Rep. Mary E. Miller

Maddy summaryHJRES 165 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a Department of Education rule issued in April 2024 that updated protections against sex discrimination in schools receiving federal funding. The resolution aims to disapprove this specific rule (published as 89 Fed. Reg. 33474), which would have required schools to address sex-based discrimination in educational programs. If passed, the rule would no longer be in effect, meaning schools would not need to comply with its requirements. This resolution directly affects all schools and educational programs receiving federal financial assistance, as it targets the implementation of the new nondiscrimination standard.

Maddy summaryHRES 1378 is a symbolic resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives expressing the chamber's stance on the July 13, 2024, attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. It condemns the attack as an "abhorrent act of cowardice" that must be universally rejected and asserts that political disputes should only be resolved through elections, not violence. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any specific group; it is a non-binding statement intended to promote civility in political discourse. It was introduced by Republican members of Congress and passed without amendment.

Maddy summaryThe SAVE Act (HR 8281) requires U.S. citizens to provide documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. It defines acceptable proof as documents like passports, REAL ID-compliant IDs, military IDs, or birth certificates, and mandates that states verify citizenship using information from government agencies like DHS and Social Security. States must establish processes for voters without required documentation to provide an attestation under penalty of perjury. The law also requires states to remove noncitizens from voter rolls when verified evidence shows they're not citizens. This bill directly affects all applicants registering to vote in federal elections and state election officials who must implement these requirements.

Maddy summaryHRES 1368 is a House resolution impeaching Kimberly A. Cheatle, Director of the U.S. Secret Service, for alleged failures in her duties. It specifically cites her leadership during the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, where the Secret Service reportedly failed to secure a building roof that allowed the shooter an unobstructed view. The resolution also alleges Cheatle diverted agency focus from protectee safety to meet a 2030 goal of 30% female recruits, despite existing staffing challenges. This resolution formally impeaches Cheatle for "high crimes and misdemeanors" and sends the case to the Senate for trial. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact policy but initiates the impeachment process against the Secret Service Director.

Maddy summaryHJRES 148 is a joint resolution seeking to block a Treasury Department rule that would have modified clean vehicle tax credits. The rule, published in the Federal Register on May 6, 2024, aimed to restrict credits for vehicles using critical minerals or battery components sourced from "Foreign Entities of Concern" and to limit credit transfers. This resolution would nullify that rule, preventing it from taking effect and preserving the existing structure of the clean vehicle credit program under Sections 25E and 30D of the tax code. It directly affects electric vehicle buyers, manufacturers, and dealers participating in the federal tax credit program.

Maddy summaryHJRES 164 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a rule issued by the Department of Commerce regarding firearms license requirements. It directly targets the rule published in the Federal Register (89 Fed. Reg. 34680), which would have revised licensing procedures for firearms dealers. If passed, the resolution would prevent this rule from taking effect by invoking the congressional disapproval process under federal law. The bill does not create new regulations but aims to halt an existing rule affecting gun license applicants and dealers.

Maddy summaryHR 4848, the Censorship Accountability Act, allows individuals to sue federal employees who, while acting in their official capacity, deny others their First Amendment rights (such as free speech or assembly). It directly affects federal employees (excluding the President/Vice President) who may restrict protected expression under federal law. Key provisions create a private right of action for victims to seek legal redress in court, with courts able to award attorney fees to the winning party. The bill explicitly excludes lawsuits against the federal government for employment-related conduct and clarifies that unconstitutional sections won’t invalidate the rest of the law.

Maddy summaryHJRES 182 is a joint resolution that disapproves a rule issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) regarding placement requirements for LGBTQI+ children in foster care. The rule, published in the Federal Register on April 30, 2024, would have set specific standards for how foster care agencies must place these children. If enacted, this resolution would make the HHS rule unenforceable, blocking its implementation nationwide. The bill directly targets the HHS rule, preventing it from affecting foster care systems and related policies.

Maddy summaryHR 8985, the Preventing Forced Abortions Act of 2024, prohibits federal courts from enforcing any surrogacy contract clause requiring a surrogate mother to have an abortion at the request of intended parents or their agents. The bill mandates courts to enforce payment to the surrogate for her services, regardless of any contract term tied to abortion, including clauses penalizing refusal (like reduced pay or liquidated damages). It directly affects surrogacy agreements between intended parents and surrogate mothers, ensuring surrogates cannot be forced to undergo abortions against their will while protecting their contractual compensation. The law defines "abortion" as intentionally terminating a pregnancy except in specific medical circumstances, such as after fetal viability or removing a non-viable fetus.

Maddy summaryThis bill prevents student athletes (and former athletes) from being classified as employees under federal or state law solely due to their participation in varsity intercollegiate sports programs or competitions. It directly affects college athletes whose eligibility or participation might otherwise be challenged under employment law. The key provision explicitly states that institutions, conferences, or associations cannot consider athletes as employees based on their sports involvement, regardless of existing rules or requirements. This is a definitional and legal clarification, not a new benefit or compensation measure.