Rep. Jefferson Shreve

Maddy summaryThe SECURE Minerals Act of 2026 establishes a Strategic Resilience Reserve Corporation to secure U.S. supply chains for critical minerals and materials essential to defense, energy, technology, and renewable energy sectors. The Reserve will provide financing and acquisition support for domestic and partner country projects focused on producing, recycling, reusing, and repurposing critical minerals, with the goal of reducing U.S. dependence on foreign sources to no more than 75% for each mineral. It authorizes $2.5 billion in funding and establishes a Board of Governors with specific expertise requirements to oversee operations, while requiring regular risk assessments and annual reporting. This legislation directly affects mineral production and processing companies, federal agencies managing mineral resources, and partner countries working with the U.S. on supply chain security.

Maddy summaryHRES 1073 is a non-binding resolution designating February 21-28, 2026, as "National FFA Week" to recognize the National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Organization’s role in developing agricultural education leaders and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Alaska’s State FFA Association. It does not create new laws or affect any specific groups or policies; instead, it formally expresses the House’s support for this commemorative week. The resolution highlights FFA’s mission to prepare students for leadership and careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct legislative or financial impact on constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 7539, the SAFE Act, requires the Comptroller General to study "chameleon carriers" (motor carriers evading safety rules by changing names or ownership) and develop an automated tool for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to detect such applicants during Department of Transportation (DOT) number registration. The bill mandates the tool to identify patterns like shared ownership, similar addresses, insurance lapses, or continuity of operations to flag suspicious applications. It directly affects motor carriers applying for DOT numbers and FMCSA staff, who must use the tool to review applications while preserving final decision-making authority. The law also requires an appeals process for denied applications, data privacy safeguards, and a two-year effectiveness report on the tool.

Maddy summaryThe SCAM Act requires online platforms that display paid advertisements (like social media sites) to verify advertiser identities, implement scam detection systems, and remove fraudulent ads within 24 hours of confirmation. It directly affects platforms that accept payment for ads, targeting scams such as fake giveaways, romance scams, and AI impersonations that cost consumers $195 billion in 2024 (per FTC data). Key mechanisms include mandatory identity checks for advertisers, active monitoring systems, and a 72-hour investigation window for reported scams. The law aims to reduce fraud by shifting responsibility to platforms, with enforcement by the FTC and state attorneys general.

Maddy summaryHR 3190, the BRAVE Burma Act, extends sanctions authority for Burma by 10 years and requires annual reports on whether specific Burmese entities - like state-owned enterprises, Myanma Economic Bank, and jet fuel sector operators - meet sanctions criteria. It also limits Burma's potential increase in International Monetary Fund shareholding if the military-led State Administration Council remains in power. The bill creates a U.S. Special Envoy for Burma to coordinate all diplomatic and sanctions policy, develop multilateral sanctions strategies, and work with international partners on issues like arms embargoes and support for Burmese civil society. These provisions directly affect Burmese military entities, Burma's IMF representation, and U.S. diplomatic efforts toward Burma.

Maddy summaryThe HARM Act 2.0 requires the U.S. government to identify and designate successor groups of the Wagner mercenary force (such as Africa Corps, Redut PMC, and Patriot PMC) as terrorist organizations under existing law. It mandates the Secretary of State to submit a report listing these groups, their leaders, and related entities, followed by a review by the Comptroller General. If designated, these groups and individuals would face sanctions including asset freezes and transaction bans under Executive Order 13224. The bill also requires annual reports for five years detailing the groups' activities, human rights abuses, financial networks, and the effectiveness of sanctions.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies federal budget rules for unspent agency funds. It requires federal agencies to allocate 49% of unused funds to the next fiscal year, 49% toward paying the national debt, and 2% for retention bonuses (capped at 10% of an employee's base pay). Agencies must also limit future budget requests to the previous year's amount adjusted for inflation. The bill directly affects all executive branch agencies (excluding the Red Cross), altering how they manage leftover budget authority. It does not create new savings programs for individuals but changes government fiscal management procedures.

Maddy summaryThis bill prevents state or local governments from banning or restricting energy connections (like installation, modification, or access) based on the type or source of energy, such as electricity, natural gas, or renewable fuels. It directly affects consumers choosing energy providers and energy companies seeking to offer services. The key provision prohibits local laws, regulations, or policies that limit energy services sold in interstate commerce, covering all energy types listed in the bill’s definitions. It does not create new programs but limits regulatory authority at the state or local level. The law aims to ensure open access to diverse energy sources without source-based restrictions.

Maddy summaryThe Make Elections Great Again Act (HR 7300) would require voters to present photo identification to cast ballots in person or by mail for federal elections, with limited exceptions for religious objections or military voters. It would establish new requirements for proving U.S. citizenship during voter registration, including documentary proof of citizenship and proof of state residency. The bill would change mail-in ballot procedures by requiring voters to request mail-in ballots (rather than universal mail-in voting), implementing barcode tracking for mail-in ballots, and setting strict deadlines for ballot receipt. These provisions would apply to all states for federal elections held in 2027 or later, affecting how voters register, vote in person, and submit mail-in ballots for federal office elections.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most employers (those with 50+ employees for 20+ weeks annually) to display a clear notice about veterans' benefits in visible workplace areas. The notice, developed by the Labor and Veterans Affairs Departments, includes the Veterans Crisis Line, how to apply for benefits, and state-specific veteran resources. Employers must post the notice starting one year after the bill's enactment, with the notice updated twice yearly and made available online. A 180-day information campaign will also inform employers about the requirement.