Rep. Zachary Nunn

Maddy summaryHRES 1574 is a non-binding House resolution calling for the immediate removal of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chairman Martin J. Gruenberg. It cites concerns about his leadership, including alleged mistreatment of staff, a "toxic workplace," staffing shortages, and failures in bank supervision that contributed to financial institution failures. The resolution does not change law or remove Gruenberg (as the President appoints FDIC leaders), but formally demands his removal. It was introduced by 25 Republican representatives and referred to the Financial Services Committee.

Maddy summaryHRES 1566 is a symbolic House resolution honoring all U.S. veterans on Veterans Day 2024. It recognizes the service and sacrifice of the estimated 15.8 million veterans living in the U.S. as of 2023, including those who served in conflicts from World War II to post-9/11. The resolution calls on the American public to observe Veterans Day to acknowledge veterans' role in preserving national freedom. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct policy impact but formally expresses congressional recognition of veterans' contributions.

Maddy summaryHR 10108 (STARS Act of 2024) requires the U.S. Secretary of Defense, with the Secretary of State, to develop a Middle East space security strategy within 60 days of enactment. The strategy must assess threats to U.S. and allied space systems, detail progress on integrating Israel into regional security partnerships, and outline plans for multilateral data-sharing on space threats and security architecture. It directly affects U.S. allies and partners in the Middle East, including Israel, by establishing a framework for coordinated space situational awareness and defense. The bill mandates specific elements like threat assessments, capability gap analyses, and cost estimates for regional security cooperation, without making direct policy changes to existing laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides one-time financial assistance to U.S. farmers growing specific crops (like corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, and rice) during the 2024 crop year if their expected costs exceed expected returns. Payments equal 60% of the difference between the expected cost of production per acre (based on USDA cost forecasts) and the expected gross return per acre (based on projected farm prices and yields). Payments are calculated using actual planted acreage plus 50% of acreage prevented from planting due to natural disasters, with annual caps of $175,000 or $350,000 depending on the farm’s primary income source. The program uses existing USDA data sources and applies standard farm payment limits.

Maddy summaryHJRES 100 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule on cybersecurity. It targets the SEC's August 2023 rule requiring public companies to disclose cybersecurity risks, strategies, governance practices, and incident details. If passed, this resolution would nullify the SEC rule, preventing it from taking effect. The bill directly affects public companies subject to SEC regulations and the SEC itself, as it would invalidate the specific cybersecurity disclosure requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 4551 (Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act) prevents the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from requiring securities exchanges or associations to share investors' personal details - such as names, addresses, or Social Security numbers - for routine reporting. The SEC may only request such information during investigations into securities law violations, and exchanges must provide it within 24 hours. The SEC must destroy this data within one day after the investigation concludes. This law directly protects investors' privacy by limiting when their personally identifiable information can be collected and retained.

Maddy summaryHRES 1556 is a non-binding resolution designating October as "Foster Youth Voice Month" to highlight the experiences and advocacy of youth in foster care. It encourages public awareness and participation in events organized by young people with lived experience in the foster care system, which affects an estimated 391,000 youth annually in the U.S. The resolution specifically supports existing efforts led by organizations like the Selfless Love Foundation, which has mobilized over 35 states since 2019 to drive policy changes informed by foster youth perspectives. It does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes the value of youth-led advocacy in shaping foster care policies.

Maddy summaryThe ROAD to Housing Act (HR 9990) is a comprehensive housing bill designed to improve housing access and affordability for low-income families. It includes key provisions such as enhancing housing counseling programs, creating incentives for small dollar mortgage loans under $70,000, and updating manufactured home regulations to treat homes without permanent chassis similarly to those with them. The bill also establishes new reporting requirements for housing programs, incentivizes local solutions to homelessness through grant programs, and prioritizes housing development in opportunity zones. These measures aim to increase housing choices, improve financial literacy for homeowners, and strengthen oversight of housing assistance programs. The legislation represents a multi-faceted approach to addressing housing challenges across the United States.

Maddy summaryHRES 1537 is a non-binding House resolution condemning Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, which killed over 1,200 people and took 251 hostages, including 7 Americans still held captive. It calls on Hamas to immediately surrender, cease attacks, and release all hostages unconditionally, while reaffirming Israel's right to self-defense. The resolution also urges international organizations to condemn Hamas' actions and address the global surge in antisemitism following the attacks. As a symbolic statement, it does not create new laws or alter policy but expresses congressional position. The bill specifically references the ongoing captivity of seven U.S. citizens: Edan Alexander, Itay Chen, Sagui Dekel-Chen, Gadi Haggai, Judith Weinstein Haggai, Omer Neutra, and Keith Siegel.

Maddy summaryThe LINK Act of 2024 creates a military exchange program between the U.S. and Middle Eastern partner nations to support regional integration. It requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a program where U.S. and allied military officers (from E-7 to O-9 pay grades) with expertise in areas like cyber defense, counterterrorism, and military law exchange knowledge through quarterly in-person meetings. The program must cover topics including defense planning, budgeting, and women's participation in peace and security, with annual reports to Congress for six years detailing activities and effectiveness. This directly affects U.S. military personnel, partner nations' militaries, and their defense cooperation efforts.