Rep. Christopher R. Deluzio

Maddy summaryThe EACH Act of 2023 would require federal health programs - including Medicaid, Medicare, the Indian Health Service, and TRICARE - to cover abortion services without restrictions. It repeals a provision in the Affordable Care Act that allowed states to limit abortion coverage in health insurance plans sold through state marketplaces. The bill also prohibits the federal government from restricting abortion coverage in private health insurance plans. This would directly affect millions of people, particularly low-income individuals and people of color, who are disproportionately enrolled in Medicaid and currently face barriers to abortion care due to coverage restrictions.

Maddy summaryThe Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2023 directs that taxes collected under the net investment income tax (a tax on investment income for high earners) be added to the Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund, which helps finance Medicare Part A benefits. It modifies the tax code to include certain business income of high-income individuals (with modified adjusted gross income over $400,000 for single filers or $500,000 for joint filers) in the tax base, but includes a phase-in mechanism to limit immediate tax increases. This bill primarily affects high-income taxpayers and aims to strengthen Medicare’s financial stability by increasing trust fund revenue.

Maddy summaryHR 33 would expand Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing services for beneficiaries, which are currently not covered under Medicare. The bill provides 100% coverage for preventive dental services in 2024, with basic dental services gradually increasing to 80% coverage by 2027. Vision coverage would include routine eye exams and corrective lenses at 80% coverage, while hearing services would cover hearing exams and hearing aids at 80% coverage. The bill includes specific limitations, such as two dental cleanings per year and one pair of glasses every 24 months, with the Secretary of Health and Human Services having authority to apply additional limitations or modify coverage based on medical recommendations. The changes would take effect on January 1, 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a federal program within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restore the Ohio River Basin, directly affecting 14 states (Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Illinois, New York, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi) and Tribal Governments. It creates an Ohio River National Program Office to coordinate restoration efforts, requiring projects to prioritize nature-based solutions like restoring natural floodplains and reducing polluted runoff, while improving water quality, fish habitats, and community resilience. The program mandates measurable goals, annual public reporting on progress, and collaboration with states, tribes, and federal agencies. It also requires regular updates to the restoration action plan and prohibits using funds for projects already covered by existing state water infrastructure programs.

Maddy summaryThe Fair Ball Act amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to extend minimum wage and overtime protections to minor league baseball players. It directly affects minor league players who were previously excluded from these protections under a specific exemption. The key change removes the exemption for players covered by an active collective bargaining agreement, requiring teams to pay at least the federal minimum wage and overtime. This policy change updates the existing legal exemption to align with current union agreements, ensuring eligible players receive standard labor protections.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases federal funding for water infrastructure programs under the Safe Drinking Water Act. It raises annual grants for technical assistance from $5 million to $10 million, boosts grants for small water systems from $10 million to $20 million, and extends the program period to 2026-2027. These changes directly affect public water systems, especially smaller ones, that rely on federal grants for infrastructure improvements. The bill focuses solely on adjusting funding levels and timelines without introducing new cybersecurity requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a commission to study whether the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia should be transferred to the Smithsonian Institution. The commission, composed of 8 members appointed by congressional leaders with expertise in Jewish American history and museum administration, will examine the museum's collections, financial status, governance, and feasibility of transfer within two years. The commission must submit a report detailing findings, a fundraising plan, and legislative recommendations for any potential transfer. The bill does not transfer the museum but creates a process to evaluate the possibility.

Maddy summaryHR 7438 directs the U.S. Treasury to mint commemorative coins for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar coins. The coins will be sold to the public at face value plus surcharges ($35, $10, and $5 per coin, respectively), with all surcharge revenue paid to FWC2026 US, Inc. for U.S. soccer programs. These funds must support soccer initiatives, particularly in underserved communities and youth development, as specified in the bill. The coins are legal tender but will only be issued during 2026, with no net cost to the U.S. government.

Maddy summaryHR 6751 authorizes the U.S. Mint to produce commemorative coins honoring Roberto Clemente, a Hall of Fame baseball player and humanitarian, including 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar coins. The coins must feature Clemente's image and inscriptions like "Roberto Clemente" and "2027," with all sales including a surcharge ($5-$35 per coin) paid to the Roberto Clemente Foundation. The foundation, which supports youth sports, education, and disaster relief programs, will use these funds for its mission, while the U.S. Treasury must recover all production costs. The coins will be sold exclusively in 2027, with no net cost to the government.

Maddy summaryHR 1695, the *Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act*, requires all federal agencies to conduct a comprehensive assessment of their software licenses, contracts, and usage within one year of enactment. This assessment must detail current software inventories, costs (including hidden fees), interoperability, and license restrictions, and be submitted to agency leadership, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and Congress. Agencies must then develop a 120-day plan to consolidate software licenses, prioritize enterprise agreements, reduce costs, and improve software management - ensuring purchases avoid vendor favoritism and support interoperability. The OMB will create a government-wide strategy within two years to standardize these efforts, with annual budget reports tracking agency progress on software cost and management metrics.