Rep. David P. Joyce

Maddy summaryHRES 32 is a resolution supporting the current legal standard for "materiality" in securities disclosures, which requires public companies to share information investors reasonably deem important for decision-making. It opposes new disclosure mandates - particularly related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues - that fall outside the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) core mission of protecting investors and maintaining fair markets. The resolution emphasizes that the SEC's existing materiality standard, established since 1976 and reinforced by Supreme Court precedent, already requires climate-related risks to be disclosed if they impact a company's financials. It argues that expanding disclosure requirements beyond this standard would create unnecessary compliance costs and confuse investors without aligning with the SEC's statutory purpose.

Maddy summaryHR 297 requires the military Secretary to reinstate service members who were involuntarily separated solely for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine. It applies specifically to those separated only due to vaccine refusal, not other reasons. If a covered member chooses reinstatement, they must be returned to their previous rank and branch of service. The bill mandates this action without requiring the member to receive the vaccine.

Maddy summaryThe Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023 would require federal officials, including the Attorney General and other federal officers, to publicly state the specific reasons for not enforcing a federal law they believe is unconstitutional. The bill amends U.S. Code Section 530D to expand this requirement from the Attorney General alone to all federal officers who establish or implement policies regarding law enforcement. It mandates that officials must document the grounds (e.g., constitutional concerns) for such non-enforcement decisions in writing. This change aims to increase transparency in how federal agencies handle laws they deem unconstitutional. The bill directly affects federal enforcement agencies and their decision-making processes.

Maddy summaryHJRES 8 proposes a constitutional amendment to permanently set the Supreme Court's size at nine justices. The bill would require any future changes to the Court's composition to follow this specific number, locking in the current structure. It does not alter the existing Court size (which has been nine since 1869) but aims to prevent future adjustments through legislative action. The amendment must be ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures within seven years to take effect. This is a procedural proposal focused on constitutional structure, not a direct policy affecting citizens or programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes nationwide recognition for valid concealed carry permits. It allows permit holders from any state to carry concealed handguns in states that either issue such permits or don't ban concealed carry, provided they carry a photo ID and their valid permit. Key provisions include making presentation of a valid permit and ID prima facie evidence of compliance, shifting the burden of proof to prosecutors if challenged, and requiring courts to award attorney fees to successful defendants. It does not override state laws prohibiting concealed carry on private property or government lands, nor does it affect restrictions on federal lands like national parks.

Agua Caliente Land Exchange Fee to Trust Confirmation Act This act takes approximately 2,560 acres of specified lands in California into trust for the benefit of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Lands taken into trust shall be part of the tribe's reservation. Further, the act prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.

Maddy summaryHRES 641 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD). It celebrates NACD's history as a locally led conservation organization with 3,000 districts across all 50 states and territories, which works with landowners and governments to manage natural resources. The resolution describes NACD's mission of promoting voluntary, incentive-driven conservation programs at the local level. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or funding, but formally honors NACD's role in conservation efforts.

Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Reauthorization Act of 2022 This act reauthorizes through FY2028 the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act of 1990.

This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 226 North Main Street in Roseville, Ohio, as the Ronald E. Rosser Post Office.

This act designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 82422 Cadiz Jewett Road in Cadiz, Ohio, as the John Armor Bingham Post Office.