Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman

Maddy summaryHRES 846 is a symbolic resolution designating October 2025 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It expresses the House's support for raising awareness about domestic violence and its impacts, and calls for continued congressional attention to ending domestic violence through existing programs. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect any specific groups - it is purely a statement of support. It references statistics on domestic violence prevalence but focuses on awareness rather than policy changes.

Maddy summaryHRES 849, the "Ban Crypto Corruption Resolution," would prohibit current and prospective federal elected officials (including the President, Vice President, Members of Congress, and their immediate families) from creating, endorsing, or holding digital assets like cryptocurrencies, memecoins, or NFTs. It requires these individuals to place existing digital assets in a blind trust during their service and for two years afterward, mandates full public disclosure of all crypto transactions, and bans foreign investment in politician-linked digital ventures. The resolution also establishes civil and criminal penalties for violations and clarifies that any personal crypto activities would be deemed unofficial acts. This applies broadly to all covered officials, aiming to prevent conflicts of interest, self-enrichment, and foreign influence through digital asset activities.

Maddy summaryHR 5852 authorizes a study to evaluate the Upper Raritan River Watershed in New Jersey for potential inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The bill designates specific segments of the North Branch Raritan River, South Branch Raritan River, and Lamington-Black River, along with their tributaries, for this study. The Secretary of the Interior must complete the study within three years of funding and submit a report to Congress detailing the findings. This bill does not protect the rivers directly but initiates a process to assess their eligibility for future conservation designation under federal law. The study would specifically cover the Upper Raritan River watershed in New Jersey.

Maddy summaryHR 5867, the Plant-Powered School Meals Pilot Act, creates a federal grant program to help schools serve 100% plant-based meal options. It authorizes $10 million for grants to school food authorities (specifically those serving 50%+ students eligible for free/reduced-price meals) over three years to cover staff training, meal preparation, community partnerships, and procurement from underserved farmers. The bill also establishes a separate $2 million pilot to reimburse schools for nondairy beverage substitutions for students with dietary needs, prioritizing schools with high lactose intolerance rates. Both pilots require annual reporting on participation, meal counts, and fund usage, with final reports submitted to Congress.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the U.S. House of Representatives' support for recognizing October 26, 2025, as Intersex Awareness Day, which honors intersex individuals - those with natural variations in physical sex characteristics (such as anatomy, hormones, or chromosomes) that differ from typical male or female bodies. It affirms the day’s goals of promoting bodily autonomy and addressing issues like nonconsensual medical procedures on intersex children. The resolution encourages federal agencies, schools, and organizations to observe the day through educational activities that increase public awareness and support for the intersex community. It does not create new laws or policies but symbolically aligns with existing federal actions promoting nondiscrimination and health equity for intersex people.

Maddy summaryHR 5830, the Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025, would establish a 3-year pilot program providing monthly cash payments to 20,000 eligible low-income individuals aged 18-65. Participants would receive payments equal to the fair market rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in their ZIP code, paid monthly on the 15th, with these payments not counting as income for other federal benefits. The program, funded at $495 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2030, requires a study tracking impacts on participants' financial stability, health, housing, and other outcomes. The final report would assess the program’s feasibility for broader expansion.

Maddy summaryHRES 824 is a ceremonial House resolution recognizing the religious and historical significance of Diwali, the festival of lights. It acknowledges Diwali’s meaning across Hindu, Sikh, and Jain traditions - symbolizing light over darkness, good over evil, and marking spiritual milestones like Guru Hargobind’s release and Lord Mahavira’s Nirvana. The resolution expresses respect for Indian-Americans and the global Indian diaspora, highlighting Diwali’s role in U.S. religious diversity. As a non-binding recognition, it does not create new laws, policies, or funding, but formally honors the cultural observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires congressional and White House approval before any corporate or individual name, logo, or advertisement can be displayed on the White House grounds or in its buildings. It blocks permanent or semi-permanent displays (like plaques or signage) without consent from the House Speaker, Minority Leader, and White House Curator. The law applies to all White House grounds and structures, preventing unsanctioned commercial endorsements or sponsorships. Existing rules for commemorative monuments (under the Commemorative Works Act) would still govern approved displays.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 57 is a symbolic resolution honoring Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy murdered in a hate crime in Illinois on October 14, 2023. It commemorates his life and condemns the perpetrator’s anti-Muslim, anti-Palestinian hate speech that led to his death. The resolution states that the U.S. has "zero tolerance for hate crimes, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, and anti-Palestinian and anti-Arab discrimination." As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves to recognize the victim and affirm national principles against hate-based violence.

Maddy summaryHRES 809 is a symbolic resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for designating the second Monday in October 2025 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day." It does not create new law or directly affect any individuals or communities, but rather encourages the public to observe this day through ceremonies celebrating Indigenous history and culture. The resolution highlights existing local and state observances (over 200 municipalities and 17 states) and notes that Columbus Day currently does not honor Indigenous contributions. It urges Americans to recognize Indigenous Peoples' enduring legacy and cultural impact, while supporting the eventual designation of this day as a Federal holiday.