Rep. Jay Obernolte

Maddy summaryThis bill would add pharmacist services to Medicare Part B coverage for beneficiaries, specifically covering pharmacist-led testing and treatment for illnesses like flu, COVID-19, or strep throat during public health emergencies. It defines covered services as those performed under state law, often requiring collaboration with a physician, and sets payment at 80% of the lesser of the actual charge or 85% of physician payment rates. Pharmacists would be prohibited from balance billing for these services, ensuring Medicare beneficiaries pay only their standard copayment. The changes would take effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the U.S. Mint to produce commemorative $5 gold and $1 silver coins marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The coins must feature designs honoring victims and first responders (including the inscription "Never Forget") and will be sold only during 2027-2028. All surcharges ($35 per gold coin, $10 per silver coin) collected from sales will fund the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center, with no net cost to the federal government. The coins are legal tender but primarily intended for collectors, not circulation.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates May 2026 as National Wildfire Preparedness Month to raise awareness about wildfire risks and promote safety measures. The bill directly affects communities across the United States, including federal, state, local, and Tribal governments, as well as nongovernmental organizations. It encourages educational initiatives and community programming focused on preventative actions like home hardening, vegetation management, evacuation planning, and reducing human-caused ignitions. The measure aims to increase knowledge of lifesaving practices and support resources that help residents prepare for wildfire hazards and mitigate their impact.

Maddy summaryThe CAL Repayment Act requires states to immediately use any federal funds received for unemployment insurance to repay outstanding advances before spending them on other purposes. This rule applies to all states and mandates that they make these repayments within five business days of the funds becoming available. If a state fails to follow this order and uses the money elsewhere first, it must return the full amount to the federal government within five days of being notified. The law takes effect for any unemployment insurance funds awarded after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill would amend federal law to strengthen penalties for organized retail crime by expanding definitions of theft to include digital goods, gift cards, and setting a $5,000 aggregate value threshold for charges over a 12-month period. It would establish a new "Organized Retail and Supply Chain Crime Coordination Center" under Homeland Security to coordinate Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement efforts against cross-jurisdictional theft groups. The Center would share information with retailers, transportation companies, and law enforcement agencies, track crime trends, and produce annual reports on organized retail crime. This legislation directly affects retailers, supply chain businesses, and law enforcement agencies, while targeting organized crime groups responsible for a 93% increase in larceny incidents and rising safety concerns for retail employees. The bill aims to address significant financial losses and supply chain disruptions noted in the National Retail Federation's 2023 data.

Maddy summaryThe UNLEADED Act directs the Federal Aviation Administration to create an education program for general aviation pilots, flight schools, and other aviation professionals regarding new unleaded aviation gasoline. This program will provide information on fuel compatibility, safety, purchasing availability, and any federal incentives, while also establishing a public tracking system for fuel authorization status. Additionally, the bill requires the FAA to coordinate annual training for fixed-base operators to ensure staff understand the differences between fuel types and their impact on aircraft. The initiative is set to run until December 31, 2036, with the FAA required to report progress to Congress on the program's implementation and fuel sales data.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the National Quantum Initiative Reauthorization Act, extends and expands the existing National Quantum Initiative through December 2032. It broadens the initiative's focus from "science" to "science, engineering, and technology" across federal agencies like NIST, NSF, DOE, and NASA, emphasizing the development of quantum applications, commercialization, and a robust domestic quantum industry. Key

Maddy summaryHR 2488 designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 3817 Marysville Boulevard in Sacramento, California, as the "Grantland Johnson Post Office." This bill updates all federal references in laws, maps, and documents to use the new name for that specific location. It directly affects the postal service facility and any federal records mentioning it. The bill is purely procedural, with no policy changes or financial impacts beyond the name designation.

Maddy summaryHR 4214 requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to publish final implementing regulations and guidance for new or revised national air quality standards at the same time as the standards themselves. This affects developers seeking preconstruction permits for facilities like factories or power plants, as the new standards cannot be applied to permit reviews until the EPA provides this guidance. The bill also includes a specific provision delaying the application of the 2024 PM2.5 air quality standard to certain permit applications if they meet timing conditions related to the EPA's final designation of affected areas. It does not change the air quality standards or pollution limits themselves, but ensures permit applicants receive clear guidance alongside new rules. The bill focuses on procedural timing for EPA rulemaking to streamline the permitting process.

Maddy summaryThe American Leadership in AI Act establishes a new Center for AI Standards and Innovation at the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop voluntary guidelines and testing methods for ensuring artificial intelligence systems are safe, secure, and reliable. It creates a large National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource to provide researchers and students with access to advanced computing power and data, while also launching prize competitions to solve specific challenges in areas like national security and health care. The bill mandates that every federal agency appoint a full-time Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer to oversee responsible AI use and requires the development of federal standards for AI procurement and security. Additionally, the legislation strengthens penalties for financial crimes committed using AI, protects workers who report AI safety violations from retaliation, and expands educational programs to improve AI literacy among K-12 students and the broader workforce.