Rep. Barry Moore

Maddy summaryHR 1881, the Methane Reduction and Economic Growth Act, creates a new tax credit for businesses that capture methane emissions from mining operations. It directly affects mining facilities (including underground, abandoned, or surface mines) that install methane capture equipment and capture at least 2,500 metric tons of methane annually. The bill provides a tax credit by modifying existing carbon capture tax rules to apply specifically to methane, requiring captured methane to be used for energy (e.g., in pipelines meeting safety standards or for industrial heat) with minimal atmospheric release. The credit applies to methane captured after December 2024, aiming to incentivize reducing methane emissions from mining sources.

Maddy summaryHR 1866, the GUARD Act, prevents federal funding under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act from being awarded to any state that discriminates against parents or guardians who oppose gender-affirming medical, social, or legal changes for minors. The bill requires states to avoid adverse actions against such parents if they believe a minor's gender identity claims conflict with their biological sex at birth, regardless of medical diagnoses. States violating this provision could face legal action by affected parents to halt funding and recover funds. The law directly affects parents opposing gender-affirming care for minors and alters federal grant enforcement for child welfare programs.

Maddy summaryHR 1879, the "No Tax Breaks for Sanctuary Cities Act," denies tax-exempt status for bonds issued by jurisdictions classified as "sanctuary jurisdictions." A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as a city or state that either restricts sharing immigration status information with federal authorities or fails to comply with federal detainer requests under immigration law. The bill requires the Treasury Secretary to publish an annual list of such jurisdictions within 180 days of enactment. This policy directly affects local governments meeting the definition by removing a key funding tool - tax-exempt municipal bonds - used for public projects like schools or infrastructure. The law applies to bonds issued after enactment and does not alter existing sanctuary policies themselves.

Maddy summaryHR 1837, the Timely Departure Act, requires most nonimmigrant visa holders (such as students, temporary workers, and tourists) to pay a $5,000-$50,000 bond to ensure they depart the U.S. before their authorized stay ends. If they fail to leave by midnight on their expiration date, the bond is automatically forfeited (with no appeal), and the funds go to a detention/enforcement account. The bill also mandates that nonimmigrants seeking asylum must apply before their stay ends, or they lose eligibility to apply later. Forfeiture triggers a 4-12 year ban on obtaining any future immigration status or adjustment. Certain visa categories (like tourist visas under section 101(a)(15)(B)) and visa waiver program nationals are exempt from the bond requirement.

Maddy summaryHRES 153 is a ceremonial resolution expressing condolences to the families and loved ones of the 67 victims who died in two aviation incidents: American Eagle Flight 5342 and U.S. Army flight PAT 25, which crashed near Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport on January 29, 2025. It specifically honors the victims - many connected to Wichita, Kansas (known as the "Air Capital of the World") - and extends sympathies to affected communities including Wichita, Kansas, and the National Capital Region. The resolution also commends first responders who aided in the recovery efforts. As a non-binding expression of sympathy with no policy changes, it does not affect laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 1772 designates English as the official language of the United States federal government, requiring all official government functions (like laws, regulations, and public proceedings) to be conducted in English. It directly affects federal agencies, naturalization processes (mandating English ceremonies and language standards for new citizens), and government communications. Key exceptions include language teaching, disability education, national security needs, census activities, and protections for Native American languages under existing law. The bill does not restrict the use of other languages in private settings or ban bilingual services for essential government functions. It amends U.S. Code to establish these requirements, with implementation set for 180 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 1792 prohibits U.S. federal funds from being provided to three United Nations agencies: the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The bill requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a study identifying all U.S. funding to these agencies from 2021-2025, including amounts and restrictions, and to assess any funds owed to the U.S. government. It also mandates an audit of the State Department’s Refugee Travel Loan Program. The GAO must submit a report to Congress within 180 days of the bill’s enactment detailing these findings. This bill directly affects federal funding mechanisms for international refugee and migration programs.

Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2025 This bill modifies criminal penalties for an offense involving the theft of a firearm from a licensed importer, manufacturer, or dealer, or from their business premises. Specifically, the bill does the following: increases from 10 to 20 years the maximum prison term, and creates a 3- or 5-year mandatory minimum prison term for an offense that occurs during the commission of a burglary or robbery. An attempt to commit an offense is subject to the same penalties as a substantive offense.

Maddy summaryHR 734 requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide a 60-day public comment period before finalizing new or updated quality control guidance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This applies specifically to guidance that would require state agencies managing SNAP to change their systems, procedures, or staffing for quality control reviews, or alter verification requirements for recipients. The bill includes an exception allowing immediate interim guidance during urgent emergencies. It directly affects state agencies administering SNAP by mandating transparency in how quality control rules are developed.

Maddy summaryThis bill protects firearm trace data maintained by the ATF's National Trace Center and related licensee information from public disclosure under FOIA. It directly affects licensed firearms dealers, state/local governments, and other entities that handle this data. Key provisions include adding a new FOIA exemption for this data, imposing fines of $10,000-$25,000 for unauthorized disclosures, and allowing licensed dealers to sue for triple damages or $25,000 per disclosure. The law also prevents sovereign immunity from blocking such lawsuits and specifies that fines apply per individual disclosure.