Rep. Harriet M. Hageman

Maddy summaryHR 3870, the COAL POWER Act, repeals a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule issued on May 7, 2024, which set emission standards for coal- and oil-fired power plants. This bill directly affects coal and oil-fired electric utilities by removing their requirement to comply with that particular EPA regulation (89 Fed. Reg. 38508). The key mechanism is a straightforward repeal, treating the rule as if it never took effect. The bill does not create new rules or alter existing environmental standards beyond this specific EPA action.

Maddy summaryHR 589, the FACE Act Repeal Act of 2025, would repeal a federal law (Section 248 of Title 18, U.S. Code) that prohibited obstructing access to reproductive health care facilities through physical means, intimidation, or violence. This repeal would eliminate the federal criminal penalty for such conduct, meaning federal prosecutors could no longer charge individuals under this specific law. The bill applies to all pending or future federal prosecutions related to these actions. It does not affect state laws that may still regulate access to reproductive health care facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Regulatory Flexibility Act to strengthen protections for small businesses affected by federal regulations. It requires agencies to conduct more detailed analyses of how proposed rules impact small entities, including assessing both direct and indirect economic effects like compliance costs and revenue impacts. The bill expands the definition of "small entity" to include more nonprofits and tribal organizations, and mandates agencies to consider alternatives that minimize negative impacts or maximize benefits for these businesses. It also enhances the role of the Small Business Administration's Chief Counsel for Advocacy, granting them greater authority to review regulations and represent small business interests during rulemaking.

Maddy summaryThis bill increases penalties for nonimmigrant visa overstays under U.S. immigration law. It directly affects individuals admitted on temporary visas (like students or workers) who remain in the U.S. past their authorized stay, defining a violation as failing to maintain status for 10 cumulative days. Key provisions raise civil fines from $50-$250 to $500-$1,000 per violation, with doubled penalties for repeat offenses, and add criminal penalties of up to 6 months (first violation) or 2 years (repeat offenses). The law also clarifies that these penalties apply in addition to existing civil or criminal penalties.

Maddy summaryHR 3751, the Reliable Grid Act, requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to pause enforcement of specific regulations that could lead to premature retirement of reliable power plants (like coal, natural gas, and nuclear facilities). It directs the EPA to grant waivers for such plants and mandates coordination with grid operators to prevent capacity shortages, citing concerns about over-reliance on intermittent renewable energy sources. The bill specifically targets EPA rules finalized in May 2024, including the New Source Performance Standards for fossil fuel plants and related emissions guidelines, aiming to ensure grid reliability amid rising electricity demand.

Maddy summaryHRES 475 (June 4, 2025) is a non-binding resolution that formally recognizes "Family Month" and ends the House of Representatives' recognition of Pride Month. It directs the House to "recognize the benefit of marriage and family" while stating it "no longer recognizes Pride Month," citing the resolution's view that traditional nuclear families are essential to society. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but changes the House's official acknowledgment of months. It specifically targets the House's ceremonial recognition, not federal law or programs affecting citizens. This is a symbolic procedural action with no direct impact on legislation or constituents.

Maddy summaryHR 3694, the VALID Act of 2025, requires lenders to include specific information about VA loans in mortgage disclosures. It amends the National Housing Act to mandate that disclosures state the loan-to-value ratio and clarify that VA loans are available under Chapter 37 of Title 38 (veterans' benefits law), assuming prevailing interest rates. The bill also requires the Federal Housing Finance Agency to add a military service question to the Uniform Residential Loan Application form, placing it above the signature line within six months of enactment. This directly affects veterans and active-duty service members applying for VA-guaranteed mortgages, as well as the lenders processing those applications.

Maddy summaryHR 3608, "Connor’s Law," requires commercial motor vehicle operators (like truck and bus drivers) to read and speak English well enough to converse with the public, understand English traffic signs, respond to officials, and complete reports. The bill adds this language requirement to existing federal safety rules for commercial drivers. Drivers found noncompliant with this rule would face an "out of service" order, meaning they cannot operate their vehicle until they meet the requirement. This directly affects commercial drivers operating in the U.S. under federal safety regulations.

Maddy summaryHR 3583 requires funeral honors details presenting a folded U.S. flag to military members or veterans at funerals to recite the 13 specific "Folds of Honor" with their symbolic meanings (e.g., "The 1st fold is a symbol of life"). This applies to flag presentations under federal law for deceased service members or veterans, directly affecting military funeral honors teams. Families may opt out of the recitation if they choose, per the bill's exception clause. The bill adds this requirement to U.S. Code without changing existing funeral procedures.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 433) is a symbolic congressional statement condemning former FBI Director James Comey for a social media post described in the bill as inciting violence against President Trump. It claims Comey's post - featuring the phrase "86-47" with "cool shell formation" - seemed to call for eliminating the president, jeopardizing his security during a foreign trip. The resolution formally condemns this as "indefensible," urges barring Comey from future federal employment, and requests a DOJ investigation into his post. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change laws but reflects the sponsors' position on the matter. The bill focuses on the stated claims within its text, not on verified facts about the post or Comey's intent.