Legislative Activity

The CORRUPT Act amends the Federal Tort Claims Act to prohibit the sitting President and their immediate relatives from filing claims under that act while in office. This measure specifically prevents the President and covered family members from seeking damages through the Federal Tort Claims Act during their term.

The Restoring Access for Detainees Act aims to reinstate and expand free communication services for individuals in civil immigration detention. It mandates the provision of free phone calls, including 200 free outgoing minutes monthly, specifically for contacting family and legal counsel. Furthermore, the bill ensures private, unmonitored communication opportunities with attorneys and certain government officials upon arrival in custody.

The Keep SNAP and WIC Funded Act of 2025 ensures that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) continue to operate without interruption in fiscal year 2026 if standard appropriations are delayed. If funding lapses, the Secretary of Agriculture is authorized to use funds from the Treasury to provide benefits and reimburse state agencies. This special funding remains in effect until full appropriations are enacted or until September 30, 2026.

The Same Day Registration Act of 2025 mandates that all states allow eligible individuals to register to vote and cast a ballot on the same day during any federal election, including early voting periods. This requirement applies starting with the November 2026 general election. States without any voter registration requirement for federal elections are exempt from this mandate.

The HHS Reproductive and Sexual Health Ombuds Act of 2025 establishes an independent Office of the Ombuds within HHS to support access to reproductive and sexual health care. This office will educate the public, analyze access data, and address misinformation concerning these services. The Ombuds will report directly to the Secretary and submit annual evaluations to Congress regarding their functions.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House that the Department of Agriculture should utilize its existing contingency funds and interchange authority to ensure the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains fully funded. The bill specifically urges the administration to immediately use these resources to finance SNAP operations, particularly during potential government funding lapses. This action is deemed crucial to support millions of vulnerable Americans, including children, seniors, and veterans, who rely on these benefits.

This resolution calls for banning public officials and their families from using their positions for personal enrichment through cryptocurrency ventures. It seeks to prevent conflicts of interest and foreign influence by restricting politicians from issuing or endorsing digital assets. The bill also mandates that current officials holding digital assets place them in a qualified blind trust. Finally, it requires full disclosure of crypto transactions and establishes penalties for violations.

This resolution designates October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month to highlight the widespread and devastating impact of intimate partner violence across all demographics. It recognizes the urgent need to eliminate domestic violence and supports increased funding for intervention and prevention programs. The resolution underscores the severe physical, emotional, and economic toll this abuse takes on individuals, families, and communities.

The RESTRAIN Act prohibits the United States from conducting any explosive testing of nuclear weapons or any other nuclear explosion, effective in fiscal year 2026 and beyond. This legislation specifically bans the use of authorized funds for such testing. However, the Act explicitly allows for the continuation of subcritical nuclear tests.

The GRAD Act ensures that students maintain their current enrollment status during a government shutdown, even if federal student aid is temporarily disrupted. This legislation prevents educational institutions from penalizing students by changing their enrollment status due to funding lapses. Essentially, it protects students from negative academic consequences caused by federal funding interruptions.

This resolution officially recognizes the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States, honoring its rich cultural significance and traditions of remembrance. It connects the spirit of honoring ancestors to the need for compassion and accountability regarding lives lost in immigration detention. The bill urges federal agencies to protect the dignity and rights of individuals in custody, especially during culturally significant times. Ultimately, it calls for honoring human dignity through remembrance and ensuring humane treatment for all.

This resolution expresses the House's support for recognizing October 26th as Intersex Awareness Day and affirms the goals of the observance. It highlights the reality of natural variations in sex characteristics and strongly condemns nonconsensual, irreversible medical procedures performed on intersex infants and children. The bill encourages federal, state, and local entities to promote awareness, ensure culturally sensitive healthcare, and prioritize the bodily autonomy and human rights of intersex individuals.

The Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025 establishes a three-year pilot program to provide a monthly, unconditional cash payment to 10,000 eligible individuals, set at the local fair market rent for a two-bedroom home. This initiative aims to study the effects of guaranteed income on financial stability, health, and overall well-being, noting that payments will not affect eligibility for other federal assistance programs. The Department of Health and Human Services, in partnership with the IRS and an external research organization, will manage the program and report findings to Congress within specified timelines. Congress has authorized \$495 million annually from Fiscal Year 2026 through 2030 to fund this study.

This resolution is an official request from the House of Representatives demanding the President promptly transmit specific documents related to government communications during a funding lapse. Congress seeks records detailing directives from the OMB and messaging used by agencies like HUD and Education that explicitly blamed political opponents for a potential shutdown. The inquiry also requires information on whether these communications potentially violated federal rules regarding political activity by government employees.

The Every Child Deserves a Head Start Act of 2025 aims to solidify the foundational support for the Head Start program, recognizing its vital role in early childhood development. This bill permanently establishes the structure and staffing levels of the Office of Head Start, including its 12 regional offices, as they existed before January 20, 2025. The legislation strictly limits the Secretary of Health and Human Services from altering this established structure or reducing staff without specific Congressional notification procedures. Ultimately, the Act ensures the consistent delivery of essential educational and support services to eligible children and families nationwide.

This bill, the White House NOT FOR SALE Act, prohibits placing any individual's or organization's name on permanent or semi-permanent displays within the White House or its grounds without express approval from both the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House. This approval process requires consultation with the White House Curator and the Committee for the Preservation of the White House. However, displays that qualify as "commemorative works" are governed by existing federal law instead.

The Head Start Shutdown Protection Act of 2025 ensures that states, local governments, or school districts are reimbursed for any of their own funds used to keep Head Start and Early Head Start programs operational during a lapse in federal appropriations. This legislation protects these vital early childhood education services from disruption caused by government shutdowns. By guaranteeing reimbursement, the Act encourages local entities to maintain program continuity without bearing the financial burden.

The BALL Act, or White House Building Activities Locked-out in Lapse Act, prohibits the use of federal funds for any construction or renovation projects at the White House or its grounds during a government shutdown caused by a lapse in appropriations. This spending ban remains in effect until new funding is enacted. The only exception allows for work deemed immediately necessary for health or safety reasons.

This resolution is an official request demanding the President transmit specific, unredacted documents to the House of Representatives within 14 days. Congress is seeking all communications and records related to potential furloughs, layoffs, or the withholding of pay for federal employees due to a funding lapse beginning October 1, 2025. The request specifically targets documents concerning legal opinions that might undermine the requirement to pay furloughed workers after appropriations resume.

This resolution honors the memory of Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy murdered in a hate crime in Illinois. It strongly condemns all hate crimes and discrimination based on ethnicity or religion. The measure also recognizes the significant contributions of the Palestinian community to the United States. Finally, it calls for an end to hateful rhetoric and violence against all children globally.