This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a data-sharing agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services within one year of enactment to prevent fraudulent or duplicate billing for veterans who receive care from both the VA and Medicare, Medicaid, or Medicare Advantage plans. The agreement would allow the VA to share information about enrolled veterans receiving hospital care and medical services, while HHS would identify veterans enrolled in multiple programs and share that information back with the VA. The memorandum of understanding would remain effective for two years once established, and the VA Secretary must report to Congress annually on the agreement's effectiveness in reducing duplicate, improper, or erroneous billing and payments. This legislation directly affects veterans who are eligible for both VA benefits and federal health programs, as well as seniors on Medicare who may also qualify for VA care, helping protect them from fraudulent billing practices.

The Local Control Protection Act would prevent federal courts from hearing legal challenges to local government decisions that block large data center development, provided those decisions were made through recorded votes with documented justification. The bill also prohibits federal agencies from issuing permits for data centers whose developers are suing to overturn local zoning denials. Additionally, it requires data center developers to sign legally binding community benefit agreements with local governments as a condition of receiving federal tax credits, with agreements covering local taxes, infrastructure improvements, environmental monitoring, and workforce hiring plans that prioritize local workers and contractors. The bill applies to data centers with at least 20 megawatts of power demand and takes effect after enactment. The legislation affects data center developers seeking federal tax incentives and local communities concerned about the impacts of large data center projects.

This resolution designates May 2026 as "National Electrical Safety Month" to raise public awareness about electrical hazards and safety measures in homes, schools, and workplaces. The measure highlights that electrical failures cause thousands of fires annually, resulting in nearly 400 deaths, over 1,000 injuries, and $1.4 billion in property damage, along with over 2,000 children treated for electrical shock or burns each year. The resolution encourages citizens to inspect their properties for electrical hazards and adopt safety technologies such as ground-fault circuit interrupters, arc-fault circuit interrupters, and smoke alarms. It expresses support for the Electrical Safety Foundation International's efforts to educate the public about electrical safety risks. The resolution requests that the President issue a proclamation promoting the observance of this designated month through appropriate programs and activities, though it involves no federal funding or implementation requirements.

This bill establishes a new Office of the Chief Economist within the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), a federal agency that regulates futures and derivatives markets. The Chief Economist will serve as the CFTC's primary economic advisor and conduct economic analysis, regulatory cost-benefit studies, and market research to inform the agency's policymaking. The bill allows the CFTC to hire specialized staff—including economists, research analysts, data specialists, and experts in commodities and financial markets—through streamlined hiring procedures that bypass standard competitive service requirements while still maintaining the positions' official classification. The legislation also requires the CFTC's existing regulatory functions to coordinate with the new office and expands the agency's mandate to consider market liquidity in its regulatory decisions. No specific funding amounts or implementation deadlines are specified in the legislation.

H.R. 6934 establishes a federal assistance program to help lower-income Americans and small businesses afford flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program. Administered by FEMA, the program provides graduated discounts so that eligible policyholders' insurance premiums do not exceed 1 percent of their area's median income. Eligible participants include homeowners with household incomes up to 120 percent of area median income, as well as qualifying small businesses (100 or fewer employees) and nonprofits that meet hardship standards set by FEMA. The bill appropriates $250 million annually to fund these discounts and requires FEMA to establish the program within one year, while also mandating the implementation of monthly installment payment options for flood insurance premiums.

The Water Infrastructure Modernization Act of 2025 updates federal water pollution control law to support modernization of aging water infrastructure through grants for alternative water sources and smart water technology. The bill expands eligible uses of grant funding to include "intelligent water infrastructure technology"—such as real-time monitoring systems, artificial intelligence tools, leak detection technology, and advanced metering systems—that help water utilities operate more efficiently and reliably. Specifically, the legislation allows grant money to be used for implementing these smart technologies alongside traditional engineering and construction work, while explicitly prohibiting their use for routine operation and maintenance costs. The bill increases annual grant program funding from $25 million to $50 million and extends the program's authorization through 2028, and it requires the Environmental Protection Agency to report to Congress within 180 days and annually thereafter on funded projects, their outcomes, and recommendations for improvement.

Sgt. Walter F. Hartnett IV Green Star Veterans Service ActThis bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to design and designate the Green Star Service Flag to identify next of kin of veterans who died of suicide on or after September 11, 2001. An individual who is next of kin of such a veteran may display the flag.

The Helping Our Heroes Act allows volunteer firefighters, emergency medical personnel, rescue workers, and civil air patrol members to claim a charitable tax deduction based on their volunteer service. Under the bill, each hour of qualified volunteer work is valued at $20 for tax purposes, with a maximum of 300 hours per person per year (up to $6,000 in annual deduction value). The legislation applies to individuals who receive no compensation beyond expense reimbursement or standard volunteer benefits, and it includes an inflation adjustment starting in 2026 to keep the $20 per-hour value current. Importantly, the deduction is available even for taxpayers who don't itemize deductions on their tax returns, making it more accessible to average earners. The law takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Keep WIC Working ActThis bill provides appropriations for the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to carry out the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) during any lapse in FY2026 discretionary appropriations for USDA. WIC provides nutrition-rich foods, nutrition education, and health care and social services referrals to eligible low-income women, infants, and children.The bill also provides appropriations for USDA to reimburse state agencies for any state funds used to carry out operations necessary to maintain participation in WIC during the period that began on September 30, 2025, and ends on the date that this bill is enacted.The appropriations provided by this bill are available until legislation is enacted that provides FY2026 appropriations for USDA (including continuing appropriations for USDA).

No Taxation Without Operation ActThis bill suspends the collection of certain federal income taxes during a partial or full government shutdown that occurs due to a lapse in appropriations.If a partial or full government shutdown occurs, the bill provides that no citizen who is subject to ordinary federal income taxes on wages is liable for (1) federal income taxes during the shutdown, or (2) the accrual of any penalty or interest with respect to any federal individual income tax payment or any federal individual income tax return.The bill also exempts back pay from federal income taxes if it is received by certain federal employees or contractors who were not paid during a government shutdown and are subject to the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019. The Department of the Treasury must issue guidelines for employers to ensure compliance with this bill for tipped, hourly wage, salaried, and all other covered employees.

H.R. 5293 authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to retired Colonel Robert J. Graham for extraordinary heroism during the Vietnam War. On May 1, 1966, then-Captain Graham flew his damaged F-100 Super Sabre on more than 15 combat passes to provide close air support to Army bases under heavy attack, destroying eight enemy anti-aircraft positions and neutralizing over 1,500 North Vietnamese troops while saving hundreds of American lives—all despite his aircraft being severely damaged and his own survival being unlikely. Graham had previously received the Silver Star for these same actions and served 26 years as a fighter pilot, completing four tours in Vietnam and flying over 500 combat missions. The bill waives the normal time limitations for awarding the Medal of Honor, which typically must be presented within a certain timeframe, allowing the President to recognize Graham's valor nearly 60 years after the events occurred. There is no funding required for this legislation, as it simply authorizes a presidential award.

H.Res. 651 is a symbolic resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for commemorating the 90th anniversary of Social Security on August 14, 2025. The resolution recognizes that Social Security, established through the Social Security Act signed on August 14, 1935, has provided economic security and stability to elderly Americans for nine decades and remains a crucial part of America's social safety net. The measure does not create any new programs, allocate funding, or impose timelines or requirements—it is simply a statement of support for acknowledging this milestone in the program's history. All Americans who rely on or contribute to Social Security are indirectly affected by this commemorative gesture, though the resolution has no direct policy or financial impact.

The Local Farmers Feeding our Communities Act directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to create a program that provides federal funding to state, local, and tribal governments to purchase fresh, locally-grown food directly from farmers and ranchers in their regions. Participating entities must use at least 75 percent of their funds to buy unprocessed or minimally processed foods like produce, meat, dairy, and seafood, with a requirement that at least 25 percent of purchases come from small farms, beginning farmers, veteran farmers, or mid-size operations. The law allows up to 25 percent of funds for administrative costs and technical assistance to help farmers meet food safety standards and expand their businesses, while the purchased food gets distributed through nonprofits and other food distribution organizations to improve access to healthy food in local communities. The program is funded with $200 million annually starting in fiscal year 2026 through mandatory Commodity Credit Corporation spending, plus an additional $200 million per year authorized for appropriations through 2030. All states receive a baseline allocation, with 10 percent of funds specifically reserved for tribal governments.

The SMART Act directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to conduct a comprehensive study evaluating how well its hazard mitigation programs work in reducing disaster costs, improving community preparedness, and protecting infrastructure across the United States. The study will analyze whether FEMA's mitigation investments actually save money in the long run by preventing or reducing losses from natural disasters, and will examine their effects on insurance availability and affordability. FEMA must submit an initial report to Congress within 18 months of the bill's enactment and then annually thereafter, using data from federal, state, local, and tribal agencies as well as independent researchers. Within two years, FEMA must publish the study's findings online in an accessible, searchable format with maps and visualizations, updated annually and available to the public within 60 days of each Congressional report. This legislation aims to increase transparency and provide evidence-based information about whether taxpayer dollars spent on disaster mitigation are achieving their intended results.

Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions Review ActThis bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to review and report on the ethics policies, practices used to communicate with the public, and funding of the Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions. These commissions are the Susquehanna River Basin Commission, the Delaware River Basin Commission, and the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin.The GAO must submit a report to Congress on (1) the findings of the review, and (2) any recommendations to increase the transparency or congressional oversight of the commissions.Within 90 days of the GAO submitting its report, and annually thereafter for five years, each commission must submit to Congress a plan detailing actions the commission has taken to comply with the recommendations contained in the GAO's report.

H.R. 3182 would ban Members of Congress and their spouses from buying, selling, or holding individual stocks, commodities, and similar financial instruments while serving in office. The bill allows important exceptions for diversified mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, Thrift Savings Plan investments, and U.S. Treasury securities, which are considered less prone to conflicts of interest. Members who already own individual stocks before taking office may keep them, and the restrictions can be avoided by placing investments in a qualified blind trust managed by an independent trustee. The bill imposes civil fines on members who violate these trading restrictions. The legislation would take effect on the first day of the 120th Congress, giving current members time to adjust their portfolios before the restrictions apply.

Capping Excessive Awarding of SBLC Entrants Act or the CEASE ActThis bill limits the number of for-profit small business lending companies that are authorized make 7(a) loans to not more than 16 at any time.

Time to Choose Act of 2025This bill prohibits the federal government from awarding consulting services contracts to any entity that provides consulting services to covered foreign entities.Foreign entities covered by the bill includethe government of China, the Chinese Communist Party, the People's Liberation Army, or any Chinese security service or intelligence agency;the government of Russia or any entity sanctioned under Executive Order 13662;the government of any country determined by the Department of State to have repeatedly provided support for international terrorism; andany entity on certain lists maintained by the Department of Commerce, such as the Denied Persons List or the Military End User List.An agency may waive the prohibition on a case-by-case basis if it is in the national security interests of the United States and no other entity without a conflict of interest can perform the work.

Eric's Law This bill modifies procedures with respect to capital sentencing hearings. If a jury at a capital sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's sentence and there is a motion by the attorney for the government, the court must order a new special sentencing hearing and impanel a new jury. If the new jury at the special sentencing hearing does not reach a unanimous recommendation on the defendant's sentence, then the court is prohibited from imposing a death sentence.

Simplifying Forms for Veterans Claims ActThis bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to seek to enter an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to assess the forms that the VA sends to claimants. The center must submit a written assessment to the VA that includes recommendations on how the VA may make the forms clearer and more organized.The VA must implement certain recommendations in the assessment within two years after the assessment is received.