Rep. Vanessa Summers

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 10) is a symbolic resolution recognizing the importance of women's heart health research and promoting awareness about cardiovascular disease. It does not create new laws, funding, or requirements; it solely expresses congressional support through acknowledgment. The bill directly affects public awareness efforts by highlighting gaps in women's heart health research. It was introduced by Representative Ledbetter with broad bipartisan co-sponsorship and passed its first reading on January 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryHCR 13 is a concurrent resolution introduced by multiple representatives that symbolically affirms the statement "the American Dream belongs to all of us." It does not create new laws or policies, as concurrent resolutions are typically used for expressing legislative sentiment rather than enacting binding changes. The resolution was referred to the Judiciary Committee after its introduction on January 28, 2025. It has no direct effect on specific groups or concrete policy mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. and its 50th Annual Area V Leadership Conference. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any legal rights or obligations - it is a symbolic gesture of recognition. The bill was introduced by multiple representatives and passed its first reading in January 2025. As a procedural resolution, it has no direct policy impact on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCR 11) is a ceremonial concurrent resolution honoring Dr. Nikki Woodson for her service as Superintendent of Washington Township Schools upon her retirement. It does not create new laws or affect policies; it solely expresses legislative recognition through a formal resolution approved by both chambers. The resolution was coauthored by multiple representatives and passed first readings in both the House and Senate in early January 2025. It directly affects no individuals or entities beyond acknowledging Dr. Woodson's retirement.

Establishes the telephone assistance line for mothers program for the purpose of providing a telephone assistance line for mothers who are experiencing behavioral health issues to connect with health care providers to obtain behavioral health resources.

Maddy summaryHJR 4 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would establish specific health care rights for patients in the state. The bill, authored by Representative Summers and referred to the Judiciary Committee, aims to define these rights but does not specify their exact nature in the provided abstract. As a constitutional amendment, it would directly affect all patients receiving health care services within the state. The official abstract states it provides "certain health care rights" but lacks details on the specific provisions or mechanisms, so the exact changes cannot be described from the given information. This is a procedural step requiring constitutional amendment approval, not a direct legislative change to existing law.

Requires the office of the secretary of family and social services to, subject to federal approval, provide Medicaid reimbursement for certified medical interpretation services for Medicaid recipients who have limited English proficiency when receiving Medicaid covered services from a Medicaid provider. Requires the establishment of a community advisory committee.

Maddy summaryHB 1463 requires Medicaid to cover specific group pregnancy services for eligible enrollees. This bill directly affects pregnant individuals enrolled in Medicaid and healthcare providers offering these services. The key provision mandates that Medicaid cover defined group-based prenatal care programs, such as support groups or educational sessions, as specified in the bill. It does not change eligibility criteria but ensures these structured group services are included in standard Medicaid benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes January 15 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the U.S. Congress. It is a procedural resolution to commemorate the holiday, directly affecting congressional proceedings and records. The bill does not create new policy or alter existing law, but affirms the institution's observance of the federal holiday honoring Dr. King's legacy.

Provides that a correctional facility shall provide specific care, treatment, and education for pregnant inmates and inmates who have recently given birth. Requires the commissioner of correction to submit to the governor, the chief justice of the supreme court, and the legislative council an annual report that includes an account of every instance when a pregnant inmate has been restrained in a correctional facility.