Congressional Record — December 1, 2025

Overview of the day

The House of Representatives conducted proceedings on December 1, 2025, which included the passage of legislation related to pediatric cancer research and the relief of human trafficking survivors. Additionally, the House held a Special Order hour focused on the affordability of healthcare and the upcoming expiration of Affordable Care Act tax credits.

Summary of the House proceedings

H.R. 1262 was passed, which amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act regarding molecularly targeted pediatric cancer investigations and extends the Priority Review Voucher Program for rare pediatric diseases.
H.R. 4323 was passed, which provides for the vacating of certain convictions and expungement of certain arrests for victims of human trafficking.
A Special Order hour was held by the Congressional Black Caucus to discuss the impact of the potential expiration of Affordable Care Act enhanced premium tax credits on millions of Americans.

Summary of Senate proceedings

There was no Senate activity on this date.