Rep. Anna Paulina Luna

Maddy summaryHR 6573, the Protecting Military Servicemembers' Data Act of 2023, prohibits data brokers from selling, reselling, or sharing military servicemember lists to "covered nations" (as defined in federal law). It directly affects military members by preventing their personal information - contained in specialized lists created for compiling military service details - from being sold to specific foreign governments. The key mechanism bans the commercial transfer of these lists, with enforcement handled by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general. The law takes effect within one year of enactment or when the FTC issues final rules, whichever comes first. This is a concrete policy change targeting data brokers' practices, not a procedural measure.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to honor Marshall "Major" Taylor, a pioneering Black cyclist who broke racial barriers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It recognizes his athletic achievements, including world records and international championship wins, as well as his advocacy for equality in sports. The medal, designed by the Treasury Secretary, will be presented to Taylor's great-granddaughter, Karen Donovan, following the congressional authorization. As a commemorative act with no policy changes, it serves solely to honor Taylor's legacy as a trailblazer and role model.

Maddy summaryThe DEFUND Act of 2023 would end U.S. membership in the United Nations and all its affiliated bodies, including the World Health Organization. It repeals all U.S. participation laws, cuts all funding for UN contributions, closes the U.S. Mission to the UN, and requires the UN to vacate U.S. government property. The bill also revokes diplomatic immunity for UN personnel and prohibits future U.S. re-entry into the UN without explicit Senate approval. These provisions would fundamentally sever U.S. legal and financial ties to the United Nations system.

Wings for Veterans Act This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a pilot program to award grants to up to 10 flight schools to provide flight training for eligible veterans. Under the bill, an  eligible veteran  includes an individual who served in the active military, naval, air, or space service and who was honorably discharged, meets the requirements to obtain at least a second class medical certificate, and certifies an intent to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. Flight schools may use grants for (1) the provision of guidance and pilot training services (including tuition and flight training fees); (2) the provision of related books, training materials, and equipment; and (3) program administrative costs. DOT must submit a report to Congress on the program and related issues.

Maddy summaryHR 6580, the LAND Act, restricts foreign purchases of U.S. agricultural land by requiring foreign buyers to follow the land ownership rules of their home country (or the most restrictive country they hold citizenship in). It mandates sellers to report such sales to the Secretary of Agriculture, who must then notify relevant congressional members. The bill establishes a Task Force (including the Agriculture Secretary and Justice Department) to monitor compliance and report quarterly to Congress on sale details, locations, costs, and proximity to military installations. This directly affects foreign individuals, companies, and governments purchasing agricultural land in the U.S., shifting restrictions from U.S. standards to the buyer's home country rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to obtain fingerprints from noncitizen children under 14 years old if officers suspect they are trafficking victims upon entering the U.S. It also creates a new federal crime for adults (18+) who knowingly use a minor for entry without being a relative or guardian, punishable by fines or up to 10 years in prison. The bill mandates sharing fingerprints collected under this provision with the Department of Health and Human Services for unaccompanied minors and requires CBP to report monthly data on trafficking-related apprehensions and annual data on fingerprinting to Congress. These provisions directly affect CBP officers, unaccompanied children, and individuals suspected of exploiting minors for entry.

Maddy summaryHRES 683 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House's support for diplomatic efforts to encourage Mexico to fulfill annual water delivery commitments under the 1944 U.S.-Mexico treaty. The treaty requires Mexico to deliver an average of 350,000 acre-feet of water annually (over a 5-year cycle) to the U.S., but Mexico has historically delayed deliveries until the cycle ends. The resolution specifically acknowledges water shortages faced by South Texas farmers and urges Mexico to meet its annual obligations, while supporting negotiations for more reliable water agreements. It does not create new legal requirements but formally encourages diplomatic action to address the delivery delays.

Maddy summaryHR 6410, the U.S. Data on U.S. Soil Act, requires major technology platforms with over 100 million monthly U.S. users to store and restrict access to U.S. citizen data within the United States. Specifically, it forbids storing this "covered data" (including personal identifiers linked to U.S. nationals) in data centers located in foreign adversary countries or allowing officials from those countries to access it. The Federal Trade Commission enforces these rules as violations of unfair business practices, with penalties under the FTC Act. The law applies to large consumer-facing platforms like social media and apps, while preserving stricter state privacy laws and excluding data not tied to U.S. citizens.

Maddy summaryHR 6305, the Terminate CDC Overreach Act, limits the CDC's authority to issue regulations preventing communicable disease spread. It restricts the CDC to regulations focused solely on interstate transmission prevention (e.g., isolating infected individuals moving between states), requiring Congress to disapprove any broader regulations within 6 days. The bill also mandates that CDC guidance documents with broad public impact must include scientific evidence, such as clinical data or studies. This directly affects the CDC's rulemaking process and requires Congress to actively review and potentially block new CDC health regulations.

Maddy summaryThe SHIP Act imposes sanctions on foreign entities that knowingly handle Iranian petroleum, targeting those involved in port operations, transportation, refining, or ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil. Starting 90 days after enactment, the President must block assets, deny visas, and impose penalties on individuals or companies engaging in these activities, including family members or owners of sanctioned entities. It requires annual reports tracking Iran's oil exports, revenues, and key players like shipping companies and ports. The sanctions terminate if the President certifies Iran has stopped supporting terrorism and dismantled weapons programs.