Legislative Activity

The Rosa Parks Commemorative Coin Act directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue a series of commemorative coins in 2029 to honor the legacy of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. Proceeds from the sale of these collector coins, including designated surcharges, will support the mission of the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development. The program is designed to ensure no net cost to the federal government.

The Rosa Parks Day Act officially establishes Rosa Parks Day as a legal public holiday in the United States. This amendment updates federal law to include Rosa Parks Day alongside existing holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Consequently, federal employees and operations will observe this new national holiday.

This resolution affirms strong support for the U.S. Department of Education and its critical role in funding and protecting public K-12 schools. It emphasizes the importance of federal investment in closing opportunity gaps and ensuring civil rights protections for all students. Furthermore, the bill explicitly condemns any efforts to defund public education, dismantle the Department of Education, or divert public funds to private school vouchers.

The Fort Pillow National Battlefield Park Study Act directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Fort Pillow Historic State Park in Tennessee. This study will evaluate the site’s national significance and determine the feasibility of designating the location—the site of a notorious 1864 Civil War massacre—as a unit of the National Park System.

The Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 aims to support healthcare providers by extending Medicare payment adjustments through the end of 2025. Specifically, the bill provides a 6.62 percent payment increase for services rendered between April 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025, to help practitioners adjust to evolving Medicare payment policies.

The EITC Modernization Act expands the Earned Income Tax Credit to support more working families, students, and young adults by broadening eligibility and establishing a minimum credit amount. The bill also introduces a flexible monthly payment option for tax refunds and creates a new grant program to fund free, high-quality tax preparation services for low-income and underserved populations.

The Black History is American History Act amends federal education law to ensure that Black history is explicitly integrated into American history and civics curricula nationwide. By requiring the inclusion of Black history in teacher training, instructional materials, and national educational assessments, the bill aims to provide a more comprehensive and accurate understanding of the American experience. Additionally, it establishes a formal partnership with the National Museum of African American History and Culture to support educators and students.

The Holocaust Education and Antisemitism Lessons Act directs the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum to conduct a comprehensive study of Holocaust education in public elementary and secondary schools across the United States. This study will evaluate current curriculum standards, teaching methods, and available resources to identify gaps and improve how students learn about the Holocaust and the history of antisemitism. The findings will be compiled into a report submitted to Congress to help strengthen educational efforts in preventing hate and bigotry.

The SNAP Benefits Fairness Act of 2025 implements a technical correction to the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. This update streamlines the existing language of the law without altering any current program requirements or eligibility standards. The act is scheduled to take effect on January 1 following its enactment.

This bill expresses the House of Representatives' view that Congress should act to maintain the United States Postal Service (USPS) as an independent entity within the Federal Government. It emphasizes the USPS's role as a self-sustaining service vital to the economy and national connectivity. The resolution discourages privatization, citing concerns about increased costs, reduced services, and damage to critical infrastructure.

The Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2025 authorizes federal grants to help health care facilities enhance the safety of their personnel, patients, and infrastructure. These funds support critical security upgrades, including physical site improvements, advanced surveillance systems, and strengthened cybersecurity measures.

The COVER Now Act establishes a federal demonstration project allowing counties and cities in non-expansion states to provide Medicaid coverage directly to their low-income residents. This initiative provides significant federal matching funds to local governments to expand healthcare access while protecting them from punitive state interference. The program ensures a seamless transition for participants if their state eventually adopts full Medicaid expansion.

The Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund by redirecting revenue from the net investment income tax directly to the program. Additionally, the bill expands the scope of this tax for high-income earners by including certain trade or business income and foreign earnings in the tax base. These measures are designed to improve the long-term financial stability of Medicare starting in 2026.

The Young Americans Financial Literacy Act addresses the widespread need for improved financial education among young people aged 8 to 24. This bill authorizes funding for competitive grants to establish Centers of Excellence focused on developing and implementing research-backed financial literacy programs. These centers will create educational materials, train educators, and specifically target issues like student debt management for young adults. The goal is to improve financial well-being and stability through targeted, measurable educational interventions.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to expand the railroad track maintenance credit by increasing the per-mile tax credit to $6,100 and implementing annual inflation adjustments starting in 2026. It also extends the eligibility window for qualifying maintenance expenditures to include costs incurred through 2023. These updates aim to provide greater financial support for ongoing railroad infrastructure improvements.

This bill recognizes the 96th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birth and reaffirms his teachings on diversity, tolerance, and civil rights. It condemns hate, discrimination, and prejudice against minority groups and individuals based on gender or sexual orientation. The bill honors Dr. King's legacy and calls for upholding his values of justice, equality, and peace.

The Food Deserts Act establishes a federal grant program to help states create revolving loan funds for grocery stores in underserved communities. These funds provide affordable financing to support the opening and operation of stores that prioritize healthy, affordable food. By incentivizing local hiring and community-focused business practices, the Act aims to increase access to nutritious food in areas that need it most.

The Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2025 expands Medicare coverage to include all services legally authorized under a chiropractor’s state license, moving beyond the current restriction limited to manual spinal manipulation. This legislation aligns Medicare benefits with private insurance and other federal health programs to better reflect modern chiropractic practice. To provide these expanded services, chiropractors will be required to complete a one-time training program verified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

This bill recognizes and celebrates Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., on its 105th anniversary, honoring its legacy of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood since its founding in 1920. The bill highlights the sorority's growth, global impact, and the notable achievements of its members. It affirms the sorority's commitment to community service and action-oriented initiatives.

The Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act authorizes the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his extraordinary athletic achievements and lifelong humanitarian contributions. The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the medal for presentation to his wife, Lonnie Ali, and authorizes the production and sale of bronze duplicates.