Rep. Scott Fitzgerald

Maddy summaryHJRES 100 is a congressional resolution seeking to block a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule on cybersecurity. It targets the SEC's August 2023 rule requiring public companies to disclose cybersecurity risks, strategies, governance practices, and incident details. If passed, this resolution would nullify the SEC rule, preventing it from taking effect. The bill directly affects public companies subject to SEC regulations and the SEC itself, as it would invalidate the specific cybersecurity disclosure requirements.

Maddy summaryHR 4551 (Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act) prevents the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from requiring securities exchanges or associations to share investors' personal details - such as names, addresses, or Social Security numbers - for routine reporting. The SEC may only request such information during investigations into securities law violations, and exchanges must provide it within 24 hours. The SEC must destroy this data within one day after the investigation concludes. This law directly protects investors' privacy by limiting when their personally identifiable information can be collected and retained.

Maddy summaryHR 10036, the Civil Investigative Demand Reform Act of 2024, updates rules for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) use of civil investigative demands (CIDs) against financial institutions. It extends the time limit for issuing CIDs to 6 years after a violation, requires CIDs to specify facts, and adds a 20-day process for attorneys to ask the CFPB clarifying questions about demand scope. The bill also clarifies grounds for challenging CIDs (e.g., if they're overly burdensome or duplicative) and adds judicial review if the CFPB denies a petition to modify or set aside a demand. These changes directly affect financial companies subject to CFPB investigations by making the process more transparent and providing clearer legal pathways to contest demands.

Maddy summaryThe ROAD to Housing Act (HR 9990) is a comprehensive housing bill designed to improve housing access and affordability for low-income families. It includes key provisions such as enhancing housing counseling programs, creating incentives for small dollar mortgage loans under $70,000, and updating manufactured home regulations to treat homes without permanent chassis similarly to those with them. The bill also establishes new reporting requirements for housing programs, incentivizes local solutions to homelessness through grant programs, and prioritizes housing development in opportunity zones. These measures aim to increase housing choices, improve financial literacy for homeowners, and strengthen oversight of housing assistance programs. The legislation represents a multi-faceted approach to addressing housing challenges across the United States.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires parties in federal civil lawsuits to disclose any third parties (other than their lawyers) who could receive payment if the case succeeds, including the details of any agreements creating that contingent benefit. It directly affects all parties involved in civil cases, attorneys, and third parties with financial stakes tied to case outcomes. Key provisions mandate written disclosure to the court and all parties within 10 days of agreement or case filing, along with corrections if information becomes inaccurate. Exceptions apply for standard loan repayments (including interest rates within specified limits) and attorney fee reimbursements.

Maddy summaryHJRES 136 is a resolution seeking to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would have set new emissions standards for light and medium-duty vehicles sold in 2027 and later model years. The EPA rule, published in April 2024, aimed to require vehicle manufacturers to meet stricter pollution limits for these vehicles. If passed, this resolution would cancel the rule, preventing the EPA from enforcing the new standards. It uses a congressional process that allows Congress to reject agency rules with a simple majority vote.

Maddy summaryHR 9715, the "Strengthening our Servicemembers with Milk Act," requires the Secretary of Defense to provide various types of milk - including unflavored, organic, lactose-free, and fat-free options - at military dining facilities for active-duty members of the Armed Forces. The bill mandates that milk must be available in multiple varieties to accommodate dietary preferences and needs. It also prohibits purchasing milk from entities owned or controlled by foreign adversaries, as defined by existing regulations. This policy change directly affects military personnel dining at installations nationwide, ensuring broader milk access while restricting certain procurement sources.

Maddy summaryHJRES 144 is a congressional disapproval resolution targeting a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) on April 19, 2024. The resolution seeks to block the ATF's rule that redefined the term "engaged in the business" for firearm dealers, which would have affected how federal licensing requirements apply to certain sellers. If enacted, this resolution would nullify the rule, preventing it from taking effect under procedures in Title 5 of the U.S. Code. The bill directly impacts firearm dealers operating under the current regulatory framework and the ATF's enforcement authority.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HJRES 163) is a congressional disapproval resolution targeting an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule finalized on May 9, 2024. The EPA rule established new emissions standards for greenhouse gases from fossil fuel power plants (both new and existing) and repealed a previous rule called the Affordable Clean Energy Rule. The resolution would block this EPA rule from taking effect by invoking the Congressional Review Act (Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code). If passed, it would prevent the EPA rule from being enforced, directly affecting fossil fuel power plant operators and the EPA’s regulatory authority over emissions.

Maddy summaryH.J. Res. 139 is a congressional resolution seeking to disapprove a rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on May 10, 2024. The rule would have established minimum staffing requirements for long-term care facilities and required transparency in Medicaid payment reporting. If passed, this resolution would block the rule from taking effect, preventing these new staffing and reporting requirements from being implemented. The bill directly affects long-term care facilities and Medicaid programs by halting the enforcement of these specific standards.