Rep. John R. Moolenaar

Maddy summaryHR 4148 disapproves a Department of Labor regulation (88 Fed. Reg. 57526) that would have updated wage requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act for federal construction projects. The bill states this regulation "shall have no force or effect," preventing federal contractors from being subject to the proposed changes. This is a procedural measure targeting a specific regulatory update, directly affecting contractors working on federally funded construction projects.

Maddy summaryHR 4142, the "No Adversarial AI Act," prohibits U.S. federal agencies from acquiring or using artificial intelligence (AI) developed by "foreign adversary entities" as defined by the bill. Within 90 days of enactment, agencies must review and remove such AI from their systems, barring exceptions for scientific research, testing, counterterrorism, or mission-critical functions. The bill requires the Federal Acquisition Security Council to create and regularly update a public list of covered AI within 180 days, with removals possible if entities provide certification. This law directly affects federal agencies managing AI systems and aims to mitigate security risks from foreign-sourced AI technology.

Maddy summaryHR 1082 establishes new safety standards for human cell and tissue products used in medical treatments. It imposes civil penalties of up to $20,000 per violation (with a maximum $10 million total) for tissue providers who fail to comply with FDA regulations, and requires the FDA to publish educational materials, inspection data, and response times for tissue-related inquiries on its website. The bill also mandates annual public reports on tissue establishment registrations, inspections, and Tissue Reference Group activity, while directing the FDA to host workshops for stakeholders. These measures directly affect tissue providers, the FDA, healthcare professionals, and patients by increasing transparency and accountability in the regulation of these medical products.

Maddy summaryHRES 527 is a symbolic resolution designating June 2025 as "National Dairy Month" to honor dairy's role in nutrition and the agricultural economy. It recognizes dairy as a key source of calcium and vitamin D (per Dietary Guidelines), supports over 3.2 million jobs, and highlights the industry's $793 billion economic impact. The resolution encourages public support for dairy farmers while condemning unfair regulatory burdens on the sector. As a non-binding expression of support, it does not create new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis symbolic House resolution (HRES 521) expresses support for Israel’s military actions against Iran’s nuclear facilities, citing Iran’s nuclear enrichment progress (including 60% enriched uranium stockpiles nearing weapons-grade levels) and Iran’s attacks on Israeli civilians. It specifically endorses Israel’s "proportional" strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and military targets following Iran’s rejection of diplomatic efforts, while condemning Iran’s attacks that killed 24 Israelis and wounded 590. The resolution calls on Iran to halt nuclear enrichment and dismantle its program, reaffirms U.S. support for Israel’s security, and urges global condemnation of Iran’s nuclear activities. As a non-binding resolution, it does not enact policy but formally aligns the House with Israel’s actions against Iran’s nuclear program.

Maddy summaryThis bill, HR 4043 (Line 5 Act), formally codifies the U.S. government’s obligation to comply with the 1977 U.S.-Canada treaty governing pipeline transit (TIAS 8720). It states that the President or their designee cannot violate this specific treaty agreement. The bill does not create new policy or affect any specific group; it simply reinforces existing treaty obligations. It is a procedural measure with no direct impact on legislation, regulations, or stakeholders beyond confirming adherence to an existing international agreement.

Maddy summaryHR 3966 requires certain tax-exempt organizations, including think tanks and cultural nonprofits, to annually disclose foreign contributions exceeding $10,000 from foreign governments, political parties, or entities controlled by them. The bill mandates that these organizations report the name of the foreign source and the total amount received, with this information made publicly available in a searchable IRS database. It directly affects nonprofits receiving significant foreign funding, aiming to increase transparency about potential foreign influence operations. The legislation targets funding from sources like foreign governments or entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party, as highlighted in congressional findings about influence campaigns. The policy change creates a new reporting requirement under the Internal Revenue Code, effective for tax years after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends federal law to block Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) from going to local governments that qualify as "sanctuary jurisdictions." A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as a city or county that restricts sharing immigration status information with federal authorities or refuses to comply with certain immigration detainer requests. The law requires grant recipients to certify they are not sanctuary jurisdictions during the grant period. This directly affects cities and counties with policies limiting cooperation on immigration enforcement, potentially withholding federal funds for housing, infrastructure, and community programs. The exception for jurisdictions not sharing information when victims or witnesses of crimes come forward is included.

Maddy summaryThe Paving the Way for American Industry Act amends a provision of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to require that yellow organic pigments used in road, highway, and airport surface markings must be manufactured entirely within the United States. Specifically, it mandates that the entire manufacturing process - from combining materials through the chemical reaction forming the pigment - must occur domestically, including the creation of new molecular structures. This requirement applies immediately to pigments in water-based paints for surface markings, with full implementation for all formulas starting two years after the bill's enactment. The Office of Management and Budget must update relevant guidance within 90 days to reflect this change.

Maddy summaryThe Veterans Patient Advocacy Act (HR 2068) requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to ensure rural veterans can access patient advocates at VA medical facilities, including assigning advocates to rural community-based outpatient clinics when feasible. This policy directly affects veterans receiving care at rural VA locations by providing dedicated support to help navigate healthcare services. The VA must implement this change within two years of the bill’s enactment, and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) must report on implementation progress within the same timeframe. The law focuses on improving access to advocacy for a specific group (rural veterans) without altering broader healthcare benefits or funding.