Rep. Dan Bishop

Maddy summaryHRES 236 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' disapproval of plans to build a new FBI headquarters outside Washington, D.C. It cites alleged politicization by the FBI's Washington Field Office - such as targeting citizens' First Amendment rights and suppressing investigations - as reason to halt funding for the new facility. The resolution specifically states no federal funds should be used to plan or acquire property for the suburban headquarters. It does not change law or block actual funding (as resolutions lack legal force), but formally opposes the project based on the cited concerns. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Gaetz and referred to relevant committees for review.

Maddy summaryHR 1725, the "End Zuckerbucks Act," amends the Internal Revenue Code to prohibit 501(c)(3) organizations (like charities and nonprofits) from providing direct or indirect funding - including subsidies, scholarships, or below-cost services - to official election organizations, including state or local government election entities. This restriction applies to all funding provided in taxable years beginning after December 31, 2023. The bill directly affects tax-exempt nonprofits that previously could support election-related activities through financial assistance. It does not change existing rules for other types of organizations or public funding.

Maddy summaryThe Build the Wall Now Act requires the Department of Homeland Security to immediately resume construction of physical barriers (such as reinforced fencing and levee walls), tactical infrastructure (including access gates and lighting), and border surveillance technology along the US-Mexico border that was underway or planned before January 20, 2021. It prohibits canceling existing contracts for border barrier projects and mandates using funds appropriated for border construction since October 2016. The bill grants the Secretary of Homeland Security new authority to waive numerous environmental, historic preservation, and land management laws to expedite construction, including exemptions from the Clean Air Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Environmental Policy Act. It also prohibits using federal funds to implement or enforce Presidential Proclamation 10142 from January 2021.

Maddy summaryH.J. Res. 26 is a congressional disapproval resolution blocking the District of Columbia Council's approval of its Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022 (D.C. Act 24-789). It directly affects the District of Columbia by preventing the new criminal code from taking effect, as Congress disapproved the Council's action under the Home Rule Act. The resolution formally rejects the Council's enactment of the code, which was transmitted to Congress on January 27, 2023. This procedural action stops the District from implementing the revised criminal code without further congressional action.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds a new section to federal law making murder of law enforcement officers a capital offense. It mandates death or life imprisonment for individuals who murder federal officers during official duties, or state/local officers when the crime involves interstate activity (like using a weapon that crossed state lines). Key provisions include specific aggravating factors considered for sentencing, such as ambush tactics, prior violent advocacy, or ties to extremist groups. The bill explicitly states it does not affect state court jurisdiction over such cases.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the U.S. State Department to officially designate four specific Mexican drug cartels (Gulf Cartel, Cartel Del Noreste, Cartel de Sinaloa, and Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion) as foreign terrorist organizations under existing law. It mandates a 30-day report explaining why these groups meet the legal criteria for such designation, including justification if they don't. The report must be submitted to specified congressional committees and may lead to additional cartels being designated based on the findings. The bill also clarifies that this designation won't affect asylum eligibility for individuals fleeing these groups.

Maddy summaryHR 1210, the "Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act," amends the Public Health Service Act to give the Secretary of Health and Human Services new authority to block border entries. It directly affects countries with substantial fentanyl smuggling, allowing the Secretary to suspend the introduction of people and property from those nations if they determine it poses a serious public health danger. The key provision permits the Secretary to prohibit border crossings for a set period when fentanyl smuggling creates an increased risk of drugs entering the U.S., based on regulations they establish. This is a procedural change to existing public health law, not a new program.

Maddy summaryThe POWER Act of 2023 prevents the President from blocking or delaying new oil, gas, coal, or mineral leases on federal lands without explicit Congressional approval. It specifically stops executive actions that would delay or cancel permits for energy development on National Forests, public lands, the outer continental shelf, or energy-managed lands. The bill requires Congress to pass new laws if it wants to restrict energy leasing or withdraw land from development under existing federal land laws. This directly affects energy companies seeking to develop resources on federal property by limiting executive authority over lease approvals.

Maddy summaryHR 1469 prohibits the Secretary of Defense from requiring mask-wearing on U.S. military installations to prevent COVID-19 spread. This bill directly affects military personnel, contractors, and visitors on all military bases within the United States. The key provision explicitly blocks the Department of Defense from implementing mask mandates for COVID-19 prevention on these installations. It does not address other public health measures or apply to civilian areas.

Maddy summaryHR 1365, the Lawless Cities Accountability Act of 2023, would withhold all federal funds from cities or states the Attorney General designates as "lawless jurisdictions." It directly affects any state or local government that, according to the bill, fails to enforce law and order - such as by defunding police, refusing federal assistance during violence, or blocking officers from restoring safety. The bill requires the Attorney General to publicly identify these jurisdictions within 30 days of enactment and quarterly thereafter, with funds only reinstated after 180 days or if the designation ends. This policy change shifts federal funding authority to the Attorney General based on specific criteria outlined in the bill.