Rep. Steven Horsford

Maddy summaryHRES 1473 is a non-binding resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that condemns racism, bigotry, and misinformation targeting Haitian people and their descendants. It celebrates the historical contributions of Haitian Americans to U.S. society, including founding cities (like Chicago via Jean Baptiste Point du Sable), advancing civil rights (W.E.B. Du Bois), and enriching healthcare, education, and culture. The resolution specifically calls on all Americans to reject racist tropes and misinformation, and urges elected officials to promote inclusivity and responsible communication. It was introduced in response to recent false claims that fueled threats against Haitian communities, such as the bomb threats in Springfield, Ohio.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new presumption that veterans who served at the Nevada Test and Training Range since January 1, 1972, were exposed to radiation and toxins during their service. It directly affects veterans assigned to duty at this Nevada site, including airspace above it, by establishing that such exposure is assumed without requiring individual proof. Key provisions include adding onsite military work at the Nevada site to the list of "radiation-risk activities" and specifically covering lipomas and tumor-related conditions as service-connected disabilities for these veterans. The change simplifies the process for qualifying veterans to receive VA disability benefits related to these health conditions.

Maddy summaryHR 6319 (the 911 SAVES Act of 2023) requires the Office of Management and Budget to reclassify public safety telecommunicators as "Protective Service Occupations" within 30 days of enactment. This change corrects their current misclassification in the federal Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system, which is used for statistical data on jobs. The bill directly affects how these professionals - critical in emergency calls involving missing children, active threats, and officer safety - are officially categorized in government workforce data. It does not create new benefits or funding but aims to better recognize their lifesaving role through accurate federal job classification.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Medicaid and CHIP rules to let eligible out-of-state healthcare providers enroll without extra state screening. It applies to providers already in Medicare or their home state program, with low fraud risk, serving children under 21 with complex medical conditions. Providers would receive 5 years of enrollment under this streamlined process, eliminating state-level barriers. The change directly affects children seeking specialized care across state lines and the providers who serve them.

Maddy summaryThe Apex Area Technical Corrections Act (HR 1504) amends the 1989 Apex Project, Nevada Land Transfer and Authorization Act to update its legal framework for land transfers in Southern Nevada. It adds the City of North Las Vegas and the Apex Industrial Park Owners Association as authorized recipients for land transfers (replacing Clark County as the sole recipient), and exempts certain mineral sales on the Apex Site from competitive bidding requirements. The bill also requires environmental compliance for all land transfers under the Act, aligning with federal environmental laws. These changes directly affect the City of North Las Vegas - a predominantly minority community that has faced economic hardship - and the private stakeholders managing the Apex Industrial Park.

Maddy summaryThe TIPS Act repeals the lower minimum wage for tipped workers, requiring employers to pay the standard federal minimum wage (instead of a reduced rate that relied on tip credits) and mandating that all tips go directly to employees - except for allowed tip pooling among staff who regularly receive tips. It also creates a new tax deduction for qualified tips received in traditional tipped occupations (like food service, hospitality, and custodial work), limited to individuals with adjusted gross income under $112,500. This deduction applies to both itemizing and non-itemizing taxpayers, with reporting requirements for tips via employer statements. The bill modifies tax forms to accommodate this change, effective for tax years starting after December 2024.

Maddy summaryHRES 1448 is a non-binding House resolution stating that the House believes every person has the right to emergency health care, including abortion care, during medical emergencies. It specifically addresses concerns that abortion restrictions force medical providers to choose between treating patients in life-threatening situations or risking criminal charges. The resolution highlights that such restrictions disproportionately harm Black, Indigenous, people of color, immigrants, low-income individuals, and LGBTQI+ patients. It does not change existing laws but expresses congressional support for ensuring access to emergency care without legal barriers. The resolution was introduced by multiple House members and referred to the Energy and Commerce Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill caps the interest rate at 6% on student loans that active-duty servicemembers (or their spouses jointly) consolidate or refinance *during* military service, but only if those loans were originally taken out *before* they joined the military. It directly affects servicemembers who use consolidation or refinancing to manage pre-service student debt while serving. The key provision limits interest rates on these specific consolidated/refinanced loans to 6% for the duration of military service, excluding other types of debt. The bill defines "student loan" to include both federal loans under the Higher Education Act and qualifying private loans.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends survivor benefits to spouses of veterans who die from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It revises eligibility rules so that veterans who die from ALS are treated as having met the required service duration for benefits, and surviving spouses must have been married for at least eight years prior to the veteran's death. The bill also requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to submit a report within 180 days identifying other service-connected disabilities with high mortality rates that might qualify for similar treatment. These changes apply to veterans dying from ALS on or after October 1, 2023.

Maddy summaryThis bill prioritizes funding for rural healthcare facilities through the USDA's Community Facilities Program. For fiscal years 2025-2031, the Secretary of Agriculture must give priority to rural hospitals and healthcare providers seeking loans or grants to develop essential facilities. Funds can be used for medical supplies, telehealth expansion, staffing support, or renovating closed facilities. Additionally, 10% of guaranteed loan funds under the program must be reserved annually to support these rural healthcare projects.