Rep. Maxine Waters

Maddy summaryThis bill requires companies to use non-animal testing methods for products regulated by the FDA, EPA, USDA, or Consumer Product Safety Commission when such methods are available and accepted by the agency. It bans submission of new animal test data for these products unless specific exceptions apply (like historical data or foreign regulatory needs). Companies must minimize animal use and suffering if non-animal methods aren't feasible, and agencies must publish annual reports tracking animal use and waivers. Violations could result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per instance.

Maddy summaryHR 6088, the *Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025*, repeals specific sections (10101-10108) from a prior reconciliation law. This action revives previous provisions related to food security programs that were modified by those repealed sections. The bill directly affects federal food assistance and agricultural support programs by restoring their prior legal framework. It does not create new policies but reverses recent changes to existing food security measures.

Maddy summaryHR 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, modifies how funds from the False Claims Act are deposited into the Crime Victims Fund. It specifies that from 2025 through 2029, certain False Claims Act proceeds (specifically those for qui tam plaintiff payments and government damage reimbursements) cannot be deposited into the fund. This change directly affects the composition of the Crime Victims Fund by excluding these specific revenue streams during the specified period. The bill does not create new benefits or alter victim services; it only adjusts fund allocation rules for existing False Claims Act revenues.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCONRES 69) commemorates the 15th anniversary of the January 8, 2011, Tucson shooting that killed six people and injured 13, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. It honors the victims, survivors, and Giffords - now a prominent advocate for gun violence prevention - and recognizes her leadership in promoting civility and reducing gun violence. The resolution also commends Tucson residents and first responders for their resilience and reaffirms Congress’s commitment to respectful dialogue and opposing political violence. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHR 6989, the Public Health Nursing Act, provides $5 billion annually (2026-2035) to expand the public health nursing workforce through grants to state, local, and territorial health departments. It directly affects underserved communities by funding the recruitment, hiring, and training of registered nurses in areas with high chronic disease rates, maternal mortality, low-income populations, or rural settings. Key provisions require grant recipients to use funds for nurse wages, medical supplies (like PPE), and administrative costs, while prioritizing services for medically underserved groups and culturally appropriate care. The bill also mandates maintaining pre-grant funding levels and defines public health nurses as those providing preventive care, maternal health services, and chronic disease management.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 980) commemorates the one-year anniversary of the 2025 Southern California wildfires, which impacted communities like Pacific Palisades and Altadena. It honors the 31 people who lost their lives, commends first responders who fought the fires, and affirms the House's ongoing support for affected communities. The resolution is purely ceremonial and does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies. It directly affects the Southern California communities devastated by the wildfires and their residents.

Maddy summaryHR 4611 (EACH Act of 2025) requires all federally funded health programs - including Medicaid, Medicare, military health plans, and the Indian Health Service - to cover abortion services without restrictions, repealing the Hyde Amendment's long-standing ban on federal funding for most abortions. This directly affects millions of people enrolled in these programs, particularly low-income women, women of color (including 25% of Black women and 22% of Hispanic women on Medicaid), and young people. The bill mandates coverage in all federally administered health plans and prohibits state or private insurers from restricting abortion coverage in health insurance. It aims to eliminate current federal and state barriers that deny abortion access to people who rely on government health programs.

Maddy summaryHRES 968 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the 90th anniversary of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW), founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune. It honors NCNW’s legacy of advancing racial justice, economic opportunity, and community programs for Black women and families, including its signature "Black Family Reunion" initiative. The resolution specifically acknowledges NCNW’s historical leadership under Dr. Dorothy Irene Height and current work under Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley, celebrating its nationwide impact through 330+ affiliate organizations and 2 million members. As a non-binding resolution, it expresses formal recognition without creating new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHR 6849 designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 2121 Meridian Park Boulevard in Concord, California, as the "Carl Jefferson Post Office Building." This bill updates all official U.S. government references (laws, maps, documents) to the facility to reflect its new name. It directly affects the postal facility itself and any federal records mentioning it. The bill contains no substantive policy changes or funding provisions, solely serving a ceremonial naming purpose.

Maddy summaryHR 6774, the FHA Small-Dollar Mortgages Act, authorizes the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a four-year pilot program to increase access to mortgages of $100,000 or less for individuals purchasing their primary residence. This program would offer incentives such as direct payments to lenders for originating these small-dollar mortgages and grants to borrowers to help cover costs like down payments, closing costs, and appraisals. It also allows for adjustments to Federal Housing Administration terms for these loans and mandates outreach to potential borrowers. The bill requires annual reports to Congress evaluating the program's outcomes and risks to the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund.