Rep. Joe Neguse

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the one-year anniversary of a shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado that occurred on September 10, 2025. It formally condemns the act of violence and honors the victims, survivors, and first responders who acted during the crisis. The measure also extends condolences to the affected families and recognizes the broader impact on the local community and school staff.

Maddy summaryThe Mountain Pine Beetle Coordination Act authorizes the U.S. Forest Service to enter into cooperative agreements with state and local leaders to address mountain pine beetle infestations. These partnerships enable joint efforts for monitoring, data sharing, and processing beetle-killed trees to reduce wildfire risks. Additionally, the bill allows the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to provide technical assistance on detection and management strategies upon request. The law defines covered entities as state and local chief executives, as well as federally recognized Indian Tribes, ensuring broad collaboration across jurisdictions.

Maddy summaryThe Town Halls for All Act of 2026 requires every Member of Congress to hold and attend at least 12 in-person town halls per calendar year within their district or state. These gatherings must be free to the public, last a minimum of one hour, and comply with accessibility standards under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Members are required to provide public notice of each event at least four days in advance using methods such as email, social media, or their official website. The law takes effect at the start of the next Congress following its enactment.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks by formally honoring the memory of the nearly 3,000 victims and recognizing the sacrifices made by first responders, military personnel, and the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93. The bill acknowledges the ongoing health challenges faced by survivors and responders, highlighting the role of the World Trade Center Health Program in providing long-term medical support. It also credits charitable organizations and community groups that have continued to assist victims' families and veterans over the past two decades. Finally, the resolution urges the American public to observe the anniversary with ceremonies and reaffirms Congress's commitment to remembering the events and lessons of that day.

Maddy summaryThe No Pardon Paydays Act of 2026 requires the Pardon Attorney to submit a detailed written analysis to Congress within 30 days of any presidential pardon. This report must include the recipient's full criminal history and an assessment of their risk for reoffending or posing a danger to communities. Additionally, the bill restricts pardoned individuals from making political contributions exceeding $1,000 to committees supporting the President or entities advocating for their reelection. The Federal Election Commission would enforce these contribution limits and could refer violations for criminal prosecution.

Maddy summaryThe 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2026 expands federal funding and mandates insurance coverage for behavioral health crisis services, directly affecting individuals experiencing mental health or substance use emergencies as well as the providers who serve them. The bill authorizes grants to upgrade local lifeline call centers, build new crisis stabilization facilities, and train a larger workforce of behavioral health professionals. It requires Medicare, Medicaid, private group health plans, TRICARE, and other federal insurance programs to cover crisis response services with financial terms no more restrictive than standard medical care. Additionally, the legislation establishes a federal panel to develop training protocols for 9-1-1 dispatchers to better connect callers to appropriate crisis care rather than law enforcement responses.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies tax rules to provide relief for individuals affected by major disasters. It allows taxpayers to deduct disaster-related losses (like damaged homes or personal property) more easily by creating a new "disaster loss deduction" that combines certain casualty losses and adjusts for income limits. It also excludes wildfire relief payments (such as compensation for lost wages or home damage not covered by insurance) from taxable income for people in federally declared wildfire areas, effective 2026 through 2030. These changes apply to losses incurred in taxable years starting after 2024, specifically for disasters declared between 2025 and 2027.

National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Extension Act This bill reauthorizes the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish in Washington, DC, a monument to commemorate the commitment and service represented by emergency medical services. This authorization expires seven years after enactment of the bill.

Maddy summaryThe SMASH 2.0 Act reauthorizes the federal mosquito abatement program through fiscal year 2030, maintaining annual funding at $100 million for state and local public health agencies. The bill allows the Secretary of Health and Human Services to consider innovative technologies when awarding grants for mosquito prevention and control. It also permits grant recipients to use up to 5 percent of their funds for staff training and continuing education. Additionally, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to prepare emergency stockpiles of vector-borne disease control products in coordination with the Strategic National Stockpile.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Public Lands Corps Act of 1993 to change the funding rules for conservation projects led by qualified youth or conservation corps. It increases the maximum federal contribution from 75 percent to 90 percent of project costs. Consequently, the required non-federal cost share is reduced from 25 percent to 10 percent. These changes directly affect organizations and agencies that partner with these corps groups to implement conservation work on public lands.