Rep. Julie Fedorchak

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the U.S. Secretary of State to create and execute a plan to end the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) across the Middle East. The legislation requires a detailed strategy that assesses current programs like education and healthcare, identifies new organizations to take over these services, and outlines how to fund and oversee the transition without interrupting aid. Once the plan is submitted to Congress, the State Department must begin implementing it within a year while coordinating with host countries and international partners. The bill emphasizes maintaining service continuity and ensuring that any successor groups meet strict standards for transparency and accountability.

Maddy summaryThe Diesel Engine Flexibility Act establishes a ten-year regulatory stability period for diesel engines used in on-road vehicles, non-road equipment, and heavy-duty trucks. During this time, the Environmental Protection Agency is prohibited from issuing new or stricter emission standards beyond the 2007 and 2010 rules for on-road vehicles, or the Tier 4 rules for non-road engines, unless specific exceptions for repairs or fraud enforcement apply. After the decade concludes, any new regulations must include a five-year delay before taking effect and must consider the financial and operational impacts on vehicle owners and manufacturers. The bill also provides legal protection for manufacturers using specific guidance documents to manage engine performance and monitor fluid quality without facing penalties.

Maddy summaryHR 3978, the Nuclear REFUEL Act, amends the Atomic Energy Act to exclude certain nuclear fuel reprocessing methods from the definition of a "production facility." Specifically, it exempts facilities that reprocess spent nuclear fuel without separating plutonium from other elements, or continue uranium enrichment. This change would directly affect nuclear fuel recycling companies and facilities seeking to process spent reactor fuel under streamlined regulations. The bill focuses on altering regulatory classification to potentially simplify licensing for specific recycling processes.

Maddy summaryHR 3194, the LOCOMOTIVES Act, prevents states from setting their own emissions standards for locomotives used in interstate commerce. It amends the Clean Air Act to clarify that federal emissions rules exclusively apply to locomotives providing common carrier railroad transportation for hire (like commercial freight or passenger services across state lines), excluding these from state regulation. This directly affects railroads operating interstate services and state environmental agencies that previously could establish stricter local rules for such locomotives. The bill does not change the actual emissions requirements but shifts regulatory authority solely to the federal government for this specific category of locomotives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the goals of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, which takes place in June. It aims to raise public awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia while encouraging individuals to educate themselves and advocate for better research and care services. The document highlights the significant impact of these conditions on millions of Americans and calls for increased support for patients, their families, and caregivers.

Maddy summaryThe Securing Agriculture's Workforce Act of 2026 modernizes the H-2A visa program by transferring administrative authority to the Department of Homeland Security and introducing a unified online platform to streamline applications for employers and workers. Key provisions include establishing new housing standards with mandatory inspections, creating a system for staggered worker entry and exit, and allowing workers to transfer between employers without losing their status. The bill also defines specific job classifications for wage calculations, expands the scope of covered agricultural activities, and provides legal protections for employers who document the employment of workers seeking visa status. Additionally, it requires agencies to develop a heat illness prevention plan and allows for contract termination due to natural disasters.

Maddy summaryThis bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.

Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act This bill repeals the Corporate Transparency Act. The act requires existing companies and newly created companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for purposes of addressing the financing of terrorism and money laundering.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act, expands legal protections for firearm manufacturers and sellers by strengthening their immunity from civil lawsuits. It requires courts to immediately dismiss any pending cases against these companies that are based on the criminal or unlawful misuse of a gun by a third party, while also clarifying that sellers are not liable for negligence in entrusting products to others. The legislation further restricts who can file such suits by prohibiting foreign governments from bringing these claims and adding a specific exception for victims under the age of 17, though it maintains immunity for cases involving design or manufacturing defects. Additionally, the bill allows companies to move these cases to federal court and grants them the right to appeal dismissal orders immediately, along with the ability to recover legal fees if they win. Finally, it preempts state and local laws that attempt to impose liability on these entities for the same types of misuse-related harms.

Maddy summaryHR 9141, titled the SAVE America Through REAL ID Act, establishes a federal grant program to help states eliminate fees for low-income individuals seeking REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses or identification cards. The legislation defines low-income individuals as those earning at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level or participating in means-tested assistance programs. Funds allocated to states can be used to waive application fees, cover administrative costs, conduct public outreach, and provide mobile services in underserved areas. To receive these funds, states must submit detailed plans outlining how they will identify eligible applicants and ensure privacy compliance, while the Department of Homeland Security will distribute money based on population need and require annual reporting on program usage. The bill authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support these efforts.