Legislative Activity

The Plant-Powered School Meals Pilot Act establishes a three-year grant program to help school food authorities offer 100% plant-based meal options, prioritizing culturally appropriate and educational components. Additionally, the bill clarifies and expands requirements for schools to substitute fluid milk with nutritionally equivalent nondairy beverages to accommodate medical, religious, or personal dietary needs. A separate pilot program is also created to help cover the costs associated with providing these nondairy substitutes based on written requests.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for recognizing "World Contraception Day" and emphasizes the critical importance of accessible and affordable contraception for public health, economic stability, and individual autonomy. It highlights existing disparities in access, particularly for marginalized communities, and calls for policy actions to ensure universal access to the full range of FDA-approved contraceptive methods. The bill ultimately advocates for strengthening federal programs that support family planning both domestically and globally.

The AirFAIR Act prohibits airlines and ticket sellers from excessively increasing airfare prices during officially declared disasters or emergencies. This legislation mandates that the Secretary of Transportation define "excessive" pricing, treating any increase of 30% or more as automatically illegal price gouging. Furthermore, the FAA is required to study past instances of potential unfair pricing practices related to previous emergencies.

The Strengthening Capacity for Disaster Resilient Territories Act establishes a new FEMA program specifically designed to address the unique challenges U.S. territories face in accessing and utilizing federal disaster recovery funds. This program will continuously identify capability gaps, provide tailored technical assistance, and develop specialized training for territorial entities recovering from major disasters. The goal is to ensure that recovery efforts are not stalled by logistical, financial, or cultural hurdles unique to these remote locations. Congress has authorized $50 million annually for this program through Fiscal Year 2030.

The Data Improvement for Puerto Rico Recovery Act mandates a comprehensive study by the Comptroller General to assess the data used in allocating disaster recovery grants in Puerto Rico following major events. This report must detail the grants awarded, the statistical tools employed by agencies, and identify critical data gaps that hindered recovery efforts. Ultimately, the Act aims to improve future federal data products and processes to ensure more effective oversight and distribution of aid to the territory.

The National Flood Insurance Program Administrative Reform Act of 2025 aims to strengthen the NFIP through administrative updates and increased accountability. This bill establishes a pilot program for inspecting older properties, introduces penalties for fraud, and enhances policyholder rights, including a mandatory appeals process and faster claim deadlines. Furthermore, it mandates oversight of litigation expenses, ensures adequate staffing for the Flood Insurance Advocate, and directs studies on claims handling and earth movement coverage.

The Flood Insurance Tax Credit Act of 2025 establishes a new federal tax credit for taxpayers who purchase flood insurance for their primary residence, beginning in tax year 2026. This credit is calculated based on premiums paid for federal and private flood insurance, subject to specific dollar limits for structure and contents coverage. The total credit amount is subject to phase-outs based on the taxpayer's adjusted gross income.

This resolution officially recognizes July 28, 2025, as "World Hepatitis Day" to bring urgent attention to the deadly threat of viral hepatitis B and C in the United States. It highlights the high rates of undiagnosed infections and disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities. The bill urges increased public education, vaccination efforts for adults, and improved access to curative treatments for hepatitis C. Ultimately, it supports national goals to eliminate viral hepatitis through coordinated public health action.

The Texture Positive Act of 2025 establishes a federal grant program administered by the Secretary of Labor to improve specialized training for cosmetologists. States can apply for these grants to award subgrants to qualified, established, minority- or women-owned training providers. These subgrants must fund the integration of comprehensive textured hair care techniques into cosmetology school curricula.

The No Anonymity in Immigration Enforcement Act of 2025 mandates that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conducting domestic enforcement operations must clearly display their name and agency affiliation, and cannot wear facial coverings. Exceptions to this identification rule are permitted only in cases of immediate danger or necessary safety gear, subject to supervisory review within 48 hours. The bill also establishes disciplinary procedures for non-compliance and requires annual reporting to Congress on enforcement and complaints.

The Combating Deceptive Immigration Enforcement Practices Act of 2025 prohibits immigration officers from the Department of Homeland Security, including ICE and CBP, from wearing any item bearing the word "police" while performing their duties. This measure aims to prevent confusion and deceptive practices related to immigration enforcement.

This Act mandates that the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) formally coordinate to ensure small businesses understand and comply with beneficial ownership reporting requirements. The agencies must establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) detailing joint outreach, educational efforts, and public dissemination of rules. Furthermore, they are required to submit regular joint reports to Congress detailing outreach progress and compliance rates among reporting companies.

The WOSB Accountability Act mandates that federal agencies only count formally certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs) toward their contracting goals, excluding those that are only self-certified. This change ensures greater accuracy in tracking government support for legitimate WOSBs. The Small Business Administration (SBA) is required to establish new rules for this process and provide regular progress reports to Congress.

The SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends and significantly enhances federal research and development programs designed to support small businesses. It increases mandatory agency spending on these innovation programs, streamlines the path for award winners to secure commercial contracts with the government, and improves outreach to diverse entrepreneurs. Overall, the bill aims to boost federal investment in small business technology while increasing transparency and oversight of the programs through 2030.

This resolution expresses support for designating April 13–26, 2025, as "National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Week." It recognizes the critical value of arts education in developing student skills like creativity and critical thinking. The week serves to honor the extensive national impact of the Young Audiences Arts for Learning network on students and educators. The bill encourages the public to observe this week with activities that promote awareness of arts in education.

The Fair Taxation of Digital Assets in Puerto Rico Act of 2025 clarifies the federal tax treatment of digital asset income for Puerto Rican residents. This bill specifies that income derived from digital assets, including earnings from mining, staking, or sales, will not be considered income sourced within Puerto Rico for federal tax purposes. This provision applies to individuals qualifying under Section 933 and takes effect for tax years beginning after enactment.

The Protecting Small Business Competitions Act of 2025 codifies the "Rule of Two" into federal small business contracting law. This rule mandates that federal agencies must set aside contracts exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold for small businesses if they can reasonably expect at least two qualified small business offers. This ensures greater opportunities for small businesses to compete for federal contracts while maintaining fair market pricing.

This resolution expresses strong Congressional support for designating March 2025 as "Music in Our Schools Month." It highlights the cultural importance and proven academic and social benefits of music education for all students. The bill specifically calls attention to disparities in access to quality music programs, particularly for students in underserved communities.

The "Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Congressional Gold Medal Act" authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal for Arturo Alfonso Schomburg, a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance, to honor his work in collecting and preserving the history and culture of the African diaspora. Following the award ceremony, the medal will be given to the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture for display and research. The Act also permits the creation and sale of bronze duplicates of the gold medal to cover production costs.

The WOSB Certification Expansion and Opportunity Act modifies how women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) are counted toward government contracting goals, excluding self-certified WOSBs and including only those formally certified. It requires the Administrator to issue regulations implementing these changes within one year of enactment. The Act mandates quarterly briefings to the House and Senate Small Business Committees on the implementation progress. No additional funds are authorized to carry out the Act.