Sen. Cory A. Booker

Maddy summaryThe No Tax Breaks for Outsourcing Act modifies corporate tax rules to prevent companies from avoiding U.S. taxes on income generated through foreign operations. It requires country-by-country reporting of income for multinational corporations, closes loopholes related to "inverted corporations" (foreign companies acquiring U.S. firms to benefit from lower tax rates), and limits interest deductions for certain multinational financial reporting groups. The bill also treats foreign corporations managed and controlled in the U.S. as domestic for tax purposes. These changes primarily affect large multinational corporations with significant foreign operations, with provisions applying to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to ensure certain immigrants a meaningful opportunity to consult with legal counsel during immigration inspections at ports of entry or during deferred inspections. It directly affects individuals like lawful permanent residents returning from travel, refugees, asylees, and others with valid visas or parole documents. Key provisions mandate that CBP provide this consultation within one hour of starting secondary inspection, allow counsel to present evidence, and accommodate in-person meetings when possible. A special rule prevents lawful permanent residents from abandoning their status without first receiving legal advice, unless they provide a written waiver.

Maddy summaryThe GAAME Act of 2023 (S 364) amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to require all public schools to provide sequential, standards-based arts and music education. It defines "arts" as dance, media arts, theater, and visual arts, and mandates that these programs be taught by certified educators. The bill directly affects K-12 public schools receiving federal funding under ESEA, ensuring students have access to these programs through specific funding mechanisms for certified staff, materials, and professional development. It does not change existing academic standards but requires schools to integrate arts and music into their curriculum as part of a well-rounded education.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Communications Act to clarify that "franchise fees" paid by community television providers must be monetary (not in-kind). It specifically changes the definition in Section 622(g)(1) to require that fees be "other monetary assessment," preventing non-monetary payments. The change directly affects community television stations that pay these fees to local governments. It is a technical adjustment to fee requirements, not a new program or funding change.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows veterans with combat-related disabilities and less than 20 years of service to receive both military retired pay and VA disability compensation simultaneously. Previously, such veterans had their retired pay reduced to avoid "concurrent receipt" of both benefits. The bill removes the 20-year service requirement for this group, applying specifically to those retired under Chapter 61 of Title 10 with a combat-related disability as defined in existing law. It does not change eligibility for veterans with non-combat disabilities or those with 20+ years of service.

Maddy summaryThe SAFER Health Act of 2023 strengthens privacy protections for individuals' information related to pregnancy termination (including abortion) or pregnancy loss (such as miscarriage, stillbirth, or ectopic pregnancy). It prohibits healthcare providers, clinics, and related entities from disclosing this sensitive health information in any legal, administrative, or government proceeding without the individual’s explicit consent, except in two limited cases: for professional liability defense or when investigating physical harm to the individual who cannot consent. The bill also requires health IT systems to segregate this data and updates federal regulations to prevent "information blocking" when complying with these privacy rules. This law preempts conflicting state laws but allows states to adopt stronger privacy protections for this information.

Maddy summaryThe Child Care for Every Community Act establishes a comprehensive federal program to provide universal, affordable child care and early learning services to all children under school age. The bill authorizes $500 million annually for fiscal years 2024-2034 to fund prime sponsors (including States, localities, and tribal organizations) that operate programs meeting national quality standards. It requires programs to be accessible to all children with fees based on family income (capping at 7% of income for non-low-income families), prioritizing vulnerable groups like children with disabilities, dual language learners, and low-income families. The legislation mandates comprehensive services including health, nutrition, family support, staff training, fair compensation, and community involvement in program design and operation.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal to honor African American soldiers and sailors who served in the Union forces during the Civil War, specifically recognizing the United States Colored Troops (USCT) and African American Navy personnel. The medal will be presented posthumously by Congress, designed by the Treasury Secretary, and permanently displayed at the Smithsonian Institution. It also allows for the sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs, with proceeds going to the U.S. Mint. The bill directly commemorates the service of approximately 200,000 USCT soldiers and 19,000 African American sailors who served despite systemic discrimination.

Maddy summaryThe Keep Americans Safe Act bans the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of large capacity ammunition magazines (defined as holding more than 10 rounds) for most civilians, while exempting law enforcement officers, retired officers, and certain security personnel. It requires new magazines to have serial numbers and manufacturing dates, and allows federal funding for buy-back programs to remove these magazines from circulation. The law grandfathered existing magazines owned before enactment and excludes specific uses like campus law enforcement or nuclear facility security. This directly affects civilians owning high-capacity magazines but not police, military, or authorized security personnel.

Maddy summaryS 282, the Arctic Refuge Protection Act of 2023, designates approximately 1,559,538 acres of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska as wilderness under federal law. This provision directly affects the Coastal Plain area of the refuge by restricting activities like oil drilling, mining, and development, as wilderness designation prohibits such uses. The bill amends the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act to formally add this specific area to the National Wilderness Preservation System, using a map dated October 20, 2015, for precise boundaries. The change would protect the land from most human alteration while maintaining its ecological integrity.