Rep. Elise M. Stefanik

Maddy summaryHR 3540, the INFANT Act of 2023, amends the WIC infant formula contracting rules under the Child Nutrition Act of 1966. It changes the process for selecting formula manufacturers by requiring the Secretary or State agencies to choose two manufacturers through competitive bidding, designating one as the "primary manufacturer" and the other as the "secondary manufacturer." This directly affects the WIC program, which provides nutrition assistance to low-income pregnant women, infants, and children, and the infant formula manufacturers supplying the program. The key provision replaces all references to "primary" with "manufacturer" in the contracting rules to clarify the dual-supplier structure.

Maddy summaryThe POLICE Act of 2023 would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to make it a grounds for deportation if a non-citizen assaults a law enforcement officer. This provision directly affects non-citizens (aliens) who commit such assaults, requiring mandatory deportation proceedings under immigration law. The bill adds a specific clause to the list of deportable offenses without changing criminal penalties for the assault itself. As a result, non-citizens who physically attack police officers or other law enforcement personnel would automatically face deportation as a consequence of their actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Comptroller General to annually investigate nationwide theft of mail and USPS property for five years, reporting findings to specific congressional committees. The reports must detail current USPS theft prevention measures and offer concrete recommendations for improving security. This directly affects the U.S. Postal Service by mandating regular oversight and providing Congress with data to inform future policy decisions. The legislation focuses on establishing a structured reporting process to address theft patterns, without specifying new funding or enforcement actions.

Maddy summaryHR 3455, the TSP Act, prohibits the Thrift Savings Fund (TSP) from investing in any "security of concern." This directly affects federal employees and retirees whose retirement savings are held in the TSP, as their accounts would no longer include certain investments tied to countries identified as national security threats. A "security of concern" includes stocks listed in a "country of concern" (per the Director of National Intelligence's annual report), companies incorporated in such countries, or firms generating over 50% of revenue there. The law bans all forms of these investments, including through mutual funds or synthetic instruments like equity swaps, without exception.

Maddy summaryHRES 399 is a symbolic resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating the week of May 7-13, 2023, as "National Correctional Officers Week." It honors correctional officers for their service in maintaining safety and dignity within correctional facilities, recognizing their role in protecting public safety and managing inmate care. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the contributions of correctional officers across the United States. It directly affects correctional officers by providing a nationally recognized day of appreciation for their work.

Maddy summaryHRES 363 is a resolution expressing support for recognizing National Police Week, an annual observance established by law to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. The resolution acknowledges 556 officers killed in the line of duty during 2022 and calls for ensuring law enforcement officers have necessary equipment, training, and resources to protect both themselves and the public. It encourages the American public to observe National Police Week by honoring law enforcement personnel and recognizing their essential mission in serving communities across the United States. This resolution does not create new law but formally expresses congressional support for an existing observance.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes Congress to award a Congressional Gold Medal to honor the service of Army and Navy nurses who served during World War II. It directly recognizes over 73,000 nurses (59,000 Army and 14,000 Navy) who provided critical medical care under dangerous conditions, often without military status or full benefits. The medal, designed by the Treasury Secretary, will be presented by congressional leaders and permanently displayed at institutions like the Women in Military Service Memorial and the National World War II Museum. The bill does not create new benefits but provides formal recognition for their service, as noted in congressional findings about their contributions to saving lives and supporting military operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act to exclude the value of employer-provided child or dependent care services from calculations used to determine overtime pay. It directly affects employers who offer childcare benefits and their employees, as these benefits will no longer count toward an employee's regular rate of pay for overtime purposes. The key provision adds a new category to the list of non-wage benefits that employers can provide without triggering higher overtime compensation requirements. The change applies to overtime pay for workweeks beginning after the bill's enactment date.

Maddy summaryHR 3238, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2023, updates the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program to increase the availability of affordable housing across the United States. The bill makes several key changes including increasing state funding formulas, modifying tenant eligibility rules to better serve vulnerable populations (such as domestic violence victims and students), and expanding credit eligibility for projects in rural and Native American communities. Specific provisions raise the credit for properties serving extremely low-income households, clarify rules around tenant income increases, and require housing providers to protect victims of domestic violence. The bill also updates terminology from "low-income" to "affordable" throughout the tax code and enhances program transparency through data sharing requirements. These changes aim to make the LIHTC program more effective at creating and preserving affordable housing units for low-income households nationwide.

Maddy summaryThe Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act adjusts pay for Bureau of Prisons employees currently assigned to the "Rest of U.S." pay locality. It directs that if an employee's worksite is within 200 miles of another pay locality, they will be paid according to the nearest locality with the highest pay rate - replacing the lower "Rest of U.S." rate. This applies to correctional officers and other Bureau of Prisons staff, but excludes employees whose worksite is more than 200 miles from any other locality. The change takes effect 180 days after the bill is enacted.