Rep. Debbie Dingell

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Federal Employees' Compensation Act to include physician assistants and nurse practitioners as eligible providers for injured federal workers. It defines "other eligible provider" as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant within their state-authorized scope of practice. The law updates key sections to replace "physician" with "physician or other eligible provider" for treatment, certification, and claim processes. The Secretary must finalize implementing regulations within six months of enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HR 2365, Public Law 118-66) directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish the National Parkinson’s Project. It requires HHS to create and update a coordinated national plan for preventing, diagnosing, treating, and researching Parkinson’s disease and related disorders (including multiple system atrophy and progressive supranuclear palsy), while coordinating federal research and care efforts across agencies like the NIH, CDC, and VA. The law mandates annual progress assessments, an advisory council with patient advocates and diverse experts, and annual reports to Congress on federal Parkinson’s programs and recommendations for improvement. It affects federal agencies managing Parkinson’s-related programs and aims to improve care coordination and research efficiency for patients and caregivers, with the law sunsetting in 2035.

Maddy summaryHRES 1332 is a symbolic resolution recognizing June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. It encourages the celebration of Pride Month to honor the historical struggles and achievements of LGBTQIA+ people in the United States, while acknowledging the ongoing challenges they face. This resolution does not create new laws or policies, but serves as a formal recognition of LGBTQIA+ rights as human rights and highlights their integral role in American history. The resolution was introduced by multiple members of Congress and passed by the House of Representatives.

Maddy summaryHR 8911, the Worker Rights and Support Act, requires most employers to provide specific breaks to employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. It mandates 30-minute meal breaks after 6 hours of work (unpaid unless work continues), 10-minute rest breaks every 4 hours (paid), and medical breaks (up to 20 minutes per need, paid) for documented health conditions. The bill ensures breaks are paid if employees aren't fully relieved of work duties or can't leave the premises. It does not override collective bargaining agreements or stricter state laws, and adds enforcement penalties for violations of these break requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 8899, the Ko’ko’ BIRDS Stamp Act, directs the U.S. Postal Service to issue a special semipostal stamp (where the extra cost over postage supports a cause) for four years. All revenue from the stamp's sales must go directly to Guam’s Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources to fund native bird conservation, rehabilitation, breeding programs, and brown tree snake eradication efforts. The funds are protected from being offset against future postal service appropriations, ensuring dedicated support for these wildlife programs. This bill specifically affects Guam’s wildlife conservation initiatives by creating a new funding stream through stamp sales.

Maddy summaryThe SAFES Act creates a federal tax credit for individuals who purchase gun safes, allowing them to deduct 90% of the cost, up to $500 per person or $1,000 for joint returns. For purchases made before 2030, any qualifying gun safe qualifies; after 2029, only safes meeting standards set by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) will be eligible, based on an HHS report required within five years of enactment. The bill prohibits requiring taxpayers to disclose firearm ownership details to claim the credit. This policy directly affects individual firearm owners seeking to reduce tax liability through safe storage purchases.

Maddy summaryThis bill bans developers and deployers of AI algorithms from using them to deceive voters about election procedures (like voting locations or registration rules) or intimidate people from voting. It requires clear disclaimers - such as "AI Disclaimer: This output was generated by artificial intelligence" - on AI-generated election content, including fake candidate videos or altered voting information. The law sets safety standards for election-related AI, requiring developers to ensure algorithms are "safe and effective" before use. The Federal Trade Commission enforces these rules, with violations potentially leading to fines or up to one year in prison.

Maddy summaryHR 8859, the Deafblind DATA Act, requires the Census Bureau to create and publish a new annual table starting in 2026 showing the number of people in the U.S. who reported both hearing and vision loss in the American Community Survey. This table will display data by state, including sex, race, age, and economic factors like employment and income, without revealing personal details. The bill directly addresses the lack of a centralized count for deafblind individuals, who currently aren't accurately represented in census data. By cross-referencing existing survey responses, the Act aims to provide a clearer national picture to better understand and serve this population's needs.

Maddy summaryThe Warriors to Workforce Act increases the percentage of educational costs covered by the Department of Veterans Affairs for veterans' first year of full-time apprenticeship or on-the-job training from 80% to 90%. This change applies specifically to veterans using Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits for these programs. The bill directly affects veterans enrolled in such training as they transition from military service to civilian careers. It represents a concrete policy change that enhances financial support during initial training.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a federal framework for "extreme risk protection orders" (ERPOs) that temporarily remove firearms from individuals who pose a risk of harming themselves or others. Family members or law enforcement officers can petition a federal court for a temporary order (up to 14 days) based on probable cause, followed by a hearing within 72 hours to determine if a longer-term order (up to 180 days) is warranted. The bill requires clear and convincing evidence of risk at the hearing and mandates respondents to surrender firearms to law enforcement within 48 hours. It also includes provisions for reporting, training law enforcement on ERPOs, and a federal grant program to support state ERPO implementation, without preempting state laws.