Rep. Darrell Issa

Maddy summaryThe PEACE Act requires the U.S. President to impose sanctions on Azerbaijani officials, military units, or entities that knowingly aid hostile actions against Armenia. Sanctions include blocking U.S. assets and banning visas for targeted individuals, while exempting transactions involving agricultural commodities, food, medicine, and humanitarian aid. The bill defines "hostile actions" as military aggression causing significant harm to Armenia’s sovereignty or infrastructure. It mandates regular reports on Azerbaijan’s actions and expires after seven years. The law aims to pressure Azerbaijan toward peace negotiations without restricting essential aid.

Maddy summaryHRES 719 is a House resolution honoring Charles "Charlie" James Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA who was assassinated on September 10, 2025. The resolution condemns his assassination and all political violence, extends condolences to his family, and calls on Americans to reject violence while promoting civil discourse. It specifically recognizes Kirk's legacy as a defender of constitutional principles and his role in inspiring youth through free speech and faith-based civic engagement. As a commemorative resolution, it does not enact policy changes but formally expresses the House's stance on honoring his life and legacy.

Maddy summaryHRES 742 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy's founding on October 13, 1775, when the Continental Congress established the first U.S. naval force. It formally acknowledges the Navy's historical role in protecting American interests and its current global presence (over 290 ships, 3,700 aircraft, and 500,000 personnel). The resolution expresses appreciation for Navy personnel past and present and reaffirms congressional support for the Navy as a key element of national defense and global stability. As a commemorative resolution, it has no policy or funding impact - it serves only to honor the Navy's legacy.

Maddy summaryThe FIREARM Act (HR 3770) changes how federal firearm licensees (like dealers) handle violations of firearms laws. It requires the Attorney General to give licensees 30 business days to correct minor, self-reported violations - such as clerical errors - with assistance and training, instead of automatically revoking licenses. The bill also adds a 15-day window for licensees to challenge revocations in federal court, where courts must review the case anew and only uphold revocations if the licensee willfully violated the law. Additionally, it applies retroactively to licensees whose licenses were revoked under a 2021 enforcement policy, allowing them to reapply if they meet compliance requirements.

Maddy summaryHJRES 116 is a ceremonial resolution honoring 13 U.S. service members who died in the August 26, 2021, Abbey Gate bombing at Kabul's airport. It designates a National Day of Remembrance for those who perished during the Afghanistan withdrawal, expresses condolences to their families, and commemorates their service. The resolution does not create new policies or funding but formally recognizes their sacrifice and the role they played in saving lives during the evacuation. It directly affects the Gold Star families of the named service members and the broader public through this national acknowledgment.

Maddy summaryHR 5042 repeals a 2021 Department of Energy (DOE) rule defining showerheads and reinstates a 2020 DOE definition for determining acceptable water pressure standards. This bill directly affects showerhead manufacturers and consumers by clarifying which regulatory definition applies to water pressure requirements under energy conservation rules. The key mechanism is the formal replacement of the 2021 rule (86 Fed. Reg. 71797) with the 2020 rule (85 Fed. Reg. 81341), ensuring the older definition governs future compliance. It does not change the actual water pressure limits but resolves regulatory ambiguity in existing standards.

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1444 Main Street in Ramona, California, as the "Archie Moore Post Office Building".

Maddy summaryHR 4887, the SIPS Act, requires federal agencies like the Defense Department and NASA to stop procuring or providing paper straws in contracts, mandating that any straw used must have the strength and durability of plastic. It directly affects federal agencies and their contractors by banning paper straws in government facilities and requiring contractors to certify they won't promote paper straws or provide them. The bill’s key provision forces agencies to ensure all straws in federal contracts meet plastic-like durability standards, with contractors required to represent compliance in their bids. This applies only to specific federal procurement contracts, not to private businesses or the general public.

Maddy summaryHRES 604 is a House resolution condemning violent attacks against U.S. immigration enforcement agents. It specifically references documented incidents in 2025 where ICE and CBP officers were assaulted, injured, or targeted by mobs in cities like San Jose, Los Angeles, and Portland. The resolution formally recognizes the work of these agents and calls for support from elected officials, but it does not create new laws or policies. As a symbolic resolution, it has no legal force and solely expresses the House's position on these incidents.

Maddy summaryHR 4676, the Modern Firearm Safety Act, preempts state and local laws that require specific handgun design features not mandated by federal law. It directly affects handgun manufacturers, sellers, and consumers in jurisdictions with such requirements, such as those mandating loaded indicators, magazine safety mechanisms, or identification systems. The bill prohibits any state or local government from enforcing or creating regulations that require handguns to include features like cartridge identification, magazine insertion sensors, or other mechanisms not required by federal statute. This law establishes federal standards as the sole requirement for handgun design, overriding conflicting state or local regulations.