Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Recycled Materials Attribution Act
Sets uniform federal rules for recycled content claims and allows mass balance accounting if certified; enforced by the Federal Trade Commission.
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 0.
Wisconsin Antietam and Manassas Memorials
Authorizes two memorials honoring Wisconsin infantry at Antietam and Manassas; requires private fundraising, Secretary approval, and Secretary maintenance after installation.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
SAFE CATTLE Act
Require USDA and Interior to sign an agreement to prevent, detect, and eradicate New World screwworm on covered lands and report annually to Congress.
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Energy Threat Analysis Center Act
Reauthorizes and expands DOE program to create centers for energy sector cyber threat analysis and information sharing, extending authorization through 2031.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
ntas modernization plan
Calls for a DHS plan to modernize NTAS, with clear alert criteria, expanded public access, stakeholder input, and an independent GAO review within two years.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 0.
Expand Housing Support for Foster Youth
Helps youth leaving foster care get move-in help, utility and rental support, and lease coaching through age 26. States can use Chafee funds and coordinate with housing agencies.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Expanded Education and Training for Foster Youth
Former foster youth age 14 or older can use vouchers for college, trade school, apprenticeships, GED, and remedial classes. Voucher time is five years, six if remedial first.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 556.
Expanded Education Aid for Foster Youth
Raises yearly vouchers to $12,000 and simplifies the application. States may offer short grace periods and must do outreach.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.
First Responder Network Reauthorization
Extends and updates the First Responder Network Authority, increases NTIA oversight, board changes, reporting, outage rules, and continuity planning.
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Efficiency Adjustment Delay Act
Delays a planned efficiency change to work RVUs and updates conversion-factor percentage rules; requires a report before possible future implementation.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
United States-Cuba Trade Act
Removes many U.S. trade and travel restrictions on Cuba, allows telecommunications and remittances, extends normal trade treatment, and directs presidential negotiations and reports.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Energy and Commerce, the Judiciary, Agriculture, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subject Firearms to Consumer Safety Rules
The bill lets the consumer safety agency set and enforce safety rules for guns. Makers and sellers may face new testing, labels, or design requirements.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Indoor air quality tax credit
A proposed federal tax credit to incentivize indoor air quality assessments and upgrades in commercial, public, and nonprofit buildings, with higher credits for wage and apprenticeship-compliant projects.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BASICS Act
Creates a new bridges grant program, changes transportation planning funding and rules, and increases support for regional and rural planning.
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
ICE Hiring Freeze
This measure would pause federal hiring and detailing into ICE, restricting staffing changes until Congress passes a new law to modify or end the freeze.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
Stop Inhumane ICE Detention Act
Requires reporting, audits, and access rules to monitor detainee health in immigration detention facilities.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
No Tax on Restored Benefits
Excludes restored Social Security monthly benefits received in 2025 from taxable income.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Reuse and refill systems study
EPA to publish a two-year report exploring reuse and refill options across sectors, assessing costs, equity, job impacts, barriers, and needed support.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
PrEP Assistance Program Act
Creates grants and a reimbursement program to expand access to pre-exposure prophylaxis and related services, plus a 'PrEP Pass' for uninsured people.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Strengthen Family Violence Services and Hotlines
Expands and funds services for domestic and dating violence survivors. It boosts hotlines, tribal programs, accessibility, and prevention.
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
New Federal Voting Integrity Rules
People must show photo ID and prove citizenship to register. Mail ballots require ID copies and must arrive by Election Day to count.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Poul Hornsleth Post Office Designation
Officially names the USPS facility at 3135 1st Avenue North in St. Petersburg as the Poul Hornsleth Post Office.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Voter Citizenship Verification Act
A proposal to require documentary proof of citizenship for federal voter registration and to require photo ID for federal elections, with agencies verifying citizenship and assisting states.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Tim's Act
Raises pay and benefits, adds leave and health support, and changes retirement rules for federal wildland firefighters.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry and Horticulture.