Legislative Activity

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

This resolution expresses support for designating February 28, 2025, as Community Arts Education Day. It recognizes the importance of community arts education in fostering creativity, cultural expression, and community engagement. The resolution also acknowledges the role of community arts education in activism, self-expression, and healing.

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.

The "Report on Grant Consolidation Authority for Puerto Rico Act" mandates a study by the Comptroller General on the feasibility of consolidating federal grants for Puerto Rico, similar to other insular areas, to ease the burden on its public sector and improve access to federal funding. This study will analyze current funding processes, identify challenges, and provide recommendations for potential changes, including extending consolidated funding access to Puerto Rico. The goal is to streamline federal funding and address the unique challenges Puerto Rico faces in accessing and managing grant programs.

Mel's Law requires higher education institutions to develop a policy for awarding posthumous degrees to students who were in good academic standing but died before completing their program. It prevents accreditation agencies from factoring posthumous degrees into their evaluations of institutions. This law aims to provide recognition for students who were close to achieving their academic goals before their untimely passing. The law goes into effect one year after enactment.

The Landlord Accountability Act of 2025 aims to prevent housing discrimination based on income source, penalize landlords for intentionally making units unfit for federal housing programs or keeping units vacant, and improve the complaint resolution process for tenants in multifamily housing. It also provides a tax credit for landlords who maintain housing for voucher users and requires public display of tenant rights and complaint line information. Additionally, the act establishes grants for tenant harassment prevention programs and defines key terms related to multifamily housing and rental assistance.