Maddy summaryHR 1489 requires the President to determine within 90 days whether to impose U.S. sanctions on Iran Airports Company, a state-owned enterprise that operates Iranian airports and facilitates Mahan Air’s operations. The bill targets the airport company because it supports Mahan Air, an Iranian airline already sanctioned for allegedly aiding Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps - Qods Force by transporting fighters, arms, and funds. This bill does not impose new sanctions but mandates a formal review under existing authority (Executive Order 13224) to assess whether the airport company should face sanctions for enabling Mahan Air’s activities. It directly affects Iran Airports Company and foreign entities that assist Mahan Air, with no immediate policy change beyond the required presidential determination.
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThe Rare Earth Magnet Security Act of 2025 creates a tax credit for U.S. manufacturers producing rare earth magnets domestically. The credit pays $20 per kilogram for magnets with less than 90% of component materials sourced in the U.S., and $30 per kilogram if at least 90% of materials are domestically produced. The bill restricts the credit for magnets using components from "non-allied foreign nations" (with a temporary exception for certain materials until 2027) and phases out the credit after 2034 (reducing to 70% in 2035, 35% in 2036-2037, and 0% after 2037). The credit applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.
Maddy summaryHR 1386 authorizes the Secretary of State to counter drone threats to specific U.S. Department of State facilities and assets (like embassies and diplomatic compounds) by allowing actions such as detecting, disrupting, or seizing unmanned aircraft systems without prior consent. It requires coordination with the Federal Aviation Administration to ensure airspace safety and includes strict privacy safeguards for communications intercepted during these operations. The law applies directly to drone operators near covered State Department sites and mandates annual congressional briefings on its use, with authority expiring after seven years. The bill does not create general drone regulations but focuses solely on protecting State Department missions.
Maddy summaryHR 1301, the Death Tax Repeal Act, would eliminate the federal estate tax and generation-skipping transfer tax for estates of individuals dying on or after its enactment date. It directly affects individuals inheriting significant assets, as it removes taxes on estates exceeding $10 million (adjusted for inflation) and repeals taxes on large transfers between generations. The bill modifies the gift tax by establishing a $10 million lifetime exemption with annual inflation adjustments, replacing previous tax brackets. It applies to estates, gifts, and transfers occurring on or after the bill's effective date.
Maddy summaryHR 35, the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act, creates a new federal crime for operating a motor vehicle while intentionally fleeing U.S. Border Patrol agents or assisting law enforcement officers within 100 miles of the U.S. border. It imposes penalties of up to 2 years in prison for the basic offense, 5-20 years if serious injury occurs, and 10 years to life if death results. The bill also makes individuals convicted of this crime inadmissible to the U.S., deportable, and ineligible for immigration relief like asylum. Additionally, it requires annual reports from the Attorney General and Homeland Security Secretary detailing arrests, charges, and penalties related to this offense.
Alternatives to Prevent Addiction In the Nation Act or the Alternatives to PAIN Act This bill reduces cost-sharing and prohibits the imposition of certain utilization requirements under the Medicare prescription drug benefit for certain non-opioid pain management drugs. Specifically, the bill requires such drugs to be covered without a deductible and to be placed on the lowest cost-sharing tier (if any). The bill also prohibits the imposition of prior authorization requirements (i.e., requiring prior approval from a plan) or step therapy requirements (i.e., requiring the use of alternative drugs before a drug is covered under a plan) with respect to such drugs.
Maddy summaryHR 1232, the National Right-to-Work Act, would make union membership voluntary for workers in most private-sector jobs by removing legal requirements for employees to join a union or pay dues as a condition of employment. It directly affects workers in unionized workplaces covered by the National Labor Relations Act (including most private employers) and railroad workers covered by the Railway Labor Act. The key change eliminates provisions that allowed "union security agreements" (requiring dues or membership), meaning workers could no longer be forced to pay union fees to keep their jobs. This bill does not change other labor rights or create new programs - it only modifies existing laws to allow workers to opt out of union membership and financial obligations.
This bill repeals the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (ICA). The ICA generally limits the authority of the President to impound (i.e., withhold from obligation or expenditure) funds that have been appropriated by Congress and establishes related procedures. It also establishes expedited legislative procedures that Congress may use to consider legislation to enact rescissions proposed by the President.
Maddy summaryThe Embassy Construction Integrity Act of 2025 restricts the U.S. State Department from acquiring, leasing, or contracting with entities linked to the Chinese government for construction or maintenance of diplomatic or consular buildings abroad. It specifically prohibits transactions involving buildings where a "covered entity" (an entity controlled by China or its agents) performed construction since 1949 or holds ownership. If such a transaction occurs, the Secretary of State must notify Congress within 7 days, including a national security justification and mitigation plan. This law directly affects U.S. embassy and consulate construction projects, aiming to prevent reliance on Chinese-linked contractors for critical infrastructure.
Maddy summaryThis bill expands 529 college savings account flexibility by allowing funds to cover costs for industry-recognized postsecondary credentials, not just traditional degrees. It defines "qualified expenses" to include tuition/fees for recognized credential programs (like certifications or apprenticeships), required testing fees, and continuing education needed to maintain credentials. To qualify, programs must meet specific criteria, such as appearing on state lists under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or being listed in VA or Defense directories. The change applies to 529 distributions made after the law's enactment, giving families more options to use these accounts for job-focused training.