This Senate resolution officially congratulates the University of Oklahoma women's gymnastics team for winning the 2026 NCAA Championship, marking their eighth national title in program history. The document recognizes the team's achievements, including their individual national titles and their consistent performance in recent years. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the team's success and dedication to the sport.
This bill establishes a federal advisory committee to study challenges in transmitting geolocation and dispatchable location information with 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline calls. The committee, formed by the FCC and HHS within 180 days, will include representatives from telecom providers, crisis centers, mental health organizations, and local governments (with specific representation for rural communities and low-population states). It will examine privacy, technical standards, and funding needs before making recommendations for legislation. The committee must submit a report to Congress within one year. This is a procedural study bill, not a direct policy change, and it requires no new funding.
Baby Changing on Board Act This bill requires Amtrak passenger rail trains to have a baby changing table in at least one restroom in each car, including in an Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990-compliant restroom. The bill applies to passenger rail trains that are (1) owned and operated by Amtrak, and (2) solicited for purchase after the bill's enactment for use by Amtrak.
This Senate resolution formally acknowledges the contributions of teachers to the United States and thanks them for their dedication. It encourages students, parents, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Dirk Kempthorne, a former U.S. Senator, Governor of Idaho, and Secretary of the Interior. It formally acknowledges his public service across various roles, including his work on environmental conservation, veterans' support, and economic development in Idaho. The Senate expresses its sorrow over his death and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family. Additionally, the Senate stands in adjournment as a final mark of respect to his memory.
This Senate resolution allows for the simultaneous consideration of 49 nominations on the Executive Calendar during an executive session, streamlining the confirmation process for multiple federal appointments. The bill directly affects the nominees listed, who include United States Attorneys, ambassadors, and various departmental officials across the federal government. By grouping these nominations together, the resolution enables the Senate to vote on them as a single block rather than individually, which can expedite the confirmation timeline. The measure does not change the qualifications or duties of the positions but rather modifies the procedural method by which the Senate reviews and votes on these specific appointments.
The Maverick Act authorizes the transfer of three surplus F-14D Tomcat aircraft from the U.S. Navy to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama. The transfer is made at no cost to the government through a conditional deed of gift, with the Navy providing existing maintenance manuals and spare parts sufficient to make one aircraft flyable or suitable for static display. The agreement includes conditions requiring the Commission to maintain the aircraft according to Federal Aviation Administration standards, obtain approval before transferring ownership, and comply with federal and state laws regarding arms control and export regulations. If the Commission fails to meet these conditions, ownership of the aircraft reverts to the United States. The Navy is not responsible for repairing the aircraft before transfer, nor is it liable for any injuries or damages resulting from the aircraft's future use.
This bill, the PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025, updates and strengthens pipeline safety regulations across the United States. It increases funding for pipeline safety programs through fiscal year 2030, requires risk-based inspections of pipeline facilities, and establishes a voluntary information-sharing system for pipeline safety data. The bill also addresses safety concerns related to emerging gases like hydrogen and carbon dioxide, and improves emergency response planning requirements. It directly affects pipeline operators, state pipeline safety programs, and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA).
This bill prohibits U.S. courts from enforcing foreign judgments or awards related to lawsuits where the underlying claim stems from a U.S. person complying with U.S. sanctions or export controls, or where a foreign court asserted jurisdiction based on those sanctions. It directly affects foreign entities or individuals seeking compensation from U.S. persons for contract disputes arising from U.S. sanctions compliance. The key mechanism adds a new rule (Section 1660) to federal law, requiring dismissal of such cases in U.S. courts and allowing defendants to remove them to federal district court. Exceptions include cases involving terrorism, U.S. government contracts, or disputes resolved under U.S. dispute resolution agreements. The bill applies broadly to all foreign litigation tied to U.S. sanctions, not exclusively to Russia.
This bill transfers management control of specific federal lands in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, between agencies. It moves approximately 25 acres from the National Park Service (under the Department of the Interior) to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for use at its Advanced Training Center, excluding it from Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Simultaneously, it transfers 71.51 acres of land from CBP back to the National Park Service to expand the park. The transfers occur without monetary payment, require a land survey to finalize boundaries, and include a provision allowing CBP to return the land to the park if no longer needed for training.
This bill raises the maximum guarantee amount for small businesses under the Small Business Administration's Surety Bond Program from $6.5 million to $20 million per federal contract. It directly affects small businesses seeking federal contracts and the SBA, which administers the program. Key changes include increasing the per-contract limit to $20 million and allowing the SBA to allocate up to 5% of annual program funds for administrative costs like IT, staff, and outreach. The bill modifies existing provisions in the Small Business Investment Act without adding new requirements for businesses.
This bill extends the statute of limitations for fraud enforcement related to two specific Small Business Administration (SBA) grant programs. It adds a 10-year time limit for criminal prosecutions or civil enforcement actions targeting violations of federal fraud, identity theft, or false claims laws (e.g., 18 U.S.C. §§ 371, 1028A, 1344, 1956) involving grants for shuttered venue operators (under the 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act) and restaurant revitalization (under the American Rescue Plan Act). The bill directly affects recipients of these SBA grants by setting a clear 10-year window for legal action against alleged fraud. It does not change the grant programs themselves, only the timeframe for enforcing fraud-related penalties.
