This Week's Update 01.17.25
Updated: Jun 20, 2025
This Week in Congress
Senate: The Senate began the confirmation process for President Trump’s cabinet picks by holding hearings with nominees.
House: The House was in session and organized Committees for the 119th Congress.
Biden Administration: In their final week, the Biden Administration was busy issuing several rules. The rules include the next 15 drugs selected for Medicare Drug Price Negotiations, a Food and Drug Administration ban of red dye 40, limiting drilling in Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve, and a proposed change to the de minimis import process.
Next Week in Congress
Senate: The Senate is expected to continue processing President Trump’s cabinet nominations.
House: The House is expected to consider the Fix Our Forests Act (H.R.417)
Trump Administration: On January 20, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. He is expected to sign a significant number of Executive Orders on Day One and potentially in the days immediately following.