Rep. Suzanne Bonamici

Maddy summaryHR 3592, the Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act, would award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 627 women who served as "Donut Dollies" in the Red Cross Supplemental Recreation Activities Overseas (SRAO) program during the Vietnam War (1962-1973). The bill directs the Treasury to design and strike the medal, which would be presented by congressional leaders and then given to the Smithsonian Institution for public display and research. It also authorizes the sale of bronze duplicates at cost to cover production expenses. This commemorative measure recognizes the service of these women, who provided recreational support to U.S. troops across 28 locations in Vietnam while facing war-zone dangers.

Maddy summaryThis bill would designate approximately 1.7 million acres of public land in Utah's Colorado Plateau and Great Basin regions as wilderness areas, protecting them from development while preserving traditional uses by Indigenous communities. It establishes specific wilderness areas across Utah's red rock canyons, including the Great Basin Wilderness Areas, Grand Staircase-Escalante Wilderness Areas, and others, with detailed acreage for each designated zone. The bill includes administrative provisions for managing these areas, such as maintaining existing livestock grazing rights, setting road setbacks to protect wilderness character, and reserving water rights for the wilderness areas. This legislation directly affects how the Bureau of Land Management administers public lands in Utah and defines the boundaries for public use of these designated wilderness areas.

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day to increase awareness of health disparities and other challenges facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) elders.

Maddy summaryThe EVs for All Act of 2023 establishes a Department of Energy grant program to fund electric vehicle (EV) sharing services at public housing projects. Eligible entities - like public housing agencies, local governments, and partner nonprofits - can apply for grants to purchase used EVs, install charging equipment, and run community outreach. Grants prioritize projects in historically marginalized communities with high pollution or limited transportation access, require fair labor practices, and mandate affordable, non-discriminatory charging fees. The program requires grantees to report on usage, emissions reductions, and service costs while ensuring EVs meet domestic content and worker protection standards.

Maddy summaryHR 3502, the Responsible Firearms Marketing Act, directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to study and regulate deceptive advertising practices related to firearms. The FTC must study marketing that targets minors, implies illegal use, or promotes semiautomatic assault weapons, then report findings to Congress within two years. If the FTC identifies unfair practices, it must issue enforceable regulations within 18 months of the report to prohibit such marketing by firearm manufacturers, dealers, and importers. The law aims to stop deceptive advertising through FTC enforcement under existing consumer protection rules, directly affecting the firearms industry.

Maddy summaryHR 3420, the My Body, My Data Act of 2023, restricts how companies can handle reproductive and sexual health data - such as pregnancy details, contraceptive use, or abortion-related information - by requiring them to collect only what’s necessary for requested services and limiting employee access. It gives individuals the right to access, correct, or delete their data, see which third parties received it, and get clear privacy policies explaining data practices. The Federal Trade Commission enforces the law, with penalties for violations including $100-$1,000 per violation per day, and bans retaliation for exercising these rights. The law applies to companies (like health apps or insurers) but excludes HIPAA-covered healthcare providers and entities subject to existing federal health privacy rules.

Maddy summary# Comprehensive Summary: Maternal Health and Vaccination Legislation This proposed legislation establishes a comprehensive framework to improve maternal health outcomes across multiple dimensions, with a strong focus on equity and addressing systemic disparities. The bill is organized into 13 titles covering various aspects of maternal health care. ## Key Focus Areas 1. **Maternal Health Equity**: The legislation emphasizes reducing racial and ethnic disparities in maternal health outcomes, with specific provisions targeting communities of color and underserved populations. 2. **Incarcerated Mothers**: Includes provisions to end shackling of pregnant individuals in correctional facilities and establishes programs for maternal health care in prisons and jails. 3. **Technology and Telehealth**: Creates grant programs for telehealth models, technology-enabled collaborative learning, and digital tools to improve access to maternal care. 4. **Climate Change Impact**: Addresses how climate change affects maternal and infant health, with a focus on vulnerable populations. 5. **Public Health Emergencies**: Establishes protocols for maternal care during public health crises like pandemics. 6. **Vaccinations**: Expands maternal vaccination awareness and equity campaigns. ## Major Provisions **Maternal Vaccination Campaign (Title XIII)**: - Expands awareness campaigns to specifically target pregnant and postpartum individuals - Allocates $17 million annually (2024-2028) for vaccination outreach - Includes specific efforts to increase vaccination rates among racial/ethnic minority groups **Technology and Telehealth (Titles IX)**: - $6 million annually for technology-enabled collaborative learning models - $6 million annually for digital tools to promote equity in maternal health - Creates a demonstration project for alternative payment models in maternal care **Climate Change and Maternal Health (Title XII)**: - $100 million for a grant program to protect vulnerable mothers and babies from climate change risks - $5 million for education and training at health profession schools - Establishes a National Institutes of Health Consortium on Birth and Climate Change Research **Incarcerated Mothers (Title VIII)**: - Requires 25% grant reduction for states that don't restrict restraints on pregnant incarcerated individuals - Establishes model programs in Bureau of Prisons facilities for pregnant and postpartum incarcerated individuals - $10 million annually for State and local prison and jail programs **Public Health Emergency Response (Title XI)**: - $100 million for data collection on maternal health during public health emergencies - $30 million for expanding maternal mortality reviews - $45 million for Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) - $15 million for research on public health emergencies' impact on maternal health ## Cross-Cutting Themes - **Equity Focus**: Nearly every provision includes specific measures to address racial and ethnic disparities - **Data Collection**: Strong emphasis on collecting and analyzing demographic data - **Community Involvement**: Requires input from community-based organizations and affected populations - **Interagency Coordination**: Mandates collaboration between multiple federal agencies - **Long-Term Investment**: All funding is allocated for 5-year periods (2024-2028) The legislation represents a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to improving maternal health outcomes in the United States, with particular attention to vulnerable populations and systemic barriers that contribute to poor maternal health outcomes.

Maddy summaryHR 3491, the POJA Act of 2023, amends the Age Discrimination in Employment Act to explicitly prohibit age discrimination against *job applicants* (not just current employees) in hiring. It requires the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to study age discrimination claims from 2015 onward, including closed cases, and report findings and recommendations to Congress within one year of enactment. The bill directly affects job seekers aged 40 and older who face potential age bias during the hiring process. Key provisions include updating the legal definition of protected individuals and mandating a comprehensive study to identify patterns and improve prevention strategies.

Maddy summaryThe Keeping All Students Safe Act prohibits the use of "unlawful" seclusion and restraint in schools, including physical restraint that's life-threatening, contraindicated for a student's disability, or not properly trained for. It requires schools to use less restrictive interventions first, mandates training for school personnel in crisis intervention, and establishes reporting requirements for restraint incidents, including immediate parent notification and annual public reporting. The bill prohibits using physical restraint as a planned intervention in student education plans and requires states to submit compliance plans with data on restraint incidents disaggregated by race, disability status, and other factors. It applies to public schools and programs receiving federal funding, but does not affect private schools not receiving federal funds or home schools.

Maddy summaryThe Clean Energy Minerals Reform Act of 2023 establishes a new regulatory framework for hardrock mineral mining on federal lands, replacing the 1872 Mining Law. It requires permits for exploration and operations, imposes new royalty rates (minimum 8-12.5% of gross value), and creates a new Abandoned Hardrock Mine Reclamation Program funded by fees and royalties. The bill establishes a "small miner's lease" program with reduced fees for small operations (up to 200 acres) and requires financial assurance to cover reclamation costs. It also mandates consultation with Indian Tribes before mineral activities that may impact tribal lands or resources, and prohibits mining in protected areas including National Parks, wilderness areas, and sacred sites. The bill applies to all existing mining claims and new mineral activities on federal lands, with new rules taking effect upon enactment.