Rep. Jasmine Crockett

Maddy summaryHCONRES 82 is a symbolic resolution recognizing and supporting the New Heights Bid Committee's effort to secure the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup for a joint U.S.-Mexico bid. It directs Congress to encourage the President and federal agencies to assist the committee in meeting hosting requirements and to consider future legislation if the bid is successful. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally expresses congressional backing for the bid committee's work. It directly affects the New Heights Bid Committee by affirming congressional support for their efforts to host the tournament.

Maddy summaryHR 7007, the BEST Act, provides federal grants to states to establish or improve Seal of Biliteracy programs recognizing students proficient in English and one additional language. It requires states to include Native American languages as a base language (allowing proficiency in them to substitute for English) and ensures equitable access for English learners, students with disabilities, and heritage language learners. The $10 million annual funding (2024-2028) supports program administration, public outreach, and subsidizing testing for low-income students. States must award students a permanent seal on diplomas or transcripts upon meeting state-set proficiency criteria for speaking and writing in both languages.

Maddy summaryThis bill restores visa eligibility for immigrants who had diversity visas allocated for fiscal years 2017-2022 but were denied entry due to specific travel restrictions (like Executive Orders 13769/13780 or related proclamations) or pandemic-related delays. The State Department must notify affected individuals within 90 days of the bill’s enactment, giving them one year to confirm they wish to proceed with their visa applications. Unused visas from those years can be reallocated without counting against current annual limits, and applicants who fail to respond or are denied for standard reasons (like education requirements) lose eligibility. The policy directly affects individuals impacted by these specific past barriers to immigration.

Maddy summaryHRES 962 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy, specifically celebrating his 95th birthday on January 15, 2024. It symbolically affirms his teachings by condemning hate, discrimination, and prejudice against Black Americans, Indigenous people, Jewish, Asian-American/Pacific Islander, Muslim, Hispanic/Latino communities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it solely expresses the House's support for Dr. King's values of diversity, tolerance, and equality through non-binding statements. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or direct impact on any group or individual.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to remove a requirement that state agencies include photographs on electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards used for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, it eliminates the provision allowing states to mandate photo identification on SNAP EBT cards, stating that "a State agency may not require that an electronic benefit card contain a photograph." The change directly affects SNAP recipients who previously might have been required to provide a photo for their benefits card. The amendment takes effect 180 days after enactment, with existing certification periods unaffected.

Maddy summaryThe Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024 allocates $7 billion in funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) during fiscal year 2024. The ACP provides subsidies to low-income households to help cover the cost of internet service and connected devices like laptops or tablets. This funding ensures the program can continue supporting eligible households throughout the year, with the money remaining available until fully spent. The bill extends existing program funding without changing eligibility criteria or service requirements.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 81 is a symbolic concurrent resolution recognizing the anniversaries of multiple United Nations-designated international days focused on peace, such as the International Day of Peace (September 21), International Day of Non-Violence (October 2), and others. It commemorates specific milestones, including the 42nd anniversary of the International Day of Peace and the 5th anniversary of the International Day of Living Together in Peace. The resolution encourages U.S. citizens to observe these days and supports activities promoting peace, nonviolence, and cooperation throughout the year. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or requirements but expresses congressional support for global peace efforts.

Maddy summaryThe Menopause Research and Equity Act of 2023 requires the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to evaluate existing and ongoing research on menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life women’s health, identifying gaps in knowledge and funding over the past five years. The NIH must then develop a strategic plan with health professionals (including specialists like gynecologists and endocrinologists) to address these gaps and guide future research on treatments for menopause symptoms. The bill also mandates new NIH research on causes, symptoms, and treatments for menopause-related health issues, including a study on hormonal treatments. All activities must be funded using existing NIH resources, with no new appropriations authorized. This aims to improve scientific understanding of women’s mid-life health needs.

Maddy summaryThe WARM Act of 2023 creates a national menopause public awareness program through the CDC, allocating $70 million for 2025-2028 to increase understanding of menopause symptoms, related health conditions, and treatment options through culturally competent educational materials. It provides $31.7 million for grants to train health care providers (including physicians, nurses, and pharmacists) in managing menopausal symptoms, with priority given to institutions serving rural, Tribal, and other underserved communities. The bill also establishes regional centers of excellence to develop evidence-based curricula for health professions schools to improve menopause education. The program requires reports to Congress by 2025 and 2026 on implementation and effectiveness.

Maddy summaryThe Brittany Clardy Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Act establishes a new Office within the Department of Justice to address the disproportionate rates of missing and murdered Black women and girls in the U.S. The Office will collect and analyze data on these cases - including case resolution times, Amber Alert usage, and trafficking links - and create a public dashboard for tracking. It also creates a grant program for community organizations to provide culturally appropriate prevention services, law enforcement training, and victim support. The Office must submit biennial reports to Congress with findings and recommendations to improve the criminal justice response to these cases. This bill directly affects Black women and girls facing violence, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations providing related services.