Sen. Andy Kim

Maddy summaryH.J. Res. 193 proposes a constitutional amendment to eliminate legal immunity for federal officials, including the President, from criminal prosecution for actions taken while performing official duties. It also prohibits the President from granting a pardon to themselves. The amendment would apply to all federal officers (such as the President, Vice President, and members of Congress) except for Congress members acting in their legislative role as defined in the Constitution. If ratified by 38 states, this change would become part of the U.S. Constitution, requiring no further congressional action.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates September 2024 as "PCOS Awareness Month" to highlight polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal condition affecting an estimated 5-10 million U.S. women and girls. It recognizes PCOS as a serious health issue linked to infertility, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, mental health challenges, and other related conditions. The resolution urges increased public and medical education about PCOS, improved diagnosis, and research into better treatments, without creating new laws or funding. It directly supports women and girls living with PCOS by promoting awareness of its wide-ranging health impacts.

Maddy summaryHR 9104, the Access to Birth Control Act, requires pharmacies that normally stock contraception to provide birth control or related medications without delay if in stock, or immediately offer alternatives like referrals to other pharmacies or expedited orders if unavailable. It prohibits pharmacists from intimidating customers, misrepresenting availability, breaching confidentiality, or refusing to fill valid prescriptions for birth control. Pharmacies violating these rules face civil penalties up to $1,000 per day or private lawsuits. The law specifically applies to pharmacies that routinely carry contraception and excludes cases where a valid prescription is missing or payment cannot be made. It aims to address documented refusals to dispense birth control, particularly following the Dobbs decision.

Maddy summaryHR 3042 updates the eligibility rules for countries seeking to become "candidate countries" under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) program. It revises the income threshold to align with World Bank graduation standards and clarifies that U.S. waivers or suspensions of foreign aid restrictions no longer disqualify countries. The bill specifies that the MCC Board will make the final determination on candidate country status. This directly affects countries aiming to qualify for U.S. economic aid through the MCC program.

Maddy summaryHRES 1355 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of July 10 as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. It honors lineworkers who maintain electrical infrastructure under hazardous conditions, including during disasters, and commemorates Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, who died on July 10, 1896, while troubleshooting an electrical outage. The resolution encourages public recognition of these workers' contributions but does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHRES 1349 is a symbolic House resolution recognizing the success of the Food for Peace Act, which provides U.S. humanitarian food aid to global populations facing hunger. It does not create new policy or funding but formally acknowledges the program’s impact - such as reaching 53 million people with emergency aid in 2022 - and highlights global hunger statistics (e.g., 783 million people hungry in 2022). The resolution urges continued U.S. funding prioritization for the program but has no binding effect or direct policy changes. It directly affects no new groups, as it solely expresses congressional support for an existing aid program.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the National and Community Service Act to allow DACA recipients to qualify for AmeriCorps programs. It directly affects undocumented immigrants who received deferred action under the 2012 DACA policy, including those who would otherwise be ineligible due to immigration status. The key change adds DACA recipients to the list of eligible participants by modifying the existing eligibility criteria in the law. The policy takes effect upon enactment, applying only to educational awards disbursed after that date.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases military pay rates for all service members across pay grades and years of service, effective January 1, 2025, with specific rate adjustments detailed in the legislation. It expands eligibility for the basic needs allowance to 200% of current rates and authorizes $1.2 billion for housing allowances in fiscal year 2025. The bill also improves child care access by requiring competitive pay for military child care staff, reducing fees for children of child care employees, and mandating regular reports on child care services. Additionally, it enhances health care access by waiving referral requirements for certain services in military medical facilities and establishes a permanent program to support military spouses' employment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 2365, Public Law 118-66) directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish the National Parkinson’s Project. It requires HHS to create and update a coordinated national plan for preventing, diagnosing, treating, and researching Parkinson’s disease and related disorders (including multiple system atrophy and progressive supranuclear palsy), while coordinating federal research and care efforts across agencies like the NIH, CDC, and VA. The law mandates annual progress assessments, an advisory council with patient advocates and diverse experts, and annual reports to Congress on federal Parkinson’s programs and recommendations for improvement. It affects federal agencies managing Parkinson’s-related programs and aims to improve care coordination and research efficiency for patients and caregivers, with the law sunsetting in 2035.

Maddy summaryHRES 1332 is a symbolic resolution recognizing June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. It encourages the celebration of Pride Month to honor the historical struggles and achievements of LGBTQIA+ people in the United States, while acknowledging the ongoing challenges they face. This resolution does not create new laws or policies, but serves as a formal recognition of LGBTQIA+ rights as human rights and highlights their integral role in American history. The resolution was introduced by multiple members of Congress and passed by the House of Representatives.