Legislative Activity

The Protect RAIL Act amends immigration law to prevent non-citizens convicted of or admitting to crimes involving the theft or tampering of goods shipped across state or international lines from entering the United States. Furthermore, this bill makes non-citizens already in the U.S. deportable if they have committed such offenses related to interstate or foreign shipments.

The Bring the Space Shuttle Home Act mandates the relocation of the Space Shuttle Discovery from the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center to NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, within 18 months. This legislation requires a joint plan for the transfer and ensures the shuttle remains on public display for STEM education near the Houston center. Ultimately, NASA is authorized to transfer ownership to a selected nonprofit organization, provided the display requirements are maintained.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the life, achievements, and distinguished public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday. It highlights her dedication to family, her support of her husband's career, and her crucial advocacy for national literacy initiatives. The House of Representatives commends her enduring legacy as a model citizen and public servant.

This joint resolution seeks to disapprove and nullify a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding California's stringent motor vehicle and engine pollution control standards, known as the "Omnibus Low NOX Regulation." By exercising disapproval under the Congressional Review Act, this measure prevents the EPA's decision on waiving federal preemption for these California standards from taking legal effect. If passed, the EPA's rule will be entirely canceled.

This resolution expresses the disapproval of Congress regarding a recent rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning California's motor vehicle and engine pollution control standards. Specifically, it rejects the EPA's proposed regulations covering heavy-duty vehicle emissions, warranties, maintenance, and zero-emission vehicle provisions. By disapproving the rule under the Congressional Review Act, Congress effectively nullifies the EPA's action.

This joint resolution expresses Congressional disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) rule regarding California's "Advanced Clean Cars II" vehicle pollution standards. By rejecting this rule, Congress is effectively canceling the EPA's decision to grant California a waiver allowing it to set stricter emission standards than federal law typically permits. Consequently, the approved California standards will not take effect.

This bill prohibits males from participating in any athletic program or activity at the U.S. military service academies that is designated for women or girls. It mandates that sex in this context is defined by reproductive biology and genetics at birth. While males may practice with women's teams, they cannot displace female athletes from rosters, competition opportunities, or scholarships.

The Returning Illegals over Turmoil Act establishes new grounds for the deportation and permanent inadmissibility of non-citizens who incite or participate in violent acts against law enforcement or public property during civil unrest. This legislation mandates strict enforcement during declared emergencies and grants the Secretary of Homeland Security expedited removal authority under those conditions. Furthermore, individuals removed under these provisions are permanently barred from receiving any form of immigration relief or future DACA eligibility.

The SAFE Cities Act establishes a process for the Attorney General to officially designate certain state or local governments as "anarchist jurisdictions" based on their failure to take reasonable steps to stop violence and property destruction. Once designated, these jurisdictions will face restrictions or unfavorable treatment regarding the distribution of federal grants. The criteria focus on local policies that hinder law enforcement's ability to restore order or that involve significant cuts to police funding.

The HUD Transparency Act of 2025 mandates that the Inspector General for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) must provide annual testimony to key Congressional committees. This testimony will detail efforts to combat fraud, waste, and abuse, assess the effectiveness of HUD programs, and offer recommendations for improving efficiency and accountability. This ensures regular, direct oversight of HUD operations by Congress.

This resolution strongly condemns the recent rise in ideologically motivated attacks targeting Jewish individuals and institutions across the United States, including the violent assault in Boulder, Colorado. The House of Representatives reaffirms its commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence in all its forms. It calls for thorough investigation and prosecution of such incidents and urges all sectors of society to speak out against hate.

This resolution formally recognizes and celebrates the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday. It highlights her dedication to her family, her tireless advocacy for national literacy, and her compassionate service as Second Lady and First Lady. Congress commends her enduring legacy as a model citizen for the nation.

The New World Screwworm Preparedness Act of 2025 mandates a comprehensive study on the United States' readiness to combat the reintroduction of the New World screwworm, a devastating parasite of warm-blooded animals. This study, led by the Secretary of Agriculture, must assess current threat levels, sterile fly production capacity, surveillance systems, and emergency response plans. The resulting report will provide Congress with critical recommendations to strengthen national preparedness against this costly agricultural and wildlife pest.

The Energy Choice Act prevents state and local governments from enacting bans or restrictions on the type or source of energy services consumers can access. This legislation protects consumer choice across various energy sources, including natural gas, hydrogen, propane, and electricity, provided the energy is sold across state lines. Essentially, it limits local interference with energy delivery options.

This resolution strongly condemns the rise of antisemitism in the United States and around the world. It specifically honors the memory of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, who were tragically murdered while promoting peace. Ultimately, Congress reaffirms its commitment to combating all forms of hate and ensuring the vigorous enforcement of laws protecting religious freedom.

The Financial Integrity and Regulation Management (FIRM) Act prohibits federal banking agencies from using "reputational risk" as a factor in supervising, examining, or rating financial institutions. This legislation aims to ensure that bank oversight focuses strictly on financial safety and soundness, rather than public perception or political considerations. Agencies must remove all references to reputational risk from their guidance and report back to Congress on their compliance within 180 days.

The Fair Audits and Inspections for Regulators’ Exams (FAIR Exams) Act establishes strict deadlines for federal regulators to complete financial examinations and issue reports. It also creates a new, independent Board to review complaints about examination practices and allows financial institutions to appeal "material supervisory determinations" *de novo*. Furthermore, the bill mandates faster regulatory responses to requests for permission or guidance and strengthens anti-retaliation protections for institutions using appeal rights.

The Simplifying Forms for Veterans Claims Act mandates an independent review of all Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) forms sent to claimants to ensure they are clear and easy to understand. The VA Secretary must hire an outside entity to assess these forms and implement recommendations for improvement within a set timeline. Additionally, this bill slightly extends the expiration date for certain limits on veterans' pension payments.

The Insurance Data Protection Act aims to adjust federal regulatory authority over insurance data by limiting the subpoena power of the Office of Financial Research against insurance companies. It also strengthens confidentiality protections for data shared with and held by the Federal Insurance Office and other financial regulators. Furthermore, the bill mandates that financial regulators must seek existing data from other sources before directly collecting information from insurance companies, ensuring data privacy is maintained.

This bill, the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection Commission Act, restructures the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) by replacing its single Director leadership with an independent, five-member commission appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The legislation updates numerous federal laws to replace references to the "Director" with the "Commission" or "Bureau" to reflect this new governance structure. The commission will oversee the agency's core rulemaking and enforcement authority, with a Chair selected from among its members to manage day-to-day operations.