Legislative Activity

The Investing in All of America Act of 2025 modifies the Small Business Investment Act to redefine "private capital" by excluding direct government funding when calculating Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) leverage. The bill also adjusts the maximum leverage amounts an individual SBIC or commonly controlled group of SBICs can obtain from the SBA. Finally, it creates an exclusion from leverage limits for investments made in small businesses located in low-income or rural areas, or those focused on covered technologies or manufacturing.

The SBA Fraud Enforcement Extension Act amends existing law to extend the statute of limitations for fraud-related crimes concerning the Shuttered Venue Operator Grant and Restaurant Revitalization Grant programs. This legislation establishes a 10-year window for filing criminal prosecutions or civil enforcement actions related to fraud and false claims for these COVID-19 relief funds.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives recognizing the Ukrainian famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, as a genocide perpetrated by the Soviet Union. It condemns the systematic starvation and repression of the Ukrainian people under Soviet rule. Furthermore, the resolution remembers the victims and encourages the dissemination of information about this historical tragedy.

The Housing Supply Expansion Act of 2025 updates the federal definition of a manufactured home to include those built without a permanent chassis. It mandates new HUD safety standards and requires states to certify that their laws treat these homes equally to traditionally built manufactured homes. Failure to certify will result in a state prohibition on the sale or installation of these newly defined homes.

The Safe Social Media Act mandates that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services, conduct a comprehensive study on the social media usage habits and associated mental health effects among individuals under 17. This study must detail the personal information collected by platforms, how algorithms use that data, and the impact of targeted advertising. The FTC is required to submit a final report to Congress, including any recommended policy changes, within three years of the Act's enactment.

The PEACE Act mandates that the Department of State prioritize addressing the rising threat of antisemitism and international terrorism in Europe. It requires the Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs to brief Congress on these issues within 180 days and annually for two subsequent years. The Act also calls for diplomatic engagement with European governments to foster transatlantic cooperation against these threats.

The Promoting a Safe Internet for Minors Act establishes a nationwide public awareness and education campaign, led by the Federal Trade Commission, to promote the safe use of the internet by minors. This initiative requires collaboration with various partners to identify and promote best practices for online safety. Furthermore, the FTC must submit annual reports detailing the campaign's activities for ten years.

The Modular Housing Production Act establishes a \$2.5 billion competitive grant program to boost the production of modular and manufactured homes, aiming to lower housing costs and address supply shortages. It also directs the Secretary of HUD to review Federal Housing Administration financing programs to remove barriers for modular construction and authorizes a study for a standardized uniform commercial code for these homes. The overall goal is to streamline and incentivize the factory-based construction of housing units.

The China AI Power Report Act mandates the Secretary of Commerce to deliver an annual, detailed report to Congress for three years assessing China's advanced artificial intelligence capabilities and supply chains. This legislation emphasizes the need for dynamic U.S. export controls to counter China's evolving technological advancements and protect national security. The comprehensive report must cover everything from advanced AI chips and fabrication facilities to AI models, funding, and the effectiveness of current U.S. restrictions.

This Act, the Fairness for 9/11 Families Technical Fix Act, makes specific adjustments to payment rules within the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund. It ensures that "Havlish Settling Judgment Creditors"—certain 9/11 victims involved in a specific court settlement—receive previously withheld funds. Furthermore, it guarantees their eligibility for future payments from the Fund, treating them equally with other claimants.

The "No Fentanyl on Social Media Act" mandates the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and report on how minors access fentanyl through social media platforms. This report, developed with key agencies, will detail the prevalence, risks, and methods used by sellers to distribute fentanyl to minors online. Ultimately, the legislation seeks recommendations for Congress on effective measures to curb this dangerous access.

The Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2025 aims to expand healthcare access by establishing Medicare coverage for genetic counseling services starting in 2027. This legislation defines qualified genetic counselors and sets specific payment rules for these covered services under Medicare. The bill ensures that Medicare beneficiaries can receive essential genetic counseling from licensed or certified professionals.

This Act establishes a clear U.S. policy to advocate for Taiwan's full participation and membership in the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol). It directs the Secretary of State to develop a comprehensive strategy to secure Taiwan's inclusion and involvement in Interpol's activities. Furthermore, the bill mandates reports to Congress detailing the strategy and assessing the threats Taiwan faces due to its current exclusion from global crime-fighting networks.

The Protecting Our Courts from Foreign Manipulation Act of 2025 mandates strict transparency regarding foreign funding in U.S. civil litigation. It requires parties to disclose any foreign entity that has a contingent financial stake in a lawsuit's outcome. Furthermore, the Act explicitly bans agreements where payment contingent on a case's success comes from a foreign state or its sovereign wealth fund. The Attorney General must also submit an annual report to Congress detailing foreign litigation funding activities in federal courts.

The ADOPT Act of 2025 aims to protect families and prevent the commodification of children in private domestic interstate adoptions. It establishes new federal crimes for unlicensed intermediaries who illegally solicit placements or make unauthorized payments to placing parents. The legislation ensures access to licensed and regulated adoption providers by creating clear exceptions for authorized professionals and agencies.

The MIRACLE Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive study and report by the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding the prevalence and outcomes associated with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS). This study will specifically examine data among Medicaid beneficiaries and the availability of services in pediatric transitional care facilities. The findings and recommendations must be reported to Congress and made publicly available within three years of enactment.

The Fostering the Future for American Children and Families Act aims to improve career readiness for current and former foster youth. It mandates a comprehensive study on existing job training and apprenticeship programs serving this population. Furthermore, the bill establishes a grant program to expand access to industry-aligned technical training and modernizes how existing education vouchers can be used for short-term, credential-granting opportunities.

This act, the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act, amends federal law to exempt specific less-than-lethal projectile devices from existing firearm restrictions. It clarifies that these devices, designed to avoid serious injury and firing projectiles below a certain velocity, are not classified as firearms under federal statute. This change aims to facilitate the adoption of non-lethal tools by law enforcement.

This bill officially recognizes the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II. It mandates the Secretary of Defense to issue an honorable discharge to eligible former nurses, thereby honoring them as veterans. This recognition primarily grants eligibility for specific burial and memorial benefits related to their service.

The Health Tech Investment Act aims to establish clear payment guidelines for algorithm-based healthcare services under Medicare. This bill mandates that the Secretary of Health and Human Services ensure appropriate payment for these new technologies using manufacturer-submitted cost data when assigned to a new technology Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC). Furthermore, it clarifies payment policies for software as a service under the hospital outpatient prospective payment system.