Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a federal right to access contraception, protecting individuals' ability to obtain contraceptives and health care providers' ability to offer them without government interference. It prohibits states from banning or restricting contraceptive services, products, or information, including laws that force providers to deny care based on personal beliefs or limit access to specific methods. The law immediately overrides conflicting state regulations and ensures that contraception remains available regardless of factors like race, income, disability, or location. It applies to all individuals and providers, building on existing federal protections like the Affordable Care Act's coverage requirements.

Maddy summaryHRES 99 designates January 2025 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" to raise public awareness about stalking and encourage prevention efforts. The resolution directly affects victims of stalking, service providers, law enforcement, schools, and community organizations by urging them to increase education and support services. It does not create new laws or funding but calls on policymakers, criminal justice systems, and institutions to promote awareness and improve responses to stalking. The resolution acknowledges stalking's widespread impact, including high rates of victimization among young adults and technology-facilitated stalking, while emphasizing collaboration to support victims.

This resolution supports federal investment in public K-12 schools, affirms that the Department of Education (ED) plays a vital role in the public education system, and states that public education funding should not be diverted (e.g., through the use of vouchers) to privately run K-12 schools.  The resolution also rejects any claim that the executive branch has the legal authority to (1) dismantle or relocate ED or any of its major offices; or (2) reduce federal funding for public education, block federal grants for education, or transfer funding burdens for education to state and local governments.

Maddy summaryHR 914, the American CANS Act, requires importers of canned agricultural products to clearly mark the country of origin on the front label or top of the can. This applies specifically to agricultural products packaged in cans, as defined by existing law, and affects businesses importing these items into the U.S. The bill amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to mandate this labeling, effective 18 months after the bill's enactment. It does not change product content or pricing, only the required origin disclosure on packaging.

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, extending mental health support programs for healthcare professionals through 2030 (previously ending in 2024). It requires funded programs to specifically address reducing administrative burdens on healthcare workers while continuing to promote access to mental health and substance use disorder services. The legislation directly affects healthcare providers across the U.S. who may access these federally supported resources. Key provisions include extending funding periods and mandating that grant recipients focus on easing workplace administrative tasks, alongside maintaining existing awareness initiatives. The bill does not create new programs but continues and refines existing mental health support for the healthcare workforce.

This bill provides for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the Freedom Riders, in recognition of their contribution to civil rights by fighting for equality in interstate travel.

Maddy summaryHR 921, the Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds for his heroic actions during World War II. The bill recognizes Edmonds' defiance of Nazi orders to separate Jewish-American soldiers at Stalag IX-A prisoner camp, where he declared "We are all Jews here" to protect approximately 200 Jewish soldiers, saving their lives. The medal, to be struck by the U.S. Treasury and presented to his son or next of kin, commemorates his actions and his posthumous recognition as "Righteous Among the Nations" by Yad Vashem. This commemorative act does not create new policy or affect any group beyond honoring Edmonds' legacy.

Maddy summaryThe EITC Modernization Act expands the Earned Income Tax Credit to include more types of dependents (not just "qualifying children" but also "qualifying dependents" including aged dependents and students) and creates a new category for qualifying students who receive Federal Pell Grants or have modified adjusted gross income below 250% of the poverty line. It establishes a minimum $1,200 credit for qualifying students and individuals with certain dependents, allows recipients to receive their credit in monthly payments instead of a single annual payment, and creates new return preparation assistance programs for low-income taxpayers through the IRS. The bill also adjusts eligibility to include individuals as young as 18 without dependents (previously age 25) and adds special provisions for new parents with children born or adopted during the year. These changes aim to increase access to the credit for more working individuals and families while improving the administration of the program.

Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 This bill increases certain payment adjustments under the Medicare physician fee schedule for services furnished between April 1, 2025, and January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 4 is a symbolic resolution expressing Congress's support for tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies (like mutual aid organizations). It recognizes these groups, which have over 7 million members nationwide, as historically and currently providing critical community benefits - including life/health insurance, charitable work, and volunteer services - valued at over $3.8 billion annually. The resolution affirms that their tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code remains beneficial and should continue to be promoted. This is a non-binding expression of congressional sentiment, not a policy change.