Congressional Record — July 14, 2025

Overview of the day

The House held a Special Order hour to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis on the fifth anniversary of his passing. In the Senate, legislation was considered and passed to establish a national advisory council for manufacturing.

Summary of the House proceedings

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus and other representatives held a Special Order hour to honor the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis.
The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act was mentioned as a necessary piece of legislation to restore and modernize voting protections.
The Break the Cycle of Violence Act was mentioned in the context of carrying forward the legacy of John Lewis.
The Freedom to Vote Act was mentioned as a means to end discriminatory practices and increase voting access.
The For the People Act was mentioned as legislation aimed at ending voter suppression.

Summary of Senate proceedings

(Public Law Not Provided) S. 433 was passed, which requires the Secretary of Commerce to establish the National Manufacturing Advisory Council within the Department of Commerce to provide a forum for communication between the Federal Government and the manufacturing sector.
S. 433 had 1 amendment proposed to it.