Rep. Greg Stanton

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution authorizes the National Fraternal Order of Police to hold two public events on the Capitol Grounds: the 45th Annual National Peace Officers' Memorial Service (May 15, 2026) honoring law enforcement officers who died in 2025, and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition (May 14, 2026). The events must be free, open to the public, and arranged to avoid disrupting congressional work, with the sponsors covering all costs and liabilities. The resolution specifies dates, requires approval from the Architect of the Capitol for setup, and directs Capitol Police to enforce existing grounds restrictions during the events. As a procedural authorization, it does not create new laws but permits specific uses of public space.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the week of May 10 through May 16, 2026, as Taiwanese American Heritage Week to honor the contributions of the Taiwanese American community. It recognizes over 700,000 Taiwanese Americans who have made significant impacts in fields such as technology, science, and public service, particularly in the semiconductor industry. The measure also highlights the importance of people-to-people ties between the United States and Taiwan, marking the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Taiwan Relations Act.

Maddy summaryHRES 64 is a non-binding House resolution affirming the U.S.-South Korea alliance. It highlights historical ties (dating to 1882), economic partnerships (including 2023 trade data), and security cooperation (like the 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty), while celebrating Korean American contributions to U.S. society. The resolution formally supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations and notes the 2025 anniversary of Korean liberation. It does not create new laws or funding, but serves as a symbolic statement of congressional support for the alliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill would amend federal law to strengthen penalties for organized retail crime by expanding definitions of theft to include digital goods, gift cards, and setting a $5,000 aggregate value threshold for charges over a 12-month period. It would establish a new "Organized Retail and Supply Chain Crime Coordination Center" under Homeland Security to coordinate Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement efforts against cross-jurisdictional theft groups. The Center would share information with retailers, transportation companies, and law enforcement agencies, track crime trends, and produce annual reports on organized retail crime. This legislation directly affects retailers, supply chain businesses, and law enforcement agencies, while targeting organized crime groups responsible for a 93% increase in larceny incidents and rising safety concerns for retail employees. The bill aims to address significant financial losses and supply chain disruptions noted in the National Retail Federation's 2023 data.

Maddy summaryThis resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' support for the Taiwan Relations Act and longstanding bipartisan U.S. policy toward Taiwan. It highlights key provisions such as maintaining commercial and cultural ties, emphasizing regional peace, and providing Taiwan with defensive arms. The document also reiterates the Six Assurances, which clarify that the U.S. does not set a date for ending arms sales, will not mediate between Taiwan and China, and will not pressure Taiwan to negotiate with China. By restating these principles, the bill aims to reinforce the current framework without introducing new legal obligations or changing existing policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the U.S. government from spending money on military actions against Iran between its enactment and December 31, 2026, unless Congress explicitly approves the use of force. It allows for military action only if Congress declares war, passes a specific authorization, or if the action is necessary to defend the United States or its allies from an imminent attack while following reporting requirements. The law directly restricts the President's ability to deploy troops without legislative approval during the specified timeframe.

Maddy summaryThe Vote by Mail Protection Act of 2026 directly affects the federal government by nullifying Executive Order 14399, which previously required citizenship verification in federal elections. This legislation prohibits any federal agency from enforcing the order or using taxpayer funds to carry out its activities. By repealing the executive order, the bill removes the mandate for agencies to verify citizenship as a condition for voting in federal elections.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses support for designating May 5, 2026, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It calls on the public and organizations to honor the victims and show solidarity with their families. The bill also recommends that the Department of Justice commission a new study to gather updated statistics on the crisis, noting that previous data is nearly a decade old.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Protecting Human Rights and Public Health in Foreign Assistance Act, aims to cancel specific regulations issued by the Department of State. It directly affects the federal government by prohibiting any department or agency from enforcing, implementing, or proposing rules related to protecting life, combating discriminatory equity ideology, and combating gender ideology in foreign aid programs. The legislation treats these cancelled rules as if they never existed, effectively nullifying their impact on future foreign assistance policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to limit the use of short-term holding facilities to a maximum of 12 hours for detainees, unless specific exceptional circumstances like medical emergencies or natural disasters occur. To enforce this rule, the Department of Homeland Security must ensure facilities remain safe and provide meals every six hours, along with constant access to water and appropriate food for vulnerable individuals such as minors and pregnant women. The legislation also mandates that officials document any instances where a detainee is held longer than 12 hours and submit annual reports to Congress detailing the number of such cases, their duration, and the reasons given for the extended custody. Additionally, the Department's Inspector General will conduct periodic audits to verify compliance with these new standards.