Rep. Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to create and update guidance within 90 days (and every five years) to ensure hygienic handling of breast milk, baby formula, infant water, juice, and cooling accessories during airport security screening. The guidance must be developed with maternal health organizations and set standards to minimize contamination risks when these items undergo re-screening or additional testing. It also mandates a one-year audit by the DHS Inspector General to assess TSA compliance and evaluate how screening technologies impact the processing of these infant items. The bill directly affects traveling parents and caregivers who transport these essential supplies.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires drug manufacturers to pay rebates to Medicare when their "selected drugs" (cancer and complex therapies subject to negotiated maximum fair prices) are used. Manufacturers must calculate rebates based on the difference between current Medicare payment rates (ASP+6) and new negotiated rates (MFP+6), covering the gap for beneficiaries. This lowers patient coinsurance from the current 20% of ASP+6 to 20% of MFP+6 for these specific drugs during the negotiated price period. The rebates are paid to the Medicare trust fund and apply to Medicare Part B beneficiaries using these drugs, directly affecting drug manufacturers and patients covered under Medicare Part B.

Maddy summaryHR 4296, the CROP for Farming Act, amends existing federal conservation programs to expand eligible practices for farmers. It updates the Food Security Act of 1985 to explicitly include reducing greenhouse gas emissions (like nitrous oxide or methane) and increasing carbon storage in plants or soil as qualifying conservation activities under incentive contracts. This directly affects farmers enrolled in these programs by broadening the types of environmental practices they can pursue for program benefits. The key change modifies two specific sections of the law to add these new criteria to the existing conservation requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 4281, the Bunker Buster Act of 2025, authorizes the U.S. President to provide military support to Israel to prepare for potential strikes against Iran’s underground nuclear facilities. It enables construction of infrastructure in Israel for heavy ordnance (like the Massive Ordnance Penetrator), storage of such munitions, training for Israeli personnel, and joint research to enhance capabilities for destroying underground targets. The bill requires specific certifications to transfer munitions to Israel, including evidence of Iran’s noncompliance with nuclear safeguards and a dual-control system requiring U.S. presidential approval. It explicitly states the bill does not authorize military action against Iran. The legislation focuses on readiness, not actual strikes, and directly affects U.S.-Israel military coordination.

Maddy summaryHR 4280, the Bipartisan Tax Fairness Act of 2025, modifies federal income tax brackets for all filing statuses, including married couples filing jointly, heads of households, single filers, married filing separately, and estates/trusts. It lowers the income thresholds where higher tax rates apply - for example, the 10% bracket for married couples ends at $19,050 (down from current law) instead of $20,550. The bill retains the same marginal tax rates (10% to 39.6%) but adjusts bracket ranges annually for inflation to prevent taxpayers from moving into higher brackets due to rising prices. These changes apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Maddy summaryHRES 564 is a non-binding House resolution calling on the U.S. government to prioritize the return of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia before any peace agreement is finalized. It cites 19,546 confirmed reports of unlawful child deportations to Russia or occupied territories as of April 2025, noting only 1,274 have been returned. The resolution condemns Russia's actions as violations of the Geneva Convention and Genocide Convention, including forced adoptions and Russification policies. It urges that all abducted children be returned prior to concluding peace talks, emphasizing this as a necessary condition for a just resolution to the war. The resolution does not create new law but expresses congressional position on a key issue in U.S. diplomatic efforts.

Maddy summaryThe Expanding Access to Mental Health Services in Schools Act of 2025 creates a federal grant program to help high-need schools hire and retain mental health professionals like counselors, psychologists, and social workers. It targets schools in the top 15% of need (based on student poverty or counts) that lack required staff ratios, such as one counselor per 250 students. Grants fund recruitment incentives (e.g., student loan repayment), retention programs, and evidence-based mental health services, with recipients required to contribute 25% of costs from non-federal funds. Schools must report annually on staff numbers, student-to-staff ratios, and retention rates to track progress toward improved mental health access.

Maddy summaryThe Essential Air Service Reliability Act of 2025 requires airlines applying for Essential Air Service (EAS) contracts to include a contingency plan ensuring continued air service during disruptions not caused by weather. This plan must detail how service will be maintained for eligible communities if an interruption occurs due to factors like equipment failure or staffing issues. The requirement applies to all new EAS applications submitted after the bill becomes law. The bill directly affects airlines seeking EAS contracts and the small communities that rely on these services for essential air connectivity.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally supports designating June 28, 2025, as "Community is Stronger than Cancer Day" to honor community support for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. It does not create new programs or allocate funds but encourages nationwide awareness and community action. The resolution highlights that over 18 million people live with a cancer history and emphasizes fostering compassionate communities to break down barriers to care. It specifically aims to celebrate inspiration, connection, and hope through existing community-based observances planned at 196 locations in 2025.

Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 This bill expands Medicare coverage of intensive behavioral therapy for obesity. Specifically, the bill allows coverage for therapy that is provided by (1) a physician who is not a primary care physician; or (2) other health care providers (e.g., physician assistants and nurse practitioners) and approved counseling programs, if provided upon a referral from, and in coordination with, a physician or primary care practitioner. Currently, such therapy is covered only if provided by a primary care practitioner. The bill also allows coverage under Medicare's prescription drug benefit of drugs used for the treatment of obesity or for weight loss management for individuals who are overweight.