Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the memory of Corey Comperatore, a veteran and volunteer firefighter from Sarver, Pennsylvania, who passed away on July 13, 2024. It formally acknowledges his service to his community and country while mourning his loss as a husband, father, and hero. The House of Representatives is asked to express its condolences and celebrate his life through this commemorative measure.

Maddy summaryThis bill prevents the National Science Foundation from stopping or dismantling the Ocean Observatories Initiative instruments located off the coasts of Oregon, Washington, Alaska, North Carolina, and in the Irminger Sea. It requires the agency to conduct a thorough review of the program with input from scientists and coastal communities before any such actions can occur. Until that review is finished, the bill mandates that the initiative continue operating normally in all areas where instruments were previously removed. The legislation directly affects the federal funding and operational status of this specific scientific research network.

Maddy summaryThe Bear Poaching Elimination Act prohibits the import, export, and interstate trade of bear internal organs and products, aiming to stop the commercial demand that drives poaching. This law specifically targets items like gallbladders used in traditional medicine and cosmetics, while explicitly excluding blood and brains from the ban. The legislation applies to individuals, businesses, and government entities, with exceptions only for wildlife law enforcement and specific Native American traditional rituals. Violations can result in criminal prison time, civil fines up to $25,000 per offense, and the seizure of the illegal items. The bill also requires the Secretary of the Interior to continue international discussions to reduce the global trade in bear parts.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to submit a report within 180 days detailing its progress on logging cybersecurity incidents according to specific federal standards. The report must identify any missing guidance, policies, or resources that prevent the department from meeting these logging requirements and offer recommendations to fix these gaps. Additionally, the department must publish a public summary of the findings and provide a briefing to congressional committees within 30 days of submitting the full report.

Maddy summaryThe Jewish American Security Act aims to combat antisemitism by strengthening protections for Jewish students, securing Jewish communities, and increasing transparency regarding online hate speech. For educational institutions receiving federal funds, the bill mandates the creation of specific coordinators to handle discrimination complaints, requires annual training on handling antisemitism, and establishes a new federal clearinghouse to share best practices for campus safety. To support physical security, the legislation expands grant funding for nonprofit organizations and directs the Attorney General to provide resources for law enforcement agencies protecting houses of worship. Additionally, the act requires major online platforms with over 50 million monthly users to submit detailed reports to the Federal Trade Commission on how they detect, remove, and moderate antisemitic content.

Maddy summaryThe Federal Jobs for STARs Act of 2026 aims to increase hiring opportunities for individuals in the federal workforce who have gained skills through alternative routes like military service, apprenticeships, or community colleges rather than traditional four-year degrees. It requires the Office of Personnel Management to restrict agencies from mandating bachelor's degrees unless absolutely necessary and to create a specific section on federal job websites dedicated to these candidates. Additionally, the bill mandates a study to explore funding options, such as scholarships and tuition assistance, to help current federal employees with these backgrounds pursue further education.

Maddy summaryThe No PFAS in Cosmetics Act prohibits the sale of cosmetics in the United States if they contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances. This ban specifically targets fluorinated chemicals that manufacturers add to products for a functional or technical purpose, as well as certain breakdown products of those chemicals. The regulation will take effect on January 1, 2027, applying to all cosmetic products and their packaging. Additionally, the bill repeals a previous provision from the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 to ensure consistency with this new restriction.

Maddy summaryThe Keep Food Containers Safe from PFAS Act of 2026 prohibits the sale of food packaging that contains intentionally added PFAS chemicals starting on January 1, 2027. This law directly impacts manufacturers and distributors by banning the introduction of such packaging into interstate commerce. The bill specifically defines PFAS as a group of fluorinated organic chemicals that include at least one fully fluorinated methyl or methylene carbon atom. By amending the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the legislation ensures that food containers sold across state lines will not include these specific substances.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the National Service Animals Monument Location Act, directs the placement of a specific commemorative monument within the National Service Animals Reserve. It overrides previous legal restrictions to ensure the monument is situated inside this designated reserve rather than elsewhere. The legislation directly affects federal land management by specifying the exact location for this memorial project.

Maddy summaryThe Spot the Fakes Act requires owners of AI-generated content to label videos, images, audio, and text as artificial intelligence using metadata or other technological verification methods. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with enforcing this requirement and can penalize violations as unfair or deceptive acts under existing federal law. Additionally, the bill mandates that the FTC work with the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish specific disclosure rules within six months of enactment. This legislation directly impacts creators and platforms distributing AI content to ensure transparency about the origin of digital media.