Rep. Juan Ciscomani

Maddy summaryThis bill requires federal agencies to analyze indirect economic costs on small businesses when creating new rules, including costs affecting businesses that interact with regulated entities (like suppliers or partners). It creates a new process allowing small businesses to petition the Small Business Administration's Chief Counsel to review agency certifications claiming a rule won't significantly impact them. Agencies must then provide detailed cost analyses, publish guidance online for small business feedback, and face penalties if they fail to cooperate with reviews. The bill does not change existing regulations but adds new review steps for small business input.

Clergy Act This bill establishes a two-year window for certain members of the clergy and Christian Science practitioners to revoke their exemption from Social Security and Medicare taxes on ministerial earnings. Under current law, such individuals who object to participation in public insurance programs on religious or conscientious grounds may apply to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for an irrevocable exemption and will not receive Social Security or Medicare benefits in retirement unless they have qualifying credits from other employment. The IRS must develop a plan to inform members of the clergy and Christian Science practitioners of their eligibility to revoke prior exemptions, pursuant to the bill's changes.

Maddy summaryThe VA Home Loan Affordability Act updates the Department of Veterans Affairs' home loan program to make it easier and more affordable for veterans to buy or refinance homes. Key changes include removing the requirement for third-party verification of lender fees, allowing refinancing without an appraisal in certain cases, and lowering the minimum interest rate cap for adjustable-rate mortgages from 200 to 75 basis points. The bill also expands loan guarantees for condominiums, caps closing costs and seller fees at 1.5% and 6% of the loan amount respectively, and mandates regular reviews of debt-to-income ratios. Additionally, it requires appraisers to hold state licenses, directs the VA to update property suitability regulations, and sets a deadline for submitting a plan to modernize the agency's loan administration technology.

Maddy summaryThe Medicare Advantage Improvement Act of 2026 aims to speed up care decisions and increase transparency for Medicare Advantage enrollees and providers. Starting in 2028, the bill requires insurance plans to respond to most prior authorization requests within 72 hours and to provide real-time decisions for low-risk services, while also banning requirements for re-authorization when a treatment plan is clinically modified. The legislation introduces a new compliance scoring system that will publicly rank plans and reduce payments to those with poor performance, alongside stricter rules ensuring medical necessity standards match those of traditional Medicare.

Maddy summaryHR 2319, the Women and Lung Cancer Research and Preventive Services Act of 2025, requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to lead an interagency review with Defense and Veterans Affairs. This review will assess current research on lung cancer in women and underserved populations, identify gaps in knowledge, and evaluate opportunities to improve access to preventive screenings and develop public awareness campaigns. The bill mandates a comprehensive report to Congress within two years, detailing findings on collaborative research, environmental/genomic factors, imaging technology, national screening strategies, and education efforts. The review directly involves federal agencies but will ultimately aim to inform future policy changes affecting women and underserved groups eligible for lung cancer screening.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution recognizes the efforts and public safety contributions of linemen and the important role they play in maintaining the nation's energy infrastructure. It expresses support for designating April 18, 2026, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day" and acknowledges linemen as first responders.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the House of Representatives' strong support for designating April 19 through April 25, 2026, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week." It recognizes the impact of crime on victims and survivors, appreciates organizations that assist them, and encourages continued efforts to support victims' rights and services.

Maddy summaryThe Maverick Act authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to transfer three F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center Commission in Huntsville, Alabama, without charge to the Commission. The Commission would be responsible for all costs associated with the aircraft, including conveyance, operation, and maintenance. The bill requires the aircraft to be demilitarized and used exclusively for public display, airshows, or commemorative events to preserve naval aviation heritage. The Commission must also comply with all Federal Aviation Administration regulations, and if these conditions are violated, ownership of the aircraft would revert to the United States.

Maddy summaryThe CERTAIN Act aims to expedite federal permitting and environmental reviews for infrastructure projects by imposing strict timelines on federal agencies. It limits an agency's ability to revoke existing project authorizations unless specific conditions are met, such as a court order or immediate harm. The bill mandates deadlines for agencies to process applications, determine completeness, and conduct environmental reviews, with routine authorizations automatically approved if agencies miss their deadlines.

Maddy summaryThe Vets CLEAR Act allows the Department of Veterans Affairs to deposit certain recovered funds into the Medical Care Collections Fund at the Secretary's discretion, with this authority set to expire on September 30, 2028. The bill expands the types of recoveries that can be deposited, including amounts collected through administrative, legal, or judicial processes related to medical care, services, or medication provided under VA programs. It also requires the Government Accountability Office to submit regular reports to Congress detailing the total amounts recovered and how the VA spent those funds, with reports due every 180 days during the authority's effective period. This legislation directly affects VA financial management and oversight by creating new flexibility in fund allocation while increasing transparency through mandated reporting.