Rep. Virginia Foxx

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act, amends federal law to explicitly limit membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution to adult human females. It defines a female as someone who naturally possesses or would have the reproductive system capable of producing ova for fertilization, regardless of any congenital anomalies or medical disruptions. By adding this specific definition to the organization's governing code, the legislation clarifies the genealogical and biological requirements for joining the group. The change directly affects the organization's eligibility rules but does not alter its internal operations or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Medicare Advantage plans to implement electronic pre-approval systems for medical services by 2028 and meet transparency reporting standards starting in 2027. Plans must publicly report data on approval/denial rates, appeal outcomes, response times, and technology use for pre-approval requests, including details on how denials relate to clinical criteria. It establishes a 24-hour response timeframe for certain requests and mandates annual reviews of pre-approval requirements based on data and input from seniors and providers. The law directly affects Medicare Advantage plans, seniors enrolled in these plans, and healthcare providers who submit pre-approval requests. These changes aim to make the pre-approval process faster, more transparent, and more accountable for seniors seeking covered medical services.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 139) to make daylight savings time permanent, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThe Transparency in Billing Act of 2026 requires hospitals to include a unique identifier for off-campus outpatient departments on health insurance claims. This rule applies to group health plans and health insurance issuers, ensuring that billing for services provided at locations outside a hospital's main campus clearly distinguishes the specific department involved. Effective January 1, 2027, hospitals must obtain and submit this separate identifier to avoid holding patients liable for these services, with a new reporting process established for suspected violations. The law also authorizes the Secretary of Labor to impose daily civil monetary penalties on hospitals that fail to comply with these billing requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 7893, the FAFSA Verification Efficiency Act, requires the Secretary of Education to verify applicants' Social Security numbers and citizenship status for federal student aid applications. This applies directly to students and families submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The bill mandates that the Education Department work with the Social Security Administration to verify this information, replacing previous language about "the Secretary" with a specific verification requirement. The change focuses on streamlining the process for confirming eligibility details required under federal student aid law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Truman Scholarship Act to reform governance and eligibility for the Harry S Truman Scholarship. It changes the composition of the scholarship foundation's Board of Trustees to include members appointed by congressional leaders and limits political party representation among appointees. The bill establishes new eligibility requirements for students, including citizenship status, academic criteria, and community service standards, while creating procedures for selecting scholarship recipients. It also adds termination conditions for recipients who violate conduct standards, fail to meet reporting requirements, or are convicted of felonies. The changes apply only to scholarships awarded after the bill's enactment date, with existing scholarships remaining unaffected.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates the Carolina Hurricanes on winning the 2026 Stanley Cup, marking the franchise's first championship in two decades. The bill recognizes the team's historic playoff run, their economic impact on Raleigh, North Carolina, and their community contributions to veterans and disaster relief efforts. It also honors specific individuals, including Captain Jordan Staal and Head Coach Rod Brind'Amour, for their leadership and achievements during the season. Ultimately, the House directs the Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the team's owner, general manager, and head coach while acknowledging North Carolina as a hockey state.

Maddy summaryThe Science of Reading Act of 2026 amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to require states receiving federal literacy development grants to align their reading instruction with "science of reading" principles. It explicitly prohibits the use of the "three-cueing model" (a method teaching word recognition through pictures, context, or guessing) and defines science of reading as evidence-based instruction in phonics, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and comprehension. States must describe this alignment in grant applications, and federal funds for literacy programs will only support initiatives meeting these standards. This directly affects states and school districts administering ESEA-funded literacy programs starting in 2026.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates the Carolina Hurricanes on winning the 2026 Stanley Cup, recognizing their 4-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. It highlights key achievements such as the team's 16-3 playoff record, Captain Jordan Staal winning the Conn Smythe Trophy, and the franchise's 20-year anniversary of its first championship. The text also acknowledges the contributions of the coaching staff, management, and individual players, as well as the team's community support efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill redesignates the existing National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund as the America's Legacy Restoration Fund to address deferred maintenance on federal lands. It directs revenue from recreation fees and a portion of energy development income into the fund, which must be used primarily for repairing critical infrastructure like roads, trails, and buildings managed by agencies such as the National Park Service and the Forest Service. The legislation establishes strict rules requiring that most funds go toward non-transportation projects, mandates transparency through public dashboards tracking project status, and sets aside a small percentage for matching private donations. Additionally, the bill increases entrance fees for foreign visitors to ensure they contribute to the fund, while prohibiting the use of these specific funds for land acquisition or employee bonuses.