Rep. Yvette D. Clarke

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Encouraging Public Service in Our National Parks and Public Land Act, requires the Secretary of the Interior to make specific federal recreational lands and waters free of admission fees on designated dates throughout the year. The key provision mandates that these free access days include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the first day of National Park Week, Juneteenth, Great American Outdoors Day, National Public Lands Day, and Veterans Day. Additionally, the legislation grants the Secretary the authority to establish extra fee-free days beyond those listed. These changes directly affect visitors to national parks and other federal recreational areas by providing them with guaranteed free entry on these holidays and observances.

Maddy summaryThe No Medicare Clawbacks Act of 2026 prevents group health plans from taking back money they have already paid for medical services if a patient later becomes eligible for Medicare benefits. This rule applies specifically when the medical care was provided during a period of retroactive Medicare coverage and the patient was current on their required health plan contributions at the time of service. By amending the Social Security Act, the bill ensures that individuals do not face financial penalties for receiving care before their Medicare eligibility is officially recognized. The legislation directly affects employers offering group health plans and their employees who might otherwise face recouped payments due to delayed Medicare enrollment.

Maddy summaryThe Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2026 allows nationals of Haiti and their immediate family members who have lived continuously in the United States since June 26, 2024, to apply for permanent resident status. To qualify, applicants must submit their request within three years of the bill's enactment and generally cannot have been convicted of aggravated felonies, multiple crimes of moral turpitude, or acts of persecution. The bill also permits eligible individuals with existing deportation orders to apply without first overturning those orders and grants them work authorization while their applications are pending. Additionally, the legislation ensures that granting permanent residence to these applicants does not reduce the number of available immigrant visas for other categories.

Maddy summaryThe GRACE for Military Survivors Act extends the deadline for contributing military death benefits to Roth IRAs and Coverdell education savings accounts from one year to three years. This change directly benefits families of service members who receive these death benefits, giving them more time to save for retirement or education. The law applies to benefits received after the bill is enacted and includes a special rule allowing contributions made within a specific window for benefits received between 2001 and the enactment date. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, the bill ensures that eligible funds can be deposited into these tax-advantaged accounts without losing their value due to time limits.

Maddy summaryThe Diversity Visa Protection and Modernization Act limits the executive branch's ability to completely stop the Diversity Visa Program, which provides immigration opportunities to applicants from countries with low rates of migration to the United States. Instead of allowing indefinite or broad pauses, the bill permits only targeted restrictions on specific countries, individual security denials, or temporary suspensions lasting no more than 60 days. Any such limitation requires the relevant government officials to notify Congress and publish details about the threat and legal basis at least seven days in advance. Additionally, the law ensures that individuals who have already received a Diversity Visa cannot lose their eligibility due to a temporary program-wide suspension.

Maddy summaryThis resolution celebrates the progress made under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded education programs. It acknowledges the law's role in increasing graduation rates, expanding access to nontraditional fields, and improving athletic opportunities for women and girls. The document calls on the executive branch to protect students from discrimination based on sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity while condemning efforts to use the law to harm transgender and nonbinary students. Additionally, it urges the transfer of Title IX enforcement authority to remain within the Department of Education rather than the Department of Justice.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the House of Representatives' sense that Congress must urgently restore the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to protect against racial discrimination in voting and ensure fair political representation for all Americans. It specifically calls for ending the 60-vote threshold in the Senate to allow for easier passage of legislation and proposes structural changes to the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices, a binding code of ethics, and potentially expanding the court's size. The text argues that recent Supreme Court decisions have weakened voting protections and enabled partisan gerrymandering, threatening the political power of communities of color and undermining democratic institutions. By outlining these specific legislative and structural goals, the bill aims to rebuild public trust in the judiciary and strengthen the mechanisms that guarantee equal access to the ballot box.

Maddy summaryThe Federal Workforce Reproductive Rights Protection Act prevents federal agencies from relocating headquarters or major operations to states with laws restricting or banning abortion, while also barring the use of funds to build or lease facilities in those locations. To support federal employees who need to access reproductive health care, the bill allows workers to decline transfers to restrictive states, grants up to 21 days of paid leave for travel to obtain such services, and provides reimbursement for travel costs without requiring disclosure of the specific medical procedure. Additionally, the legislation prohibits government agencies from investigating an employee's use of abortion services when reviewing security clearances or making personnel decisions and protects workers from retaliation if they exercise these new rights.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of women enrolling in the U.S. Military, Naval, Air Force, and Coast Guard Academies. It formally designates a specific day to honor the history and achievements of female cadets and graduates, noting their significant contributions to military leadership and combat roles since 1976. The text highlights specific milestones, such as women earning the Army Ranger tab and commanding aircraft carriers, while acknowledging their continued service in both uniform and civilian sectors. Ultimately, the bill serves as a symbolic gesture to recognize the progress made by women in the armed forces without altering any existing laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThe Latonya Reeves Freedom Act of 2026 strengthens the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure individuals with long-term service and support needs have a federally protected right to live in their communities rather than institutions. It requires states and insurance providers to offer community-based services that allow people to maintain independence, control their own care, and access affordable, integrated housing. The bill mandates that public entities and insurers create enforceable transition plans to move people out of institutions, conduct self-evaluations to identify barriers, and establish clear grievance procedures for resolving complaints. Enforcement is handled by the Department of Justice, which can investigate violations, while individuals may also file civil lawsuits to seek damages or court orders preventing institutionalization.