Rep. Scott H. Peters

Maddy summaryThis bill requires most private health insurance plans to cover diagnostic and supplemental breast exams with no out-of-pocket costs (like deductibles or copays) for enrolled patients. It specifically covers exams used to evaluate abnormalities found in screenings (diagnostic) or for high-risk screening without abnormalities (supplemental), based on medical guidelines. Plans can still require prior authorization for these exams, and state laws offering stronger protections remain in effect. The rule takes effect for plan years starting January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 3045, the West Bank Violence Prevention Act of 2025, imposes U.S. sanctions on foreign individuals and entities responsible for violence, displacement, or property destruction in the West Bank. It targets those directly involved in attacks on civilians, forced displacement, or property seizures, including settler leaders or officials of groups engaged in such activities. Key provisions require freezing assets of sanctioned individuals within U.S. jurisdiction and blocking their entry into the United States via visa restrictions. The law applies to foreign nationals meeting specific criteria outlined in the bill, not U.S. citizens or entities.

Maddy summaryThis bill limits how much Social Security can withhold from monthly benefits to recover overpayments. It sets a 10% cap on withholdings for cases without fraud (unless the recipient requests a higher rate), affecting Social Security beneficiaries who received more than they were entitled to. The key provision prevents excessive deductions from monthly payments, ensuring recipients retain at least 90% of their benefit for non-fraudulent overpayments. The law applies to overpayments existing after the bill's effective date.

Maddy summaryHRES 341 is a symbolic House resolution expressing support for Earth Day, not a substantive bill. It urges the President to issue an Earth Day proclamation, encourages Americans to address environmental challenges (like climate change and litter), and calls for rejoining the Paris Agreement - though these are non-binding recommendations with no legal force. The resolution references historical environmental legislation (like the Clean Air Act) but does not create new policies, allocate funds, or change regulations. It directly affects no specific group, as it solely serves to affirm environmental values through symbolic recognition. (Note: The document header incorrectly lists "Federal Water Pollution Control Act" as the bill text, but this is a formatting error; the actual resolution is about Earth Day.)

Maddy summaryHR 2971, the YOUNG Act of 2025, creates a new federal grant program to fund youth biodiversity monitoring projects using modern tools like drones, AI, and environmental DNA analysis. It directly supports schools, nonprofits, tribal governments, and local governments that run projects educating young people about wildlife science and conservation. The program allocates $1 million annually (2026-2032) to cover project costs such as supplies, transportation, and permits, with priority given to projects serving underserved communities facing systemic barriers. Grantees must report on participation and grant usage to Congress within two years of enactment.

Maddy summaryHRES 337 is a symbolic House resolution honoring linemen for their critical role in maintaining power infrastructure and responding to emergencies. It recognizes them as first responders who work in dangerous conditions 24/7 to keep electricity flowing, supporting schools and businesses during storms. The resolution formally supports designating April 18, 2025, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day" to publicly acknowledge their contributions. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct policy impact or effect on affected individuals.

Maddy summaryHR 2955, the Smart Ship Repair Act of 2025, extends the maximum timeframe for "short-term work" on Navy combatant and escort vessel construction projects from 12 to 18 months. This change directly affects Navy shipbuilding contracts and project management by allowing more time for temporary work assignments during vessel construction. The bill amends Section 8669a(c)(4) of Title 10, U.S. Code, to adjust the definition of short-term work for these specific projects. It is a procedural change focused solely on modifying a timeframe, not altering broader policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to annually report all federal disaster spending to Congress, covering response, recovery, and mitigation efforts across all relevant agencies. The report must detail total spending, break it down by agency and disaster type, and distinguish between loans and grants, including costs from agencies like FEMA, USDA, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. It aims to improve budget transparency and help Congress identify cost-saving opportunities by providing a single, public source of disaster spending data. The first report is due for fiscal year 2027, with data for the prior calendar year. This is a transparency measure, not a change to how disaster aid is delivered.

Maddy summaryThe Neighborhood Homes Investment Act creates a new tax credit for developers who build or rehabilitate affordable homes in distressed communities. The credit is calculated as the lesser of (1) the difference between development costs and sale price, (2) 40% of development costs, or (3) 32% of the national median home price. It applies only to homes sold to qualified homeowners with income up to 140% of area median income in designated "qualified census tracts" (areas with high poverty rates, low median home values, and low median family income). Developers must meet quality standards and repay the credit if the home is sold within 5 years of the affordable sale. This credit aims to address the "value gap" that prevents housing development in distressed communities by incentivizing affordable home construction and rehabilitation.

Maddy summaryHR 2862 prohibits the federal government from leasing offshore areas in Southern California for oil and gas exploration or production. It directly affects oil and gas companies seeking permits in the Southern California Planning Area, as defined in the federal 2024-2029 Outer Continental Shelf leasing program. The bill amends the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to block all future leases in this region, preventing new drilling projects in the specified offshore waters. This is a concrete policy change that halts federal leasing decisions in the area without altering existing leases or operations.