Rep. Thomas H. Kean, Jr.

Maddy summaryHR 9060 extends tax credits for biodiesel and renewable diesel producers and users through 2025, replacing the previous 2024 expiration date. It amends the Internal Revenue Code to extend the biodiesel credit (Section 40A) and biodiesel mixture credit (Section 6426) for fuels sold or used after December 31, 2024. The bill also adds a provision preventing double benefits by requiring the credit amount to be zero for fuels already claiming another credit under Section 45Z(a). This directly affects biodiesel producers, refiners, and businesses using these fuels for tax purposes.

Maddy summaryThe Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act creates a 20% tax credit for converting non-residential buildings into affordable housing. To qualify, buildings must be at least 20 years old and nonresidential, with conversion costs exceeding 50% of the building's adjusted basis or $100,000. The converted housing must be rent-restricted for 30 years for residents earning 80% or less of area median income (60% in certain designated areas), with a $12 billion national credit limit. Special provisions apply for economically distressed areas and rural historic preservation projects, primarily affecting developers who convert vacant commercial buildings in downtown or main street areas into affordable housing.

Maddy summaryThe DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2024 updates the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) framework by redefining country classifications (including "less developed country" and "wealthy country"), prioritizing support for less developed countries, and increasing the DFC's maximum contingent liability from $60 billion to $120 billion. The bill allows the DFC to accept subordinate creditor status (meaning it would be a lower priority for repayment than other creditors), reduces the board size from 5 to 3 members, and creates a new Vice President for Foreign Policy and National Security position. It also repeals the European Energy Security and Diversification Act of 2019. These changes aim to modernize the DFC's operations to better align development financing with U.S. foreign policy goals. The bill directly affects how the DFC operates and where it provides financing for development projects.

Maddy summaryHR 3042 updates the eligibility rules for countries seeking to become "candidate countries" under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) program. It revises the income threshold to align with World Bank graduation standards and clarifies that U.S. waivers or suspensions of foreign aid restrictions no longer disqualify countries. The bill specifies that the MCC Board will make the final determination on candidate country status. This directly affects countries aiming to qualify for U.S. economic aid through the MCC program.

Maddy summaryHRES 1355 is a non-binding resolution supporting the designation of July 10 as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. It honors lineworkers who maintain electrical infrastructure under hazardous conditions, including during disasters, and commemorates Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, who died on July 10, 1896, while troubleshooting an electrical outage. The resolution encourages public recognition of these workers' contributions but does not create new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHRES 1350 is a non-binding resolution expressing concern about lead exposure affecting approximately one-third of the world’s children (up to 800 million globally), per WHO and UNICEF data. It calls on the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and relevant agencies to integrate lead exposure prevention into global health, education, and environmental programs, particularly targeting vulnerable communities in low- and middle-income countries. The resolution highlights lead’s irreversible neurological harm to children, its economic costs ($6 trillion globally), and the need for cost-effective interventions like preventing lead in consumer goods and recycling. It does not create new laws but urges existing U.S. international programs to prioritize lead prevention as part of global health and environmental efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs U.S. agencies to develop a strategy for local-level cooperation with Mexico to combat fentanyl trafficking through enhanced law enforcement support, community dialogue, and resources for border towns. It also mandates a study on using satellite internet to provide uncensored broadband access in remote areas of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, avoiding "untrusted" telecom equipment. Additionally, it requires a review of financial access barriers in Caribbean nations, examining sanctions, trafficking rules, and embassy presence. The bill directly affects U.S. foreign policy implementation, border communities, remote populations lacking internet, and Caribbean financial systems.

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 summaryHCONRES 115 is a procedural resolution calling for a joint session of Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 2, 2026. It directs both the House and Senate to convene together at Independence National Historical Park to commemorate the 250th anniversary (semiquincentennial) of the Declaration of Independence. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any specific group; it solely schedules a ceremonial event honoring Philadelphia's historical role as the site where the Declaration was approved. This is a non-binding commemorative measure focused on marking a historical milestone.

Maddy summaryHR 8821, the HOPE with Fertility Services Act, requires group health plans and health insurance issuers that cover obstetrical services to provide comprehensive coverage for infertility treatments and fertility preservation when medical treatments (like cancer therapy) cause or risk iatrogenic infertility. It defines infertility broadly and mandates coverage for procedures like IVF, egg freezing, and ovulation induction, while allowing standard cost-sharing but prohibiting insurers from discouraging or penalizing these services. Insurers must annually submit analyses of their coverage rules for these treatments to the Secretary of Labor for 5 years after enactment, with potential civil penalties for noncompliance. The law applies to all applicable plans starting January 1, 2026.