Rep. Maxine Dexter

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses support for designating July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day to honor the workers who maintain the nation's electrical grid. The bill specifically recognizes the dangerous conditions these employees face, such as working at heights near live power lines and responding to disasters like hurricanes and wildfires. It also commemorates Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, who died on July 10, 1896, while performing his duties. Ultimately, the measure encourages the public to observe this day with reflection on the contributions of lineworkers.

Maddy summaryThis resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States by reaffirming the nation's historical commitment to separating church and state. It highlights key constitutional principles, such as the First Amendment and the prohibition of religious tests for public office, which protect individual religious freedom and prevent government endorsement of specific beliefs. The document cites historical figures like Thomas Jefferson and James Madison to underscore the importance of maintaining a secular government that safeguards religious pluralism. Ultimately, the measure serves as a formal statement of values rather than a law that changes existing policies or imposes new requirements.

Maddy summaryThe VHA OPEN Policies Act of 2026 requires the Veterans Health Administration to publish all its national policies, such as directives and handbooks, on a public website within 90 days of enactment. This rule also mandates that any new or revised policies be added to the site within 30 days of their creation. The legislation directly affects the VA's health administration by making internal guidance accessible to the public and ensuring consistent, up-to-date information is available online.

Maddy summaryThe LIFT the BAR Act aims to restore access to federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens by repealing several restrictions imposed by the 1996 welfare reform law and a 2024 reconciliation bill. Specifically, it would allow eligible noncitizens to receive SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, CHIP, and child nutrition programs, while also updating legal terminology to refer to "noncitizens" rather than "aliens" in relevant statutes. The legislation includes provisions to ensure these individuals can qualify for premium tax credits and would require federal agencies to issue implementation guidance within 180 days of enactment.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution directs the President to withdraw all U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Lebanon within seven days of the bill's adoption. It uses the War Powers Resolution to mandate this withdrawal while explicitly allowing continued security cooperation with Lebanese forces and the protection of diplomatic facilities. The measure clarifies that it does not authorize the use of military force, serving as a specific instruction to end active combat operations in the region.

Maddy summaryThis resolution seeks to impeach Linda M. McMahon, the Secretary of Education, for three specific articles of misconduct: willfully violating federal laws, making false statements to Congress, and breaching the public trust. The bill alleges that McMahon illegally transferred the operations of six essential offices within the Department of Education to other federal agencies without congressional approval, contrary to the Department of Education Organization Act. It also claims she misled the Senate by promising to spend all congressionally appropriated funds while simultaneously canceling hundreds of grants and freezing funding for various educational programs. Additionally, the resolution accuses her of terminating approximately 2,000 employees, which disrupted the department's ability to manage federal funds and deliver services. If the House votes to adopt this resolution, the articles of impeachment would be sent to the Senate for a trial that could result in her removal from office.

Maddy summaryThe Health and Location Data Protection Act of 2026 prohibits data brokers from buying, selling, or sharing specific types of personal information, including an individual's health data and location history. This ban applies to any entity that resells data it did not collect directly from the person, though it allows exceptions for actions compliant with existing HIPAA rules, newsworthy reporting, and disclosures where the individual has given valid consent. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with defining exactly what counts as "data" and issuing final rules within 180 days of the law's enactment. Violations of these restrictions can lead to enforcement actions by the FTC, state attorneys general, or private individuals, potentially resulting in civil penalties of up to 15 percent of the violator's annual revenue. The legislation also includes a funding provision that appropriates $1 billion to the FTC for fiscal year 2027 to support its work under this act.

Maddy summaryThe Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act prohibits states and officials from restricting or penalizing health care providers and their staff for offering reproductive health services that are legal within the state where they are performed. It establishes a federal right for providers to assist patients regardless of where those patients live and allows attorneys general to sue states that enforce such restrictions, including stripping states of legal immunity in these cases. To support this framework, the bill appropriates $40 million each for legal defense grants to help providers navigate lawsuits and $40 million for security grants to improve physical and cyber safety at medical facilities. Additionally, the legislation requires insurance companies to offer professional liability coverage to providers without discrimination based on the reproductive services they provide.

Maddy summaryThe SAFE Training for OB-GYNs Act creates a new federal grant program to help medical residents who must leave their home states to receive training in reproductive health care due to local abortion restrictions. Funded with up to $10 million annually from 2027 to 2031, these grants support residency programs that offer specialized training in sexual and reproductive health, including abortion care. The funding can be used to expand existing programs or establish new ones specifically for out-of-state residents and to cover their travel expenses. This legislation directly affects health care professionals seeking specialized training and the medical residency programs that provide it.

Maddy summaryThe Protect Local Funding Act prohibits federal agencies from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a specific proposed rule regarding federal financial assistance scheduled for publication in May 2026. This legislation directly affects the Office of Management and Budget and other federal agencies by legally blocking them from acting on that particular regulation. By preventing the enforcement of this rule, the bill aims to stop a specific administrative action that could impact how federal funds are distributed. The measure does not alter existing funding programs but rather serves as a procedural barrier to a future regulatory change.