Rep. Pramila Jayapal

Ending Corporate Greed Act  This bill imposes a tax through 2026 on certain corporations (corporations other than regulated investment companies, real estate investment trusts, or S corporations) that have average annual gross receipts for a three-year period of at least $500 million. The tax is 95% of what are deemed excess profits for a taxable year.

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes the Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Initiative, which focuses on protecting and restoring the marine ecosystem in Puget Sound's Northwest Straits region (from the Canadian border to Snohomish County, Washington). It maintains a 14-member Commission composed of county representatives, tribal governments, and state-appointed members to guide science-based projects, monitor ecosystem health, and coordinate with NOAA and local communities. The Commission must annually report on progress toward specific benchmarks, including habitat restoration, water quality improvement, and community outreach. The bill provides funding authorization for the Commission's work through NOAA, without granting regulatory authority or altering existing tribal treaty rights.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act to explicitly include public employees - such as those working for federal, state, or local government agencies - under OSHA's coverage. It changes the definition of "employee" to specify that public sector workers are protected, removing previous exclusions. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment for most workplaces, but gives states and local governments without OSHA-approved plans up to 36 months to comply. This directly affects public service workers in government roles by bringing their workplace safety protections under the same federal OSHA framework as private-sector employees.

Maddy summaryHR 8732, the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Act, would establish new labor protections for domestic workers including nannies, housekeepers, and caregivers who work in private homes. The bill requires written agreements between employers and domestic employees, provides earned sick days, ensures fair scheduling practices, and prohibits unfair wage deductions for cash shortages or communications. It also creates a Domestic Employee Standards Board to recommend workplace standards and establishes a National Domestic Employee Hotline for assistance. The bill specifically targets domestic workers who have historically been excluded from labor protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Civil Rights Act, benefiting an estimated 2.2 million domestic workers in the U.S. who are disproportionately women of color and immigrants.

Maddy summaryHR 8691, the Restoring Justice for Workers Act, prohibits employers from requiring workers to sign arbitration agreements before any dispute arises (predispute agreements) or retaliating against workers who refuse them. It also sets strict requirements for postdispute arbitration agreements, mandating written consent after a 45-day waiting period, clear disclosure of workers' rights, and proof the agreement wasn't forced. The bill directly affects all workers (including independent contractors) and employers covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act, ensuring collective claims and concerted activity cannot be barred through forced arbitration. Key provisions make predispute arbitration agreements void and require voluntary, informed postdispute agreements with specific safeguards.

Maddy summaryThis bill bans rental property owners (with 4+ units) and software services from using algorithms that coordinate pricing or lease terms among landlords, which could enable price-fixing. It specifically prohibits "coordinating functions" like collecting and analyzing rental data to recommend prices or occupancy levels, deeming such use a per se violation of antitrust law. The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general can enforce these rules, and victims of violations can sue for triple damages. Pre-dispute arbitration agreements or waivers preventing class actions related to these violations are also invalidated.

Maddy summaryHR 8639, the Warehouse Worker Protection Act, requires employers in covered warehouse facilities (including distribution centers, storage facilities, and delivery services) to provide workers with clear written descriptions of any quotas they're subject to, including how performance is measured and monitored. The bill prohibits quotas that interfere with breaks, safety compliance, or anti-discrimination protections, and mandates that employers provide employee work speed data in human-readable formats. It creates new anti-retaliation protections for workers who exercise these rights or file complaints, and establishes a Fairness and Transparency Office within the Department of Labor to oversee implementation. The act also amends the National Labor Relations Act to explicitly prohibit quotas that discourage workers from exercising their labor rights.

Maddy summaryHR 8617, the Adoptee Citizenship Act of 2024, automatically grants U.S. citizenship to certain internationally adopted individuals who meet specific criteria. It directly affects adoptees adopted by U.S. citizen parents before age 18, who were physically present in the U.S. in legal custody before age 18, never acquired citizenship before the bill's enactment, and were residing in the U.S. on the bill's effective date. For those already in the U.S., citizenship becomes automatic upon meeting these conditions; for those abroad, citizenship is granted upon lawful entry. The bill removes barriers that previously prevented automatic citizenship for these adoptees under prior immigration rules. It requires background checks for visa issuance but exempts applicants from standard inadmissibility grounds.

Maddy summaryHRES 1260 is a non-binding resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for designating May 2024 as "Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Awareness Month." It recognizes progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) as a rare neurodegenerative disease affecting approximately 30,000 Americans, with no known cure and symptoms including cognitive decline, balance issues, and speech difficulties. The resolution specifically supports raising public awareness, encourages research for better treatments and a cure, and commends efforts by patients, families, and organizations working to improve PSP care. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new laws or allocate funding but aims to increase visibility for this under-recognized condition.

Maddy summaryThe George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2024 establishes a National Police Misconduct Registry to track complaints and disciplinary actions against officers, requiring all federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to report use-of-force incidents with racial, gender, and age data. It bans chokeholds and carotid holds in police encounters, prohibits no-knock warrants in drug cases, and reforms qualified immunity to make it harder for officers to avoid accountability for misconduct. The bill mandates body cameras for federal officers, requires independent investigations of officer-involved shootings, and creates new data collection systems to monitor racial profiling and use-of-force patterns. It also includes provisions for civilian oversight boards, improved officer training on de-escalation and implicit bias, and restrictions on military equipment transfers to local police departments. This law affects all law enforcement agencies receiving federal funding under programs like Byrne and COPS grants.