Rep. Celeste Maloy

Maddy summaryHR 6534 repeals Section 907 of the FREEDOM Support Act, which previously prohibited U.S. economic and military assistance to Azerbaijan. This change directly affects U.S. foreign aid programs by removing a longstanding restriction on providing aid to Azerbaijan. The bill cites congressional findings that Azerbaijan is a U.S. ally, has supported peace efforts in the South Caucasus, and reached a border agreement with Armenia. The repeal would allow the U.S. government to resume aid to Azerbaijan without legal barriers.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 35 South Main Street in Glendale, Utah, as the "Deputy Sheriff Brian Harris Post Office." It updates all official references in federal laws, maps, documents, and records to use this new name for the location. The bill has no policy provisions - it is a commemorative naming resolution with no direct impact on citizens or funding.

Maddy summaryHRES 925 is a non-binding resolution condemning the Iranian government's ongoing persecution of the Baha'i religious minority. It directly affects Baha'is in Iran, who face systemic discrimination, imprisonment, denial of education and employment, and violence due to their faith. The resolution calls on Iran to immediately release Baha'i prisoners, end hate propaganda targeting them, and reverse policies banning their access to education and jobs. It also urges the U.S. President and Secretary of State to demand Iran's compliance and use existing sanctions authorities against officials responsible for human rights abuses against Baha'is.

Maddy summaryThe Watershed Protection and Forest Recovery Act of 2025 creates a federal program to rapidly address watershed damage on National Forest System lands after natural disasters. It authorizes state, local, tribal, or water district sponsors to implement emergency measures like erosion control and flood mitigation within two years of a disaster, with the federal government covering all costs (waiving required matching funds). The program limits sponsor liability for normal operations but holds them responsible for damages resulting from willful or reckless actions. Sponsors may also monitor and maintain projects for up to three years to prevent future risks to downstream water resources.

Maddy summaryThe MATCH Act of 2025 creates a new emergency watershed program allowing state, local, or tribal governments to incur costs for urgent cleanup work after natural disasters *before* formally agreeing with the federal government. It requires the Secretary to identify eligible emergency measures and establish a state-level process for sponsors to request reimbursement for these preagreement costs within 180 days. Sponsors assuming these costs bear the financial risk, but if a formal agreement is later signed, those preagreement costs count toward the sponsor’s required contribution. The bill does not obligate the federal government to enter agreements, focusing solely on enabling reimbursement for specific, pre-approved emergency actions.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 58 is a symbolic congressional resolution denouncing socialism in all its forms. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is a non-binding statement of opinion. The resolution cites historical events and quotes from Founding Fathers to argue that socialism leads to authoritarianism and economic harm, referencing examples like the Soviet Union and Venezuela. It formally "denounces" socialism and opposes implementing socialist policies in the U.S., but has no legal effect on citizens or government actions. This is a procedural resolution, not a policy measure.

Maddy summaryHR 6334, the Deepfake Liability Act, requires online platforms to implement specific processes to address non-consensual intimate content and cyberstalking. It amends Section 230 of the Communications Act to create a "duty of care" for platforms, mandating they prevent and remove intimate privacy violations (like non-consensual deepfakes or intimate images) within 48 hours of a valid request. The law directly affects victims of non-consensual intimate content and platforms classified as "covered platforms" (social media, apps, and websites), while excluding email, messaging services, and data storage. Key provisions include minimum data logging for legal proceedings, clear removal processes, and a 48-hour removal timeline for verified violations.

Maddy summaryHR 302, the Water Rights Protection Act of 2025, requires federal agencies (like the Departments of Agriculture or Interior) to respect state authority over water rights when issuing permits or managing land. It prohibits federal actions that would override state water laws, such as forcing water rights transfers to the U.S. government, imposing stricter usage limits than state law, or interfering with tribal water rights. The bill directly affects states, water users (including federally recognized tribes), and federal land management decisions involving water permits. It explicitly states it does not change existing laws like the Endangered Species Act or tribal water rights, focusing solely on preserving state regulatory control.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows diesel vehicles operating in extremely cold regions to temporarily disable engine shutdowns and emissions-related functions when temperatures drop below freezing, ensuring critical transportation and emergency services remain operational. It grants year-round exemptions from diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system requirements for vehicles primarily operating north of 59°N latitude or in areas where DEF systems become impractical due to prolonged freezing conditions. The exemptions apply only during cold weather (below freezing) for engine derates/shutdowns or permanently for DEF systems, without altering emissions standards outside these specific conditions. It directly affects diesel vehicles used by emergency responders, rural transport, and critical infrastructure in Arctic or sub-Arctic regions. The EPA must implement these changes within 180 days of the bill’s enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 6212, the Good Samaritan Menstrual Products Act, protects donors and nonprofits from liability when providing menstrual products in good faith. It shields people, manufacturers, distributors, and nonprofits from civil or criminal liability for the condition of "apparently usable" donated products (those meeting all safety standards but not necessarily marketable). The law applies to products like tampons, cups, and liners distributed to individuals in need through nonprofits. Liability protection does not apply if gross negligence or intentional misconduct causes injury or death.