Rep. Stacey E. Plaskett

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the possession, sale, or transfer of most large-capacity ammunition magazines (holding more than 15 rounds) for the general public, while exempting law enforcement officers (including campus security officers), retired officers, and certain licensed entities like nuclear facility security. It requires new magazines manufactured after enactment to have serial numbers and manufacturing dates, and allows federal grant funds to support buy-back programs for these devices. Existing owners of such magazines lawfully possessed before the law's enactment are exempt from the prohibition. The law applies to devices not already covered under current exemptions for law enforcement, nuclear security, and retired officers.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the U.S. Code to expand appeal rights for certain postal employees. It allows non-unionized postal workers in supervisory, professional, technical, clerical, administrative, or managerial roles (covered under the Executive and Administrative Schedule) to directly appeal personnel decisions to the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). Previously, these employees may have lacked this specific appeal path. The change clarifies their eligibility under Section 1005(a)(4)(A)(ii)(I) of Title 39, U.S. Code, ensuring they can seek MSPB review for employment-related disputes.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the U.S. Postal Service to provide written proposals to supervisors' organizations 60 days before pay/benefit decisions expire or after new collective bargaining agreements are reached. It directly affects postal supervisors and managers covered by collective bargaining agreements regarding their pay policies, schedules, and fringe benefits. The key mechanism establishes clear timelines for negotiations and mandates that any dispute resolution panel must issue a binding final decision within 15 days of receiving input from both parties. This aims to streamline the process for resolving pay and benefits disputes between the Postal Service and supervisory staff organizations.

Maddy summaryHRES 61 is a symbolic resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on January 26, 2023, to support the recognition of Dominican Heritage Month. It formally endorses observing a national month from January 21 to February 27 - marking key Dominican cultural and historical dates - to celebrate Dominican American contributions to U.S. society. The resolution encourages public observance through ceremonies and activities but does not create new policies or alter existing laws. It specifically recognizes the cultural, economic, and social impact of the approximately 2.4 million people of Dominican origin in the United States. As a non-binding resolution, it directly affects no individuals or entities but serves as a formal expression of support.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 62) is a symbolic gesture supporting the establishment of a national day to honor Juan Pablo Duarte, the founding father of the Dominican Republic, and to recognize Dominican American contributions. It urges the U.S. public to observe a day of recognition for Dominican Americans through ceremonies and activities, commemorating Duarte’s 210th birthday (January 2023) and the Dominican Republic’s independence (February 2023). The resolution does not create new laws or directly affect any group; it is a non-binding expression of support for cultural recognition.

Identifying Mass Shooters Act This bill requires the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) to report to Congress on the content patterns used by mass shooters through online platforms and social media channels. Additionally, the bill directs the NIJ to solicit applications for research grants on any items for further study that are identified in the report. Finally, the bill requires the NIJ to submit findings and federal legislative recommendations to Congress.

Maddy summaryHR 259, the Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act, requires federal agencies providing disaster aid (like FEMA, SBA, and HUD) to publicly report detailed spending information online. Covered agencies must publish quarterly, machine-readable data on all disaster assistance disbursed, including total amounts, project-specific expenditures, and project details (location, status, and funding sources). This information will be posted on a new subpage of the federal spending website, making it accessible to the public for transparency. The bill directly affects how federal agencies report disaster funds, ensuring greater accountability for how taxpayer dollars are used in recovery efforts following declared disasters.

Maddy summaryHR 286, the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023, provides federal grants to healthcare providers to improve security at their facilities. The bill authorizes the Secretary to fund security services and physical/cyber security enhancements, including video surveillance, data privacy measures, and structural improvements. These grants directly help healthcare facilities, personnel, and patients by addressing safety concerns. The law specifies that funds must be used for necessary security costs to ensure safe access to healthcare services. It does not create new mandates but offers financial support for security upgrades.

Maddy summaryHR 396, the Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act of 2023, defines "bump stock" as any device or modification that increases the firing rate of a semi-automatic weapon to mimic a machine gun. The bill amends federal tax and firearms laws to classify bump stocks as prohibited devices under the National Firearms Act, requiring existing owners to register them within one year of enactment. It directly affects individuals who currently own bump stocks by mandating registration to avoid future possession prohibitions. The law takes effect immediately for new sales but provides a one-year grace period for existing owners to comply with registration requirements.

Maddy summaryHRES 37 is a congressional resolution honoring Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. for achieving 103 years of service since its 1920 founding. The resolution formally congratulates the sorority on its legacy of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and "finer womanhood," highlighting its founding members, global chapters, and notable members like Zora Neale Hurston and Bernette Johnson. It has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or organizations beyond this ceremonial recognition. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 13, 2023, and referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce.