Rep. Cory Mills

Maddy summaryThe LEASH Act of 2026 requires law enforcement agencies seeking federal Byrne Justice Assistance Grants to report data on felony animal cruelty convictions, including the names of those convicted. To qualify for these grants, local governments must submit information on such crimes to the Attorney General and join a specific category of jurisdictions that provide this data. The bill also mandates the creation of a publicly accessible database by the Attorney General to store and periodically update these animal cruelty records. These changes directly affect law enforcement agencies and local governments that apply for federal crime prevention funding.

Maddy summaryH.Res. 1320 is a non-binding resolution that calls on all Americans to honor military personnel who died while serving in the pursuit of freedom and peace on Memorial Day 2026. The bill does not create new laws or change any policies; instead, it serves as a formal expression of gratitude and remembrance from the House of Representatives. Because it is a commemorative resolution rather than a procedural or funding measure, it has no direct legal effect on individuals or government operations.

Maddy summaryThe Practitioner Enforcement and Tracking of Substances Act expands the requirements for veterinarians to report controlled substance prescriptions and dispensing to state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, treating them the same as human doctors. It specifically allows states to require veterinarians to report data about the owners or caretakers of animals instead of the animals themselves, while also mandating that vets consult these databases before prescribing any controlled substances. Additionally, the bill requires all medical and veterinary practitioners to report non-fatal overdose events that required their intervention within 72 hours to help track drug misuse. These changes aim to increase oversight and data collection across the healthcare system to better monitor the distribution and use of controlled medications.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes the critical role of the United States Special Operations Forces community in national defense and expresses support for the designation of SOF Week. The bill highlights the specialized training, dangerous missions, and unique contributions of these military units and their families to the nation's security. By passing this measure, the House of Representatives aims to honor the bravery and dedication of SOF personnel while acknowledging the importance of their annual conference.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the ability for active-duty military personnel to carry concealed firearms across state lines by adding them to the list of individuals covered under existing federal reciprocity rules. To qualify, a service member must be on active duty and have completed a military firearms qualification within the last 12 months, using their Department of Defense ID card and proof of training as identification. The legislation amends Title 18 of the U.S. Code to clarify that these armed forces members can carry concealed weapons in states that allow it for qualified law enforcement officers. This change directly affects active-duty military service members who wish to travel while carrying a firearm, aligning their rights with those of certain law enforcement officers.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the ASSIMILATION Act, fundamentally restructures the U.S. immigration system by replacing family-based and lottery-based admissions with a merit-based approach that prioritizes economic self-sufficiency and national interest. It directly affects prospective immigrants, current visa holders, and employers by establishing new requirements for entry, employment, and naturalization. Key provisions eliminate the diversity visa lottery, restrict family-sponsored immigration to spouses and minor children, and mandate that all immigrants demonstrate the ability to support themselves without relying on government benefits. The legislation also introduces stricter enforcement measures, such as making visa overstays a criminal offense, expanding E-Verify to all employers, and requiring higher English proficiency and tax compliance for citizenship. Additionally, it tightens asylum rules by adding a transit bar for those passing through other countries and limits parole to specific humanitarian cases rather than broad programs.

Maddy summaryHR 7418 (the STEADFAST Act) converts the federal presidential campaign funding program into a state grant program to improve election security. It provides funds to states for updating voting systems, enhancing cybersecurity, securing physical storage of equipment, and implementing paper ballots with verification features. States must certify they prohibit noncitizen voting, require specific photo ID at polls, and report how funds are spent. Funding comes from taxpayer-designated contributions to a new Election Security Fund, with 5% allowed for administrative costs.

Maddy summaryThe Answering the Call Act of 2026 aims to improve access and outreach for the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline specifically for first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct outreach activities, in coordination with first responder organizations, to promote 9-8-8 and address barriers like stigma and privacy concerns. The bill also authorizes grants for public awareness campaigns, mandates specialized trauma-informed training for 9-8-8 counselors to serve first responders, and requires data collection on their hotline use with privacy safeguards. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program for federal agencies and first responder organizations to collaborate on tailoring these outreach efforts.

Maddy summaryHR 2137, the Review Every Veterans Claim Act of 2025, prevents the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from denying benefit claims solely because a veteran misses a required medical exam. It amends Section 5103A of Title 38, U.S. Code, to prohibit automatic denials for missed exams and requires the VA to consider other factors. This directly affects veterans filing claims for VA benefits who skip scheduled medical evaluations. The bill ensures veterans cannot be rejected for a claim based only on non-attendance, while allowing denials for other valid reasons.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as TREY's Law, aims to make nondisclosure clauses in contracts void and unenforceable if they prevent the reporting of sexual abuse involving minors. It directly affects victims of such abuse, their families, and anyone with knowledge of the abuse by allowing them to disclose these incidents without fear of civil liability. The law applies retroactively to agreements made before or after its passage and overrides any state laws that allow the enforcement of these specific clauses. While it invalidates clauses that silence abuse details, it permits parties to keep confidential other settlement terms like payment amounts, provided this does not stop the disclosure of the abuse itself.