Rep. Diana Harshbarger

End Child Trafficking Now Act This bill imposes restrictions related to adult non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) being admitted into the United States with a minor. Such an adult may not be admitted with a minor unless the adult (1) presents documents or witness testimony proving that the adult is a relative or guardian of the minor, or (2) submits to a DNA test that proves such a relationship. The Department of Homeland Security may request a DNA test only if the required relationship cannot be established by the presented documents or witness testimony. An adult who does not consent to a requested DNA test shall be inadmissible. If the required relationship cannot be established and the immigration officer believes the adult is guilty of a felony offense, the officer may arrest the adult. The bill makes it a crime for an adult to knowingly use a minor to whom the adult is not a relative or guardian to enter the United States.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances. It bans the Defense Department from hosting, advertising, or supporting such events, which are defined as performances featuring topless dancers, strippers, exotic dances, or male/female impersonators appealing to prurient interest. The restriction applies to all Defense Department funds and facilities, preventing their use for these specific types of entertainment.

This bill generally prohibits Title X grants for family planning services, research, and training from being used for a hotline, website, or other system that provides individuals with counseling and referrals regarding abortion services. However, the prohibition does not apply (1) in cases of rape or incest, or (2) when a physician certifies that the individual suffers from a physical condition that is life-threatening unless an abortion is performed.

Maddy summaryHR 3212, the "Shall Not Be Infringed Act of 2023," repeals or prevents funding for numerous gun control measures across federal agencies. The bill eliminates funding for Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) modernization efforts, blocks Department of Veterans Affairs programs related to firearm storage, and prohibits CDC and NIH from funding research on firearm injury prevention. It also repeals specific provisions from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act related to background checks and domestic violence restrictions, and prevents the use of federal funds for red flag laws or gun registries. The bill directly affects federal agencies and programs that implement gun control measures, including ATF, VA, HHS, CDC, NIH, and the Department of Education.

Maddy summaryThe HALT Fentanyl Act expands the definition of fentanyl-related substances in the Controlled Substances Act to include many structurally similar compounds, making it easier to regulate new fentanyl analogs without individual listing. It defines these substances based on specific chemical modifications to fentanyl, with limited exceptions for substances already controlled or listed elsewhere. The bill also streamlines research procedures for schedule I substances by creating expedited registration processes and allowing multiple studies under one registration, while requiring the Attorney General to publish a list of substances meeting the new definition.

Maddy summaryHR 3624, the Travel Trailer and Camper Tax Parity Act, amends the tax code to include certain towable travel trailers and campers under floor plan financing rules. This change directly affects recreational vehicle (RV) dealers and manufacturers who sell trailers designed for temporary living quarters (like camping or seasonal use) that are towed by or attached to a motor vehicle. The key provision expands the definition in tax law so these vehicles qualify for the same business tax treatment as other floor plan inventory, allowing dealers to deduct financing costs over time instead of upfront. The law applies to taxable years starting after December 31, 2022.

This resolution impeaches President Biden for high crimes and misdemeanors for allowing aliens to enter the United States in violation of the immigration laws and for related offenses.

Maddy summaryThis resolution, introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, proposes impeaching Attorney General Merrick Garland based on allegations of politicizing the justice system. It claims Garland failed to impartially enforce laws, targeted parents and religious groups, and pursued politically motivated prosecutions (like against former President Trump) while ignoring alleged misconduct by the Biden administration. As a procedural resolution, it has been referred to the Judiciary Committee but has not advanced to a vote or Senate trial. It does not enact any policy changes - it is solely a formal accusation seeking removal from office.

Maddy summaryHRES 411 is a resolution introduced by House members to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, alleging he failed to secure U.S. borders and enforce immigration laws. It claims he violated the Secure Fence Act of 2006 and the Immigration and Nationality Act by not maintaining border control (citing statistics like 6 million border encounters during his tenure), ending border wall construction, and implementing policies like "catch and release" that allegedly facilitated illegal crossings and drug trafficking. The resolution specifically cites failures related to fentanyl seizures (over 14,000 pounds in 2023) and border security protocols. This is a formal House accusation seeking Senate trial, not a law or policy change.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 405) is a symbolic House action seeking to impeach Matthew M. Graves, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. It claims he failed to prosecute 67% of arrests in 2022 (doubling the prior decade's rate), allowed violent crime to rise 23% overall (with homicides up 30%), and prioritized prosecuting political protesters over serious crimes. The resolution asserts these actions "endangered the justice system" and violated his constitutional oath, though it is not a binding legal proceeding. As a procedural resolution, it does not change law or policy and reflects a partisan political statement, not a legislative bill with concrete policy changes.