Legislative Activity

This Act establishes a mandatory supply fee for Medicare drug plans to pay long-term care pharmacies for specific prescriptions dispensed in 2026 and 2027. The bill mandates a $30 fee per prescription in 2026, increasing in 2027, with penalties for non-payment. Additionally, the GAO is required to study the financial sustainability of the current payment structure for these essential pharmacies. This legislation aims to ensure continued access to medications for patients in long-term care settings.

The Disarming Felons Act prohibits the sale and possession of firearms by individuals who committed a serious juvenile offense between the ages of 15 and 17 that would have been classified as a felony if committed by an adult. This legislation expands existing federal firearm prohibitions based on specific past criminal history.

This bill amends federal law to explicitly include violations related to rioting within the definition of "racketeering activity." By adding this specific crime to the list under Title 18, Section 1961(1), the legislation makes participation in such activities subject to serious federal racketeering charges. This change treats rioting violations similarly to other established offenses like bribery or extortion for the purposes of federal prosecution.

The Removing Burdens From Organ Donation Act mandates that hospitals electronically notify organ procurement agencies when a patient is declared deceased or near death. This law also grants these agencies electronic access to the potential donor's health records upon the update of the death status. Exemptions are available for hospitals facing significant hardship, cybersecurity attacks, or disaster situations. The Secretary must also issue guidance on best practices for implementing these new electronic notification procedures.

The Stop Funding Rioters Act prohibits individuals convicted of assaulting a law enforcement officer or committing a felony during a riot that resulted in the destruction of a small business from receiving assistance from the Small Business Administration (SBA). This legislation specifically bars those with such convictions from accessing SBA loans, grants, or other program benefits.

The Patient Access to Higher Quality Health Care Act of 2025 aims to repeal specific provisions within the Affordable Care Act and related legislation that limited exceptions to the prohibition on certain physician referrals to hospitals under Medicare. This action effectively restores pre-ACA rules regarding physician referrals for hospital services. The bill focuses on modifying existing Medicare regulations concerning physician-hospital relationships.

This resolution strongly condemns the recent surge in antisemitic violence and threats across the United States, particularly following the October 7th attacks. It highlights specific violent incidents and expresses deep concern over the hostile environments facing Jewish students on college campuses. Ultimately, the measure reaffirms unwavering support for the safety, civil rights, and equal protection of all Jewish Americans.

The American Entrepreneurs First Act of 2025 revises eligibility requirements for certain Small Business Administration (SBA) loan programs, including the 7(a) program. This act mandates that all applicants must provide their date of birth and certify their citizenship or lawful permanent resident status. Furthermore, the bill explicitly bans individuals who are asylees, refugees, nonimmigrants, DACA recipients, or those without lawful status from qualifying for these federal loans.

The Recouping Funds from Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025 requires local governments designated as "sanctuary jurisdictions" to return unspent federal funds. This applies if their policies restrict cooperation or information sharing regarding citizenship or immigration status with federal agencies. Jurisdictions can halt the repayment requirement by notifying the Attorney General and correcting non-compliant policies within 15 days.

The Uplifting First-Time Homebuyers Act of 2025 significantly increases the penalty-free withdrawal limit from retirement accounts for first-time homebuyers. This legislation raises the maximum allowable distribution from $\$10,000$ to $\$50,000$. This change is designed to provide greater financial flexibility for individuals purchasing their first home, taking effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

The Regulatory Accountability Act significantly overhauls the federal rulemaking process to increase transparency and rigor in agency decision-making. It establishes new definitions for "Major Rule" and "Major Guidance" based on economic impact and mandates comprehensive cost-benefit analyses and exploration of alternatives for significant regulations. Furthermore, the Act imposes strict communication restrictions during rulemaking and requires agencies to establish post-implementation assessment frameworks for major rules, limiting judicial review primarily to compliance with these procedural documentation requirements.

The Portable Ultrasound Reimbursement Equity Act of 2025 updates Medicare coverage to include diagnostic ultrasound tests. This legislation mandates that Medicare establish separate payments for the transportation and setup of portable ultrasound equipment, mirroring existing payments for portable X-ray services. These changes are set to take effect starting January 1, 2027.

This bill, the Generating Retirement Ownership through Long-Term Holding Act, allows individual investors to defer paying taxes on capital gain dividends from mutual funds if those dividends are automatically reinvested into more fund shares. Taxes on these deferred gains are only due when the investor sells the shares or upon death. This provision aims to encourage long-term investment in mutual funds by providing immediate tax relief on reinvested earnings.

The "Agency Accountability and Cost Transparency Act of 2025" mandates that federal agencies estimate the costs of new major regulations, identify and repeal existing rules to offset these costs, and declare whether the new rule is budget neutral in the Federal Register. This ensures that new regulations do not increase the overall financial burden on the public and promotes fiscal responsibility within government agencies. The Act defines a major rule as one with a significant economic impact, and the cost includes the expense of understanding and implementing the rule.

The Leveling the Playing Field 2.0 Act aims to strengthen U.S. trade laws by addressing unfair subsidies, currency undervaluation, duty evasion, and circumvention of trade remedies. It refines the process for handling successive trade investigations, ensuring that the International Trade Commission considers prior findings and assesses cumulative effects on domestic industries. The act also empowers authorities to counteract cost distortions in foreign countries and prevent importers from avoiding duties. Additionally, it includes provisions related to trade with Canada and Mexico and sets effective dates for new regulations.

The REDUCE Act mandates executive branch agencies to identify and eliminate redundant positions, limiting new hires to one for every four departures until staffing reaches 80% of the agency's size at the time of the Act's enactment. Agencies must also develop plans for workforce reduction or reorganization, with exemptions for critical national security and public safety roles.

The "Voter Eligibility Verification Act of 2025" aims to ensure accurate voter rolls by requiring the prompt release of immigration status information to state officials. The Attorney General or Secretary of State must receive an individual's immigration status within 15 days of requesting it, including for potential voters. This will allow states to verify the eligibility of individuals for voter registration.

The Small Business Regulatory Reduction Act mandates that the Small Business Administration (SBA) ensure its rulemaking process imposes zero net costs on small businesses starting in fiscal year 2026. Additionally, the bill requires the SBA to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the regulatory impact of all federal agency rules on small business concerns. These requirements must be fulfilled using existing agency resources without additional funding.

The GORAC Act of 2025 mandates a decennial, independent audit of all federal programs to identify and eliminate wasteful, duplicative, or outdated government functions. The bill establishes a fast-track legislative process for Congress to consider these reform proposals, with all resulting savings dedicated to reducing the national debt.

The Preventing Financial Exploitation in Higher Education Act holds wealthy colleges and universities accountable for student loan outcomes and rising tuition costs. The bill imposes financial penalties on institutions with endowments over $2.5 billion that experience high rates of student loan default, delinquency, or underpayment. Additionally, it increases the excise tax on the net investment income of these large institutions if they raise tuition beyond inflation-adjusted levels.