Rep. Greg Landsman

Maddy summaryHR 6145 creates a specialized "Children's Court" within U.S. immigration courts to handle cases involving unaccompanied children under 18. The bill requires immigration judges assigned to this court to complete mandatory training on child development, trauma-informed practices, and child-appropriate procedures - including explaining court processes in simple terms, providing breaks during testimony, and ensuring access to legal counsel. It also prohibits sharing sensitive personal information about children without their consent, protecting privacy during proceedings. Annual reports will track case processing, appearance rates, and the court's effectiveness in upholding due process for these children.

Maddy summaryHR 6067, the Early Childhood Nutrition Improvement Act, amends the National School Lunch Act to improve nutrition programs for young children in child care settings. It requires annual eligibility reviews for proprietary child care centers (Section 2) and directs the Secretary to streamline the "serious deficiency" process, clarifying what constitutes serious noncompliance versus minor errors and establishing formal appeals procedures (Section 3). The bill also adjusts meal reimbursement limits for child care programs and mandates a study on third-meal reimbursement, while creating an advisory committee to reduce paperwork burdens for child care centers, family day care homes, and parents (Sections 4, 6). These changes aim to modernize program administration, reduce administrative complexity, and ensure fairer treatment for participating providers and families.

Maddy summaryHRES 771 is a non-binding resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for Israel following Hamas' October 7, 2023, attack. It condemns Hamas' actions, affirms Israel's right to self-defense, and calls for the immediate release of hostages. The resolution also urges enforcement of existing laws restricting aid to terrorists and sanctions against Iran for supporting Hamas. It does not create new policies or allocate funds, as it is a symbolic statement of congressional support.

This resolution expresses unwavering support for Israel and a readiness to consider urgent requests for additional assistance to Israel to defend its people and sovereignty. The resolution also states that (1) Israel is entitled to act in self-defense against Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and associated forces, as well as their state sponsors; and (2) the cross-border attacks and kidnappings against Israel constitute acts of international terrorism and aggression.

Maddy summaryHRES 768 is a symbolic House Resolution expressing congressional support for Israel following Hamas' October 7, 2023 attacks. It condemns Hamas' actions, reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense, and calls for the immediate release of hostages. The resolution references the U.S. commitment to Israel's security through existing military aid programs, including the 2016 U.S.-Israel Memorandum of Understanding, and emphasizes enforcement of laws like the Taylor Force Act to prevent U.S. aid from reaching terrorist groups. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new policy but serves as a statement of congressional support for Israel.

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Ostomy Awareness Day. (Ostomy is a type of surgery that creates an opening in the abdomen that allows for the removal of bodily waste when an individual has lost normal functions of the digestive or urinary systems due to birth defects, colorectal cancer, bladder cancer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, or other medical conditions.)

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes a one-time $40,000 payment to former Air America employees who served at least five years during 1950-1976, or to their survivors (widows/widowers, dependents, or children). Additional $8,000 payments are provided for each full year of service beyond five years. The total funding is capped at $60 million, with claims due within two years of regulations being finalized. It does not create ongoing benefits or change Air America’s legal status, and payments are issued as a single lump sum.

Maddy summaryThe Safe Schools Improvement Act (HR 6031) requires public elementary and secondary schools to implement comprehensive anti-bullying policies that specifically prohibit harassment based on protected characteristics like race, gender identity, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. It mandates schools to collect and publicly report annual data on bullying incidents while establishing clear grievance procedures for students and parents. The bill also requires states to submit biennial reports on school compliance and supports evidence-based interventions, such as restorative practices, to reduce exclusionary discipline. This legislation directly affects all public K-12 schools and students in the U.S., aiming to create safer learning environments through standardized policy requirements and data transparency.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes a previous exclusion that prevented temporary federal employees (including U.S. Postal Service staff and Members of Congress) from counting service after January 1, 1988, toward their retirement benefits. It allows these workers to have their post-1988 temporary service counted toward retirement eligibility if they pay a deposit to the retirement system. The change applies to anyone employed by the federal government on or after the bill's enactment date. The Office of Personnel Management must notify affected employees and create rules to implement this change.

Maddy summaryHR 5999, the Small Business Regulatory Relief Act, creates a new Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act Ombudsman within the Small Business Administration (SBA). This ombudsman will directly assist small businesses by helping them understand and comply with federal regulations through training, compliance guides, and webinars on new rules. The bill requires federal agencies with regulatory authority over small businesses to designate a primary point of contact to coordinate with the ombudsman and provide clear information about regulatory requirements. It mandates that agencies develop and share resources to help small businesses navigate compliance, including assistance with forms and specific regulatory questions.