Rep. Richard McCormick

Maddy summaryHR 2332, the SHARE Act of 2025, standardizes how states share criminal history background check information for professional licensing across state lines. It requires the FBI to provide this information to state licensing authorities through agreements with law enforcement, specifically for verifying applicants seeking licenses or practice privileges in multiple states. The bill strictly prohibits states from sharing detailed criminal history records with other states or the public, allowing only a simple "satisfactory" or "unsatisfactory" result to be shared. This directly affects licensed professionals (like nurses or contractors) seeking to practice in multiple states and the state agencies that issue their licenses.

Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act This bill repeals the Corporate Transparency Act. The act requires existing companies and newly created companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for purposes of addressing the financing of terrorism and money laundering.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Stopping Harmful and Outrageous Torts Act, expands legal protections for firearm manufacturers and sellers by strengthening their immunity from civil lawsuits. It requires courts to immediately dismiss any pending cases against these companies that are based on the criminal or unlawful misuse of a gun by a third party, while also clarifying that sellers are not liable for negligence in entrusting products to others. The legislation further restricts who can file such suits by prohibiting foreign governments from bringing these claims and adding a specific exception for victims under the age of 17, though it maintains immunity for cases involving design or manufacturing defects. Additionally, the bill allows companies to move these cases to federal court and grants them the right to appeal dismissal orders immediately, along with the ability to recover legal fees if they win. Finally, it preempts state and local laws that attempt to impose liability on these entities for the same types of misuse-related harms.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the week of June 14 through June 21, 2026, as National Men's Health Week. It does not create new laws or change federal funding but instead encourages the President to issue a proclamation asking the public and organizations to observe the week with awareness events. The measure highlights statistics on men's health disparities, such as lower life expectancy and higher rates of certain diseases, to emphasize the importance of preventive care and early detection. By promoting these health goals, the resolution aims to encourage men to seek medical checkups and adopt healthier lifestyles without altering any existing policies.

Maddy summaryThe No American Left Behind Act directs the Department of Defense to submit a detailed report to Congress within 180 days regarding its efforts to recover, repatriate, and account for U.S. citizens who are held hostage, unlawfully detained, or missing abroad. This report must specifically cover cases in regions like Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan and analyze how military planning, intelligence, and diplomatic strategies influence these recovery operations. The legislation requires the Secretary of Defense to assess current policies, identify gaps in authority or resources, and evaluate the feasibility of creating a formal "No American Left Behind" doctrine to guide future efforts. Ultimately, the bill aims to ensure that considerations for the safety and return of American nationals are integrated into core defense planning and contingency operations.

Maddy summaryThe No Equipment Left Behind Act of 2026 requires the Department of Defense to submit detailed reports to Congress within 60 days of any significant troop withdrawal or redeployment in designated areas. These reports must include comprehensive inventories of military equipment, cost estimates for disposal options like selling or destroying items, and specific plans to prevent captured gear from being used by hostile groups. The law also mandates that the Secretary of Defense obtain written approval from senior leadership for any decision to abandon, destroy, or demilitarize equipment valued over $10 million. Additionally, the bill establishes annual reporting requirements and tasks the Government Accountability Office with reviewing how the department implements these new accountability measures.

Maddy summaryThis resolution introduces articles of impeachment against U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Louise Ross, targeting her for three specific allegations of misconduct. The first article charges her with engaging in an undisclosed extramarital affair with a law enforcement officer while on the job, which created a conflict of interest and violated judicial conduct codes. The second article accuses her of attending a partisan political event sponsored by a district attorney's campaign and admitting to drinking alcohol before presiding over a criminal case. The third article alleges that she knowingly made false statements to federal judges during an investigation into her behavior, thereby obstructing an official proceeding and violating federal law.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally impeaches Judge Eleanor L. Ross of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia for high crimes and misdemeanors. The bill alleges that between October 2023 and October 2025, Judge Ross engaged in sexual intercourse in her federal courthouse chambers during business hours and lied to judicial officials about these acts. An internal investigation confirmed the misconduct and the judge's false statements, leading to a recommendation that she be removed from office. The House of Representatives is using this resolution to initiate the process of trying the judge before the Senate.

Maddy summaryThe Millstone Act amends federal criminal laws to increase penalties for specific sexual offenses involving violence, exploitation, or minors. Directly affecting individuals charged with these crimes, the bill mandates that they face the possibility of the death penalty or life imprisonment alongside fines. Key provisions include expanding the death penalty for acts such as female genital mutilation, civil rights offenses involving sexual misconduct, sex trafficking of children, and the production or distribution of child pornography. By removing previous caps on sentencing, the legislation ensures that these serious violations can result in the most severe punishments allowed under federal law.

Maddy summaryHR 5437, the *Protection of Lawful Commerce in Stone Slab Products Act*, prohibits lawsuits against manufacturers and sellers of stone slab products (like countertops) for injuries caused by silica dust exposure during third-party fabrication (e.g., cutting or grinding by fabricators). It directly affects stone slab manufacturers and sellers by shielding them from civil liability when injuries result from fabricators violating workplace safety laws. The bill’s key provision bans such lawsuits in federal or state courts and requires dismissal of pending cases. It aims to protect this industry, which employs thousands, from claims they cannot control, emphasizing that safety regulations apply to fabricators - not the original sellers.