Rep. Emanuel Cleaver

This resolution condemns the Supreme Court's holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (that there is no constitutional right to abortion) and expresses a commitment to instituting judicial reform and supporting access to abortion and the communities affected by the Court's ruling. It also urges the executive branch to advance reproductive justice.

Maddy summaryHR 286, the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023, provides federal grants to healthcare providers to improve security at their facilities. The bill authorizes the Secretary to fund security services and physical/cyber security enhancements, including video surveillance, data privacy measures, and structural improvements. These grants directly help healthcare facilities, personnel, and patients by addressing safety concerns. The law specifies that funds must be used for necessary security costs to ensure safe access to healthcare services. It does not create new mandates but offers financial support for security upgrades.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the export or sale of petroleum products drawn from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve to specific countries and entities, including China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, and any nation under U.S. sanctions. It also bans exports to entities owned or controlled by these countries or the Chinese Communist Party. The Secretary of Energy must enforce this ban, though they may issue a national security waiver for specific exports. The bill requires the Secretary to issue implementing rules within 60 days of enactment. It directly affects the Secretary of Energy, oil exporters seeking to use the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and the listed countries/entities.

Maddy summaryHRES 42 is a symbolic resolution expressing the House's desire for the U.S. Postal Service's Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to consider issuing a commemorative stamp honoring late Congressman Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD). It does not create new law or affect any specific people or policies - it only requests the USPS committee recommend a stamp to the Postmaster General. The resolution highlights Cummings' career, including his service as Oversight Committee Chair and advocacy for issues like drug pricing and postal service stability. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect but aims to formally recognize his legacy through a commemorative stamp.

Maddy summaryHR 396, the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023, defines "bump stock" as any device or modification that increases the firing rate of a semi-automatic weapon to mimic a machine gun. The bill amends federal tax and firearms laws to classify bump stocks as prohibited devices under the National Firearms Act, requiring existing owners to register them within one year of enactment. It directly affects individuals who currently own bump stocks by mandating registration to avoid future possession prohibitions. The law takes effect immediately for new sales but provides a one-year grace period for existing owners to comply with registration requirements.

Maddy summaryHRES 37 is a congressional resolution honoring Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. for achieving 103 years of service since its 1920 founding. The resolution formally congratulates the sorority on its legacy of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and "finer womanhood," highlighting its founding members, global chapters, and notable members like Zora Neale Hurston and Bernette Johnson. It has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or organizations beyond this ceremonial recognition. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 13, 2023, and referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Maddy summaryHRES 30 is a ceremonial House resolution recognizing two milestones: the 94th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birth (January 15, 1929) and the 40th anniversary of the federal Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (observed January 16, 2023). It contains no policy changes or binding requirements, as it is purely commemorative. The resolution urges the House to observe both dates and encourages the public to honor Dr. King’s legacy and his vision of equality. It does not affect any individuals, groups, or government programs.

Maddy summaryHR 345, the TRUST in Congress Act, requires Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children to place certain investments into a "blind trust" within 90 days of taking office or after the bill's enactment. It directly affects current and future lawmakers and their immediate family members by mandating that covered investments - such as stocks, commodities, or derivatives (excluding Treasury bonds and some mutual funds) - be placed in a trust they cannot manage. Members must certify the trust setup to House or Senate officials within 15 days, and trusts cannot be dissolved until 180 days after leaving office. The law excludes investments providing primary income (e.g., from a spouse's job) but requires transparency through public website disclosures of certifications.

Maddy summaryHR 308, the Rosa Parks Day Act, would designate Rosa Parks Day as a legal public holiday for federal employees and government operations. The bill amends Title 5 of the U.S. Code to add "Rosa Parks Day" to the list of federal holidays, placing it after Thanksgiving Day. This change would require federal offices to close on this designated day, affecting federal employees and standard government operations. The bill does not create new programs or alter existing laws beyond the holiday designation.

This resolution condemns all acts of political violence, as well as attacks on health care facilities, health care personnel, and patients. The resolution also states that all people have the freedom to access reproductive health care services and medical advice without fear of violence, intimidation, or harassment. Finally, the resolution calls on the Biden Administration to use all appropriate authorities to uphold public safety, protect health care facilities, and safeguard health care personnel and patients.