Minnesota Congressional Bills

passed · Minnesota · Senate Sep 19, 2025

SRES 416: A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.

SRES 416 is a Senate resolution designating September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" to raise public awareness about sickle cell disease (SCD). It expresses support for educating communities nationwide on SCD - impacting an estimated 100,000 people in the U.S., primarily in Black and African American communities - alongside the need for research, early detection, treatments, and preventative care. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but encourages public programs and events during September 2025 to highlight SCD-related health resources.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Minnesota · House Sep 19, 2025

HRES 719: Honoring the life and legacy of Charles Charlie James Kirk.

HRES 719 is a House resolution honoring Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA who was assassinated on September 10, 2025. The resolution condemns his assassination and all political violence, extends condolences to his family, and calls on Americans to reject violence while promoting civil discourse. It specifically recognizes Kirk's legacy as a defender of constitutional principles and his role in inspiring youth through free speech and faith-based civic engagement. As a commemorative resolution, it does not enact policy changes but formally expresses the House's stance on honoring his life and legacy.

Mike Johnson (R) · 196 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Sep 16, 2025

SRES 392: A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting members of the Armed Forces and veterans in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.

SRES 392 is a Senate resolution designating November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day." It encourages all U.S. citizens to reach out to active-duty service members and veterans through phone calls or conversations to reduce isolation and connect them with support resources. The resolution specifically highlights the importance of peer-to-peer connections in addressing mental health challenges, citing veteran suicide statistics as context. As a symbolic measure (not a law), it does not create new programs but urges public engagement to support military personnel transitioning from service.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 34 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · House Sep 16, 2025

HRES 211: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 25) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to ‘‘Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales’’; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1156) to amend the CARES Act to extend the statute of limitations for fraud under certain unemployment programs, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1968) making further continuing appropriations and other extensions for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

HRES 211 is a procedural resolution that allows the U.S. House of Representatives to debate and vote on three specific legislative measures. It enables consideration of H.J. Res. 25 (which would disapprove an IRS rule requiring brokers to report digital asset sales), H.R. 1156 (which would extend fraud statute of limitations for unemployment programs), and H.R. 1968 (which would fund government operations through September 2025). The resolution waives standard procedural objections and sets time limits for debate on each measure. This resolution itself does not change policy but facilitates the House’s review of these three bills.

Topics ✗ Technology

passed · Minnesota · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 5100: To extend the SBIR and STTR programs, and for other purposes.

HR 5100 extends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through fiscal year 2026, instead of ending on September 30, 2025. This bill directly affects small businesses and research institutions that rely on federal funding for research and development through these programs. The key mechanism is updating expiration dates across multiple program provisions in the Small Business Act to maintain funding authority and program operations for one additional year. The extension does not alter program eligibility, funding levels, or core requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

Roger Williams (R) · 18 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 725: Enhancing First Response Act

The Enhancing First Response Act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to issue detailed reports after major disasters that activate the Disaster Information Reporting System for at least 7 days. These reports must track outages in broadband, mobile, and emergency communication services (including 911 systems), estimate affected users, and include public hearings with local officials, providers, and first responders within 8 months. The FCC must publish a final report within 12 months, containing outage data and recommendations to improve network resilience. This bill directly affects communication providers, public safety agencies, and disaster response systems by standardizing outage reporting and accountability.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Minnesota · House Sep 9, 2025

HR 2591: Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025

The Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025 requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update regulations within two years to encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek mental health care and disclose conditions without fear of losing medical clearance. It mandates annual reviews to improve the medical clearance process for mental health conditions - such as approving additional safe medications, enhancing examiner training, and reducing backlogs - and allocates $13.74 million yearly (2026-2029) to hire more aviation medical examiners. The bill also directs the FAA to implement recommendations from a mental health rulemaking committee and fund a public campaign to reduce stigma around mental health care in aviation. These provisions aim to support aviation workers' well-being while streamlining safety-related medical evaluations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Transportation

Sean Casten (D) · 43 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Sep 8, 2025

SRES 371: A resolution honoring the victims and survivors of the mass shooting at the Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

SRES 371 is a Senate resolution honoring the victims and survivors of a mass shooting at Minneapolis' Annunciation Catholic Church and School on August 27, 2025, which killed two children and injured 21 others. The resolution condemns the violence, offers condolences to affected families, and commends first responders, community members, and church staff for their immediate aid. It expresses solidarity with the Minneapolis community and all faith communities impacted by gun violence, emphasizing that everyone deserves safety in places of worship and schools. This symbolic resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the tragedy and supports healing efforts.

passed · Minnesota · House Sep 3, 2025

HRES 668: Directing the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to continue its ongoing investigation into the possible mismanagement of the Federal government’s investigation of Mr. Jeffrey Epstein and Ms. Ghislaine Maxwell, and for other purposes.

HRES 668 directs the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to continue its investigation into possible mismanagement of the federal government’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases, including Epstein’s death and sex trafficking networks. The resolution requires the committee to publicly release unclassified documents related to the investigation - such as communications, travel records, and immunity deals - with limited exceptions for privacy, active cases, or classified national security information. It prohibits withholding documents due to embarrassment or political sensitivity and mandates written justifications for any redactions. This resolution affects the Oversight Committee, federal agencies (like the DOJ and Treasury), and the public seeking transparency. It is procedural, not a new law, focusing on directing an ongoing investigation and document disclosure.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Minnesota · Senate Jul 30, 2025

SRES 349: A resolution designating the week of August 3 through August 9, 2025, as "National Farmers Market Week".

SRES 349 designates the week of August 3-9, 2025, as "National Farmers Market Week." The resolution recognizes farmers markets for their role in supporting local economies, connecting urban and rural communities, and promoting sustainable agriculture. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges the sector's contributions to food access, community engagement, and farming livelihoods. This is a ceremonial designation without binding policy changes.

Alex Padilla (D) · 20 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · House Jul 22, 2025

HR 3095: To direct the United States Postal Service to designate single, unique ZIP Codes for certain communities, and for other purposes.

HR 3095 requires the U.S. Postal Service to assign a single, unique ZIP Code to 74 specific communities across 16 states (including Canyon Lake, CA; Castle Pines, CO; and Estero, FL) within 270 days of the bill's enactment. This addresses current issues where these communities share ZIP Codes with neighboring areas, causing mail delivery confusion. The bill directly affects residents and businesses in these designated locations by simplifying mail routing. It creates a concrete administrative change without altering broader postal policies or funding.

Lauren Boebert (R) · 33 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Jul 21, 2025

SRES 330: A resolution designating June 23, 2025, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day".

This resolution designates June 23, 2025, as "Social Media Harms Victim Remembrance Day" to honor individuals harmed by social media, including victims, survivors, and families affected by issues like cyberbullying, exploitation, and mental health crises. It does not create new laws or directly affect any group but encourages remembrance ceremonies, educational events, and awareness efforts. The resolution urges communities, social media platforms, and government agencies to collaborate on initiatives promoting digital safety and supporting victims. It specifically calls for action by the Federal Trade Commission and Health and Human Services to address social media harms. As a commemorative resolution, it focuses on raising awareness rather than implementing policy changes.