Rep. Nikema Williams

Maddy summaryHJRES 136 would require the President to issue an annual proclamation designating a day as "Democracy Day" each year. The proclamation must call on state and local governments, as well as educational authorities, to observe the day through programs and activities promoting civic engagement. The bill does not specify which date must be designated, leaving that decision to the President annually. This is a procedural measure focused on directing an existing executive action to foster democratic awareness, without creating new laws or altering existing policies.

Maddy summaryHRES 972 is a non-binding resolution recognizing Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement by highlighting its historical role in pivotal events and figures. It specifically acknowledges Atlanta's contributions to milestones like the founding of the NAACP, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s leadership, the desegregation of public transit, and Atlanta's instrumental advocacy for the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965. The resolution honors Atlanta's ongoing status as a global leader in diversity, inclusivity, and opportunity, though it has no legal effect or policy changes.

Maddy summaryHR 4611 (EACH Act of 2025) requires all federally funded health programs - including Medicaid, Medicare, military health plans, and the Indian Health Service - to cover abortion services without restrictions, repealing the Hyde Amendment's long-standing ban on federal funding for most abortions. This directly affects millions of people enrolled in these programs, particularly low-income women, women of color (including 25% of Black women and 22% of Hispanic women on Medicaid), and young people. The bill mandates coverage in all federally administered health plans and prohibits state or private insurers from restricting abortion coverage in health insurance. It aims to eliminate current federal and state barriers that deny abortion access to people who rely on government health programs.

Maddy summaryHR 1404, the CHAMPVA Children’s Care Protection Act of 2025, expands healthcare eligibility under the CHAMPVA program for children of veterans. It increases the maximum age for children to receive medical benefits from 21 to 26 years old, regardless of marital status. This change directly affects dependent children of veterans who were previously eligible until age 21, extending coverage through their mid-twenties. The policy amendment applies to medical care provided on or after the bill’s enactment date.

Maddy summaryThe Buy Now, Pay Later Protection Act of 2025 brings "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) loans under federal consumer credit regulations by amending the Truth in Lending Act (TILA). It defines BNPL loans as closed-end retail loans repaid in four or fewer interest-free installments with no finance charge, directly affecting consumers using these payment plans and BNPL lenders. The bill extends existing TILA protections - such as disclosure requirements and consumer defenses against creditors - to BNPL loans, updating references in key sections to include BNPL alongside credit cards. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) must issue implementing rules within one year, bringing BNPL lenders under federal supervision for the first time.

Maddy summaryThe Schedules That Work Act would require employers in retail, food service, hospitality, cleaning, and warehouse sectors to provide workers with 14 days' advance notice of their schedules and pay predictability wages for last-minute changes. It allows employees to request schedule changes related to caregiving responsibilities, health conditions, education, or other jobs, with employers required to engage in good-faith discussions about such requests. The bill prohibits retaliation against employees who request schedule changes and mandates written notice of schedule changes and predictability pay. It applies to employers with 15 or more employees in covered sectors, aiming to address widespread issues with unpredictable schedules that negatively impact workers' ability to care for family members, maintain housing stability, and access health care.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a Diversity and Inclusion Administrator at the Department of Labor to increase African American participation in apprenticeships. It requires all new and renewing registered apprenticeship programs to submit plans boosting African American enrollment and creates competitive grants for programs targeting underserved communities in fields like construction, healthcare, and tech. The grants fund outreach, mentoring, and support services to help African American youth access and complete apprenticeships. The bill directly affects African American young people and apprenticeship programs nationwide, with $2 million authorized for fiscal year 2026.

Maddy summaryThe Protect America's Workforce Act cancels an executive order issued on March 27, 2025, that excluded certain groups from federal labor-management relations programs, making it legally unenforceable. It also ensures that all collective bargaining agreements between federal agencies and labor unions, which were active as of March 26, 2025, remain fully effective until their agreed terms expire. This directly affects federal agencies, labor unions, and the employees covered by these agreements. The bill prevents federal funds from being used to implement the canceled executive order while preserving existing labor agreements.

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act This act provides for the award of Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's ice hockey team in recognition of the team's achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.

Maddy summaryHRES 939 is a resolution impeaching former President Donald Trump for "high crimes and misdemeanors," citing two specific articles. Article I alleges Trump threatened to execute six Democratic lawmakers (who are military/intelligence veterans) after they urged military personnel to refuse illegal orders, calling their remarks "seditious" and demanding their "execution." Article II alleges Trump repeatedly threatened federal judges with impeachment and violence, including calling a judge "a Radical Left Lunatic" and posting "HANG THEM," which the resolution states undermines judicial independence. The resolution asserts these actions violate Trump's constitutional oath and threaten democratic institutions.