Legislative Activity

This resolution commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Alabama Highway Patrol, recognizing its establishment in 1935 as the state's first statewide law enforcement agency. It honors the agency's history, evolution, and dedication to public safety under the motto "Country, Service, Protection." The resolution extends gratitude to all past and present State troopers for their tireless service to Alabama.

The UBER Act establishes new minimum standards for drivers working for ride-share and mobility companies under contract with federal executive agencies. These requirements mandate that drivers be at least 21 years old, pass a road test, and demonstrate sufficient English proficiency to communicate and understand traffic signs. Companies must certify compliance or face a five-year debarment from federal contracts.

The Protection on the Picket Line Act amends the National Labor Relations Act to establish clear standards for when employer discipline against employees for on-the-picket-line conduct constitutes an unfair labor practice. This bill requires the General Counsel to prove the employer acted with hostility toward protected activity and could not have taken the same disciplinary action regardless of that activity. Essentially, it sets a high bar for employers to discipline workers engaged in protected union activities.

This bill modifies the boundaries of the Talladega National Forest to include specific additional lands as shown on a designated map. It grants the Secretary of Agriculture the authority to acquire this newly included private land through purchase, donation, or exchange. Any acquired property must adhere to existing National Forest System management standards and be acquired only from willing sellers.

The No Shari’a Act is designed to ensure that U.S. courts and arbitrators exclusively apply federal and state laws, explicitly prohibiting the enforcement of Sharia law or any other foreign legal code. This legislation aims to safeguard fundamental constitutional rights—such as due process and equal protection—from being undermined by foreign legal principles in areas like contracts and family law. The Attorney General is tasked with creating regulations and training to ensure consistent application of this standard across all U.S. judicial proceedings.

This Act denies U.S. immigration benefits and entry to any non-citizen who advocates for implementing Sharia law in a way that violates constitutional or federal rights. Individuals already in the U.S. who violate this provision face visa revocation and mandatory removal. Decisions made regarding removal under this Act are explicitly barred from judicial review.

This Act establishes a three-year pilot program to provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to veterans suffering from traumatic brain injury (TBI) or PTSD, funded exclusively through donations. It also mandates an updated report from the Comptroller General assessing recent clinical trials on HBOT for TBI and PTSD. Finally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain existing limits on veteran pension payments.

The Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2025 amends the Veterans Community Care Program to include nurse registries as recognized entities. This inclusion allows veterans to receive home healthcare services from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, home health aides, companions, or homemakers working through these registries. Nurse registries are defined as entities that secure contracts for healthcare professionals, provided they meet state licensing requirements.

The Student Visa Integrity Act of 2025 aims to strengthen oversight and security within U.S. student and exchange visitor programs. This bill increases criminal penalties for visa-related fraud, mandates official accreditation for institutions hosting international students, and tightens reporting requirements for schools via the SEVIS system. Furthermore, it imposes new vetting standards for school officials and restricts study in sensitive fields for nationals of certain adversarial countries.

This resolution commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and recognizes its vital role in American space exploration. It highlights MSFC's historical achievements, including the development of the Saturn V rocket. Furthermore, the resolution commends the Center's current leadership in developing the Space Launch System (SLS) as the backbone of the Artemis missions to the Moon and Mars. This action formally honors the dedication and expertise of the MSFC workforce.

The Mid-South Oilseed Double Cropping Study Act of 2025 directs the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to study the feasibility of including specific, cold-weather oilseed crops in existing double and rotational cropping insurance policies. This research must analyze the impact on insurance availability and costs while considering benefits like soil health and farm profitability. The findings and recommendations are due to Congress within 13 months of enactment.

The Farm Board Act of 2025 updates the composition of the Federal Crop Insurance Board of Directors. This legislation modifies the representation requirements for agricultural producers on the Board. Specifically, it mandates the inclusion of a member actively involved in both livestock and crop production starting in 2027.

The Restoring Lethality Act eliminates statutory requirements for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives across the Department of Defense. This bill repeals the position of the Chief Diversity Officer and removes diversity considerations from the composition of military selection boards. Furthermore, it repeals specific DEI strategic plans and revises mandatory training content to focus on core military values.

This bill mandates that males are prohibited from participating in athletic programs or activities at U.S. military service academies that are specifically designated for women or girls. The Secretary of Defense must ensure that no male participation results in any female athlete losing a roster spot, opportunity to compete, scholarship, or other benefit. The legislation defines "sex" based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.

The ASSIST Act of 2025 clarifies that medically necessary automobile adaptations for veterans, such as ramps and specialized seating, must be included in the Department of Veterans Affairs' definition of medical services. This ensures veterans receive necessary support for safe transportation related to service-connected disabilities. Additionally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain limits on veteran pension payments from late 2031 to September 30, 2032.

This resolution expresses the formal support of Congress for designating May 2025 as "Fallen Heroes Memorial Month." It acknowledges the profound sacrifice of over 1,300,000 service members who have died defending American liberty since the nation's founding. The bill urges the President to issue a proclamation and calls upon all Americans to reflect on this ultimate sacrifice and support veterans' causes.

The Sporting Goods Excise Tax Modernization Act updates federal excise tax rules for imported sporting goods sold through online marketplaces. This legislation treats certain marketplace providers who facilitate overseas sales as the importer of record for tax purposes. This ensures that the existing excise tax is collected when goods are shipped directly to U.S. consumers via these platforms.

The Veterans First Act of 2025 reallocates \$2 billion previously designated for foreign aid to fund critical construction and renovation projects for state-run veterans' homes. This legislation provides grants to states to build new facilities or upgrade existing ones, ensuring better care for veterans. The bill permanently rescinds the specified foreign aid funding to secure this dedicated resource for domestic veteran support.

The Financial Freedom Act of 2025 revises fiduciary duties for retirement plan managers, particularly those offering participant-directed investment options like 401(k)s. This bill clarifies that fiduciaries are not required to select specific investment types for the menu, provided a broad range of suitable options is offered. Furthermore, it prevents the Secretary of Labor from limiting investment choices within self-directed brokerage windows.

This Act, the Prohibiting Foreign Adversary Interference in Cryptocurrency Markets Act, prevents digital commodity platforms with ownership ties to designated foreign adversaries from registering or operating in the U.S. market. It specifically prohibits the Commodity Futures Trading Commission from registering or continuing to license any platform owned or controlled by entities from countries like China, Iran, or Russia. The goal is to safeguard U.S. digital asset markets from influence by hostile foreign nations.