Rep. Gwen Moore

Maddy summaryHR 1490, the TRIO Access Act, allows colleges to use tax return information from FAFSA applications for specific federal student support programs. It amends tax law (Internal Revenue Code §6103) and the Higher Education Act to permit institutions to share this data with students applying for TRIO programs like Student Support Services (Section 402D) and the McNair Post-Baccalaureate Program (Section 402E). The bill clarifies that tax information collected for financial aid may also be used to determine eligibility for these TRIO programs. This change directly affects colleges and students seeking support through these specific federal initiatives.

Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025 This bill provides for a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded to the Buffalo Soldier regiments (six all-Black cavalry and infantry regiments authorized by Congress in 1866 to serve in the Armed Forces) in recognition of their vital service to the United States.

Maddy summaryThe Family-to-Family Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends federal funding for existing Family-to-Family Health Information Centers, which provide free resources and support to families navigating healthcare systems, especially for children with special healthcare needs. It authorizes $6 million for the period April 1-September 30, 2025, and $9 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. This funding ensures these centers can continue operating without interruption, directly supporting families seeking health information and assistance. The bill makes no new policy changes but secures ongoing financial support for established community-based health education services.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends a temporary tax provision for distilled spirits in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. It amends the tax code to change the end date for a reduced tax coverage limit from January 2022 to January 2032. The change applies to distilled spirits imported into these territories after December 31, 2021. This directly affects businesses and consumers involved in the distilled spirits market in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands by maintaining the lower tax rate for a longer period.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) to recalculate monthly pension benefits for retirees in six specific Delphi-related pension plans to reflect the full vested amount they would have received without prior benefit limits. It mandates lump-sum payments for past underpayments, including 6% annual interest, to eligible retirees and beneficiaries who received lower benefits than guaranteed under ERISA. The PBGC must fund these payments through a new Delphi Full Vested Plan Benefit Trust Fund established in the Treasury. This directly affects retirees in the Delphi Hourly-Rate, Delphi Retirement Program for Salaried Employees, PHI Non-Bargaining, ASEC Manufacturing, PHI Bargaining, and Delphi Mechatronic Systems pension plans. The law does not alter existing PBGC rules for other plans or change how the agency administers benefits generally.

Maddy summaryThe Black History Matters Act directs the National Museum of African American History and Culture to study how public elementary and secondary schools teach Black history across the U.S. The study will identify which schools require this education, assess teaching quality through classroom discussions and materials, and examine how schools measure student learning. It requires the Director to complete the study within three years of the bill’s passage and submit a report to Congress within 180 days of completion. The bill does not change school curricula but aims to gather data on existing practices to inform future education policies. This study directly affects all public schools covered under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.

Maddy summaryHR 1321, the "Ending DOGE Conflicts Act," requires special government employees (like officials overseeing federal contracts) who own, control, or lead companies doing business with the government to file financial disclosure reports with the Office of Government Ethics. These employees must now comply with the same financial disclosure rules as other government officials under Title 5 of the U.S. Code. Until their initial report is certified as compliant by the Office of Government Ethics, these employees are prohibited from performing any official duties related to federal contracting. The bill directly affects high-level government officials with direct financial ties to federal contractors.

Maddy summaryThe Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act of 2025 would create a new office within the Department of Justice to coordinate federal efforts on reducing gun violence. The office, led by a Director appointed by the Attorney General, would integrate existing DOJ programs, evaluate data gaps, and develop evidence-based recommendations for Congress and the President. It would also establish an advisory council including survivors of gun violence, public health officials, and community representatives to guide its work. The office would produce annual reports detailing gun violence trends and policy proposals, while collaborating with agencies like Health and Human Services and the FBI.

Maddy summaryHR 1277, the First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes a single gold medal to honor the First Rhode Island Regiment for its service during the Revolutionary War. The bill commemorates the regiment as one of the first integrated military units in U.S. history, formed in 1778 when Rhode Island allowed enslaved and Indigenous men to enlist and gain freedom upon service. The medal, designed by the Treasury Secretary, will be displayed at the Rhode Island State Library, with Congress encouraging its availability for research and display at relevant historical sites. This is a commemorative measure with no direct policy impact or financial provisions for individuals, focusing solely on historical recognition.

Maddy summaryHR 1251, the All Access Act of 2025, requires Members of Congress (House members and Senators) to present official identification to enter federal public buildings during regular business hours. For access outside these hours, Members must notify the building head at least 12 hours in advance. The bill establishes clear, procedural access rules for congressional members but does not create new policies or affect the public. It is a straightforward procedural measure governing Member access to federal facilities.