Rep. Gregory W. Meeks

Maddy summaryThis bill makes federal funding for the WIC program mandatory by requiring Congress to appropriate necessary funds annually for fiscal year 2026 and each subsequent year. It removes discretionary language from WIC funding requirements and clarifies that eligible participants must be served without participation limits. The bill directly affects low-income pregnant women, new mothers, and young children who rely on WIC for nutrition assistance, ensuring continued access to critical food, health, and education services.

Maddy summaryHR 5720, the Federal Worker Childcare Protection Act of 2025, would provide reimbursement to federal employees who face a pay gap during a government funding lapse (starting October 1, 2025) while paying for childcare. It directly affects federal workers who are furloughed or working without pay during such a lapse. Employees would receive reimbursement for childcare costs if they provide documentation, such as receipts from a childcare provider, to the General Services Administration. This reimbursement is subject to available congressional appropriations and does not guarantee payment.

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 240 Main Street in Northport, New York, as the "Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Nate Bruckenthal Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 47 Echo Avenue in Miller Place, New York, as the "Christopher Pendergast Post Office Building".

Maddy summaryHRES 768 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. on its 118th anniversary. The resolution formally recognizes the fraternity's founding in 1906, its mission of promoting leadership and academic excellence, and its service to communities across the globe. It specifically commends the organization for its historical role in civil rights advocacy and community programs like voter engagement and youth education initiatives. This resolution has no policy impact - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the House of Representatives to the fraternity.

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 170 Main Street in Westhampton Beach, New York, as the "Jolly 51 Memorial Post Office Building".

Maddy summaryHR 5508, the Mortgage Insurance Freedom Act, stops the government from collecting annual mortgage insurance premiums on FHA-insured mortgages once the remaining loan balance falls to 78% or less of the home's original purchase price or appraised value. It directly affects homeowners with FHA loans who reach this balance threshold, eliminating their annual insurance payments. The bill requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to create a process for homeowners to prove their loan balance meets the 78% threshold and to conduct outreach about this change. An exception applies if the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund's capital ratio drops below 2%, temporarily keeping premiums in effect for certain mortgages. This applies only to mortgages endorsed for FHA insurance after the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health plans and insurers to create a clear, timely process for patients or doctors to request exceptions when step therapy protocols (which force patients to try cheaper drugs first) might harm them. It mandates approval for exceptions in six specific cases, such as when prior treatments failed, delaying care risks severe harm, or the required drug causes adverse reactions. Plans must respond within 72 hours (24 hours for emergencies) and cover the requested drug for at least one year if approved. Additionally, health plans must report annual data on exception requests, approvals, denials, and reasons to the government for transparency.

Maddy summaryHRES 746 is a non-binding resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives condemning all political violence - including attacks on elected officials, candidates, and public figures - and rejecting rhetoric that dehumanizes opponents. It specifically urges law enforcement to investigate and prosecute such violence, calls on public officials and media to avoid inflammatory language, and references recent incidents like the 2025 assassination of activist Charlie Kirk and targeted shootings of Minnesota legislators. The resolution does not create new laws but formally expresses the House’s commitment to protecting public servants and promoting peaceful political discourse. It directly affects the House’s public stance and serves as a call to action for officials, media, and communities to foster civil engagement.

Maddy summaryThe Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act of 2025 requires U.S. colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to create and distribute clear anti-harassment policies covering harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, or religion. These policies must explicitly prohibit harassment in all settings - including online, on campus, off-campus housing, and during school-sponsored activities - and outline reporting procedures and support services for victims. The bill also establishes a $50 million annual grant program to fund schools developing prevention programs, victim support services, or staff/student training on recognizing and addressing harassment. Grants are competitive, require annual reporting on effectiveness, and must be used to improve existing efforts without replacing existing civil rights laws like Title IX.