Rep. Barry Moore

Maddy summaryHRES 260 designates March 27, 2025, as "National Women in Agriculture Day" to recognize women's contributions to U.S. agriculture. The resolution highlights that women represent over 1.2 million agricultural producers (more than one-third of all U.S. producers) and generated $222 billion in agricultural sales in 2022. It encourages citizens to recognize women working in agriculture and supports their roles in leading the industry, mentoring future agricultural workers, and advancing food production. This is a symbolic resolution with no new policies or funding, solely celebrating existing contributions during National Women’s History Month and National Ag Week.

Maddy summaryThe SHORT Act (HR 2395) redefines federal firearm definitions to exclude antique and collector firearms from being classified as firearms, and removes distinctions between short-barreled rifles and shotguns in federal regulations. It prevents state laws from imposing taxes or registration requirements on short-barreled rifles and shotguns, requiring state rules to align with federal compliance instead. The bill also mandates the federal government to destroy specific records related to these firearms within one year of enactment.

Maddy summaryThe Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act of 2025 would prohibit states and local governments from imposing taxes on the sale of firearms, ammunition, or firearm parts during interstate or foreign commerce. This bill directly affects state tax policies and manufacturers or dealers selling these items across state lines. It explicitly states that the bill does not change the existing federal tax on firearms and ammunition that funds wildlife conservation programs. The key provision bans state-level taxes for these sales in interstate transactions while preserving current federal funding mechanisms.

Maddy summaryHR 2468, the "No Sanctions Relief for Terrorists Act," prohibits the U.S. government from granting licenses or waivers for transactions involving Iranian individuals and entities listed under Treasury sanctions as of January 20, 2021, unless the President certifies to specific congressional committees that they have ceased terrorist activity. It directly affects U.S. agencies like the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and any entities seeking to conduct business with those designated Iranian persons. The bill requires the President to certify to the House Foreign Affairs and Financial Services Committees and the Senate Foreign Relations and Banking Committees before sanctions relief can be granted. This law does not change existing general licenses for these transactions that were in place as of January 20, 2021.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the U.S. Code to define key terms like "sex," "male," and "female" based on biological characteristics present at conception, specifically referencing reproductive anatomy. It requires all federal agencies, courts, and Congress to use these biological definitions when interpreting laws, regulations, or agency actions - replacing current interpretations that consider gender identity. The bill explicitly states that "gender identity" does not constitute a valid basis for determining sex under federal law. This change would directly affect how federal agencies implement existing laws related to healthcare, education, employment, and civil rights by mandating biological sex definitions in their operations.

Maddy summaryHR 2377, the National Garden for America’s 250th Anniversary Act, establishes a "National Garden of American Heroes" to honor notable individuals and groups as part of the U.S. 250th anniversary celebration, with construction to begin by July 4, 2026. The bill creates a National Garden Fund in the Treasury, financed by private contributions and investments, to cover the garden's construction and maintenance costs, and allows for visitation fees if the fund is insufficient. The White House Task Force on Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday is responsible for planning, building, and reporting to Congress on the garden’s progress, including location, design, budget, and timeline.

Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act of 2025 This bill eliminates the Optional Practical Training Program or any successor program, unless Congress expressly authorizes such a program. (The program provides an F-1 student visa holder temporary employment authorization before or after completion of the student's studies, or both.)

Maddy summaryThe Knife Owners’ Protection Act of 2025 allows individuals legally permitted to possess knives in their state to transport them interstate between locations where they may lawfully possess them, provided knives are stored securely (e.g., locked in a container for vehicles or air travel). It specifically permits knives in temporary lodging overnight and exempts certain emergency tools (like seatbelt cutters) from storage rules in vehicles. The bill prohibits state arrests for compliant transport and requires states to prove non-compliance in criminal cases, while allowing knife owners to use this law as a legal defense. It explicitly does not override existing state knife possession laws or impose new air travel restrictions beyond locked container requirements.

Maddy summaryHJRES 81 is a joint resolution authorizing the President to use U.S. military force against nine specific Mexican cartels, including the Sinaloa Cartel, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, and MS-13. It defines these cartels as "covered cartels" and permits military action against them or any forces directly affiliated with them. The resolution does not create new regulations or funding but grants the executive branch authority to deploy military force under this specific authorization. This procedural resolution is focused solely on the legal framework for military action, not on drug policy outcomes or Mexico's role.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits doctors from performing abortions based solely on a Down syndrome diagnosis. It requires providers to ask patients about such diagnoses before an abortion and inform them of the ban. Violations could result in criminal penalties (up to 5 years in prison) or civil lawsuits seeking damages for the patient or family. The law applies to all abortions performed in the U.S. or transported across state lines for this specific purpose. It does not restrict other abortion procedures or create a new right to abortion.