Legislative Activity

The Countering Corrupt Political (CCP) Influence Act requires foreign missions from designated adversarial nations to report advance notice of meetings with U.S. state and local officials, as well as visits to educational or research institutions. This measure aims to increase transparency regarding diplomatic activities within the United States. The Secretary of State must compile and report this information monthly to Congress. The requirements are set to expire five years after the Act's enactment.

This resolution expresses the Senate's strong support for designating April 2025 as Parkinson's Awareness Month. It recognizes the growing impact of Parkinson's disease, which affects over a million Americans and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease globally. The resolution emphasizes the critical need for increased research, better public education, and robust community support for those living with the condition. Finally, it commends the dedication of patients, researchers, and advocates working toward better treatments and a cure.

This bill mandates the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to establish a single, unique ZIP Code for fourteen specific communities across several states. The USPS is required to complete this assignment within 270 days of the bill's enactment. This action will standardize mail delivery for the designated towns and villages.

The Reduction of Excess Business Holding Accrual Act modifies the tax rules for private foundations regarding their ownership limits in businesses. Specifically, it allows certain stock repurchased by a business from an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) to be disregarded when calculating a foundation's "excess business holdings." This provision aims to provide flexibility for foundations without exceeding a 49% ownership threshold in the company.

The TSP Fiduciary Security Act of 2025 amends the fiduciary duties of the Thrift Savings Fund (TSF) managers to explicitly include protecting U.S. national security in investment decisions. The bill directs the Secretary of Labor to establish rules for reviewing TSF investments and shareholder voting against specific national security risks, particularly concerning entities linked to "covered countries" like China. Furthermore, it prohibits mutual funds available through the TSP mutual fund window from investing in any company based in the People's Republic of China.

This resolution formally honors the memory of Jereima "Jeri" Bustamante on the seventh anniversary of her passing. It recognizes her inspiring life, from her move to Miami to her career in public service. Furthermore, the resolution establishes the Jereima Bustamante Memorial Scholarship to support graduates of Miami Beach Senior High School in pursuing higher education.

The STOP CCP Act of 2025 prohibits U.S. persons from investing in publicly traded securities of specific Chinese entities involved in defense or surveillance technology. This legislation mandates the expansion of the Treasury Department's list of Chinese military-industrial complex companies and closes loopholes by automatically applying all relevant sanctions when a Chinese entity is targeted under any existing authority. The goal is to prevent U.S. capital from financing pernicious Chinese companies and policies.

The Transaction and Sourcing Knowledge (TASK) Act directs the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to consider new reporting requirements for publicly traded companies regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues. Specifically, it mandates the SEC to look into requiring disclosures related to supply chains connected to forced labor in Xinjiang, China, and transactions with U.S. government-restricted entities. Furthermore, the bill requires companies operating in China to report on the presence and involvement of any Chinese Communist Party (CCP) committees within their facilities.

The Protecting American Capital Act of 2025 requires the Secretary of the Treasury to submit an annual report to Congress detailing United States portfolio investments in the People's Republic of China. This report must identify major U.S. investors and assess the Chinese entities receiving these funds, including those under U.S. sanctions. The goal is to provide transparency regarding American capital flowing into the Chinese economy.

The TICKER Act aims to protect U.S. investors by increasing transparency regarding the risks associated with investing in certain foreign entities, particularly those structured as Variable Interest Entities (VIEs). The bill mandates that stock exchanges clearly flag securities from these "covered entities" with a visible designation next to their ticker symbol. Furthermore, brokers and dealers must provide explicit warnings to investors about the lack of traditional legal recourse when investing in these specific foreign structures.

The Secure Americas Financial Exchanges Act (SAFE Act) mandates that stock exchanges require listed companies to disclose any financial support received from the People's Republic of China (PRC). Companies must also reveal details about internal Chinese Communist Party (CCP) structures and any leadership ties to the PRC government. These new transparency rules aim to inform investors about potential foreign influence on publicly traded entities.

The Banning Operations and Leases with the Illegitimate Venezuelan Authoritarian Regime Act (BOLIVAR Act) prohibits federal agencies from contracting with any entity known to have significant business operations with the unrecognized Venezuelan regime. This restriction includes broad definitions of "business operations" but contains specific exceptions for humanitarian aid, U.S. national security interests, and supporting U.S. government activities. The Secretary of State must approve any use of these exceptions and notify Congress.

The School Guardian Act of 2025 establishes federal "School Guardian Grants" to fund states for placing armed law enforcement officers in K-12 schools. States receive funding based on their student population to cover the costs of paying, training, and equipping these officers. A key requirement is that local agencies receiving subgrants must ensure every K-12 school in their jurisdiction receives at least one full-time assigned officer. This program is funded by a transfer of existing funds and is authorized to award up to $8 billion annually through fiscal year 2034.

The Coast Guard Improvement Act of 2025 establishes the new, high-level position of Secretary of the Coast Guard, who will serve as the civilian head of the service. This Secretary will report directly to the Secretary of Homeland Security and oversee all administrative and operational affairs of the Coast Guard. The bill also mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security submit a reorganization plan to Congress detailing the transition of responsibilities to this new office.

The LEDGER Act mandates the Secretary of the Treasury to establish a comprehensive system for tracking every expenditure made by any part of the U.S. government within 180 days. This new system must detail the flow of funds from appropriations and track the availability period for those specific disbursed monies. Essentially, the bill aims to create full traceability for all federal spending records.

The Stop Taxpayer Funding of Hamas Act prohibits the expenditure of U.S. federal funds in Gaza unless the President certifies to Congress that the money will not benefit Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or other designated terrorist organizations. This restriction also applies to funds channeled through the United Nations, requiring certification that the UN entity is not promoting anti-Israel or anti-Semitic propaganda. Essentially, the bill halts federal spending in Gaza until strict anti-terrorism and ideological purity conditions are met.

This resolution officially designates March 15, 2025, as "National Osceola Turkey Day" to celebrate the Osceola wild turkey, a subspecies unique to Florida. It recognizes the significant economic and conservation contributions of turkey hunting to the state. The day encourages nationwide observance to honor this important part of Florida's heritage and ecology.

The United States Citrus Protection Act establishes an immediate and permanent ban on the importation of commercially produced fresh citrus fruit originating from the People's Republic of China. This prohibition supersedes all other existing laws regarding citrus imports. The ban will officially take effect 90 days after the Act is signed into law.

This resolution designates March 6, 2025, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to combat government imposter scams and other pervasive scams. It aims to raise awareness and promote education to protect individuals, especially older adults, from financial losses and identity theft. The resolution encourages reporting scams and supports the efforts of law enforcement, consumer groups, and financial institutions in preventing these scams. It also honors those who are actively fighting against government imposter scams.

The Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act expands the definition of the Miccosukee Reserved Area (MRA) to officially include the Osceola Camp. This legislation also mandates that the Secretary take action within two years to protect structures within the newly added Osceola Camp from flooding, in consultation with the Tribe.