What Happened in Congress on Tuesday?

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 — Full breakdown of congressional activity.

58 bills active 4 advancing 25 D-sponsored 32 R-sponsored 1 I-sponsored

Advancing — Reported Out of Committee (4)

Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
S.Res. 282
A resolution commemorating June 17, 2025, as the tenth anniversary of the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3413-3414; text: CR S3438-3439)
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC] (R-SC) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Commemorative events and holidays, Congressional tributes, Crime victims, Religion, South Carolina, Violent crime
2 cosponsors — including Lindsey Graham, Marsha Blackburn
Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
S.Res. 284
A resolution designating June 10, 2025, as "DACOR Bacon House Bicentennial Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3442; text: CR S3440-3441)
Sponsor Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (D-RI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Commemorative events and holidays, Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad, District of Columbia, Historic sites and heritage areas, U.S. history
1 cosponsor — including Roger F. Wicker
Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
S.Res. 285
A resolution designating July 16, 2025, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3442; text: CR S3441)
Sponsor Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (R-SC) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Cancer, Commemorative events and holidays, Health promotion and preventive care
9 cosponsors — including Mark Kelly, Tim Scott, Christopher A. Coons and 6 more
Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
S.Res. 286
A resolution recognizing the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3442; text: CR S3441-3442)
Sponsor Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (R-TX) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Commemorative events and holidays, Congressional tributes, Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents, U.S. history
1 cosponsor — including Ted Cruz

Committee Activity (53)

Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large]
H.R. 3720
HOME Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Sponsor Del. King-Hinds, Kimberlyn [R-MP-At Large] (R-MP) Introduced Jun 04, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
8 cosponsors — including Derrick Van Orden, James C. Moylan, Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen and 5 more
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
H.R. 3753
Expanding Access for Online Veteran Students Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Sponsor Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6] (R-AZ) Introduced Jun 05, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
14 cosponsors — including Greg Stanton, Derrick Van Orden, Michael Lawler and 11 more
Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12]
H.R. 4017
American Royalties Too Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12] (D-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Judy Chu, Deborah K. Ross
Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4]
H.R. 4019
Gio’s Law
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4] (D-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
6 cosponsors — including Andrew R. Garbarino, Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Zachary Nunn and 3 more
Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4]
H.R. 4020
To authorize the Secretary of Defense to enter into arrangements with institutions of higher education to provide dual or concurrent enrollment programs for students enrolled in schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4] (R-AL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2]
H.R. 4021
Patriotism Not Pride Act
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2] (R-OK) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
6 cosponsors — including Mary E. Miller, Mike Collins, Paul A. Gosar and 3 more
Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
H.R. 4022
Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24] (D-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors — including Don Bacon, Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Mike Levin and 2 more
Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
H.R. 4023
American Dream for All Act
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Sponsor Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24] (D-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Eleanor Holmes Norton
Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
H.R. 4024
Filling Public Safety Vacancies Act
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24] (D-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Don Bacon, Brian K. Fitzpatrick, Zachary Nunn
Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
H.R. 4025
Energy Transitions Initiative Authorization Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1] (D-HI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Jared Huffman
Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
H.R. 4026
POST Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9] (D-TN) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]
H.R. 4028
Stabilize Medicaid and CHIP Coverage Act
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6] (D-MI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Frank Pallone
Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]
H.R. 4029
To provide for an emergency increase in Federal funding to State Medicaid programs for expenditures on home and community-based services.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6] (D-MI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Sharice Davids, Josh Riley
Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2]
H.R. 4030
Treatment Continuity Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2] (R-FL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Darren Soto, Aaron Bean, Eugene Simon Vindman
Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
H.R. 4031
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13] (D-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Maria Elvira Salazar
Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]
H.R. 4032
Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4] (R-IA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies, Internet, web applications, social media, Rural conditions and development, Telephone and wireless communication, User charges and fees
23 cosponsors — including Teresa Leger Fernandez, Tracey Mann, Harold Rogers and 20 more
Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
H.R. 4034
Protect the Permian Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23] (R-TX) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Hoyle, Val T. [D-OR-4]
H.R. 4035
Wall Street Tax Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsor Rep. Hoyle, Val T. [D-OR-4] (D-OR) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
8 cosponsors — including Adam Smith, Pramila Jayapal, James P. McGovern and 5 more
Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7]
H.R. 4036
No Shorting America Act
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Sponsor Rep. Kean, Thomas H. [R-NJ-7] (R-NJ) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Angie Craig
Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26]
H.R. 4037
Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act.
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26] (D-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
12 cosponsors — including Zachary Nunn, Donald G. Davis, Summer L. Lee and 9 more
Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15]
H.R. 4040
SALONS Stories Act
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15] (R-FL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Debbie Dingell
Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5]
H.R. 4041
To exempt certain forest management activities in Yosemite National Park from requirements of section 102 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5] (R-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Doug LaMalfa
Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7]
H.R. 4042
STATES Act
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7] (R-GA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Tony Wied, Abraham J. Hamadeh, Pat Harrigan
Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
H.R. 4043
Line 5 Act
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2] (R-MI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Jack Bergman, Tim Walberg, John James
Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1]
H.R. 4044
Foundation for America’s Public Lands Reauthorization Act
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. Moore, Blake D. [R-UT-1] (R-UT) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Joe Neguse, Susie Lee, Eugene Simon Vindman and 4 more
Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
H.R. 4045
Vietnam Veteran Commemoration Fund Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] (D-CO) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
4 cosponsors — including Joe Wilson, Juan Ciscomani, Brian K. Fitzpatrick and 1 more
Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3]
H.R. 4046
Cybersecurity in Agriculture Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
Sponsor Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3] (R-IA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Donald G. Davis
Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1]
H.R. 4047
Coastal Communities Ocean Acidification Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Sponsor Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1] (D-ME) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
15 cosponsors — including James C. Moylan, Jennifer L. McClellan, Kathy Castor and 12 more
Rep. Rivas, Luz M. [D-CA-29]
H.R. 4048
STEM Pathways for the Future Act
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Rivas, Luz M. [D-CA-29] (D-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Employment and training programs, Higher education, Science and engineering education
8 cosponsors — including Cleo Fields, Terri A. Sewell, Shri Thanedar and 5 more
Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
H.R. 4049
Employer-Directed Skills Act
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21] (R-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
H.R. 4050
Advancing Skills-Based Hiring Act of 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Sponsor Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21] (R-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
H.R. 4051
Addressing Hostile and Antisemitic Conduct by the Republic of South Africa Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17] (R-FL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
H.R. 4052
Employment Abundance Act
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15] (D-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]
H.R. 4053
Stop Funding Rioters Act
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
Sponsor Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24] (R-TX) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Mary E. Miller
Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
H.Res. 517
Congratulating St. Joseph's Hospital of Savannah, Georgia, upon its 150th anniversary.
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsor Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1] (R-GA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
H.Res. 520
Recognizing the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sponsor Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11] (R-TX) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Commemorative events and holidays, Congressional tributes, Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents, U.S. history
10 cosponsors — including Jodey C. Arrington, Jake Ellzey, Lance Gooden and 7 more
Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
H.Res. 521
Standing with Israel as it works to dismantle Iran's nuclear enrichment capabilities and defends itself against Iranian attacks on civilians.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24] (R-NY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
31 cosponsors — including Brad Sherman, Elise M. Stefanik, Josh Gottheimer and 28 more
Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
H.Res. 522
Recognizing that Adriana Smith and her family's prolonged ordeal without their consent is the direct result of the Black maternal health crisis, the danger of laws that give rights to fetuses and take them away from pregnant people, and anti-abortion laws that continue to harm people who can become pregnant.
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsor Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5] (D-GA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Sara Jacobs, Ayanna Pressley
Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
S. 2086
Health Marketplace for All Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sponsor Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (R-KY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Cynthia M. Lummis
Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
S. 2087
No War Against Iran Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsor Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (I-VT) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
7 cosponsors — including Peter Welch, Elizabeth Warren, Jeff Merkley and 4 more
Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
S. 2088
Firearm Destruction Licensure Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
S. 2089
Sturgeon Conservation and Sustainability Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Aquaculture, Endangered and threatened species, Fishes, Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
S. 2090
Budget Reform Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget.
Sponsor Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS] (R-KS) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL]
S. 2091
Restoring Lethality Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL] (R-AL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]
S. 2092
REFOCUS DODEA Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN] (R-IN) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
4 cosponsors — including Elissa Slotkin, Jon Husted, Mark Kelly and 1 more
Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
S. 2093
Bicycles for Rural African Transport Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3437)
Sponsor Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
S. 2094
Basis Shifting is a Rip-off Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (D-OR) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
S. 2095
PARTNERSHIPS Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (D-OR) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
S. 2096
Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (D-RI) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
12 cosponsors — including Joni Ernst, Angus S., Jr. King, Jeff Merkley and 9 more
Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT]
S. 2097
COVID–19 Military Backpay Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Sheehy, Tim [R-MT] (R-MT) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
S. 2099
Restore Prescription Drugs Discount Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (R-KY) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN]
S. 2101
Delivering Digitally to Our Veterans Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN] (R-IN) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Mazie K. Hirono
Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
S.Res. 281
A resolution commemorating the 95th anniversary of the enactment of the Tariff Act of 1930.
Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S3437-3438)
Sponsor Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] (D-WA) Introduced Jun 17, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Jeanne Shaheen, Peter Welch, Amy Klobuchar

Newly Introduced (1)

Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
S. 1467
Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (D-RI) Introduced Apr 10, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Consumer credit, Financial services and investments, Housing finance and home ownership, Real estate business, Right of privacy
45 cosponsors — including Bill Hagerty, Chris Van Hollen, Thomas Tillis and 42 more

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