Rep. Paul A. Gosar

Maddy summaryHR 6619, the PATROL Act, prevents the federal government from suing states for building border barriers. It specifically blocks the Attorney General from filing civil lawsuits under the 1899 Act against states that construct physical barriers (like walls, fences, or buoys) along the border to stop illegal entry or protect state territory. The law directly affects states building such barriers and the federal government’s legal authority to challenge those actions. This is a procedural change that removes a legal obstacle for states pursuing border security measures.

Maddy summaryThe No Kill Switches in Cars Act (HR 6563) repeals Section 24220 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which had authorized the use of "kill switches" in vehicles to disable them if a driver was impaired by alcohol or drugs. This repeal removes the federal requirement for vehicle manufacturers to incorporate or allow such technology, directly affecting automotive safety regulations and manufacturers' compliance obligations. The bill eliminates a specific statutory provision without introducing new requirements, changing federal policy by withdrawing permission for kill switches in cars. As a procedural repeal, it focuses solely on removing an existing provision from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

No Regulation Through Litigation Act of 202 3 This bill specifies that a federal agency may not enter into a consent decree that exceeds the authority of the court that enters the order related to the decree. It also limits the inclusion of attorney fees or litigation costs in consent decrees or settlement agreements that result in a regulation or guidance document.

Maddy summaryHR 6504, the Protect American Gun Exporters Act, blocks the Department of Commerce from implementing a pause on new export licenses for specific firearm exports (items under Commerce Control List numbers 0A501, 0A502, 0A504, and 0A505). The bill directly affects U.S. gun exporters by preventing the Commerce Secretary from enforcing the October 2023 pause or similar restrictions on these exports. Key provisions prohibit the Secretary from taking any action to carry out the pause unless it follows standard regulatory processes, including a required impact analysis and compliance with the Administrative Procedure Act and Congressional Review Act. This bill does not create new export rules but stops the existing pause on certain firearm exports.

Maddy summaryHR 6459, the "No Abortion Coverage for Medicaid Act," permanently prohibits Medicaid and CHIP funds from covering abortions, except in specific medical circumstances. It directly affects Medicaid recipients and state Medicaid programs by blocking federal funding for abortion services, including travel or lodging to obtain one, and prevents states from using Medicaid demonstration waivers to expand abortion coverage. The bill codifies the existing Hyde Amendment restrictions, ensuring taxpayer dollars cannot pay for abortions except when a pregnancy results from rape or incest, poses a life-endangering physical condition, or involves miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. This policy change would restrict abortion coverage under Medicaid nationwide, with exceptions limited to the three medical scenarios outlined in the bill.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the use of federal funds to cover abortions or related expenses (like travel or lodging) for unaccompanied immigrant minors. It directly affects unaccompanied alien children, as defined by immigration law, by blocking federal rules or guidance that would facilitate access to abortion services for them. The key provision bans the Health and Human Services Secretary from issuing, implementing, or enforcing any rule that enables such access using taxpayer money. This is a policy change limiting federal funding for abortion-related costs for this specific group, not a general abortion ban.

Maddy summaryHR 6432, the Safeguarding Honest Speech Act, prohibits federal agencies from using funds to require employees or contractors to use preferred pronouns or names that conflict with a person’s biological sex at birth (defined as "sex" based on reproductive biology and genetics). It directly affects federal workers and contractors by banning mandatory language use tied to gender identity. The bill mandates agencies issue a formal response within 30 days of a complaint about such policies and allows affected employees to sue for damages, including up to $100,000 in punitive damages, with a one-year statute of limitations. Key provisions focus on preventing compelled speech in federal workplaces through funding restrictions and enforceable legal remedies.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits federal funding for two specific initiatives: the Justice40 Initiative (focused on delivering 40% of climate benefits to disadvantaged communities) and the American Climate Corps (a program announced in a September 2023 White House fact sheet to create climate jobs for young people). It blocks all federal budget allocations for these programs, directly affecting their implementation. The bill does not create new programs or alter existing laws, but prevents the use of taxpayer funds to support these two named initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 859) is a ceremonial House measure honoring U.S. veterans on Veterans Day 2023. It formally recognizes veterans' service and sacrifice, calling on the American public to observe Veterans Day to acknowledge their role in protecting U.S. freedoms. The resolution does not create new policies, allocate funds, or affect specific groups - it is purely symbolic. It was introduced by 33 bipartisan House members and passed by the House without committee action.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Secretaries of Defense and State to submit biannual reports to Congress assessing Ukraine's compliance with U.S. end-use monitoring for defense exports (under the Blue Lantern and Golden Sentry programs since February 2022). It mandates listing Ukrainian officials found violating these monitoring requirements, making them ineligible for U.S. visas, entry, or immigration benefits. The bill also requires immediate revocation of any existing U.S. visas held by listed individuals, regardless of when the visa was issued. It directly affects Ukrainian government officials involved in defense export monitoring violations, not the general public or broader policy.