Federal
American Legislation

119th Congress1st Session
Justice Department to establish science advisory board
It would create a science advisory board inside the Justice Department. Details on how it helps people are not provided.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Reservation land transfer
The bill would allow some federal land to be transferred to a tribal government and require public engagement. It keeps hunting, fishing, and recreation rights for non-Tribal residents unchanged.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
FCC to redefine consent for spam calls
It would force the FCC to rewrite written-consent rules for calls and texts. Everyday people could see changes in who may be contacted.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Tribe Land Trust Transfer to Reservation
The bill would place the land in trust for the Pit River Tribe and add it to their reservation. It also bars gaming on the land and keeps roads off-limits.
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
GDP-Linked Thresholds Auto-Adjust Regulations
Regulators would raise bank rules as the economy grows, using GDP to set new size thresholds. This could change which banks must follow rules over time.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 457.
CHAT Act: Minor Chatbot Protections
Sets age checks, parental consent, and safety rules for companion AI chatbots.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Ammunition Licensing and Bulk Reporting
The bill would require in-person ID checks for ammo purchases and license ammo dealers. It would change how buyers and sellers handle ammo.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Housing Crisis Response Act
Funds affordable housing, rental help, homebuyer support, hazard repairs, and community improvements.
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on 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.
Shivwits Band Jurisdiction Clarity Act
The bill would decide which courts hear civil cases involving the Shivwits Band and its lands. It could affect contract disputes and leases on tribal lands.
Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
Sammy’s Law
Would let families authorize registered safety tools to manage children’s accounts on large social media platforms.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Billionaires Income Tax Act
Changes tax rules for very high-income and high-asset taxpayers, including annual taxes on certain investment gains.
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Crackdown on False Origin Mail Fraud
The bill makes it tougher to lie about where a package comes from. It could lead to fines, prison time, and seizures for wrong origin data, plus new agency duties.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Disability Access to Transportation Act
Expands paratransit options, pedestrian access standards, complaint reporting, and transportation accessibility data.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Environmental Quality Incentives Payment Limits Reform
The bill caps government payments for many conservation projects and requires annual reports. This could raise farmer costs and shape how conservation funds are used.
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
House Employees Face Background Checks
House employees would get criminal background checks every Congress and must report foreign ties. The public would see the foreign-tie reports, while background results remain private.
Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Ban donor-based admissions in colleges
Colleges that take federal student aid would have to stop favoring applicants connected to donors or alumni. The change affects admissions decisions, not aid rules.
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Expand disaster loans for prolonged outages
The bill would let certain disaster loans cover long power outages, helping small businesses and households recover and invest in backup energy systems.
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
Doris Miller Medal of Honor Authorization
Authorizes the President to award Doris Miller the Medal of Honor posthumously for his World War II valor.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Federal plan to curb illegal gun device trafficking
It would require a federal plan to stop illegal gun devices and help police trace them. Updates would go to Congress over time, boosting safety for families.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.
Home of Your Own Act of 2025
Creates grants of up to $30,000 to help eligible first-time buyers purchase homes.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, 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.
Ban on Alipay Transactions for Americans
The bill would block Alipay payments for people and businesses in the United States. It could disrupt how many use digital wallets.
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Small Businesses Get More Rule Transparency
The bill requires agencies to show how rules affect small firms and why choices matter. It could make rulemaking clearer and reduce unexpected costs for small businesses.
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Small Business, 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.
Human Trafficking Prevention Training
Creates a grant-funded project to train students and school staff to recognize and respond to trafficking and child exploitation.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Rural America Health Corps Act
Creates loan repayment assistance for eligible health workers serving five years in rural shortage areas.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.