Rep. Sam T. Liccardo

Maddy summaryThe Save Willy Act of 2026 establishes a four-year pilot program to create a Cetacean Desk within the San Francisco Vessel Traffic Service, directly affecting maritime operators and federal agencies managing vessel traffic in the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Strait. This desk will employ up to two staff members to monitor large whale sightings, coordinate with ship operators to enforce safety guidelines, and share real-time data to reduce the risk of vessel strikes and disturbances. The bill also mandates the use of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence for better detection, requires regular reports on the program's effectiveness, and ensures collaboration with local governments, tribes, and research institutions to protect these marine mammals.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a federal registration system for payment service providers, allowing companies that meet specific state licensing and charter requirements to register with the Comptroller of the Currency and operate across state lines. Once registered, these providers must maintain customer funds in segregated reserve accounts backed by highly liquid assets like U.S. currency, Treasury securities, and insured deposits, and they are prohibited from reusing customer funds for their own purposes. The legislation also requires registered providers to follow fair access rules that prevent discrimination based on political views or beliefs, undergo regular federal examinations, and submit financial reports to regulators. Additionally, the bill grants the Comptroller authority to act as a conservator or receiver for insolvent nonbank payment providers and ensures that customer balances held with these providers are not classified as securities under federal law.

Maddy summaryThe Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to improve maternal health outcomes across the United States by addressing social determinants of health, expanding access to care, and reducing disparities among pregnant and postpartum individuals. The bill establishes a federal task force to coordinate efforts between agencies and stakeholders to eliminate preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity, while providing sustained funding to community-based organizations to address nonclinical factors like housing, nutrition, and transportation. Key provisions include extending WIC eligibility to 24 months postpartum, creating grants to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, implementing respectful maternity care training for all healthcare employees, and establishing compliance programs to track and address bias in maternity care settings. The legislation also includes specific measures for incarcerated mothers, veterans, and vulnerable populations affected by climate change, alongside funding for maternal mental health services and technology-enabled care models to expand access in underserved areas.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that former President Donald Trump, his Special Envoy Steven Witkoff, and all federal officials must comply with the Constitution's Foreign Emoluments Clause. It specifically calls for them to immediately turn over to the Department of the Treasury any payments received from the United Arab Emirates or other foreign states. Furthermore, the resolution urges them to divest from all business interests linked to foreign governments, including those tied to United Arab Emirates officials.

Maddy summaryThe SAFER Act of 2026 establishes federal standards for when financial institutions can transfer certain unclaimed securities, digital assets, and investment accounts to state governments under unclaimed property laws. It directly affects individuals and entities holding these assets, as well as the financial institutions that custody them. Under the bill, financial institutions generally cannot turn over assets from natural persons unless their death is confirmed at least three years prior with no fiduciary interest, or after five years of no contact for other entities. The bill also requires financial institutions to periodically check death databases for inactive accounts of individuals at retirement age and preempts conflicting state escheatment laws regarding these assets.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCONRES 40) directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from hostilities with Iran, as required by the War Powers Resolution. It applies directly to U.S. Armed Forces deployed in conflict with Iran, except for forces needed to defend the U.S. or allies from imminent attack. The bill mandates removal unless the President complies with War Powers Resolution reporting requirements for self-defense actions, without needing new congressional authorization. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new law but compels executive action under existing legal framework.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 17-member Commission on Presidential Capacity to Discharge the Powers and Duties of the Office. This commission, composed primarily of medical professionals and former high-ranking executive officials, would be activated by a concurrent resolution of Congress. Its duty would be to conduct a medical examination of the President to determine if they are mentally or physically unable to discharge the powers and duties of the office due to conditions such as illness, disability, or substance use. Following the examination, the commission would report its findings and a declaration on the President's capacity to Congress and the Vice President, with any refusal by the President to undergo examination taken into consideration.

Maddy summaryThe Next Gen Road Safety Act amends federal funding provisions to allow law enforcement agencies to purchase specialized equipment for managing high-speed vehicle pursuits. This legislation specifically authorizes the procurement of technologies such as vehicle-disabling systems, police bumper systems, and drones to help prevent and de-escalate dangerous chase situations. The changes apply to federal crime control grants under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, enabling agencies to use these funds for the specified safety equipment. The bill focuses on updating existing grant categories to include modern tools that support officer safety and public safety during vehicular pursuits.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution seeks to overturn a Department of Labor rule that changes how the Adverse Effect Wage Rate is calculated for H-2A temporary agricultural workers. If passed, it would nullify the new methodology, reverting to the previous wage calculation standards. The bill directly affects employers and workers involved in temporary agricultural employment by restoring the prior regulatory framework. It uses the congressional review process to disapprove the specific rule published in October 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Keep Innovators in America Act, modifies immigration rules for international students in the United States. It allows students on F-1 visas to work in their field of study after completing their degree requirements, provided the Department of Homeland Security approves the terms. The legislation also permits these students to maintain their student status while their family petitions for permanent residency are pending or approved. These changes aim to extend work opportunities for international graduates without altering their primary student visa classification.