Rep. Michael Lawler

Maddy summaryHR 277 would require Congress to approve major federal regulations before they take effect. Major rules are defined as those with significant economic impact ($100 million+ annually), major cost increases for consumers or industries, or significant adverse effects on competition, employment, or innovation. Agencies must submit detailed information about these rules to Congress, including cost-benefit analyses, before they can take effect. Congress would have 70 session days to approve the rule with a joint resolution; if they don't act within that timeframe, the rule would not take effect. This would increase congressional oversight of federal regulations and require more detailed information about proposed rules before they become law.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 527 (HRES 527), introduced on June 20, 2023, is a symbolic resolution condemning the rise in antisemitic violence and harassment targeting Jewish Americans. It directly addresses Jewish Americans affected by recorded increases in antisemitic incidents, including attacks on synagogues and hate speech. The resolution calls on all members of Congress to denounce antisemitism, commit to combating it, and advance accurate Holocaust education while countering Holocaust denial. As a non-binding resolution, it expresses congressional solidarity but does not create new laws or funding.

Secure E-Waste Export and Recycling Act This bill prohibits the export or reexport of electronic waste, such as computers, televisions, and consumer electronics, subject to certain exemptions (e.g., items that meet specific criteria designed to ensure they do not become the source of counterfeit products).

Maddy summaryHRES 520 is a symbolic resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating the second week of June as "Children's Week" in the United States. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but urges the President to issue a proclamation encouraging public observance through ceremonies and activities focused on children's well-being. The resolution highlights challenges children face, such as poverty and safety concerns, and calls for collaboration between organizations, businesses, and individuals to support children's futures. It directly affects the public and participating organizations by promoting awareness of children's issues during this designated week. As a non-binding resolution, it serves only as a formal expression of support without altering existing policies.

Maddy summaryThe Safer Response Act of 2023 increases federal funding for first responder training. It amends the Public Health Service Act to raise annual funding from $36 million (fiscal years 2019-2023) to $56 million (fiscal years 2024-2028). This funding directly supports state and local first responder programs, including police, fire, and emergency medical services. The key mechanism is a specific, multi-year budget adjustment for training initiatives under the Public Health Service Act. The bill focuses solely on increasing financial resources for training, with no additional policy changes described.

Maddy summaryHR 4091 amends the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to require that reports on substance use disorder data also include information about mental health conditions and mental health treatment services. This change applies to data reported by Medicaid managed care organizations to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The new reporting rules will take effect 12 months after the bill is enacted, expanding existing data collection to cover both substance use and mental health care.

Maddy summaryThe Protecting Moms and Infants Reauthorization Act of 2023 increases annual federal funding for residential treatment programs supporting pregnant and postpartum women from $29,931,000 to $38,931,000, covering fiscal years 2024 through 2028. It directly affects these treatment programs by providing higher annual funding to maintain services. The key provision is the specific funding amount change, extending the program's authorization period without altering eligibility or service requirements. This reauthorization ensures continued access to specialized care for this population through 2028.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all U.S. flags displayed on federal property or purchased by federal agencies to be 100% made in the United States, meaning all materials and manufacturing must occur domestically. It directly affects federal agencies (including military departments, legislative/judicial branches, and U.S.-owned corporations) and their procurement of flags for display on government property. Key provisions include a 90-day implementation for new flag purchases and a 2-year phase-in for display requirements, with a separate mandate for the FTC to study and report on country-of-origin labeling enforcement for flags within one year. The bill does not apply to private entities or flags displayed off federal property.

Maddy summaryThe Road To Recovery Act (HR 4101) increases federal funding for a national center supporting peer-led addiction recovery services. It amends the Public Health Service Act to raise annual funding from $1 million to $2 million for the National Peer-Run Training and Technical Assistance Center for Addiction Recovery Support, covering fiscal years 2024 through 2028. This center provides training and resources to peer support specialists working directly with individuals in addiction recovery. The bill directly affects the center's operations and the people receiving addiction recovery support services it helps deliver.

Maddy summaryHR 4076 establishes a joint U.S.-Israel program to fund health technology development, authorizing $4 million annually (2024-2026) through the U.S. Health and Human Services Department. It requires Israel to match U.S. funding and focuses on collaborative projects in artificial intelligence, vaccines, telemedicine, diagnostic tests, and data-driven personalized medicine for emerging infectious diseases. The program can either build on an existing U.S.-Israel agreement or create a new one under a 2008 science cooperation framework. This bill directly affects U.S. federal health agencies and the Israeli government, with funds restricted to joint projects meeting specific technological and health priorities.