HR 649, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025, amends the National School Lunch Act to allow schools participating in the program to offer students both organic and non-organic whole milk, in addition to reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free options. Key provisions include clarifying that milk fat in whole milk should not count toward saturated fat limits for meal compliance, prohibiting schools from purchasing milk from Chinese state-owned enterprises, and ensuring schools cannot be barred from offering the full range of milk types listed. The bill directly affects public and private schools serving the National School Lunch Program by expanding their milk options for students. It focuses on concrete policy changes to dietary offerings and sourcing restrictions within the school nutrition program.
This bill (S 1949) creates new penalties for manufacturing or distributing candy-flavored drugs marketed to minors. It specifically targets producers who combine schedule I or II controlled substances with candy/beverage products, market them to appear like candy, or modify them with candy-like flavors/coloring, knowing they’ll be sold to people under 18. First offenses carry up to 10 additional years in prison, while repeat offenses carry up to 20 additional years. Exceptions apply for FDA-approved medications sold as prescribed and products altered under a doctor’s direction for legitimate medical use.
Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act This bill requires federal agencies to assess their software inventory and develop software management plans. The bill requires each agency (which includes any executive department, military department, or other establishment in the executive branch) to complete a comprehensive assessment of the software paid for by, in use at, or deployed throughout the agency. The assessment must include information such as (1) the current inventory of software; (2) contracts and other arrangements used to acquire, build, deploy, or use the software; (3) costs and fees not included in the initial contract or agreement; and (4) the interoperability of the software and restrictions on its use. Each agency must use their assessment to develop a plan to consolidate software entitlements, develop procedures for cost-effective acquisition strategies, and restrict subordinate entities from using any software entitlement without approval. (A software entitlement is software that has been purchased, leased, or licensed by or billed to an agency and that is subject to use limitations.) Such plans must be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Congress. Within two years of enactment, OMB must submit recommendations to Congress regarding government software procurement policies and practices to • increase the interoperability of software licenses, • consolidate licenses when appropriate, • reduce costs, • improve performance, and • modernize the management and oversight of agency software. The GAO must report on certain related topics, including governmentwide trends in agency software asset management practices and comparisons of such practices among agencies.
This bill amends the WIC program to replace "drug abuse" with "substance use disorder" throughout its provisions, directly affecting WIC participants who may have substance use disorder. Key mechanisms include creating new nutrition education materials for pregnant individuals with substance use disorder and infants affected by prenatal exposure, establishing an online clearinghouse for these resources, and authorizing $1 million for fiscal year 2026. The changes aim to provide evidence-based, non-judgmental support through updated program materials and outreach. The bill specifically targets WIC participants impacted by substance use disorder, not broader population changes.
This resolution designates June as "Life Month" each year, recognizing the inherent dignity of all human life. It urges Congress to acknowledge that every life is a sacred gift and to commend organizations and individuals supporting pregnant mothers and families. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic statement affirming life as a fundamental right.
HRES 464 is a non-binding House resolution expressing support for designating June as "National Annuity Awareness Month." It calls on federal, state, local governments, schools, nonprofits, businesses, and the public to observe June with activities raising awareness about annuities as financial tools that provide guaranteed lifetime income in retirement. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to educate consumers about annuities' role in retirement security and encourage seeking professional financial guidance. It directly affects awareness efforts by organizations and government entities during June, without imposing legal requirements.
This resolution (HRES 459) is a symbolic gesture recognizing National Poppy Day, observed the Friday before Memorial Day. It supports the tradition of wearing red poppies as a symbol honoring U.S. military veterans who died in service, referencing the historical connection to World War I poetry and veterans' organizations. The resolution encourages all U.S. citizens, residents, and visitors to wear poppies on this designated day to express appreciation for those who died preserving freedom. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations, but formally acknowledges the poppy's role in commemorating military sacrifice.
This bill (S 1931) provides federal funding to states that meet specific standards for protecting sexual assault survivors' rights. States qualify for one of three funding tiers based on whether they have laws, regulations, or policies that provide rights matching federal standards under Section 3772 of Title 18 (e.g., right to be informed of case status, right to a safe environment during medical exams). The funding allocates 60% to states meeting the strictest standard, 25% to those meeting a moderate standard, and 15% to those meeting a less comprehensive standard. Additionally, the bill extends the minimum retention period for sexual assault evidence kits from "20 years or statute of limitations" to "at least 20 years" to preserve evidence for potential future investigations.
HR 3691 establishes a bipartisan commission to study antisemitism in the United States, directly affecting all Americans by examining the causes and scope of antisemitic incidents nationwide. The commission, composed of 8 members appointed by congressional leaders (with strict bipartisan balance), will investigate current antisemitism, review existing government data on attacks (without interfering with active investigations), and submit a report with recommendations to Congress and the President within one year. Key provisions include requiring the commission to hold monthly meetings, issue subpoenas for evidence, and terminate 120 days after its report is submitted. The bill defines antisemitism broadly as hatred or manifestations targeting Jewish individuals, property, institutions, or religious sites. This is a study-focused measure, not a new law imposing penalties or policies.
HR 3694, the VALID Act of 2025, requires lenders to include specific information about VA loans in mortgage disclosures. It amends the National Housing Act to mandate that disclosures state the loan-to-value ratio and clarify that VA loans are available under Chapter 37 of Title 38 (veterans' benefits law), assuming prevailing interest rates. The bill also requires the Federal Housing Finance Agency to add a military service question to the Uniform Residential Loan Application form, placing it above the signature line within six months of enactment. This directly affects veterans and active-duty service members applying for VA-guaranteed mortgages, as well as the lenders processing those applications.
This bill (S 1922, the FIREARM Act) affects licensed firearm dealers by changing how violations of firearm regulations are handled. It requires dealers to self-report violations to the Attorney General before they are discovered, giving them 30 business days to correct issues with assistance and training - preventing license revocation for most errors. For violations involving prohibited transfers or uncorrectable issues, enforcement may proceed. The bill also adds judicial review rights for dealers facing license denial/revocation and applies retroactively to restore licenses revoked under a prior enforcement policy.
The TORNADO Act (S 258) directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve how hazardous weather warnings are communicated to the public, focusing on simplifying language and ensuring clarity to prompt protective actions. It establishes a dedicated hazard risk communication office to eliminate confusing terms, develop new terminology, and create best practices for timely, consistent warnings across platforms. The bill mandates a pilot program testing tornado warning effectiveness at historically Black colleges in tornado-prone areas and requires NOAA to update tornado rating systems for accuracy. Additionally, it authorizes $11 million annually for research grants prioritizing minority-serving institutions to advance tornado forecasting, communication science, and post-storm assessments.
