Rep. Chrissy Houlahan

Maddy summaryThe National Housing Emergency Act of 2026 directs the President to declare a national housing emergency and expand the Defense Production Act to increase the supply of domestic materials for construction. During this declared emergency, the bill suspends various federal environmental reviews and regulations that affect housing development, while also establishing a minimum residential code standard based on the 2009 International Residential Code. A key provision creates a "Pro-Growth Requirement" that conditions federal block grant funding on local governments demonstrating positive housing growth and implementing specific zoning changes, such as allowing higher-density housing or reducing parking mandates. The emergency period ends either when four million additional housing units are built or rehabilitated, or by October 1, 2031, whichever occurs first.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first admission of women to the United States service academies in 1976. It specifically honors the pioneering female cadets and midshipmen of the Class of 1980 who entered West Point, Annapolis, the Air Force Academy, and the Coast Guard Academy. The bill recognizes the challenges these early women faced and their role in establishing gender integration within military training institutions. Additionally, it encourages the service academies to continue documenting and preserving the history of women's leadership in the Armed Forces.

Maddy summaryThe Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026 would classify consumer products containing nitrous oxide as banned hazardous items under federal law, except for specific exceptions. The bill prohibits the sale of nitrous oxide products for recreational use while allowing continued sales for medical and dental treatments, food production in commercial kitchens, research and development activities, and food propellant applications. This legislation directly affects manufacturers, retailers, and consumers by restricting access to nitrous oxide in consumer products after 180 days from enactment. The law defines nitrous oxide as the gas known as laughing gas or whippits and specifies which entities and activities are exempt from the ban.

Maddy summaryHR 10197 requires companies that synthesize or sell nucleic acids and related equipment to implement administrative and technical protocols for verifying buyer identities and assessing the purpose of purchases. The bill mandates that these entities refuse sales if a sequence is on a government-maintained list of high-risk materials and report any suspected misuse that threatens national security or public safety. The Secretary of Commerce is tasked with establishing this list, issuing guidance on compliance best practices, and enforcing the rules through inspections and civil penalties of up to $750,000 per violation. Additionally, the legislation preempts conflicting state laws regarding sequence screening while preserving state authority over areas such as consumer protection and public health.

Maddy summaryThe Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 imposes comprehensive economic restrictions on the Russian Federation, including blocking assets of government officials, state-owned financial institutions, and entities supporting the defense sector. The bill prohibits new U.S. investments in Russia, bans the purchase of Russian sovereign debt, and restricts the importation of uranium and energy products from the country. Additionally, it authorizes the imposition of tariffs up to 500 percent on goods imported directly from Russia and up to 100 percent on goods from foreign nations that continue to purchase significant volumes of Russian crude oil or natural gas. The legislation also extends the Iran Sanctions Act through 2031 and includes a five-year sunset provision for the new measures, subject to specific humanitarian and safety exceptions.

Maddy summaryThe Military Readiness Through Resilient Lands Act amends the Sikes Act to require the Department of Defense to develop standardized metrics for assessing natural resources on military installations, with a focus on mission readiness, climate resilience, and community safety. The bill mandates the use of advanced technologies, such as remote sensing and artificial intelligence, to collect data on biodiversity, water quality, wildfire risk, and other ecosystem services. Military leaders must use this data to set measurable goals for maintaining or improving environmental conditions and to regularly update their integrated natural resources management plans. Additionally, the Secretary of Defense is required to submit reports to Congress every five years detailing progress in implementing these metrics and how they streamline environmental permitting processes.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the National Guard Bureau and the Corporation for National and Community Service to create a pilot program that combines military service with national service activities. The program aims to protect critical infrastructure like energy and transportation systems, improve cybersecurity for schools and local governments, and help communities prepare for disasters. It also seeks to build a nationwide training pipeline that connects part-time National Guard members with career opportunities to address economic insecurity. Before launching the pilot, the agencies must conduct a feasibility study to determine the costs, necessary legal changes, and potential benefits of integrating these two types of service.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes federal protections and funding to expand access to in vitro fertilization and intrauterine insemination for individuals, military service members, and veterans. It requires most private health plans, Medicaid programs, and Medicare to cover these fertility treatments without imposing higher cost-sharing than other medical services. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs provide specific fertility preservation and treatment benefits to uniformed service members and eligible veterans. The bill also includes preemption clauses that override state laws restricting these procedures and prohibits discrimination based on marital status, sex, or sexual orientation in the provision of care.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw United States Armed Forces from any hostilities against Iran. It specifically invokes the War Powers Resolution, mandating this removal unless Congress formally declares war or provides specific authorization for military force against Iran. The bill clarifies that it does not prevent the U.S. from acting in self-defense, maintaining a defensive troop presence in the region, or continuing intelligence activities related to threats from Iran.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act, modifies the Children's Health Insurance Program to expand dental coverage for low-income children and pregnant women. It mandates that states remove any lifetime or annual dollar limits on dental benefits for eligible participants and requires states to offer dental-only supplemental coverage instead of allowing them to opt out. The changes take effect six months after the law is enacted, ensuring that these specific groups receive consistent access to necessary dental services without financial caps.