Sen. John R. Curtis

Maddy summaryHRES 1394 is a non-binding resolution celebrating the U.S.-India partnership based on shared democratic values, religious pluralism, and human rights, while highlighting the contributions of the Indian diaspora in the United States. It specifically recognizes the 50th anniversary of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha's community work, including its spiritual centers (mandirs) and volunteer efforts across the country. The resolution does not create legal obligations but formally acknowledges these ties and achievements.

Maddy summaryHR 9167 restricts how federal funds can be used to transport migrants. It prohibits using FEMA's Shelter and Services Program grants to move migrants to jurisdictions without written approval from local officials, and requires grantees to report quarterly to FEMA on each migrant's destination. Jurisdictions violating this rule lose eligibility for these grants. The bill also mandates documentation confirming migrants have support in destination areas and requires quarterly GAO reports listing all grant recipients and amounts. This directly affects cities, counties, and states receiving FEMA shelter grants.

Maddy summaryHRES 1381 is a symbolic resolution that commemorates the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams' historical achievements, including over 5,300 total medals across past Games. It expresses congressional support for U.S. athletes competing in the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, France, and commends the Government of France for hosting the events. The resolution also commits to ensuring a safe environment for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. As a non-binding expression of support, it does not create new laws or allocate funds.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies tax rules for mutual ditch irrigation companies (organizations that manage water systems for farms). It allows these companies to exclude income from water sales, leases, or related transactions from taxable income, promoting water conservation and efficiency. However, if such income is used for non-operational expenses (like building new water infrastructure outside their system), it becomes taxable. The change applies to tax years after the bill's enactment, directly affecting agricultural water management organizations.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 10-year permit for maintaining a U.S. flagpole at Kyhv Peak Lookout Point in Utah's Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. It prioritizes Robert S. Collins of Provo, Utah, or a qualified person from Utah County (residents or local organizations with flagpole experience) for the permit, with renewal rules requiring 180-day notice before expiration. The permit includes terms for proper maintenance and prohibits accepting payment for referring applicants.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project Act to update definitions, expand the service area to include additional communities in New Mexico and Arizona, and establish a "Deferred Construction Fund" for delayed project facilities. It increases the authorized funding to $2.175 billion for fiscal years 2009-2029 and creates three trust funds to manage water resources development, operations/maintenance, and specific needs of the Jicarilla Apache Nation. The bill directly affects the Navajo Nation, Jicarilla Apache Nation, and the City of Gallup by changing how water infrastructure is funded, managed, and expanded. It updates environmental review terminology to "Final Environmental Impact Statement" and clarifies tax treatment for water facilities on tribal versus non-tribal land.

Maddy summaryHJRES 188 is a joint resolution seeking to disapprove a Department of the Interior rule on conservation and landscape health. The rule, published in the Federal Register on May 9, 2024 (89 Fed. Reg. 40308), would have established new federal guidelines for managing public lands. This resolution invokes the congressional disapproval process under Title 5, U.S. Code, to prevent the rule from taking effect. If enacted, it would halt the rule's implementation, directly affecting how federal land conservation policies are applied.

Maddy summaryHR 9060 extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel producers and users through 2025, replacing the previous 2024 expiration date. It amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the biodiesel credit (Section 40A) and biodiesel mixture credit (Section 6426) for fuels sold or used after December 31, 2024. The bill also adds a provision preventing double benefits by requiring the credit amount to be zero for fuels already claiming another credit under Section 45Z(a). This directly affects biodiesel producers, refiners, and businesses using these fuels for tax purposes.

Maddy summaryHJRES 164 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a rule issued by the Department of Commerce regarding firearms license requirements. It directly targets the rule published in the Federal Register (89 Fed. Reg. 34680), which would have revised licensing procedures for firearms dealers. If passed, the resolution would prevent this rule from taking effect by invoking the congressional disapproval process under federal law. The bill does not create new regulations but aims to halt an existing rule affecting gun license applicants and dealers.

Maddy summaryHR 8978, the Voluntary Sustainable Apparel Labeling Act, establishes a voluntary EPA-run program for apparel companies to display standardized sustainability labels on products. The labels must show a numerical summary of full life cycle greenhouse gas emissions (from farming to disposal) and include a QR code linking to detailed data, all verified using international environmental standards. Participating apparel manufacturers and retailers (not end consumers) directly affect the labeling requirements, though participation is optional. The program mandates clear disclosure of who reports specific emission data (manufacturer vs. retailer) and requires EPA verification to prevent misleading claims. The bill also includes penalties for fraudulent label use and requires the EPA to publish effectiveness reports every 5 years.