Rep. Kelly Morrison

Maddy summaryThis bill amends a federal program to promote pollinator-friendly vegetation along roadsides and highway rights-of-way. It expands eligibility to include 501(c)(3) nonprofits managing such projects and requires consultation with the Fish and Wildlife Service before finalizing plans. The bill increases annual funding from $150,000 to $500,000 for program administration and raises the annual funding cap for projects from $2 million to $5 million (for fiscal years 2026-2031). These changes directly affect state transportation departments, federal land agencies, and qualifying nonprofit organizations managing roadside vegetation. The key policy shift is broadening partnership opportunities while increasing funding and clarifying consultation requirements.

Maddy summaryHRES 996 is a resolution introduced by multiple House members to impeach Kristi Lynn Arnold Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, for alleged violations of law and the Constitution. It outlines three articles of impeachment: obstructing congressional oversight by denying access to detention facilities and withholding funds, violating public trust through warrantless arrests and excessive force (including tear gas on children), and self-dealing by awarding federal contracts to associates without competitive bidding. If approved by the House, this resolution would formally charge Noem, triggering a Senate trial to determine her removal from office. The resolution itself does not enact new policy but initiates the constitutional impeachment process against a sitting Cabinet official.

Maddy summaryHR 6271, the Food Bank Emergency Support Act of 2025, appropriates $462.5 million to prevent cuts to food assistance benefits during funding shortfalls or government shutdowns. The funds are specifically designated under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to maintain existing benefit levels for programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and food bank commodity distributions. It ensures these services continue without interruption, including barring furloughs for personnel involved in food distribution during emergencies. The bill directly supports food banks, grocery retailers distributing benefits, and millions of low-income households relying on these services. It takes effect as if enacted on September 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryHR 6088, the *Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025*, repeals specific sections (10101-10108) from a prior reconciliation law. This action revives previous provisions related to food security programs that were modified by those repealed sections. The bill directly affects federal food assistance and agricultural support programs by restoring their prior legal framework. It does not create new policies but reverses recent changes to existing food security measures.

Maddy summaryHR 4509, the NOPAIN for Veterans Act, requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to add FDA-approved non-opioid pain medications to its national formulary within one year of their approval for pain management. These medications must reduce pain without acting on opioid receptors, directly affecting veterans receiving VA care who need pain treatment. The bill mandates the VA include such drugs in its formulary and drug standardization list, expanding access to non-opioid options. It also prohibits using funds from the Cost of War Toxic Exposures Fund to implement these changes, with implementation required within 90 days of the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, modifies how funds from the False Claims Act are deposited into the Crime Victims Fund. It specifies that from 2025 through 2029, certain False Claims Act proceeds (specifically those for qui tam plaintiff payments and government damage reimbursements) cannot be deposited into the fund. This change directly affects the composition of the Crime Victims Fund by excluding these specific revenue streams during the specified period. The bill does not create new benefits or alter victim services; it only adjusts fund allocation rules for existing False Claims Act revenues.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCONRES 69) commemorates the 15th anniversary of the January 8, 2011, Tucson shooting that killed six people and injured 13, including former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords. It honors the victims, survivors, and Giffords - now a prominent advocate for gun violence prevention - and recognizes her leadership in promoting civility and reducing gun violence. The resolution also commends Tucson residents and first responders for their resilience and reaffirms Congress’s commitment to respectful dialogue and opposing political violence. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThe Data Center Transparency Act requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Energy Information Administration (EIA) to regularly report on data centers' environmental impacts. Specifically, the EPA must publish quarterly reports detailing data centers' water consumption, reuse practices, effects on local water systems (including pollution and service disruptions), and greenhouse gas emissions. The EIA must publish semi-annual reports on nationwide electricity consumption by data centers, broken down by state, including changes in energy use, new facility openings, and potential impacts on household energy costs. These reports will be made publicly available online, directly affecting federal agencies (EPA and EIA) and providing transparency for Congress and the public about data centers' resource use and environmental effects.

Maddy summaryHR 4611 (EACH Act of 2025) requires all federally funded health programs - including Medicaid, Medicare, military health plans, and the Indian Health Service - to cover abortion services without restrictions, repealing the Hyde Amendment's long-standing ban on federal funding for most abortions. This directly affects millions of people enrolled in these programs, particularly low-income women, women of color (including 25% of Black women and 22% of Hispanic women on Medicaid), and young people. The bill mandates coverage in all federally administered health plans and prohibits state or private insurers from restricting abortion coverage in health insurance. It aims to eliminate current federal and state barriers that deny abortion access to people who rely on government health programs.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 61 directs the President to withdraw U.S. military forces from hostilities against any terrorist organization designated by the president in the Western Hemisphere. This bill specifically applies to military operations involving U.S. armed forces in the region targeting such groups. The key provision requires the withdrawal unless Congress has passed a formal declaration of war or specific authorization for that military action. The resolution invokes Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to compel this change in military deployment.