Q3 2025 Legislative Update

This edition highlights federal policy developments from July 1 to September 30, 2025, including analysis of 126 congressional bills and over 400 Federal Register notices with implications for Tribal Nations.

As in previous quarters, the administration continued to rely on executive action as a key policy advancement tool, issuing 43 new executive orders this quarter and bringing the total to 209 executive orders issued between Q1 and Q3. These actions reflect a continued focus on technology infrastructure, permitting reform, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as national priorities. While intended to advance national modernization efforts, these actions also bring renewed attention to the federal government’s enduring Trust and Treaty Responsibilities to Tribal Nations, highlighting the importance of consultation and collaboration in federal decision-making