Rep. Bob Good

Maddy summaryHJRES 11 proposes a constitutional amendment that would limit Members of Congress to serving a maximum of three terms in the House of Representatives and two terms in the Senate. If passed and ratified, it would prevent any member who has already served the maximum terms from running for re-election, including time spent filling vacancies (for more than one year in the House or three years in the Senate). This amendment directly affects current and future members of Congress by changing eligibility rules for re-election. The proposal is currently a joint resolution in the House, requiring ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures to become part of the Constitution.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act) to require retirement plan fiduciaries to select, monitor, and retain service providers (like investment advisors or administrators) without considering race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It directly affects retirement plan managers and administrators who choose third-party service providers for employer-sponsored plans like 401(k)s. The key provision adds a new requirement to ERISA’s existing rules, mandating that these selection decisions must comply with non-discrimination standards under federal civil rights law. The bill does not change benefit amounts or eligibility but ensures the process for choosing plan service providers is inclusive. This is a procedural update to existing retirement plan rules, not a new benefit or policy.

Maddy summaryHR 5654, the "Hot Showers Act," directs the Secretary of Energy to withdraw a specific proposed rule on water heater energy efficiency standards. The bill mandates the withdrawal of the "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Water Heaters" rule (88 Fed. Reg. 49058, July 28, 2023), and prohibits the Department of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing that rule or any substantially similar rule. This action directly affects the Department of Energy and manufacturers of consumer water heaters by halting the proposed efficiency standards. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on withdrawing the rule without creating new policy.

Maddy summaryHR 5561, the Protecting the Right to Keep and Bear Arms Act of 2023, prevents federal agencies from using emergency declarations to implement gun control measures. It specifically prohibits the President from declaring a national emergency under the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Act for gun control purposes, and stops the Health and Human Services Secretary from declaring a public health emergency under the Public Health Service Act for the same reason. The bill also amends the Stafford Act to explicitly prohibit any emergency-related restrictions on possessing, manufacturing, selling, or transferring firearms, ammunition, ammunition feeding devices, or firearm accessories. This directly affects how federal agencies can respond during emergencies without violating the Second Amendment. The law aims to limit executive actions during emergencies that could restrict gun rights.

Maddy summaryHR 5636, the "Protect Children’s Innocence Act," prohibits federal criminal penalties for performing gender-affirming medical care on minors under specific circumstances. It defines prohibited care as surgeries (like hysterectomy or mastectomy), puberty blockers, and hormone therapies at supraphysiologic doses, with exceptions for medical emergencies, intersex conditions, or life-threatening illnesses. The law only applies when the care involves interstate commerce (e.g., payments, communications, or travel across state lines). Minors receiving such care cannot be prosecuted, but they may sue providers for civil damages. The bill directly affects minors under 18, healthcare providers, and families seeking gender-affirming medical treatment.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits federal funding for colleges and universities that require students or staff to get a COVID-19 vaccine to enroll, work, or access services. It directly affects institutions of higher education receiving federal funds, such as those participating in student aid programs. The key provision blocks all federal financial support if an institution enforces such vaccine requirements as a condition of enrollment, employment, or benefits. The law does not ban vaccine mandates outright but ties federal funding to compliance with this prohibition.

Maddy summaryHR 5577, the FACE Act Repeal Act of 2023, would repeal a federal law (Section 248 of Title 18, U.S. Code) that made it a crime to block access to abortion clinics or threaten clinic staff. This repeal would remove criminal penalties for obstructing access to clinics, affecting abortion providers, clinic staff, and individuals attempting to access or block clinic entrances. The bill specifically targets the repeal of this prohibition, applying to prosecutions pending or initiated after the law's enactment. It does not change other abortion-related laws or create new policies.

Maddy summaryHR 5411 blocks the Department of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing a proposed energy efficiency rule for residential clothes washers. The bill specifically targets the "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Clothes Washers" rule (proposed in March 2023). This legislation prevents the rule from moving forward, meaning manufacturers would not be required to meet the new efficiency standards for clothes washers under this specific regulation. The bill directly affects the Department of Energy's regulatory process for appliance energy standards.

Maddy summaryHR 5447, the No Alipay Act of 2023, bans all financial transactions involving Alipay (China) Internet Technology Company Limited between Alipay and "United States persons." This directly affects U.S. citizens, permanent residents, U.S.-organized businesses, and anyone physically present in the U.S. who uses Alipay for payments. The bill prohibits any financial activity, including app usage or payment processing, that involves Alipay and a U.S. person. It defines "financial transaction" broadly to cover any movement of funds or use of financial services affecting interstate or foreign commerce. The law would require U.S. persons to cease using Alipay for any transaction.

Maddy summaryThis resolution supports designating September 22 as "National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day" to raise public awareness about suicide prevention among active-duty service members and veterans. It does not create new policies or funding but aims to highlight mental health challenges like PTSD and depression that contribute to higher suicide rates in these communities. The resolution emphasizes reducing stigma and encouraging help-seeking during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (September). It directly affects military personnel, veterans, and the public by promoting national attention to this issue through a designated awareness day.