Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson

Maddy summaryHRES 1148 is a resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that condemns the Iranian government for supporting terrorism, regional proxy conflicts, and internal suppression of dissent - including its crackdown on protests following Mahsa Amini's death in 2022. It specifically calls for maintaining sanctions against Iran, supporting the Iranian Resistance's Ten-Point Plan (which advocates for a democratic, secular, nonnuclear Iran), and protecting Iranian political refugees in Albania. The resolution also affirms the Iranian people's right to self-determination under international law and urges the U.S. to recognize their struggle for freedom. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but formally expresses congressional stance.

Maddy summaryHR 8005, the Child Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence Expert Commission Act of 2024, establishes a 13-member commission to investigate how artificial intelligence is used in child exploitation crimes and recommend solutions to improve law enforcement's ability to prevent, detect, and prosecute such crimes. The commission, appointed by congressional leaders with expertise in law enforcement, AI, or child welfare, must submit a final report to Congress within two years detailing findings and recommendations for legal or technical improvements. This bill does not create new laws but focuses on identifying legal barriers and developing actionable solutions for law enforcement agencies. The commission will operate independently without federal government employees serving as members.

Maddy summaryHRES 1142 is a non-binding House resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of Boko Haram's 2014 kidnapping of 276 Chibok schoolgirls in Nigeria and urging the Nigerian government to intensify efforts against Boko Haram. It specifically calls on Nigeria to prioritize recovering abducted women and girls, account for missing persons, reduce stigma against survivors, and allow family reunifications. The resolution also urges the U.S. government to implement existing anti-terrorism strategies and track missing persons for inclusion in annual reports. This resolution directly affects the Nigerian government and the remaining 98+ Chibok girls still held captive, alongside other victims of Boko Haram's violence. It does not create new law but formalizes a call for coordinated action to address ongoing captivity and conflict in Nigeria's northeast region.

This resolution recognizes the anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 and its impact on establishing that all Americans are protected equally under the law.

Maddy summaryHR 7892, the Student Loan Contract Act of 2024, requires that master promissory notes for federal student loans under Part D of the Higher Education Act be officially called "student loan contracts" starting after the bill's enactment. It clarifies that these contracts apply only to loans within the same award year as the initial loans covered by the contract. The bill makes this terminology change and updates related references in the Higher Education Act, but does not alter loan terms, repayment conditions, or borrower obligations. This is a procedural adjustment to standardize document naming and administrative references.

Maddy summaryHR 7862 directs federal agencies to annually report on converting unused government-owned buildings into affordable housing. It establishes two grant programs: a $1.75 million annual grant for exploring office-to-residential conversions, and a $250 million annual program for states and local governments to convert underutilized public buildings into rental housing. The state/local program requires converted housing to maintain affordability for 30 years, with at least 20% of units reserved for households earning ≤50% of local median income, or 40% for households ≤60% of median income. This bill directly affects federal agencies (through reporting) and state/local governments (through grant funding), focusing on repurposing vacant public property to expand affordable housing options.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 102 is a non-binding symbolic resolution supporting International Transgender Day of Visibility, introduced by multiple House members. It formally encourages the U.S. to observe the day with ceremonies and programs, celebrates transgender community achievements, and recognizes their ongoing fight for equality amid documented discrimination in employment, healthcare, housing, and public spaces. The resolution highlights transgender representation in politics (including 21 state legislators) and historical context, while acknowledging rising anti-transgender legislation. It directly affirms the transgender community's visibility and rights without creating new policies or funding.

Maddy summaryHR 7844, the Combating Implicit Bias in Education Act, establishes a federal grant program to help schools address subconscious biases affecting students. The bill provides $10 million annually (2025-2027) for competitive grants to local school districts, requiring them to fund evidence-based training for educators on implicit bias related to race, religion, sex, disability, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. This training aims to reduce biased discipline practices (like suspensions), improve access to gifted programs, and ensure fair resource allocation. The program mandates an effectiveness review by the Institute of Education Sciences to evaluate outcomes.

Maddy summaryHR 7825, the Shrinkflation Prevention Act of 2024, would ban manufacturers from reducing product sizes (like smaller cereal boxes or thinner soap bars) without lowering the price proportionally or clearly disclosing the change. It directly affects consumer goods manufacturers by requiring the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to create regulations prohibiting this practice within 18 months of the bill becoming law. The bill treats shrinkflation as an unfair or deceptive act under existing FTC law, allowing the FTC and state attorneys general to enforce the ban through fines, injunctions, or restitution for affected consumers. This focuses on making product size changes transparent and preventing companies from profiting from misleading downsizing without altering the price.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes federal grants to expand maternal health services in underserved communities. It directly affects public and nonprofit health care providers serving minority, low-income, or medically underserved areas, requiring them to improve prenatal, postnatal, and postpartum care while reducing racial and economic disparities. Key provisions include prioritizing community-led providers, limiting administrative costs to 10% of grant funds, and mandating culturally appropriate care. The grants, funded for fiscal years 2025-2029, aim to enhance health outcomes for mothers and infants in these communities through coordinated service delivery.