Rep. Jeff Jackson

Maddy summaryHR 8061, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2024, ensures stable funding for the Crime Victims Fund by directing certain False Claims Act collections into it from 2024 through 2029. Specifically, it adds a provision requiring that amounts collected under the False Claims Act (excluding whistleblower rewards and government reimbursement for damages) be deposited into the fund during this period. This directly affects crime victims who rely on the fund for services like counseling and emergency aid, as it prevents potential shortfalls in funding. The bill makes a concrete policy change by redirecting specific federal civil penalties into the fund, rather than altering the fund's existing purposes or eligibility rules.

Maddy summaryHRES 1148 is a resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that condemns the Iranian government for supporting terrorism, regional proxy conflicts, and internal suppression of dissent - including its crackdown on protests following Mahsa Amini's death in 2022. It specifically calls for maintaining sanctions against Iran, supporting the Iranian Resistance's Ten-Point Plan (which advocates for a democratic, secular, nonnuclear Iran), and protecting Iranian political refugees in Albania. The resolution also affirms the Iranian people's right to self-determination under international law and urges the U.S. to recognize their struggle for freedom. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but formally expresses congressional stance.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new federal tax credit for family child care providers who operate from their primary residence and hold state licenses. It allows qualifying providers to claim up to $5,000 in startup costs per year, including licensing fees, supplies, insurance, safety equipment, furniture, and required home renovations. The credit applies only once per provider (no repeat claims) and expires after 7 years. It directly benefits small-scale, licensed family child care providers serving at least two non-family children, aiming to reduce their initial business setup costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends parental leave benefits to Coast Guard Reserve members by amending existing law. Currently, active-duty parental leave provisions under Title 10 apply only to members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force. The bill removes the exclusion of Coast Guard Reserve members from these provisions, adding them to the list of eligible services. This change ensures Coast Guard Reserve members receive the same parental leave access as their counterparts in other military branches. The bill does not create new leave time but aligns Coast Guard Reserve benefits with existing standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a federal committee composed of agency heads from Education, Justice, Consumer Financial Protection, and other departments to coordinate oversight of for-profit colleges. The committee will share data across agencies, create a centralized complaint system for students, and publish an annual report with detailed data on for-profit institutions' finances, student outcomes, and complaints. It also creates a "For-Profit College Warning List" that identifies institutions with serious issues like fraud or misrepresentation, providing plain-language summaries for parents and students. The bill directly affects for-profit colleges, their students, and the federal agencies that oversee higher education programs.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (HRES 1100) passed by the U.S. House of Representatives to mark Duke University's 100th anniversary. It formally celebrates Duke's founding in 1924, recognizes its historical milestones (including medical advancements, desegregation, and athletic achievements), and encourages North Carolina residents to participate in anniversary events. The resolution directs the House Clerk to provide five copies to Duke University President Vincent E. Price. As a symbolic gesture with no policy impact, it directly affects Duke University and its community through recognition, not legislative action.

Maddy summaryHR 7770, the Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act, authorizes the U.S. Mint to produce and sell three commemorative coins honoring women who worked on the U.S. home front during World War II. It specifies $5 gold coins (max 50,000), $1 silver coins (max 400,000), and half-dollar coins (max 750,000), all to be issued between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Each coin sale includes a surcharge ($35 for gold, $10 for silver, $5 for half-dollar), with all surcharge funds directed to the Rosie the Riveter Trust for maintaining the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park and educational programs. The coins will feature designs reflecting the legacy of diverse women workers and must meet specific weight, diameter, and composition standards.

Maddy summaryHR 6727 establishes the United States Foundation for International Conservation, a nonprofit organization that will provide grants to support long-term management of protected and conserved areas in eligible countries. The Foundation requires a 2:1 cost match from other sources, demands host country and community consent through binding agreements, and prioritizes areas with high biodiversity or species of significant importance. It will be governed by a Board of Directors including government officials and private sector experts, operate for 10 years with $1 million authorized for 2024 and $100 million annually from 2025-2035, and must follow international conservation standards while prohibiting funding for countries supporting terrorism or violating human rights.

Maddy summaryThis concurrent resolution (HCONRES 97) recognizes the gender wage gap, noting that women working full-time earn 84 cents for every dollar earned by men. It highlights racial disparities (e.g., Latinas earn 57 cents, Black women 69 cents) and the economic impact of the gap, including $965 billion in annual lost wages for women. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the issue and reaffirms Congress’s commitment to addressing wage inequality.

Maddy summaryHR 7632 amends U.S. Code to allow NASA to withhold specific technical data related to aeronautics or space projects from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), if sharing that data internationally would require an export license under the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 or the Arms Export Control Act. The bill defines "technical data" broadly to include blueprints, software, and documentation used in designing or manufacturing space/aeronautics systems. However, NASA must still disclose such data to Congress, the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel, federal agencies with legal authority, and the public if export regulations permit it. This change directly affects NASA’s disclosure practices for sensitive space-related technical information, not general public records.