Rep. Anna Paulina Luna

Maddy summaryThis bill, HR 5920 (Student Loan Marriage Penalty Elimination Act of 2023), changes how married couples can deduct student loan interest on their federal taxes. It amends the tax code to allow each spouse to claim a separate $2,500 deduction limit for student loan interest, instead of a single combined limit for the couple. This directly affects married couples filing jointly who pay student loan interest and qualify for the deduction. The change applies to tax years beginning after December 31, 2022, and ensures the deduction aligns with the tax treatment for individual filers.

Maddy summaryThe Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2023 directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to study causes of sinkholes - such as extreme weather, drought, and water management changes - and create maps identifying areas at high risk of sinkhole formation. These maps will be updated every five years and made publicly available on a dedicated USGS website for use by community planners and emergency managers. The bill authorizes $40 million annually (2024-2028) to fund this mapping program and related research. It directly affects local governments and emergency response teams by providing data to inform land-use decisions and disaster preparedness.

Maddy summaryHR 5830, the American Genetic Privacy Act of 2023, prohibits commercial DNA testing services (like ancestry or genealogy companies) from sharing any individual's genetic data or aggregated genetic information with the People's Republic of China or entities controlled by China. The law treats violations as unfair or deceptive practices under the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act, empowering the FTC to enforce penalties and investigate breaches. It specifically defines "genetic information" as data from DNA tests, including results from services that provide ancestry or genealogical insights. This bill directly affects DNA testing companies operating in the U.S. and aims to prevent sensitive genetic data from being transferred to Chinese entities.

Maddy summaryHJRES 11 proposes a constitutional amendment that would limit Members of Congress to serving a maximum of three terms in the House of Representatives and two terms in the Senate. If passed and ratified, it would prevent any member who has already served the maximum terms from running for re-election, including time spent filling vacancies (for more than one year in the House or three years in the Senate). This amendment directly affects current and future members of Congress by changing eligibility rules for re-election. The proposal is currently a joint resolution in the House, requiring ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures to become part of the Constitution.

Maddy summaryHRES 684 is a symbolic congressional resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on September 14, 2023, condemning New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's emergency order that temporarily suspended open and concealed carry firearm rights for 30 days. The resolution asserts the order violated the Second Amendment, citing Supreme Court precedents (Heller, McDonald, Bruen) and noting a federal judge had already blocked the order's firearm restrictions. It does not change any laws or impose legal consequences - it is solely a formal expression of disapproval from Congress. The resolution directly addresses the Governor's actions but has no effect on New Mexico's laws or citizens' rights.

Maddy summaryHR 5636, the "Protect Children’s Innocence Act," prohibits federal criminal penalties for performing gender-affirming medical care on minors under specific circumstances. It defines prohibited care as surgeries (like hysterectomy or mastectomy), puberty blockers, and hormone therapies at supraphysiologic doses, with exceptions for medical emergencies, intersex conditions, or life-threatening illnesses. The law only applies when the care involves interstate commerce (e.g., payments, communications, or travel across state lines). Minors receiving such care cannot be prosecuted, but they may sue providers for civil damages. The bill directly affects minors under 18, healthcare providers, and families seeking gender-affirming medical treatment.

Maddy summaryHR 5577, the FACE Act Repeal Act of 2023, would repeal a federal law (Section 248 of Title 18, U.S. Code) that made it a crime to block access to abortion clinics or threaten clinic staff. This repeal would remove criminal penalties for obstructing access to clinics, affecting abortion providers, clinic staff, and individuals attempting to access or block clinic entrances. The bill specifically targets the repeal of this prohibition, applying to prosecutions pending or initiated after the law's enactment. It does not change other abortion-related laws or create new policies.

Maddy summaryHR 5531, the "End U.N. Censorship Act," prohibits U.S. federal funds from supporting specific United Nations initiatives related to information labeling. It bans funding for the UN's iVerify tool, any effort to label speech as "mal-, mis-, or disinformation," and voluntary contributions to the UN or other international groups supporting such labeling efforts. The bill applies directly to federal agencies like the Department of State, restricting how they use taxpayer money for these purposes. Any funds withheld under this law must be deposited into the Treasury general fund and not repaid to the UN. The bill focuses solely on restricting federal spending, not on regulating speech or censorship.

Maddy summaryHR 3152, the "Fight CRIME Act," aims to maintain international restrictions on Iran's missile-related activities by requiring diplomatic efforts to extend these restrictions before they expire in October 2023. The bill mandates annual reports detailing U.S. diplomatic strategies, potential impacts of expiration, and measures to deter missile technology transfers to Iran. It establishes sanctions against foreign individuals or entities that knowingly support Iran's missile or drone programs, including asset freezes and visa restrictions. These sanctions apply regardless of whether UN restrictions remain in effect after their expiration, directly affecting foreign entities involved in these activities.

Maddy summaryHR 4416, the "No Funds for Armed Regulators Act of 2023," prohibits using federal funds to hire or keep armed enforcement officers within three specific agencies: the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Labor, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The bill defines "armed Federal regulatory enforcement officers" as individuals who enforce laws using tactical means, including weapons or force. It directly affects these agencies' enforcement personnel by blocking funding for armed roles in their regulatory work. The key mechanism is a funding restriction embedded in federal budget allocations, not a new law governing enforcement tactics. This bill focuses solely on restricting financial support for armed enforcement, without altering agency authority or duties.