Legislative Activity

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to fix the number of Supreme Court justices at nine. For this amendment to be valid, three-fourths of the state legislatures must ratify it within seven years of its submission.

The Protecting Life on College Campus Act of 2025 prohibits federal funding for any institution of higher education that hosts or is affiliated with campus-based clinics providing abortions or abortion-inducing drugs. To remain eligible for federal support, institutions must submit an annual certification confirming their compliance with these restrictions.

The "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2025" seeks to prohibit the use of federal funds for abortions and for health plans that cover abortions, while allowing individuals and entities to purchase separate abortion coverage with non-federal funds. It clarifies that premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) cannot be used for health plans that include abortion coverage. The Act also revises notice requirements for health plans, mandating clear disclosure of abortion coverage and any associated premium surcharges to enrollees. Exceptions to the funding restrictions are included for cases of rape, incest, or when the mother's life is in danger.

The Protect Funding for Women’s Health Care Act prohibits federal funding for the Planned Parenthood Federation of America and its affiliates. The bill ensures that these redirected funds remain available to other eligible healthcare providers to maintain access to essential services, such as cancer screenings, prenatal care, and family planning.

The SHARKED Act of 2025 establishes a Shark Task Force to address conflicts between sharks and fishing operations, known as shark depredation. This group will coordinate research and develop strategies, including non-lethal deterrents, to minimize harmful interactions. The bill also authorizes dedicated funding for new research projects focused on understanding and mitigating shark depredation issues.

The Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 proposes to limit automatic birthright citizenship to children born in the United States who have at least one parent who is a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien serving in the U.S. armed forces. This legislation would exclude children born to parents without legal status or those on temporary visas from receiving automatic citizenship. These changes would apply only to individuals born on or after the date of the Act's enactment.

The "Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act" amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to deem aliens inadmissible and deportable if they have committed or admitted to acts constituting sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or violating protection orders. It broadens the definition of crimes against children to include any crime constituting domestic violence.

The Red Snapper Act of 2025 prohibits the Secretary of Commerce from closing South Atlantic fishing areas until the "Great Red Snapper Count" study is completed and its data is integrated into official stock assessments. This legislation aims to protect the regional economy and recreational fishing industry by ensuring management decisions are based on the most current and accurate scientific data.

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to expand the railroad track maintenance credit by increasing the per-mile tax credit to $6,100 and implementing annual inflation adjustments starting in 2026. It also extends the eligibility window for qualifying maintenance expenditures to include costs incurred through 2023. These updates aim to provide greater financial support for ongoing railroad infrastructure improvements.

The Restore VA Accountability Act of 2025 streamlines the disciplinary process for Department of Veterans Affairs supervisors and senior executives by establishing clear standards for removal, demotion, or suspension based on performance or misconduct. The bill mandates that these personnel actions be supported by substantial evidence and limits the ability of external bodies to overturn or reduce imposed penalties. Additionally, it provides specific protections for whistleblowers while ensuring that disciplinary procedures take precedence over conflicting collective bargaining agreements.

The Hearing Protection Act aims to remove silencers from the purview of the National Firearms Act (NFA) by treating them similarly to standard firearms under federal tax law. This legislation preempts certain state and local taxes and registration requirements related to silencers involved in interstate commerce. Furthermore, the bill mandates the destruction of existing federal silencer registration records and updates federal marking requirements for manufacturers.

The Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act requires that most federal agency rules be initiated by a senior appointee and signed by a Senate-confirmed official. This legislation aims to increase regulatory oversight and accountability by ensuring that significant rules are authorized by politically accountable leadership. Limited exemptions are permitted only when compliance would compromise public safety or security.

This bill urges the NCAA to reverse its current transgender athlete policy, arguing it discriminates against female athletes. It advocates for policies that ensure biological females compete against biological females in collegiate sports. The bill also calls on all sports governing bodies in the U.S. to protect women's sports.

The "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025" amends Title IX to prohibit schools receiving federal funds from allowing males to participate in female athletic programs. Sex is defined as based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill allows males to train with female teams if it doesn't deprive females of opportunities. It also requires a study on the benefits lost to women when males participate in female sports.

The "Finding Federal Savings Committee Resolution" establishes a new House committee focused on identifying and recommending the modification or elimination of underperforming or nonessential federal programs. This committee will be composed of members from key House committees and will operate under expedited legislative procedures to ensure efficient consideration of its recommendations. The goal is to streamline government spending by targeting inefficient programs, with the committee set to dissolve at the end of the 120th Congress.

This bill expresses support for the Geneva Consensus Declaration, which promotes women's health, strengthens the family, and upholds national sovereignty in healthcare. It affirms the principles of the declaration, including the value of life and the family's role in society and seeks to ensure that U.S. policy aligns with these values by not funding abortions or coercive family planning in foreign countries. The bill also encourages other countries to uphold these principles.

The Title X Abortion Provider Prohibition Act amends the Public Health Service Act to prohibit Title X federal funding for entities that perform abortions, with specific exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or life-endangerment. The bill also establishes new annual reporting requirements for the Secretary of Health and Human Services regarding the distribution of these grants and the performance of permitted abortions.

The Honor Inauguration Day Act mandates that the United States flag be flown at full staff on every presidential Inauguration Day. This legislation ensures that the flag remains at its highest peak to celebrate the democratic process and the expression of the people's will, regardless of any conflicting display regulations.

The REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025 mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security reinstate the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP). This legislation requires that asylum seekers be returned to Mexico to await their U.S. immigration proceedings, effectively codifying the 2019 policy guidance into law.

The Protecting Life and Taxpayers Act of 2025 prohibits federal funding for any entity that performs abortions or provides financial support to organizations that do. Exceptions are granted for cases involving rape, incest, or medical emergencies where the mother's life is at risk.