Legislative Activity

The Specialty Crop Domestic Market Promotion and Development Program Act of 2025 establishes a new federal grant program to boost the domestic market for U.S.-grown specialty crops. The Secretary of Agriculture will award funds to eligible organizations to execute approved marketing and development projects. Recipients must provide non-Federal matching funds and adhere to strict spending guidelines monitored through annual reviews and audits.

This resolution expresses support for designating the week beginning August 3, 2025, as "National Health Center Week." It celebrates the vital role community health centers play in providing affordable, comprehensive primary care to millions of Americans, especially in underserved areas. The bill encourages the public to visit their local health center to recognize this essential partnership.

This resolution officially designates the week of August 3 through August 9, 2025, as "National Farmers Market Week." It recognizes the vital role farmers markets play in supporting local economies, increasing access to healthy food, and connecting communities. The designation aims to shine a spotlight on the significant contributions these markets make nationwide.

This bill amends existing law regarding the Kaweah Project's operating agreements. It increases the maximum number of times the agreement can be renewed from three to seven. The legislation also makes minor technical corrections to the original public law.

This bill provides the necessary appropriations and operational funding for the Legislative Branch for Fiscal Year 2026, covering the House of Representatives, congressional offices, and support agencies. It details specific budgets, settles final obligations to deceased members' heirs, and sets spending restrictions. Key provisions include a ban on purchasing covered foreign technology and mandates for returning unspent member allowance funds to the Treasury.

The National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 strengthens the national earthquake preparedness strategy by expanding its focus to include recovery standards, tsunami coordination, and improved communication protocols. This legislation specifically enhances the U.S. Geological Survey's role in improving the early warning system, ensuring faster and more accessible alerts. Furthermore, the bill authorizes specific funding levels for earthquake hazard reduction efforts through fiscal year 2030.

The Romance Scam Prevention Act mandates that online dating services notify users who have corresponded with an account subsequently banned for fraud. These notifications must include warnings about potential scams and guidance on protecting personal financial information. This legislation establishes a national standard for these alerts, enforced by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general.

This bill amends the Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program to create a new funding set-aside for specific counties with high agricultural output. It defines "covered counties" based on significant annual agricultural production value and density. Ten percent of the program's funds must then be reserved for projects located on "farm-to-market roads" within these designated counties.

The Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 establishes a new advisory committee within the VA to focus on improving physical, digital, and service accessibility for veterans with disabilities. This committee, composed of veterans, experts, and VA staff, will review compliance with accessibility laws and provide recommendations to the VA Secretary. Additionally, the bill extends the expiration date for a limitation on certain pension payments for veterans residing in nursing facilities.

The SOAR Act of 2025 aims to significantly reform Medicare access to supplemental oxygen by removing it from the competitive bidding program and establishing new payment rates. The bill also mandates clearer documentation requirements for medical necessity using electronic templates and restores clinical judgment in claim audits. Finally, it establishes specific rights for oxygen beneficiaries and improves reimbursement for respiratory therapists.

The "Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act" amends the Social Security Act to revise eligibility rules for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. It ensures these individuals are eligible for SSI regardless of their spouse's income and resources. This change allows eligible individuals to receive the standard individual SSI rate, reduced only by their own income.

The Conrad State 30 and Physician Access Reauthorization Act extends the Conrad State 30 program, which allows foreign physicians to work in underserved areas of the U.S. in exchange for a waiver of certain visa requirements. It modifies requirements for foreign physicians seeking waivers, including employment protections, state waiver limits, and contract requirements. The bill also increases the number of waivers available to states and modifies immigration procedures for physicians, including allowing "dual intent" for medical graduates and clarifying national interest waivers. Finally, it requires an annual report on the Conrad State 30 J1 Visa Waiver Program.

The Emergency Wildfire Fighting Technology Act of 2025 mandates a federal evaluation of the Container Aerial Firefighting System (CAFFS) to determine its effectiveness in wildfire suppression. The Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior are required to report their findings to Congress within 120 days of the bill's enactment.

The "Ensuring Accountability and Dignity in Government Contracting Act of 2025" aims to strengthen the fight against human trafficking in government contracting by enhancing compliance, reporting, and accountability measures. It mandates detailed compliance plans, requires prompt reporting of trafficking activities, and directs investigations by the Inspector General. The Act also authorizes payment suspensions for non-compliance and requires a report on the feasibility of further strengthening anti-trafficking measures across federal agencies.