Legislative Activity

The Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025 ensures that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits continue without interruption if Congress fails to pass the full Department of Agriculture budget by October 1, 2025. This legislation authorizes automatic funding from the Treasury to maintain benefit payments. Furthermore, it guarantees that any benefits missed due to a funding lapse will be paid retroactively once the bill is enacted.

This bill officially designates the United States Postal Service facility located at 306 South Main Street in Waupaca, Wisconsin. The facility will henceforth be known as the "Master Sergeant Melvin O. Handrich Post Office Building." This action ensures all official records reflect the new name of the post office.

The Country of Origin Labeling Enforcement Act of 2025 updates existing agricultural law to specifically clarify and strengthen country of origin labeling requirements for beef. This bill ensures that beef labeling rules mirror those currently applied to lamb and venison, including for ground products. Furthermore, it explicitly protects the Secretary of Agriculture's authority to enforce these beef labeling standards against any conflicting international trade rulings.

This bill amends the Veterans Community Care Program to officially include eyeglass lens fittings as a covered medical service provided by non-VA providers. It mandates that the VA quickly establish procedures to ensure veterans eligible for community care can easily access local providers for these fittings. The VA Secretary must report to Congress within 180 days on the implementation and impact of this new coverage.

This resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, who was tragically assassinated at Utah Valley University. It condemns political violence and calls upon all Americans to reject extremism in favor of civil debate. The bill expresses deep sympathy to his family and urges a renewal of commitment to the values of faith, family, and freedom he championed.

The Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act of 2025 raises the mandatory retirement age for pilots in certain commercial operations, generally known as Part 121 flights, from 65 to 67. This change allows experienced pilots to continue flying in covered operations until they reach the new age limit. The bill also includes provisions protecting pilots and carriers who acted under previous regulations and requires the FAA to report on potentially raising the age further.

This resolution supports designating the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week." The measure aims to officially recognize and honor the profound sacrifices made by families who have lost a loved one serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. It encourages communities nationwide to observe this week through acts of service and by celebrating the lives of these fallen service members.

This Act officially renames the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore to the Apostle Islands National Park and Preserve, establishing distinct management rules for the new Park and Preserve areas. The bill maintains existing fishing regulations across the entire area while generally prohibiting hunting and trapping within the National Park, with exceptions for tribal treaty rights. All references to the former Lakeshore designation must now be updated to reflect the new Park and Preserve title.

The Delivering Digitally to Our Veterans Act of 2025 modernizes how the Department of Veterans Affairs communicates with veterans by expanding outreach methods beyond traditional calling and mail to include texts and electronic messaging. This legislation specifically updates the Solid Start program and allows veterans to opt-in for digital correspondence regarding their educational assistance benefits. Additionally, the Act extends the expiration date for certain existing limits on pension payments.

The "Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act" expands Medicare coverage to include FDA-approved multi-cancer early detection screening tests starting in 2028. It defines the criteria for these tests, sets payment guidelines, and establishes age and frequency limitations for coverage. The bill ensures that existing cancer screening coverage remains unaffected and allows for waivers of limitations based on recommendations from the United States Preventive Services Task Force.

The "AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025" requires the Department of Transportation to mandate that all new vehicles include AM radio receivers as standard equipment, ensuring continued access to AM broadcasts for drivers. The Act directs the Comptroller General to study the role of AM radio in emergency alerts and allows manufacturers producing fewer than 40,000 vehicles in 2022 at least four years to comply. The rule will sunset 10 years after the enactment of this Act.

The Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025 is a comprehensive bill focused on improving pediatric drug development, FDA oversight, and healthcare infrastructure. It revises requirements for pediatric cancer drug research, extends incentives for developing rare pediatric disease treatments, and enhances transparency in generic drug applications. Additionally, the Act establishes an FDA office to coordinate with Abraham Accords countries and makes technical adjustments to the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network.

This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for designating October 14, 2025, as a "National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk." It honors his legacy as a leading advocate for free speech, individual liberty, and civic education, particularly among young Americans through his founding of Turning Point USA. The bill encourages citizens and groups nationwide to observe the day with activities promoting faith, liberty, and democracy.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the 180th anniversary of the United States Naval Academy. It honors the institution's history, its mission to instill honor and courage in future leaders, and the significant achievements of its distinguished alumni. Congress reaffirms its commitment to supporting the Academy as it continues to prepare leaders for the Navy and Marine Corps.

The Pay Our Troops Act of 2026 ensures that active duty military personnel and essential civilian support staff continue to receive their pay if Congress has not yet passed the full budget for fiscal year 2026. This act provides automatic continuing appropriations from the Treasury to prevent a lapse in military salaries due to budget delays. The funding automatically terminates once a new budget or continuing resolution is passed, or on January 1, 2027, whichever comes first.

The FAST VETS Act mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs must review and potentially redevelop a veteran's individualized vocational rehabilitation plan if the original goals are no longer achievable due to a change in the veteran's employment handicap. This ensures that veterans have a clear pathway to a new, more suitable plan when their circumstances change. The legislation establishes specific conditions under which the VA must create a revised plan to better support the veteran's employment success.

This bill establishes the Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Program to correct instances where Jewish American servicemembers buried overseas were mistakenly interred under non-Jewish markers. The American Battle Monuments Commission will contract with a qualified nonprofit over five years to identify these individuals and consult with their descendants. Additionally, the Act extends the expiration date for certain pension payment limitations by a few months.

The Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship Opportunity Act modifies the existing scholarship program to better support veterans pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and math. This bill revises priority categories for applicants and mandates that recipients must exhaust their primary educational assistance benefits before using the STEM scholarship funds. Additionally, the Act extends the expiration date for certain limitations on veterans' pension payments.

The Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act establishes new requirements for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) when processing applications for the VR&E program, mandating the submission of work history and transcripts before initial review. The bill also sets a standard maximum duration of 365 days for employment assistance, with a possible 180-day extension for actively job-seeking veterans. Furthermore, it mandates increased data collection on veteran employment outcomes and requires the VA to publicly report on counselor wait times.

This bill, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, officially authorizes Congress to award Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Men's Olympic Ice Hockey Team for their historic "Miracle on Ice" victory. The medals will be struck by the Treasury and permanently displayed at specific national sports museums. The Act also permits the sale of duplicate bronze medals to cover production costs.