Legislative Activity

This bill urges the United Kingdom, France, and Germany (E3) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran due to concerns over Iran's nuclear activities and violations of the JCPOA agreement. It emphasizes that Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons poses a threat to global security and condemns the support of Russia and China for Iran's actions. The bill calls for the E3 to act before the expiration of the UN Security Council Resolution 2231 in October 2025, which would terminate the snapback mechanism for reimposing sanctions. The bill also reaffirms the U.S. right to act against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and supports strong sanctions on Iran's nuclear and missile programs.

The "Defund Government-Sponsored Propaganda Act" eliminates federal funding for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and National Public Radio (NPR). Funds that would have been allocated to these organizations will instead be used to reduce the public debt for fiscal years 2025-2027.

The "Unborn Child Support Act" allows mothers to seek child support payments starting from the first month of conception. These payments can be collected retroactively and the amount will be determined by a court, considering the best interests of both the mother and child. The mother must consent to paternity establishment, and no measures can risk harm to the unborn child. This act defines "unborn child" as any human being at any stage of development carried in the womb.

The New Markets Tax Credit Extension Act of 2025 permanently extends the New Markets Tax Credit, which incentivizes investment in low-income communities. It removes the credit's expiration date and adjusts the credit amount for inflation after 2025. The act also provides alternative minimum tax relief for qualified equity investments made after December 31, 2024.

The "Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter National Historical Park Establishment Act" establishes the Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter National Historical Park as part of the National Park System. This park will preserve and interpret the history of the 982 Holocaust refugees housed at Fort Ontario during World War II. The Department of Interior will manage the park and is authorized to acquire land for the park through donation, purchase, or exchange, and must complete a management plan within three years.

The "Stop Funding Our Adversaries Act of 2023" prohibits several federal agencies from directly or indirectly funding research conducted by the Chinese government or the Chinese Communist Party, including any entities they own or control. This aims to prevent U.S. taxpayer dollars from supporting research benefiting potential adversaries.

This resolution urges the UN Security Council to impose an immediate arms embargo on Burma's military in response to the 2021 coup and subsequent human rights abuses. It outlines conditions for lifting the embargo, including a permanent ceasefire, release of political prisoners, accountability for abuses, humanitarian access, and a verifiable transition to a democratically elected government. The resolution also calls for international support for civilians affected by the coup and promotion of peace and reconciliation efforts.

The "RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act" seeks to officially recognize areas annexed by Israel from Jordan during the Six-Day War as Judea and Samaria. It prohibits the use of federal funds for documents referring to this region as the "West Bank," and amends existing laws to reflect this change, with a waiver option for the Secretary of State under certain conditions. This bill aims to change how the U.S. government refers to these territories in all official documents and communications.

The "Pregnancy Resource Center Defense Act" increases criminal penalties and civil fines for intentionally damaging facilities that exclusively offer abortion-alternative services or places of religious worship. It also sets a minimum 7-year prison sentence for damaging or destroying such facilities or places of worship.

The "Protecting School Milk Choices Act of 2025" amends school lunch program requirements to mandate that schools offer both flavored and unflavored milk. Additionally, schools retain the option to provide lactose-free milk.

The Second Amendment Guarantee Act (SAGA) aims to limit the power of state and local governments to regulate rifles and shotguns. It prevents states and their subdivisions from imposing stricter regulations or higher penalties on these firearms that have crossed state lines, ensuring federal law takes precedence. Conflicting state or local laws are invalidated, and individuals who successfully sue for violations of this act will be awarded attorney's fees.

The DIRECT Act redirects funding from the IRS to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. It rescinds unobligated funds allocated to IRS enforcement activities and reappropriates an equal amount to CBP. The funds will be used for the salaries and expenses of new agents and officers securing the southern border.

The "Protect Local Farms Act" amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, preventing states from setting maximum workweeks for agricultural employees at less than 60 hours, superseding any existing state laws.

The "Red Light Act" withholds federal highway funds from states that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to undocumented immigrants. Funds will be withheld each year and redistributed to states in compliance if the non-compliant state does not repeal the law. If a state repeals and then re-enacts the law, funds will be withheld again. "Identification card" is defined as a personal identification card issued by a state.

The "Implementing Decreases in Overall Government Expenditures Act" or "Implementing DOGE Act" aims to control government spending by rescinding a portion of non-security discretionary funds if total annual appropriations exceed the previous fiscal year's appropriations by more than one percent, starting in fiscal year 2026. This rescission would be applied across the board to non-security discretionary funds. The bill defines specific terms to clarify the application of these rescissions.

The Federal Employee Performance and Accountability Act of 2025 establishes a 5-year pilot program to implement performance-based pay for federal employees in certain positions. This program uses tiered salary increases, bonuses, and non-monetary benefits to incentivize employees who meet or exceed performance metrics, while employees who do not meet the metrics may face pay reductions and receive additional training. The Act requires participating agencies to establish clear performance metrics, conduct regular evaluations, and provide resources to help employees succeed. It also mandates annual reporting and review to assess the program's impact on productivity, budget, and employee satisfaction.

The Federal Freeze Act freezes federal hiring and salaries for one year, with exceptions for law enforcement, public safety, and national security. After the freeze, agencies must reduce their workforce by 2% within two years and 5% within three years of the Act's enactment.

The "Commission to Relocate the Federal Bureaucracy Act" establishes a commission to study and recommend the relocation of certain federal agencies out of the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. The commission will evaluate potential new locations based on financial efficiency, infrastructure, partnership opportunities, and telework capabilities. A report with recommendations must be submitted to Congress within one year.

The SERVE Our Communities Act authorizes the Attorney General to issue grants to state and local governments that allow courts to assess an individual's potential danger to the community when setting bail and that have taken action to reduce repeat offenses by violent offenders. These actions include enacting laws, increasing efforts to recruit law enforcement, or running public education programs to counter anti-police sentiment. The grants can be used as described in section 211(b) of the Second Chance Act of 2007. \$10,000,000 is authorized to be appropriated for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2031 to implement this section.