What Happened in Congress on Thursday?

Thursday, December 18, 2025 — Full breakdown of congressional activity.

42 bills active 1 signed into law 2 advancing 1 votes recorded 21 D-sponsored 20 R-sponsored 1 I-sponsored

Signed into Law (1)

Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
S. 2283
A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 201 West Oklahoma Avenue in Guthrie, Oklahoma, as the "Oscar J. Upham Post Office".
Became Public Law No: 119-59.
Sponsor Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK] (R-OK) Introduced Jul 15, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional tributes, Government buildings, facilities, and property, Oklahoma, Postal service
1 cosponsor — including Markwayne Mullin

Advancing — Reported Out of Committee (2)

Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
S.Res. 571
A resolution remembering the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola and commemorating those who lost their lives, and those who were injured, in the line of duty.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8893; text: CR S8925-8926)
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional tributes, Crime victims, Florida, Military facilities and property, Military personnel and dependents, Terrorism, Violent crime
5 cosponsors — including Ashley Moody, Tommy Tuberville, Raphael G. Warnock and 2 more
Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
S.Res. 572
A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard and United States Army Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, who were killed in action in Palmyra, Syria, in a targeted assault against United States service members on December 13, 2025.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8893-8894; text: CR S8926)
Sponsor Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] (R-IA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Conflicts and wars, Congressional tributes, Middle East, Military personnel and dependents, National Guard and reserves, Syria, Terrorism
1 cosponsor — including Chuck Grassley

Roll-Call Votes Recorded (1)

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
S.J.Res. 82
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act".
Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
Sponsor Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME] (I-ME) Introduced Sep 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Administrative law and regulatory procedures, Congressional oversight, Department of Health and Human Services, Public participation and lobbying
37 cosponsors — including Ron Wyden, Angela D. Alsobrooks, Richard Blumenthal and 34 more

Committee Activity (36)

Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28]
H.R. 6841
PEERS Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28] (D-CA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Adrian Smith
Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
H.R. 6856
To impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation if the Government of the Russian Federation refuses to negotiate a peace agreement with Ukraine, violates any such agreement, or initiates another military invasion of Ukraine, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Ways and Means, Oversight and Government Reform, Energy and Commerce, and Rules, 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. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1] (R-PA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
19 cosponsors — including Gregory W. Meeks, Don Bacon, Steny H. Hoyer and 16 more
Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
H.R. 6858
Veteran Suicide Prevention Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsor Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2] (R-NY) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
6 cosponsors — including James A. Himes, Michael Lawler, Joe Neguse and 3 more
Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
H.R. 6866
Securing Smart Investments in our Ports Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Sponsor Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14] (R-OH) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
10 cosponsors — including Timothy M. Kennedy, Bill Huizenga, Frank J. Mrvan and 7 more
Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3]
H.R. 6869
To amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3] (D-NM) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]
H.R. 6874
Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Sponsor Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1] (R-KS) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
5 cosponsors — including Sharice Davids, Jay Obernolte, Salud O. Carbajal and 2 more
Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
H.R. 6875
To require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security to require a license for the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain integrated circuits, and for other purposes.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21] (R-FL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
24 cosponsors — including Bill Huizenga, John R. Moolenaar, Young Kim and 21 more
Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
H.R. 6877
Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, and House Administration, 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. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2] (D-MA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Raja Krishnamoorthi
Rep. Moskowitz, Jared [D-FL-23]
H.R. 6885
Veterans Pensions Protection Act of 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Sponsor Rep. Moskowitz, Jared [D-FL-23] (D-FL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
H.R. 6893
Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement for Training, Education, Restoration, and Science (WATERS) Act
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3] (D-VA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
6 cosponsors — including Robert J. Wittman, Jennifer A. Kiggans, Sarah Elfreth and 3 more
Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4]
H.R. 6900
American Affordability Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and 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. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4] (D-CA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
45 cosponsors — including John B. Larson, Danny K. Davis, Linda T. Sánchez and 42 more
Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
S. 3558
National Guard Protective Zone Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR] (R-AR) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Ted Budd
Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
S. 3559
A bill to desginate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in San Jose, California, as the "Corporal Patrick D. Tillman VA Clinic".
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Alex Padilla
Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]
S. 3560
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage of contraceptive items and services at no cost-sharing under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH] (D-NH) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Lisa Murkowski, Tammy Duckworth, Susan M. Collins
Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
S. 3561
Buy Now, Pay Later Protection Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S8923)
Sponsor Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (D-RI) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
4 cosponsors — including Chris Van Hollen, Richard Blumenthal, Kirsten E. Gillibrand and 1 more
Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
S. 3562
Disclosing Investments in Foreign Adversaries Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including John Fetterman
Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
S. 3563
A bill to require the Secretary of Defense assess and, as appropriate, implement open technical standards for digital content provenance, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsor Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (D-MI) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Joni Ernst
Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ]
S. 3564
NIH Clinical Trial Integrity Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sponsor Sen. Kim, Andy [D-NJ] (D-NJ) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Susan M. Collins
Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
S. 3565
SUCCESS for BEAD Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS] (R-MS) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Shelley Moore Capito
Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
S. 3566
A bill to withdraw normal trade relations treatment with respect to the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sponsor Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
S. 3567
A bill to authorize the President of the United States to issue letters of marque and reprisal with respect to acts of aggression against the United States by a member of a cartel, or a member of a cartel-linked organization, or any conspirator associated with a cartel, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsor Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (R-UT) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
S. 3568
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide individuals approved for naturalization with the right to complete the naturalization process, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
S. 3569
A bill to establish a Federal multi-agency task force to combat illegal importation, distribution, and sale of e-cigarettes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S8924)
Sponsor Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Thomas Tillis
Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
S. 3570
Data Care Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] (D-HI) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
12 cosponsors — including Jeff Merkley, Christopher Murphy, Tammy Baldwin and 9 more
Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
S. 3571
A bill to limit the authority of U.S. Border Patrol personnel to their traditional border security duties, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT] (D-CT) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Adam B. Schiff
Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
S. 3572
Roadway Safety Modernization Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (R-AR) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Alex Padilla, Cindy Hyde-Smith
Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]
S. 3573
A bill to amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM] (D-NM) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Martin Heinrich
Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]
S. 3574
A bill to prohibit United States courts from recognizing, enforcing, or giving effect to any judgment, order, decree, or provisional measure issued by a court of the People's Republic of China in a proceeding motivated by retaliation for lawful acts, including political speech.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO] (R-MO) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]
S. 3575
NCUA Central Liquidity Facility Enhancements Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] (D-CA) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Kevin Cramer
Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
S. 3576
PREPARE Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] (D-CO) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
S. 3577
Auto Theft Prevention Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsor Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE] (D-DE) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
2 cosponsors — including Bernie Moreno, Jacky Rosen
Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
S. 3578
Financial Stability Oversight Council Improvement Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sponsor Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD] (R-SD) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
3 cosponsors — including Gary C. Peters, Ruben Gallego, David McCormick
Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
S. 3579
Bycatch Reduction and Research Act of 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sponsor Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK] (R-AK) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Lisa Murkowski
Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
S.Res. 568
A resolution recognizing the schools selected as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2025 and celebrating the history of the Blue Ribbon Schools Program.
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S8924)
Sponsor Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Tammy Duckworth
Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
S.Res. 569
A resolution expressing support for declaring 2026 the "Year of Math" in the United States.
Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S8924-8925)
Sponsor Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] (D-CO) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
1 cosponsor — including Shelley Moore Capito
Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
S.Res. 573
A resolution expressing the need for the United States continued leadership on matters of religious freedom.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S8926-8927)
Sponsor Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] (R-ID) Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Congress 119th Congress
13 cosponsors — including Ted Budd, David McCormick, Mike Crapo and 10 more

Newly Introduced (2)

Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
S. 2393
Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (R-KS) Introduced Jul 23, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Building construction, Government buildings, facilities, and property, Missouri, Veterans' medical care
1 cosponsor — including Richard Blumenthal
Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
S. 3436
Caring for Veterans and Strengthening National Security Act
Held at the desk.
Sponsor Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (R-KS) Introduced Dec 11, 2025 Congress 119th Congress Policy Areas Congressional oversight, Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad, Health care coverage and access, Health technology, devices, supplies, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Palau, Postal service, Prescription drugs, Transportation costs, Veterans' medical care
9 cosponsors — including Brian Schatz, Roger F. Wicker, Mazie K. Hirono and 6 more

Get Weekly Congressional Recaps

Don't miss what Congress is doing. We'll send you a weekly summary of all legislative movement, new bills, and roll-call votes — straight to your inbox.

Subscribe Free