Rep. Andrew Ogles

Maddy summaryHR 6813 blocks the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a specific proposed rule about air emissions reporting. The bill directly targets the EPA Administrator, preventing action on the "Revisions to the Air Emissions Reporting Requirements" rule published in the Federal Register on August 9, 2023. This bill does not change current reporting rules but stops the EPA from moving forward with this particular revision. The key mechanism is a direct prohibition on the EPA's regulatory actions regarding this specific rule.

Maddy summaryHR 6762, the Protecting American Advanced Manufacturing Act, blocks tax credits for manufacturing components produced by companies linked to foreign adversaries (like China or Russia). It prohibits the Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit under tax code section 45X for any component made by a "disqualified entity," defined as companies with 10%+ ownership by foreign adversaries, subject to their control, or involved in prohibited financial arrangements (like debt or leases). This directly affects manufacturers relying on components from such entities, requiring them to source domestically or from non-adversary suppliers to qualify for the credit. The law takes effect for taxable years after its enactment, with the IRS given authority to establish implementation rules.

Maddy summaryHR 6753, the PLCAA Federal Jurisdiction Act, amends the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act to allow gun manufacturers, sellers, and trade associations to move certain lawsuits from state courts to federal courts. Specifically, if these defendants claim a case falls under the PLCAA's protections against liability for gun-related injuries, they can request the case be removed to federal district court. The federal court would then determine if the case qualifies under PLCAA and dismiss it if it does. This change directly affects gun industry defendants by shifting jurisdiction for these specific lawsuits to federal courts.

Maddy summaryHR 6734 prohibits the use of federal funds to finalize, implement, or enforce the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives' (ATF) proposed rule (2022R-17) defining "engaged in the business as a dealer in firearms." This bill directly affects the ATF by blocking funding for this specific regulatory rule, which was proposed in August 2023. The legislation does not create new requirements but prevents federal resources from being used to advance this particular ATF regulation.

Maddy summaryHR 357, the Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act, requires federal agencies to have rules signed by Senate-confirmed appointees (or senior appointees for initiation), aiming to increase oversight of regulatory decisions. It directly affects all federal agencies creating rules under standard procedures (covered by 5 U.S.C. § 553), ensuring higher-level accountability for rulemaking. Exceptions exist only if an agency head certifies that compliance would impede public safety/security, with required notifications to the OIRA Administrator and Federal Register publication. The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) will monitor agency compliance with these requirements.

Maddy summaryHJRES 88 is a resolution seeking to block a Department of Education rule that would have improved income-driven repayment options for federal student loan borrowers. The rule, published in the Federal Register on July 10, 2023, targeted the William D. Ford Direct Loan Program and the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program. This resolution uses the Congressional Review Act process to disapprove the rule, preventing it from taking effect and preserving the current repayment structure. If enacted, it would stop the proposed changes to repayment terms without altering existing loan policies.

Maddy summaryHR 6619, the PATROL Act, prevents the federal government from suing states for building border barriers. It specifically blocks the Attorney General from filing civil lawsuits under the 1899 Act against states that construct physical barriers (like walls, fences, or buoys) along the border to stop illegal entry or protect state territory. The law directly affects states building such barriers and the federal government’s legal authority to challenge those actions. This is a procedural change that removes a legal obstacle for states pursuing border security measures.

Maddy summaryThis bill bans federal funding for at-home COVID-19 tests manufactured in China, imported from China, or produced by Chinese subsidiaries. It directly affects government programs purchasing these tests, such as public health initiatives or emergency response efforts. The key provision prohibits all federal spending on such tests to prevent taxpayer dollars from supporting Chinese-manufactured products. The policy change is limited to specific test origins and does not alter broader public health funding rules.

Maddy summaryThe No Kill Switches in Cars Act (HR 6563) repeals Section 24220 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which had authorized the use of "kill switches" in vehicles to disable them if a driver was impaired by alcohol or drugs. This repeal removes the federal requirement for vehicle manufacturers to incorporate or allow such technology, directly affecting automotive safety regulations and manufacturers' compliance obligations. The bill eliminates a specific statutory provision without introducing new requirements, changing federal policy by withdrawing permission for kill switches in cars. As a procedural repeal, it focuses solely on removing an existing provision from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

No Regulation Through Litigation Act of 202 3 This bill specifies that a federal agency may not enter into a consent decree that exceeds the authority of the court that enters the order related to the decree. It also limits the inclusion of attorney fees or litigation costs in consent decrees or settlement agreements that result in a regulation or guidance document.