Rep. Glenn Ivey

Maddy summaryThe CREATE AI Act of 2023 establishes a National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) to improve access to AI research tools, computational resources, data, and educational materials for researchers and students across the United States. The NAIRR will provide computational resources, curated datasets, educational tools, and access to AI testbeds, with special emphasis on supporting groups historically underrepresented in STEM fields. Governed by a Steering Subcommittee chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and managed by a Program Management Office within the National Science Foundation, the NAIRR includes specific requirements for ethical AI development, privacy protections, and security measures. The resource will be accessible to researchers at U.S. institutions of higher education, nonprofits, government agencies, and certain businesses, with priority given to projects addressing privacy, ethics, civil rights, and AI safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Comptroller General to produce a report assessing the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN), a system used by federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies to share information. The report must examine how HSIN is used across different platforms (desktops and mobile apps), compare it to other tools like FBI's JusticeConnect, and evaluate its costs, effectiveness, and how well it protects civil rights and privacy. The findings will be submitted to key congressional committees within one year of the bill's enactment. This is a procedural measure focused on reviewing an existing information-sharing system, not creating new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThe Active Shooter Alert Act of 2024 establishes a national coordination system for active shooter alerts by designating a Department of Justice Coordinator. The Coordinator will work with federal agencies (FEMA, FCC, Transportation) and state/local governments to develop voluntary best practices for alert systems, including geotargeted notifications, multilingual messaging, and training for transportation authorities. The bill requires annual reports to Congress on state adoption of protocols and mandates a Comptroller General study on state response times to active shooter alerts, funded by $2 million for the Department of Justice. It does not mandate state adoption but encourages coordination to improve alert effectiveness.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act to improve protections for victims of human trafficking. It requires the government to grant at least two years of temporary protection (with possible extensions) to victims involved in investigations, prosecutions, or civil lawsuits under federal law. Victims automatically receive work authorization during this period, and immigration enforcement actions against them are limited without consultation between law enforcement agencies. The law also creates new pathways for relatives of trafficking victims to obtain temporary protection and work permits.

Maddy summaryHRES 1394 is a non-binding resolution celebrating the U.S.-India partnership based on shared democratic values, religious pluralism, and human rights, while highlighting the contributions of the Indian diaspora in the United States. It specifically recognizes the 50th anniversary of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha's community work, including its spiritual centers (mandirs) and volunteer efforts across the country. The resolution does not create legal obligations but formally acknowledges these ties and achievements.

Maddy summaryHR 9210, the Criminal Judicial Administration Act of 2024, would change how federal courts handle transportation costs for defendants who cannot afford them. It updates eligibility criteria to focus on defendants deemed indigent (like those with appointed lawyers) rather than requiring a separate "interests of justice" finding, and expands coverage to include lodging and food during travel. The bill also allows magistrate judges to rule on post-trial motions - including habeas corpus petitions - in misdemeanor and petty offense cases where defendants consent. These changes directly affect federal criminal defendants who qualify as indigent and face court appearances.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a federal grant program to help state, local, and tribal prosecutors' offices hire and retain legal staff. It provides competitive grants covering up to 75% of costs for hiring, training, or retaining prosecutors and support staff, with preference given to rural, tribal, and areas affected by budget cuts. The program requires annual reporting on outcomes and includes $10 million in annual funding for fiscal years 2025-2029.

Maddy summaryHR 9154, the Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2024, would increase compensation for chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees from $60 to $120 per case, with automatic inflation adjustments. This directly affects chapter 7 trustees who handle consumer bankruptcy cases, as their pay has not risen since 1994 despite inflation. The bill amends Section 330 of bankruptcy law to set the new rate and ensures the remainder of filing fees funds the U.S. Trustee System Fund without changing chapter 7 filing fees. It also extends terms for temporary bankruptcy judgeships to address caseload pressures.

Maddy summaryHRES 1382 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' view that Americans should resolve political disagreements without threats or violence, citing recent incidents like the 2011 shooting of Rep. Giffords and increased threats against election officials. It calls on political leaders of all parties to consistently and often condemn political violence, including after the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump. The resolution does not create new laws but formally states the House's position on this issue.

Maddy summaryHR 9104, the Access to Birth Control Act, requires pharmacies that normally stock contraception to provide birth control or related medications without delay if in stock, or immediately offer alternatives like referrals to other pharmacies or expedited orders if unavailable. It prohibits pharmacists from intimidating customers, misrepresenting availability, breaching confidentiality, or refusing to fill valid prescriptions for birth control. Pharmacies violating these rules face civil penalties up to $1,000 per day or private lawsuits. The law specifically applies to pharmacies that routinely carry contraception and excludes cases where a valid prescription is missing or payment cannot be made. It aims to address documented refusals to dispense birth control, particularly following the Dobbs decision.