Rep. Byron Donalds

Maddy summaryThis bill adds citrus groves planted within the past decade to the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), creating a special enrollment category for citrus land. It prioritizes enrollment for citrus groves at risk of development, affected by huanglongbing (a citrus disease), or supporting wildlife habitat. The bill requires 1-5 year contracts for enrolled citrus land and limits annual enrollment to 100,000 acres from 2024-2028. It directly affects citrus farmers in states like Florida and California who own eligible groves meeting the new criteria.

Maddy summaryHR 3212, the "Shall Not Be Infringed Act of 2023," repeals or prevents funding for numerous gun control measures across federal agencies. The bill eliminates funding for Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) modernization efforts, blocks Department of Veterans Affairs programs related to firearm storage, and prohibits CDC and NIH from funding research on firearm injury prevention. It also repeals specific provisions from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act related to background checks and domestic violence restrictions, and prevents the use of federal funds for red flag laws or gun registries. The bill directly affects federal agencies and programs that implement gun control measures, including ATF, VA, HHS, CDC, NIH, and the Department of Education.

Maddy summaryHRES 444 is a ceremonial resolution calling on all Americans to honor military personnel who died in service on Memorial Day 2023. It urges the public to observe the day as a remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives for freedom and peace, referencing the over one million U.S. service members who have died in military service. The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic expression of national appreciation for fallen troops.

Maddy summaryHR 3712, the Digital Dollar Pilot Prevention Act, prohibits the Federal Reserve from testing or implementing a digital dollar without new congressional approval. The bill amends the Federal Reserve Act to explicitly block the Fed and its banks from launching any pilot program for a central bank digital currency (a digital form of U.S. dollars issued directly by the Federal Reserve) or partnering with private entities for such testing. This directly affects the Federal Reserve System, preventing it from moving forward with any digital dollar initiatives until Congress passes a separate law authorizing them. The law aims to halt potential development of a Fed-issued digital currency until lawmakers address its implications through new legislation.

Maddy summaryHR 3693, the Migrant Relocation Transparency Act, requires federal agencies (HHS for minors, DHS for adults) to consult with state governors and local leaders at least three business days before moving non-detained migrants. It mandates monthly reports to Congress, state governors, and the public detailing migrant numbers by family status, age, gender, country of origin, housing types, work permits, federal spending, and security screenings. The reports must be published online and include specific data on resettlement methods, educational resources, and whether relocations are temporary or permanent. This bill directly affects state/local officials and federal agencies managing migrant relocation, aiming to increase transparency in federal migration policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all non-profit organizations receiving federal funds to certify they comply with anti-human trafficking, anti-smuggling, and fraud laws, and have no convictions under immigration law (8 U.S.C. 1324). Nonprofits must submit this certification within 60-120 days of the law's enactment; failure to certify or violation of the law results in repayment of funds and potential loss of tax-exempt status. The Department of Homeland Security must create compliance guides and publish violation data, while the GAO will report annually on non-compliance. The law applies to all nonprofits with federal contracts, grants, or agreements, aiming to prevent federal funds from supporting entities involved in trafficking or smuggling.

Maddy summaryHR 3612, the "No ESG at TSP Act," prohibits the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) - the federal retirement plan for government employees - from offering investment funds that use environmental, social, or governance (ESG) criteria in their investment decisions. It specifically bans mutual funds, ETFs, or other vehicles marketed with ESG criteria (such as climate policies, diversity metrics, or gun industry focus) from the TSP's "mutual fund window." The bill requires the TSP Board to remove existing ESG-linked funds within 90 days, notify participants about switching to non-ESG options, and automatically move unselected funds to a government securities fund. This directly affects federal employees and retirees who use the TSP for retirement savings.

Expanding Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act This bill establishes rules related to the authorization of lending institutions (including banks, small business lending companies, non-federally regulated lenders, and non-depository lending institutions) to make loans under the 7(a) Program of the Small Business Administration (SBA). Under the 7(a) Program, the SBA provides business loans and loan guaranties to small business borrowers unable to obtain financing elsewhere. Specifically, the SBA must ensure that these lending institutions and other entities (1) provide an independent audit that examines adherence to all applicable federal laws and regulations regarding anti-money laundering, counterterrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and (2) implement a compliance program that is designed to conform with relevant anti-money laundering laws and regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 3487, the Advanced Nuclear Support Act, creates a federal program providing financial assistance for advanced nuclear reactor development and related infrastructure. It expands support beyond research to include commercial planning, licensing, construction, and supply chain infrastructure like transmission systems, microgrids, and non-electric applications. The bill requires projects to address cost reduction in infrastructure, transmission, and licensing, while prioritizing entities supporting market analysis, site planning, and environmental studies. Additionally, it updates workforce training to include community colleges and trade schools, focusing on nuclear construction, operations, supply chains, and transitioning workers.

Maddy summaryHR 3553, the 21st Century American Atomic Energy Age Act, prohibits the use and import of nuclear fuel from Russia for U.S. nuclear reactors, including small modular reactors (SMRs), and requires new regulations to enforce this within 183 days of enactment. It establishes a new Office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to evaluate the economic, environmental, and national security benefits of nuclear projects, including SMRs. The bill also extends the Price-Anderson Act (which limits nuclear liability) through 2045 and mandates reports on nuclear energy’s role in critical infrastructure resilience. These provisions directly affect U.S. nuclear facility operators, SMR developers, and the NRC’s regulatory processes.