Legislative Activity

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Israel maintains sovereignty over the Temple Mount and recognizes its profound historical and religious significance to Judaism. It affirms the inalienable right of the Jewish people to full access and worship at the site, consistent with religious freedom principles. Furthermore, the bill supports Israel's efforts to safeguard the rights of all worshippers while maintaining the integrity of the site.

The SEVER Act, or Strengthening Entry Visa Enforcement and Restrictions Act, updates the rules for issuing visas to foreign representatives attending the United Nations. This legislation grants the U.S. government the authority to deny entry visas to UN representatives who are subject to specific sanctions, including those imposed by Executive Order 13876 as of September 16, 2025.

The Safeguarding Trust in Our Politics Act prohibits tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations from providing any direct or indirect funding for the administration of public office elections. This measure aims to prevent these organizations from financially supporting the mechanics of running elections at the state or local level. The restrictions take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

The Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act of 2025 aims to significantly restrict the involvement of federal agencies in voter registration and mobilization activities. This bill prioritizes the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 over conflicting Executive Orders, particularly limiting partnerships with non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, it imposes new reporting requirements on agencies and prohibits voter registration activities within Federal Work-Study programs.

The FORKS Made in America Permanency Act of 2025 makes permanent a previous federal requirement concerning kitchenware. This legislation removes the scheduled expiration date from an existing law, ensuring the mandate for American-made kitchenware remains in effect indefinitely.

The Constitutional Citizenship Clarification Act of 2025 seeks to amend birthright citizenship rules by clarifying that automatic citizenship at birth does not apply to children born to parents who are unlawfully present in the U.S. This legislation also codifies existing exceptions for children of diplomats and expands exclusions for the children of individuals engaged in hostile operations on U.S. soil. The Act aims to legally define limitations on *jus soli* based on parental status and allegiance.

This bill proposes to expand the geographic jurisdiction of the Northern Border Regional Commission. Specifically, it amends federal law to include Ontario County within the region covered by the Commission. This action will allow Ontario County to benefit from the Commission's programs and resources.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to explicitly prohibit non-U.S. citizens from voting in any Federal, State, or local election. If ratified, this amendment would establish citizenship as a mandatory requirement for casting a ballot across the entire nation. Congress would be empowered to enforce this new restriction through legislation.

The Better Straws Act officially codifies Executive Order 14208 into federal law. This action transforms the directives and requirements of the executive order into permanent statutory requirements. Essentially, the bill ensures the provisions of the order remain in effect with the full force of law.

The Timothy J. Barber Act mandates that the Secretary of Labor report to Congress on the effectiveness of OSHA's spending for technical and compliance assistance related to heat-related illness. This report must analyze current results and recommend future actions to improve how funds are used for heat safety. The goal is to ensure federal resources are effectively addressing workplace heat hazards, particularly in cooler states.

The Remembering Our Local Heroes Act establishes a new grant program, managed by the Secretary of the Interior, to support the building, repair, or maintenance of local memorials. This funding is available to local governments and nonprofits for structures honoring veterans, law enforcement, or firefighters. Recipients must secure matching funds for at least half of the project cost.

The Fairness in Vineyard Data Act mandates the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a comprehensive, public survey of grape production across all states. Following this initial survey, the government must annually publish detailed data for the top five grape-producing states for three years. This legislation aims to increase transparency and public access to crucial grape industry statistics.

The Saving Our MALLS Act of 2025 amends the tax code to exclude certain canceled commercial or retail debt from being counted as taxable income. This exclusion applies to debt secured by business real property that was taken on before March 1, 2023, and forgiven between late 2023 and 2028. The goal is to provide financial relief by preventing debt forgiveness from creating an immediate tax liability for businesses.

This resolution supports designating the week including June 23, 2025, as "National Women's Sports Week" to celebrate the anniversary and growth of women's sports since Title IX. It strongly affirms the importance of Title IX in creating equal opportunities for female athletes. Furthermore, the resolution argues that protecting single-sex sports is necessary to maintain fairness and safety for biological women in athletics.

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2025 as "National Dairy Month" to recognize the vital role of the dairy industry. It highlights the industry's significant contributions to American health, noting that dairy is a key source of essential nutrients like calcium and Vitamin D. Furthermore, the resolution commends the nation's family-owned dairy farms for their economic impact and agricultural heritage. It also strongly opposes unfair regulations that hinder dairy farmers.

The Protecting Gun Owners in Bankruptcy Act establishes a new federal bankruptcy exemption allowing individuals filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 to keep their firearms. Specifically, debtors can now exempt their aggregate interest in a single firearm or collection of firearms up to a total value of \$3,000. This change applies only to bankruptcy cases filed on or after the date the Act is enacted into law.

This resolution expresses the strong support of the U.S. Congress for Israel's recent military actions aimed at dismantling Iran's nuclear enrichment capabilities. It condemns Iran's advancement toward nuclear weapons and its retaliatory attacks against Israeli civilians. Furthermore, the bill urges Iran to immediately cease all nuclear activities and reaffirms the United States' commitment to Israel's security.

This resolution expresses the strong sense of the House of Representatives that Social Security must be preserved and protected. It affirms the commitment to safeguard the program for current beneficiaries who rely on its benefits. Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of ensuring the system remains sound for future generations.

The Financing Lead Out of Water Act of 2025 (Flow Act) modifies tax-exempt bond rules to encourage the replacement of privately-owned lead water pipes. This legislation clarifies that using these bonds for qualified lead service line replacement does not count as prohibited private business use. This change allows public water systems to finance necessary lead pipe removal to meet federal drinking water standards.

The Freedom to Frack Act ties federal grant eligibility to a state's stance on hydraulic fracturing. This legislation stipulates that any state enacting or maintaining a ban on fracking will lose its eligibility to receive funding from a specific federal grant program. Essentially, the bill uses federal funding as an incentive to prevent states from banning hydraulic fracturing.