National GOP

David Valadao

The "End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024" sponsored by Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV) would make electric vehicles utilizing battery technology licensed from China ineligible for federal EV tax credit. Specifically, the bill tightens the Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) definition for the 30D electric vehicle (EV) tax credit as well as closes the "billionaire and Chinese manufacturing loopholes" which provide Chinese companies and business owners with subsidy benefits. The bill is in response to plans by Ford, General Motors and other manufactures to license technology from China's Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL) to produce lithium-ion batteries. Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #3 – Save the American Auto Industry: Republicans will revive the U.S. Auto Industry by reversing harmful Regulations, canceling Biden’s Electric Vehicle and other Mandates, and preventing the importation of Chinese vehicles. “With my actions today, we will end the Green New Deal and we will revoke the electric vehicle mandate, saving our auto industry and keeping my sacred pledge to our great American auto workers. In other words, you’ll be able to buy the car of your choice.” – President Donald J. Trump

Ending Subsidies to Vehicle Manufactures Utilizing Chinese Battery Technology Under the Crony Federal Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Program.

The Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) amendment #54 to the "Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2025" strikes the $3.45 billion of international disaster assistance funding provided in the bill. According to the sponsor, the State Department and international organizations funded through this bill "have time and time again advanced and sent American tax dollars to causes that run counter to American values and our foreign policy objectives" and "taxpayers that can barely afford their own bills, their own electricity bills, food bills, and daycare bills". In early 2025, the Trump Administration placed nearly 10,000 USAID employees on leave (retaining less than 300) and cancelled nearly 90% of foreign aid programs. Chapter 10 – Return to Peace through Strength – Section #1 – The National Interest: Republicans will promote a Foreign Policy centered on the most essential American Interests, starting with protecting the American Homeland, our People, our Borders, our Great American Flag, and our Rights under God. "If you do (give foreign aid), you give it to ’em as a loan — not just a giveaway" – President Donald J. Trump

Placing America First by Cutting $3.45 Billion in International Disaster Assistance within the Dept. of State Appropriations Bill.

The Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) amendment #50 to the "Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" cuts funding for the Great Lakes Authority in half and transfer the difference to the spending reduction account. This program was created in 2022 to fund watershed programs in a handful of states. As the sponsor has noted for multiple years, the program serves as an example of waste as it "does not have a Federal co-chair, it has no website, it has no programs funded", yet is receiving a $5 million appropriation. President Trump's proposed FY 2026 Budget permantly canceled the $5 million appropriation to the Great Lakes Authority. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth. “We will reclaim power from this unaccountable bureaucracy, and we will restore true democracy to America again. We’re ending trillions of dollars in waste, and it’ll mean much lower inflation; lower interest rates; lower payments on mortgages, credit cards, car loans; and much higher stock markets.” – President Donald J. Trump

Cutting $2.5 Million from a Wasteful "Great Lakes Authority" that has No Website, Programs, or Federal Co-Chair.

The "National Construction Safety Team Enhancement Act of 2024" sponsored by Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) would expand the size and regulatory authority of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and increase agency spending by $5 million annually. Currently, the NIST is authorized to investigate the structural failure of a building that has resulted in substantial loss of life or that had the significant potential to cause a substantial loss of life. Under the bill, NIST's authority is expanded to now also investigate structural failures other than those involving buildings and to recommend related improvements to engineering standards and practices.  President Trump's FY 2026 budget proposed a $325 million cut to NIST and hundreds of positions within the agency - including physical infrastructure - to eliminate waste. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.

Fueling Out-of-Control Spending and Growing the Regulatory Power of Federal Bureaucrats Through the "National Construction Safety Team Enhancement Act".

The "Setting Consumer Standards for Lithium-Ion Batteries Act" sponsored by Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to impose new mandates on micromobility devices (such as electric bicycles and scooters) relating to lithium-ion batteries and fire risk. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the bill is expected to increase taxpayer cost by $6 million to hire additional government employees to carry out these duties over the next five years. On April 30, 2025 the CPSC voted to impose the mandates on a 3-2 party-line vote (3 Democrats supported, 2 Republicans opposed). The following month, the Trump administration removed the 3 Democrat members on the CPSC and subsequently repealed the mandates. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking. “We are cutting regulations at a level that nobody has ever seen before.” – President Donald J. Trump

Growing the Size and Scope of the Consumer Product Safety Commission to Impose New Mandates on Electric Bicycles and Scooters.

The Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL) amendment #8 to the "Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to apply the same access standards for Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MHRRTP) as for primary care, specialty care, and non-institutional extended care services. According to the sponsor, "veterans are restricted by where they can get their treatment due to the Biden administration's misguided view of the MISSION Act access standards" which has forced veterans to wait months to receive care despite the fact we are losing 17 veterans a day to suicide. Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #4 – Take Care of Our Veterans: Republicans will end luxury housing and Taxpayer benefits for Illegal Immigrants and use those savings to shelter and treat homeless Veterans. We will restore Trump Administration reforms to expand Veterans’ Healthcare Choices, protect Whistleblowers, and hold accountable poorly performing employees not giving our Veterans the care they deserve. “We want our veterans to have choice. They’ve earned it. If the VA can’t provide timely care, veterans should be able to see a private doctor — without red tape or delay. That’s why we’re expanding access and making sure our heroes get the care they deserve.”  – President Donald J. Trump

Reforming a Biden Administration Policy to Provide Veterans More Prompt Mental Healthcare.

The "No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act" sponsored by Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) is intended to deter Iran and other hostile governments and individuals from hostage-taking or wrongfully detaining United States nationals by imposing sanction and other strict penalties. Most notably, the bill denies a visa to anyone seeking admission to the United States as a representative to the United Nations if they are sanctioned under terrorism or weapons of mass destruction proliferation Executive Orders. According to the sponsor, "mass murderer and terrorist Ebrahim Raisi hates the United States, pledges death to America, yet applies and is granted to travel to New York annually for the United Nations, this hypocrisy is unacceptable". Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #4 – Strict Vetting: Republicans will use existing Federal Law to keep foreign Christian-hating Communists, Marxists, and Socialists out of America. Those who join our Country must love our Country. We will use extreme vetting to ensure that jihadists and jihadist sympathizers are not admitted. "Release all of the hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you." – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening National Security by Denying Terrorists Entry into the U.S. Under the "No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act".

The "Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act of 2023" sponsored by Rep. Bill Keating (D- MA) would grow the size and scope of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) through the creation of a new "Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Grant Program". In 2023, NOAA allocated about $1 million for sea turtle stranding response and rehabilitation activities. Under this bill, NOAA would hire additional employees and spend an estimated $33 million to provide grants to various non-profits which assist sea turtles. President Trump's FY?2026 budget proposed a 26% reduction to NOAA’s budget - including elimination of the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), which handles wildlife conservation grants. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth. “We will reclaim power from this unaccountable bureaucracy, and we will restore true democracy to America again. We’re ending trillions of dollars in waste, and it’ll mean much lower inflation; lower interest rates; lower payments on mortgages, credit cards, car loans; and much higher stock markets.” – President Donald J. Trump

Growing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to Award Grants to Government-Favored Non-Profits Under the "Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act".

The "Police Our Border Act" sponsored by Rep. Anthony D'Esposito (R-NY) would require the Department of Justice to report on the impact of the Biden Administration's border policies on law enforcement officers at the federal, state, local, and tribal levels. According to the sponsor, "the report will detail the effects the border crisis has had on law enforcement, including the estimated cost of all resources used to address the influx of illegal immigrants". Additionally, the report "must include information on how much exposure law enforcement officers have to fentanyl while encountering illegal immigrants crossing the southern border as well as any injuries sustained while on the line of duty". Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #1 – Secure the Border: Republicans will restore every Border Policy of the Trump administration and halt all releases of Illegal Aliens into the interior. We will complete the Border Wall, shift massive portions of Federal Law Enforcement to Immigration Enforcement, and use advanced technology to monitor and secure the Border. Before we defend the Borders of Foreign Countries, we must first secure the Border of our Country. “We will declare a national emergency at our southern border. All illegal entry will immediately be halted, and we will begin the process of returning millions and millions of criminal aliens back to the places in which they came.” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening Government Accountability by Requiring Reports on the Impact of the Border Crisis on Law Enforcement Through the "Police Our Border Act".

The Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) amendment #2 to the "Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act" would require the FBI to report to Congress on a quarterly basis rather than an annual basis the number of U.S. person queries conducted under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Additionally, the bill grants the chairs and ranking members of the Committees on Judiciary and Intelligence in the House and the Senate, the ability to go to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISC). According to the sponsor, this measure is necessary "to just have more reporting and more understanding of what is happening in the FISC" considering that "we have before us real and obvious abuses - 278,000 of those abuses, going after the American people". Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #9: End the Weaponization of Government Against the American People. “We will dismantle any programs or operations that violate the constitutional rights of our citizens, including unwarranted surveillance. KILL FISA, IT WAS ILLEGALLY USED AGAINST ME, AND MANY OTHERS. THEY SPIED ON MY CAMPAIGN!!!” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening Government Transparency Under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Through Increased Congressional Oversight of the Program.

The "DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act" sponsored by Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX) would prevent funding from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from being provided to any college or university that has a relationship with a Confucius Institute (a cultural institute directly or indirectly funded by the Chinese government). According to the sponsor, "the Chinese Community Party is utilizing Confucius Institutes to infiltrate American university campuses and engage in espionage, steal intellectual property, intimidate Chinese dissidents, promote communist propaganda, and funnel sensitive information back to the People's Liberation Army". Support is Republican Governors Association's position as taxpayers should not be forced to pay for the educations of individuals who chose to enroll in colleges and universities, especially entities which partner with one of America's top adversaries, the CCP. Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #2 – Secure Strategic Independence from China: Republicans will revoke China’s Most Favored Nation status, phase out imports of essential goods, and stop China from buying American Real Estate and Industries. “For years, the government of China has conducted illicit espionage to steal our industrial secrets, of which there are many. Today, I will issue a proclamation to better secure our nation’s vital university research and to suspend the entry of certain foreign nationals from China who we have identified as potential security risks.” – President Donald J. Trump

Blocking DHS Funds from Being Provided to Colleges and Universities with a Confucius Institute or any Ties with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

The "Atomic Energy Advancement Act" sponsored by Rep. Jeff Duncan (R-SC) would accelerate the deployment of nuclear energy technologies, such as advanced nuclear reactors. Most notably, the bill makes reforms within the Department of Energy to help expedite permits and environmental reviews as well as reduce regulatory costs for nuclear energy companies. Furthermore, the bill reduces certain licensing fees charged by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for advanced nuclear reactors. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Lower Everyday Costs: Republicans will reduce the Regulatory burden, lower Energy costs, and promote Economic Policies that drive down the cost of living and prices for everyday goods and services. “We’re going to get your energy prices down by 50%.” – President Donald J. Trump

Expanding U.S. Energy Production by Streamlining Permitting for Nuclear Energy through the "Atomic Energy Advancement Act".

The "Harnessing Energy At Thermal Sources (HEATS) Act sponsored by Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) would expedite geothermal energy production by clarifying that geothermal operators do not need a federal drilling permit for wells that are on state and private lands where the subsurface geothermal estate is less than 50% federal. While operators would be exempt from federal permitting requirements, they would still be subject to state permitting regulations. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #1 – Unleash American Energy: Republicans will unleash Energy Production from all sources, including nuclear, to immediately slash Inflation and power American homes, cars, and factories with reliable, abundant, and affordable Energy. “We will blast through every bureaucratic hurdle to issue rapid approvals for new drilling, new pipelines, new refineries, new power plants, new electric plants, and reactors of all types.” – President Donald J. Trump

Advancing American Energy Dominance by Reducing Unnecessary Permitting Barriers for Geothermal Energy through the "HEATS ACT".

The Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) amendment #43 to the "Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" eliminates funding ($18 million) for the administration of the Department of Energy Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program. According to the sponsor, this program "provides loans to companies that make Green New Deal cars" and has recklessly spent over $1 trillion, including $8 billion in subsidies on electric vehicle chargers. President Trump's Budget for FY?2021 proposed eliminating the ATVM program entirely. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Reliable and Abundant Low Cost Energy: Republicans will increase Energy Production across the board, streamline the permitting process, and end market-distorting restrictions on Oil, Natural Gas, and Coal. “We’re going to try and have a policy where no windmills are being built. They don’t work without subsidy. … You don’t want energy that needs subsidy.” It’s called the Green New Deal -- I call it the Green New Hoax.” – President Donald J. Trump

Protecting Taxpayers by Defunding the Department of Energy "Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program" which Enriches the Electric Vehicle Industry.

The Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) amendment #5 to the "Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act" would expand the use of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) to vet foreigners traveling to the United States. While Section 702 prohibits the NSA and FBI from "intentionally" targeting Americans through its mass surveillance, these agencies acquire a huge amount of innocent Americans' communications "incidentally." These agencies can then conduct backdoor, warrantless searches of these "incidentally collected" communications. Through this amendment, a larger group of Americans would now be subject to having their communications collected and added to the government FISA database without a warrant. Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #9: End the Weaponization of Government Against the American People. “We will dismantle any programs or operations that violate the constitutional rights of our citizens, including unwarranted surveillance. KILL FISA, IT WAS ILLEGALLY USED AGAINST ME, AND MANY OTHERS. THEY SPIED ON MY CAMPAIGN!!!” – President Donald J. Trump

Weakening Civil Liberties by Expanding Warrantless Surveillance Under Section 702 of FISA to Encompass a Greater Number of Americans on the Grounds of "Travel Vetting".

The Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) amendment #50 to the "Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025" would require the United States Army to establish gender-neutral fitness standards for its combat fitness test. According to the sponsor, "our enemies' bullets do not discriminate". The sponsor provided an example of a successful female service member who had to meet the standards to become an Army Ranger and "then went on to command her infantry platoon, but she now has a lower physical standard than the men she is charged to lead". In April of 2025, the Trump Administration declared that “All entry?level and sustained physical fitness requirements within combat arms positions must be sex?neutral, based solely on the operational demands of the occupation and the readiness needed to confront any adversary.” Chapter 10 – Return to Peace through Strength – Section #2 – Modernize the Military: Republicans will ensure our Military is the most modern, lethal, and powerful Force in the World. We will invest in cutting-edge research and advanced technologies, including an Iron Dome Missile Defense Shield, support our Troops with higher pay, and get woke Leftwing Democrats fired as soon as possible. “I wouldn't want to have to tackle, as an example, Bryson, as a man. But I don't think a lot of women want to tackle him.” – President Donald J. Trump

Maintaining the Effectiveness of the US. Army Fighting Force by Establishing Gender-Neutral Fitness Standards for the Combat Fitness Test.

The "Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025" sponsored by Tom Cole (R-OK) helps avert a shutdown by extending government funding through December 20, 2024. The bill extends disaster relief and contains $230 million in additional funding for Secret Service in response to the two assassination attempts against President Trump. However, the bill does not include a GOP-backed provision requiring proof-of-citizenship when registering to vote. Chapter 9 – Government of, By and For the People – Section #6 – Republicans Will Ensure Election Integrity: We will implement measures to secure our Elections, including Voter ID, highly sophisticated paper ballots, proof of Citizenship, and same day Voting. We will not allow the Democrats to give Voting Rights to illegal Aliens. “If Republicans in the House, and Senate, don’t get absolute assurances on Election Security, THEY SHOULD, IN NO WAY, SHAPE, OR FORM, GO FORWARD WITH A CONTINUING RESOLUTION ON THE BUDGET (H.R. 9747).” – President Donald J. Trump 

Extending Government Funding without a Critical Provision to Strengthen Election Integrity or Other Fiscal Restraints Through the "Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025".

The "Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2023" sponsored by Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX) would prohibit the executive branch from using "enforcement slush funds," the practice where funds paid under settlement agreements are sent to third party groups rather than the federal government. According to the sponsor, the "historical record is littered with examples of these settlement funds not directed toward victims or taxpayer relief but rather toward unrelated and often partisan third-party groups". In 2017 the Trump DOJ issued a directive banning department from including payments to third-party groups in settlement agreements - effectively killing “slush?fund” payouts. Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Section #1 – Republicans Will Stop Woke and Weaponized Government: We will hold accountable those who have misused the power of Government to unjustly prosecute their Political Opponents. We will declassify Government records, root out wrongdoers, and fire corrupt employees.“We cannot continue to pour billions of dollars into failing colleges that do not prepare students for the real world.” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening Government Accountability by Ensuring Federal Settlement Funds are Not Sent to Third Party Groups through the "Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act".

The "No U.S. Financing for Iran Act of 2023" sponsored by Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) would prohibit the U.S. Treasury from issuing any licenses authorizing a U.S. financial institution to engage in transactions for trade with Iran, other than humanitarian aid benefitting Iranian citizens. The bill also requires the Secretary to oppose IMF assistance to Iran and prohibits "Special Drawing Rights" from being allocated to Iran. Chapter 10 – Return to Peace through Strength – Section #4 – Strengthen Economic, Military, and Diplomatic Capabilities: Republicans will strengthen Economic, Military, and Diplomatic capabilities to protect the American way of life from the malign influences of Countries that stand against us around the World. "The Iran sanctions have officially been cast. These are the most biting sanctions ever imposed… Anyone doing business with Iran will NOT be doing business with the United States. I am asking for WORLD PEACE, nothing less!" – President Donald J. Trump

Weakening the Economy of Iran and its Terrorist Supporters Through the "No U.S. Financing for Iran Act".

The "Alaska's Right to Produce Act of 2023" sponsored by Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN) would restore energy development on Alaska's North Slope. Specifically, the bill would reverse the Biden Department of the Interior (DOI)'s decision to prohibit oil and gas development on 13 million acres within the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) and also reinstates the leases that the Biden administration had cancelled within the non-wilderness Coastal Plain of the Artic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #1 – Unleash American Energy: Republicans will unleash Energy Production from all sources, including nuclear, to immediately slash Inflation and power American homes, cars, and factories with reliable, abundant, and affordable Energy. “We will blast through every bureaucratic hurdle to issue rapid approvals for new drilling, new pipelines, new refineries, new power plants, new electric plants, and reactors of all types.” – President Donald J. Trump

Expanding American Energy Production by Overturning the Biden Administration's Ban on Oil and Gas Production on Alaska's North Slope.

The "DHS Cybersecurity On-the-Job Training Program Act" sponsored by Rep. Shelia Jackson Lee (D-TX) would impose new mandates within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) which require employees holding non-cybersecurity positions within the department, to be trained in matters relating to cybersecurity. The bill requires the program curriculum to be consistent with the "National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Framework" and is expected to cost $1 million annually to implement (not including lost employee time). There are already countless existing initiatives surrounding cybersecurity across the federal government. President Trump's proposed FY 2026 budget included significant cuts to bloated cybersecurity-related bureaucracy, including a cut of nearly 20% to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the elimination of hundreds of positions. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth.

Growing Government Bureaucracy through the "DHS Cybersecurity On-the-Job Training Program Act".

The Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) amendment #57 to the "Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" reduces the salary of Deputy Assistant Administrator for Pesticide Programs, Ya-Wei (Jake) Li, to $1. According to the sponsor, despite Congress passing language requiring EPA to take USDA feedback into account when developing policy, Li developed a measure without USDA input on a herbicide strategy, which is expected to cost the industry upwards of $5.5 billion to comply with. Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Section #1 – Republicans Will Stop Woke and Weaponized Government: We will hold accountable those who have misused the power of Government to unjustly prosecute their Political Opponents. We will declassify Government records, root out wrongdoers, and fire corrupt employees. “We are reforming the bureaucracy to make it lean, responsive, and accountable. And we are ensuring our laws are enforced fairly.” – President Donald J. Trump

Holding Pesticide Administrator Ya-Wei Li Accountable for Circumventing the USDA by Slashing his Salary to $1.

The "Solidify Iran Sanctions Act of 2023" sponsored by Rep. Michelle Steel (R-CA) would eliminate a sunset clause in the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, thereby making permanent the requirement for the President to impose sanctions on certain individuals or entities engaged in specified transactions related to Iran's energy sector or Iran's efforts to acquire or develop certain weapons (such as chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons). According to the sponsor, "through this bipartisan, bicameral legislation, we can prevent Iran from possessing nuclear weapons and further jeopardizing global peace". Chapter 10 – Return to Peace through Strength – Section #4 – Strengthen Economic, Military, and Diplomatic Capabilities: Republicans will strengthen Economic, Military, and Diplomatic capabilities to protect the American way of life from the malign influences of Countries that stand against us around the World. "The Iran sanctions have officially been cast. These are the most biting sanctions ever imposed… Anyone doing business with Iran will NOT be doing business with the United States. I am asking for WORLD PEACE, nothing less!" – President Donald J. Trump

Making the Sanctions on Iran's Ability to Obtain a Nuclear Weapon Permanent by Eliminating the Sunset Clause in the "Iran Sanctions Act of 1996".

The "Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Enhancement Act" sponsored by Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) directs the National Park Service to assess the suitability and feasibility of adding the rest of Saratoga County and Washington County in New York to the "Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area" in New York. Areas which receive designation as National Heritage Areas receive additional federal funding. President Trump's FY 2026 budget slashed all funding for National Heritage Areas, cut the National Park Service operations budget by roughly $1 billion and suggested the transfer of some national park locations to state management. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth. “We will reclaim power from this unaccountable bureaucracy, and we will restore true democracy to America again. We’re ending trillions of dollars in waste, and it’ll mean much lower inflation; lower interest rates; lower payments on mortgages, credit cards, car loans; and much higher stock markets.” – President Donald J. Trump

Further Growing the Size and Scope of the Federal Government by Adding a Larger Region of New York's Saratoga and Washington Counties to the National Heritage Areas Act.

The "Transparency In Charges for Key Events Ticketing (TICKET) Act" sponsored by Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) requires the sellers of tickets for concerts, sporting events, performances and other events to disclose all fees and provide an itemization of costs. On March 31, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order “Combating Unfair Practices in the Live Entertainment Market” requiring price transparency at all stages, including the resale market. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Lower Everyday Costs: Republicans will reduce the Regulatory burden, lower Energy costs, and promote Economic Policies that drive down the cost of living and prices for everyday goods and services. “I didn’t know too much about it, but I checked it out, and this is a big problem.” – President Donald J. Trump

Increasing Transparency by Requiring Ticket Sellers to Disclose Fees for Events Through the "TICKET Act".

The Rep. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) amendment #1 to the "Prove It Act of 2024" would significantly weaken the underlying bill (which requires government agencies to assess and limit the direct and indirect costs of their rules and regulations). Instead, the amendment would strike all text and then just require rule-writing staff at agencies to be trained on the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act every four years. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking. “We are cutting regulations at a level that nobody has ever seen before.” – President Donald J. Trump

Subjecting Small Businesses to Draconian Regulations by Removing a Critical Check on the Regulatory Power of Unaccountable Bureaucrats by Amending the "Prove It Act".

The "Protect America's Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act" sponsored by Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX) would reestablish the "China Initiative" at the Department of Justice (DOJ), which the Biden administration ended in 2022. Under the bill, the program is renamed the "CCP Initiative" and will (1) counter nation-state threats to the United States; (2) curb spying by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on U.S. intellectual property and academic institutions; (3) identify and prosecute individuals engaged in trade secret theft, hacking, and economic espionage; and (4) protect U.S. critical infrastructure from foreign threats. Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #2 – Secure Strategic Independence from China: Republicans will revoke China’s Most Favored Nation status, phase out imports of essential goods, and stop China from buying American Real Estate and Industries. “We will follow two simple rules: buy American and hire American.” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening National Security and Intellectual Property Rights through the "Protect America's Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act".

The Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA) amendment #4 to the "DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act" would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress any institution of higher education that has a relationship with a Confucius Institute or Chinese entity of concern and receives funds from the Department of Homeland Security. According to the sponsor, "it is well documented that the CCP uses Confucius Institutes to disseminate their Communist propaganda, encourage censorship, and discourage academic freedom in the United States". Chapter 5 – Protect American Workers and Farmers from Unfair Trade – Section #2 – Secure Strategic Independence from China: Republicans will revoke China’s Most Favored Nation status, phase out imports of essential goods, and stop China from buying American Real Estate and Industries. “For years, the government of China has conducted illicit espionage to steal our industrial secrets, of which there are many. Today, I will issue a proclamation to better secure our nation’s vital university research and to suspend the entry of certain foreign nationals from China who we have identified as potential security risks.” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening National Security by Requiring DHS to Report which Colleges and Universities Have a Confucius Institute or Relations with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

The Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) amendment #1 to the "Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act" would prohibit warrantless searches of U.S. person communications in the FISA 702 database, with exceptions for imminent threats to life or bodily harm, consent searches, or known cybersecurity threat signatures. While Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) prohibits the NSA and FBI from "intentionally" targeting Americans through its mass surveillance, these agencies acquire a huge amount of innocent Americans' communications "incidentally." These agencies can then conduct backdoor, warrantless searches of these "incidentally collected" communications. This amendment would largely prevent American information from being collected without a warrant. Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #9: End the Weaponization of Government Against the American People. “We will dismantle any programs or operations that violate the constitutional rights of our citizens, including unwarranted surveillance. KILL FISA, IT WAS ILLEGALLY USED AGAINST ME, AND MANY OTHERS. THEY SPIED ON MY CAMPAIGN!!!” – President Donald J. Trump

Strengthening Civil Liberties and Fourth Amendment Protections by Limiting the Scope of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).

The Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) amendment #1 to the "Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21)" would weaken the underlying bill relating to digital asset (crypto) regulations by reducing the crowdfunding exemption from $75 million to $5 million. As a result, investors could only crowdfund up to $5 million for crypto before being forced to register and meet a series of additional regulations. According to the sponsor, the reduced cap represents the exemption level that is applied to other traditional investments. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #5 – Champion Innovation – Crypto: Republicans will end Democrats’ unlawful and unAmerican Crypto crackdown and oppose the creation of a Central Bank Digital Currency. We will defend the right to mine Bitcoin, and ensure every American has the right to self-custody of their Digital Assets, and transact free from Government Surveillance and Control. “We want to make sure American innovation stays at the forefront, and that includes technologies like blockchain.” – President Donald J. Trump

Imposing Greater Regulatory Burdens on the Crypto Industry by Reducing the Crowdfunding Exemption within the "Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act".

The "No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act" sponsored by Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI) would require any agreement on pandemic prevention or response reached by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be approved by a two-thirds majority of the U.S. Senate. According to the sponsor, the bill is aimed at protecting American sovereignty against the WHO. Support is Republican Governors Association's position as this measure helps ensure Americans remain in control over the public health policy of our nation and not globalist entities which do not place the interest of Americans first. Chapter 10 – Return to Peace through Strength – Section #1 – The National Interest: Republicans will promote a Foreign Policy centered on the most essential American Interests, starting with protecting the American Homeland, our People, our Borders, our Great American Flag, and our Rights under God. "So we paid $500 million to World Health when I was here and I terminated it… They offered me to come back for $39 million… I refused them… Pretty sad though. Think of it. China pays $39 million and we pay $500 million… Think of it." – President Donald J. Trump

Ensuring Americans Maintain Control over Public Health Policy and Not the World Health Organization Through the "No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act".

The "Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024" sponsored by Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX) would eliminate duplication in the permitting process for Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) exports and bypasses the "pause" the Biden administration imposed on LNG exports on January 26, 2024. Specifically, the bill eliminates the requirement for the Department of Energy to authorize LNG exports and instead give the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) sole authority over the approval process. As a result, the bill bypasses the specific provision used by the Biden administration to pause approvals of LNG exports. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #4 – Lower Everyday Costs: Republicans will reduce the Regulatory burden, lower Energy costs, and promote Economic Policies that drive down the cost of living and prices for everyday goods and services. “We’re going to get your energy prices down by 50%.” – President Donald J. Trump

Boosting American Energy Dominance by Circumventing a Biden Administration Ban on Liquid Natural Gas through the "Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act".

The "LEOSA Reform Act of 2024" sponsored by Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) broadens the authority for certain law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms across state lines. Specifically, the bill allows qualified active and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms and ammunition (including magazines) in school zones; in national parks; on state, local, or private property that is open to the public; and in certain federal facilities that are open to the public. Preamble – America First: A Return to Common Sense – Commitment #7: Defend our Constitution, our Bill of Rights, and our Fundamental Freedoms, including Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion and the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. “I feel that the gun?free zones… that’s target practice for the sickos and for the mentally ill. They look around for gun?free zones”. – President Donald J. Trump

Boosting Public Safety by Authorizing Active and Retired Law Enforcement Officers to Carry Concealed Firearms Across State Lines and in a Greater Range of So-Called "Gun Free Zones".

The "Allowing Contractors to Choose Employees for Select Skills (ACCESS) Act" sponsored by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) would prohibit minimum experience or educational requirements for proposed contractor personnel in government contract solicitations unless deemed necessary by the agency. In cases where such requirements are included, contracting officers must provide a written justification explaining why they are essential. Chapter 4 – Bring Back the American Dream and Make it Affordable Again for Families, Young People, and Everyone – Section #4 – Accessible Higher Education: To reduce the cost of Higher Education, Republicans will support the creation of additional, drastically more affordable alternatives to a traditional four-year College degree. “We cannot continue to pour billions of dollars into failing colleges that do not prepare students for the real world.” – President Donald J. Trump

Reducing Taxpayer Costs and Ensuring Contractors can Hire the Most Qualified Workers by Eliminating Minimum Experience and Educational Requirements.

The "Anti-BDS Labeling Act" sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY) would codify a Trump-era trade rule clarifying labeling requirements for goods and whether the item was imported from Israel, the Gaza Strip (Hamas-controlled), or the West Bank (independent of Israel). According to the sponsor, "American families should have this information in order to buy products that support Israel's economy - particularly in a time of war. Conversely, people should know if an item comes from a region controlled by terrorists that kidnapped and killed their fellow Americans." Chapter 8 – Bring Common Sense to Government and Renew the Pillars of American Civilization – Section #6 – Combat Antisemitism: Republicans condemn antisemitism, and support revoking Visas of Foreign Nationals who support terrorism and jihadism. We will hold accountable those who perpetrate violence against Jewish people. “We will continue to stand with Israel against the evil of Hamas, and we will take strong action against anyone who promotes or finances terrorism.” – President Donald J. Trump

Codifying a Trump-Era Trade Rule which Requires Labeling of Imported Goods from Israel and the Hamas-Controlled Gaza Strip through the "Anti-BDS Labeling Act".

The "Midnight Rules Relief Act" sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) allows Congress to disapprove multiple regulations under one joint resolution of disapproval if the regulations were submitted for review during the last 60 legislative days of the final year of a President's term. Currently, each joint resolution may disapprove of only one regulation. According to the sponsor, the bill "allows Congress to rein in unelected bureaucrats. Biden's bureaucrats imposed more than $1.34 trillion in regulations in 2024 alone." Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking. “We are cutting regulations at a level that nobody has ever seen before.” – President Donald J. Trump

Advancing the Elimination of $1.34 Trillion of Biden Administration Regulations through the "Midnight Rules Relief Act".

The Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) amendment #85 to the "Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" prohibits any funds within the bill from being used for "environmental justice activities". According to the sponsor, the amendment is necessary considering President Biden's Justice40 Initiative directs 40 percent of Federal clean energy and energy efficiency spending based on ethnicity, migrant status, and income status. This includes fifty million dollars which went to the Climate Justice Alliance, an entity which organized anti-Israel protests in the Capitol rotunda last year. Chapter 9 – Government Of, By, and For the People – Section #1 – Republicans Will Stop Woke and Weaponized Government: We will hold accountable those who have misused the power of Government to unjustly prosecute their Political Opponents. We will declassify Government records, root out wrongdoers, and fire corrupt employees. “We are reforming the bureaucracy to make it lean, responsive, and accountable. And we are ensuring our laws are enforced fairly.” – President Donald J. Trump

Prohibiting Taxpayer Funds from Being Expended on Politized "Environmental Justice Activities" Within the Department of Interior Appropriations Bill.

The "America's Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act of 2024" sponsored by Sen. Thomas Carper (D-DE) increases spending on several wildlife and conservation programs and reauthorizes them through 2030. A significant portion of the funding is directed towards non-profit organizations such as the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and certain quasi-government entities like the Chesapeake Bay Program. In February 2025, NFWF warned grantees funded through USDA and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) to halt active projects, due to broader USDA/FWS funding freezes under an executive mandate from President Trump to pause federal grants. President Trump's FY 2026 budget also made substantial cuts to FWS - particulary its granting. Chapter 1 – Defeat Inflation and Quickly Bring Down All Prices – Section #2 – Rein in Wasteful Federal Spending: Republicans will immediately stabilize the Economy by slashing wasteful Government spending and promoting Economic Growth. “We will reclaim power from this unaccountable bureaucracy, and we will restore true democracy to America again. We’re ending trillions of dollars in waste, and it’ll mean much lower inflation; lower interest rates; lower payments on mortgages, credit cards, car loans; and much higher stock markets.” – President Donald J. Trump 

Fueling Run-Away Spending and Enriching Government Favored Non-Profits Through the "America's Conservation Enhancement Reauthorization Act".

The "Fix Our Forests Act" sponsored by Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-AR) contains numerous provisions primarily designed to help reduce wildfires. Some key provisions include improved management of forests on federal land and expedited review of certain forest management projects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Additionally, the bill provides utility companies greater ability to remove vegetation which may damage powerlines, and also limits the ability of entities (primarily environmental groups) from advancing frivolous litigation. On March 1, 2025, Trump signed an executive order aimed at increasing timber production, streamlining forest projects, and reducing bureaucratic delays—objectives meant to complement and accelerate the aims of the Fix Our Forests Act. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking. “You’ve got to take care of the floors. You know, the floors of the forest—very important.” – President Donald J. Trump

Improving Federal Land Management and Reducing Wildfires through the "Fix Our Forests Act".

The Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) amendment #82 to the "Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025" prohibits the use of funds to take retaliatory actions against States that disagree with the EPA- mandated pollutant reduction goals. According to the sponsor, the amendment is in response to actions taken by the EPA in 2010 (known as the Chesapeake Bay TMDL) which seized the States' authority to determine their own method of compliance and threatened to take over the water quality plants. Chapter 3 – Build the Greatest Economy in History – Section #1 – Cut Regulations: Republicans will slash Regulations that stifle Jobs, Freedom, Innovation and make everything more expensive. We will implement Transparency and Common Sense in rulemaking. “We are cutting regulations at a level that nobody has ever seen before.” – President Donald J. Trump

Combatting Federal Overreach by Prohibiting the EPA from Taking Retaliatory Actions Against States that Disagree with the EPA's Mandated Pollutant Reduction Goals.

The Rep. Tom Tiffany (R-WI) amendment #58 to the "Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2025" prohibits the expenditure of funds to extend "temporary protected status" (TPS), for nationals of El Salvador. TPS is a tool provided by Congress that allows for the President, acting through the Department of Homeland Security, to allow foreign nationals to remain temporarily in the United States if conditions in their home country are too dangerous to send them back. According to the sponsor, "like so many immigration laws, this narrow authority has been repeatedly abused". The sponsor also noted that nationals of El Salvador have been granted TPS due to the aftermath of an earthquake in the country, but "here is the problem: That earthquake was in 2001, more than two decades ago." Upon taking office in January 2025, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem began rescinding Biden-era TPS extensions, including the protections for Salvadorans. Chapter 2 – Seal the Border, and Stop the Migrant Invasion – Section #3 – Begin Largest Deportation Program in American History: President Trump and Republicans will reverse the Democrats’ destructive Open Borders Policies that have allowed criminal gangs and Illegal Aliens from around the World to roam the United States without consequences. The Republican Party is committed to sending Illegal Aliens back home and removing those who have violated our Laws. “Why are we having all these people from shithole countries come here?” – President Donald J. Trump

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