Rep. Victoria Spartz

Maddy summaryHR 2267, the NICS Data Reporting Act of 2025, requires the Attorney General to annually report demographic data from firearm background checks conducted through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The report must include details like race, ethnicity, age, disability, income, and language proficiency - where available - on individuals found ineligible to purchase firearms. This affects the Department of Justice, which must submit these reports to the Senate and House Judiciary Committees within one year of the law's enactment and annually thereafter. The bill focuses solely on collecting and reporting existing background check data, without changing firearm eligibility rules or creating new requirements for gun buyers.

Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025 This bill imposes sanctions on certain foreign persons (individuals and entities) that are involved in Iran's petroleum sector as well as certain associated persons. The bill also requires or authorizes actions to facilitate the enforcement of sanctions on Iran. Specifically, the bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on any foreign person that, after the bill's enactment, knowingly engages in any transaction related to the processing, export, or sale of oil, condensates, gas, liquefied natural gas, or other petrochemical products in whole or in part from Iran. The President must also impose sanctions on certain foreign persons associated with a sanctioned individual or entity. For example, the President must sanction the subsidiaries and corporate officers of a sanctioned business. The bill provides certain exceptions to these sanctions, including specifying that sanctions do not apply to the importation of goods or to conducting or facilitating transactions for humanitarian assistance. The Department of State must establish an interagency working group that shall seek to establish a multilateral contact group to coordinate international efforts to enforce sanctions on Iran. The bill expands the State Department rewards program to authorize a reward payment to any individual who furnishes information leading to the identification of a person (1) subject to sanctions under this bill, or (2) that has attempted or is attempting to evade sanctions under this bill.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Farm Equipment Safety Act, would remove certain agricultural machinery from federal emission standards under the Clean Air Act. It directly affects farmers and manufacturers of nonroad engines and vehicles used for farming purposes. The key provision adds a specific exemption to Section 213 of the Clean Air Act, allowing agricultural equipment to operate without meeting the emission limits that apply to other nonroad vehicles. The legislation does not change existing rules for other types of engines or vehicles, nor does it alter the overall structure of the Clean Air Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Checkoff Transparency Act, requires the U.S. Department of Agriculture to make publicly available information about commodity promotion programs, which are funding sources for agricultural marketing and research. Specifically, it mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture publish audit reports, approved budgets, and independent evaluation results for each commodity board on the USDA website. The law sets clear timelines for this disclosure, requiring historical data to be posted within 180 days of enactment and annual updates within 365 days after each fiscal year ends. This change directly affects agricultural commodity boards and their associated programs by increasing public access to financial and operational records. The provision amends existing federal agricultural law to enhance transparency in how these promotion funds are managed and utilized.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Farm Freedom to Repair Act, would allow farmers and repair technicians to bypass digital locks on modern agricultural machinery for maintenance and repair purposes. It directly affects owners of digital electronic agricultural equipment by creating exceptions to existing copyright laws that currently restrict circumventing technological access controls. The legislation permits the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of these machines without violating federal copyright protections, and it also allows the sale and distribution of tools and parts needed for such repairs. By modifying Section 1201 of the U.S. Copyright Code, the bill aims to ensure farmers can keep their equipment operational without legal barriers.

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act This act provides for the award of Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's ice hockey team in recognition of the team's achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Natural Gas Act to give the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) exclusive authority to approve U.S. LNG export terminal projects, requiring FERC to deem such exports consistent with the public interest. It directly affects natural gas companies seeking to build or expand export facilities and streamlines FERC's review process by removing prior requirements for interagency coordination. The bill clarifies that FERC's decisions won't override existing sanctions laws, including restrictions on trade with countries designated as state sponsors of terrorism under current law. This change aims to accelerate domestic LNG export projects while maintaining legal safeguards for national security and foreign policy.

Maddy summaryThe Patients Deserve Price Tags Act (HR 5582) requires hospitals, clinical diagnostic laboratories, imaging services providers, and ambulatory surgical centers to publicly disclose detailed pricing information for healthcare services. This includes standard charges, discounted cash prices, and payer-specific negotiated rates for each item or service, presented in machine-readable formats and consumer-friendly displays. Implementation deadlines are set for 2026 for hospitals and 2027 for other providers, with civil monetary penalties for non-compliance ranging from $300 per day for smaller facilities to up to $10,000,000 annually for health plans. The legislation aims to increase price transparency so consumers can better understand and compare healthcare costs before receiving services.

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 summaryThis bill directs the U.S. President to identify Pakistani officials responsible for undermining democracy and human rights within 180 days of enactment, then impose Global Magnitsky sanctions on them. It targets senior government, military, or security officials found to have committed gross human rights violations or interfered with democratic processes, such as during Pakistan’s 2024 elections or through constitutional changes. Sanctions would include asset freezes and travel bans, with exceptions for humanitarian aid, UN obligations, and national security activities. The bill expires on September 30, 2030, and aims to pressure Pakistan to uphold democratic norms, human rights, and judicial independence.