Rep. Eric Swalwell

Maddy summaryHR 3433, the "Give Kids a Chance Act of 2024," requires pharmaceutical companies developing certain cancer drugs to conduct pediatric studies if the drugs target molecular pathways relevant to childhood cancers. It directly affects drug manufacturers submitting new applications for cancer treatments, particularly those combining previously approved adult cancer drugs or containing a single new active ingredient. The bill amends FDA regulations to mandate these pediatric investigations only when specific conditions are met, such as when a drug's molecular target is relevant to pediatric cancer growth. The FDA must issue implementing guidance within 12 months, and reports to Congress will track implementation and effectiveness starting 2 years after enactment.

Maddy summaryHRES 1489 is a symbolic House resolution designating the week of September 23-27, 2024, as "National Clean Energy Week." It expresses congressional support for recognizing clean energy's role in economic growth (citing 8.35 million jobs in the sector) and encourages voluntary actions like public awareness, investment in clean energy technologies, and supporting local clean energy jobs. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or obligations - it only formally endorses the week-long observance to highlight clean energy’s economic and environmental benefits. It directly affects no specific group but aims to raise national awareness of the clean energy sector.

Maddy summaryHRES 1491 is a ceremonial resolution designating October 23, 2024, as "Public Radio Music Day" to honor public radio music stations. It expresses the House's appreciation for these stations' role in serving listeners, musicians, and communities across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The resolution highlights how these noncommercial stations provide unique access to diverse music genres, support local artists, and foster community cultural engagement. As a symbolic gesture with no legal or financial impact, it does not change any policies or directly affect specific groups beyond recognizing the stations' contributions.

Maddy summaryThe Student Food Security Act of 2024 would expand eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to include college students at institutions of higher education who meet specific financial criteria, such as having a student aid index of 0 or being eligible for a Federal Pell Grant. It requires the USDA to develop a strategy to increase awareness of SNAP eligibility among students and creates a demonstration program testing new ways for students to use SNAP benefits on campus, including purchasing prepared food at campus dining facilities. The bill authorizes $1 billion in grants over seven years to colleges to develop programs addressing students' basic needs like food and housing insecurity, with priority given to community colleges and institutions with high numbers of Pell Grant recipients. This legislation would directly affect college students, particularly those from low-income backgrounds, and institutions of higher education that would receive funding to support student basic needs.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes a barrier for parents who borrowed Federal Direct PLUS loans to pay for their dependent children's education. It amends the Higher Education Act to make these PLUS loans eligible for income-contingent repayment (ICR) and income-based repayment (IBR) plans - previously excluded from both. As a result, affected parents can now use income-driven repayment options that adjust payments based on their earnings, rather than being limited to standard repayment. The change applies to existing PLUS loans for dependent students and related consolidation loans, effective upon the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 9707, the Transnational Repression Reporting Act of 2024, requires the U.S. Attorney General to produce annual public reports on foreign governments' efforts to harass, intimidate, or threaten U.S. persons or individuals in the U.S. (including diaspora communities) to silence criticism. The reports must detail specific cases (like those involving India, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and China), assess foreign government involvement, document U.S. responses (diplomatic, legal, or sanctions), and identify trends. These reports, submitted to Congress and made public, aim to increase transparency about transnational repression - where foreign governments target critics abroad - and hold offending nations accountable. The bill directly affects U.S. government agencies responsible for compiling the reports and foreign governments whose actions are documented.

Maddy summaryHR 6319 (the 911 SAVES Act of 2023) requires the Office of Management and Budget to reclassify public safety telecommunicators as "Protective Service Occupations" within 30 days of enactment. This change corrects their current misclassification in the federal Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system, which is used for statistical data on jobs. The bill directly affects how these professionals - critical in emergency calls involving missing children, active threats, and officer safety - are officially categorized in government workforce data. It does not create new benefits or funding but aims to better recognize their lifesaving role through accurate federal job classification.

Maddy summaryHRES 1466 is a non-binding resolution expressing support for designating September 15-21, 2024, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week." It does not create new programs but aims to raise public awareness about the importance of adult foundational education, workforce skills, and family literacy programs. The resolution encourages public support for existing initiatives that help adults improve literacy, numeracy, and digital skills, which the text notes benefit economic stability, parental involvement in children’s education, and workforce readiness for millions of adults. It specifically highlights challenges like low literacy among 43 million adults, unemployed individuals, and incarcerated populations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Medicaid and CHIP rules to let eligible out-of-state healthcare providers enroll without extra state screening. It applies to providers already in Medicare or their home state program, with low fraud risk, serving children under 21 with complex medical conditions. Providers would receive 5 years of enrollment under this streamlined process, eliminating state-level barriers. The change directly affects children seeking specialized care across state lines and the providers who serve them.

Maddy summaryHRES 1456 is a symbolic resolution designating September 17, 2024, as "Constitution Day" to honor the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. It calls for the people of the United States to observe the day with ceremonies and activities, recognizing the Constitution's historical significance and foundational role in American governance. This resolution does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; it is purely a non-binding expression of support by the House of Representatives.