Rep. Ann Wagner

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the 30th anniversary of the State Partnership Program between Missouri and Panama, which was established in 1996 to foster military cooperation. The bill highlights how this partnership has expanded beyond security to include joint training exercises, disaster response, cybersecurity efforts, and educational exchanges between institutions in both regions. It also notes the economic ties between the two, citing significant trade flows and the strategic importance of the Panama Canal for Missouri businesses. By formally recognizing these achievements, the resolution encourages continued collaboration and reaffirms U.S. support for partnerships that promote regional stability and mutual prosperity.

Maddy summaryHR 5267, the American Franchise Act, clarifies when franchisors can be considered joint employers of franchisee employees under federal labor laws. It defines "substantial direct and immediate control" over essential employment terms like wages, benefits, hours, hiring, and discipline - requiring franchisors to actively set these terms to be deemed joint employers. The bill explicitly excludes routine brand standards, training, or minimal safety requirements from constituting such control. This directly affects franchisors and franchisees by limiting joint employer liability to cases where franchisors exert significant, ongoing influence over core employment decisions. The law applies prospectively to new cases after enactment, not past disputes.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks by formally honoring the memory of the nearly 3,000 victims and recognizing the sacrifices made by first responders, military personnel, and the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93. The bill acknowledges the ongoing health challenges faced by survivors and responders, highlighting the role of the World Trade Center Health Program in providing long-term medical support. It also credits charitable organizations and community groups that have continued to assist victims' families and veterans over the past two decades. Finally, the resolution urges the American public to observe the anniversary with ceremonies and reaffirms Congress's commitment to remembering the events and lessons of that day.

Maddy summaryThis bill aims to reform the Securities and Exchange Commission by requiring the agency to analyze the costs and benefits of new regulations before issuing them and to conduct regular reviews of their impact. It mandates that the SEC Chairman testify to Congress every six months on the Commission's activities and requires an independent audit of the agency's cybersecurity and information technology systems. Additionally, the legislation transfers the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to the SEC, establishes a minimum 60-day public comment period for new rules, and clarifies how penalties are calculated for multiple violations. The bill also directs the SEC to streamline its internal organization and consolidate regional offices to improve efficiency.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires credit reporting resellers to use reasonable procedures to ensure the accuracy of consumer information they transmit to other agencies or end users. It limits reseller liability when they accurately pass on data obtained from another consumer reporting agency without making changes. The law defines resellers according to existing Fair Credit Reporting Act definitions and focuses on maintaining data integrity during the transfer process. These changes directly affect companies that sell consumer credit reports to other businesses or individuals.

Maddy summaryThe Nitrous Oxide Safety Act of 2026 would classify consumer products containing nitrous oxide as banned hazardous items under federal law, except for specific exceptions. The bill prohibits the sale of nitrous oxide products for recreational use while allowing continued sales for medical and dental treatments, food production in commercial kitchens, research and development activities, and food propellant applications. This legislation directly affects manufacturers, retailers, and consumers by restricting access to nitrous oxide in consumer products after 180 days from enactment. The law defines nitrous oxide as the gas known as laughing gas or whippits and specifies which entities and activities are exempt from the ban.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from requiring national securities exchanges, associations, or their members to report investors' personally identifiable information (PII) for consolidated audit trail purposes. It directly affects financial market participants whose personal details - like names, addresses, Social Security numbers, email addresses, or IP addresses - would otherwise be shared under SEC rules. The law specifically blocks the SEC from mandating this PII for order or reportable event reporting under existing regulations. This is a policy change to limit the types of data collected and shared in market transparency systems.

Maddy summaryThe Consumer Financial Protection Accountability and Reform Act of 2026 significantly restructures the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection by subjecting it to the regular federal appropriations process and establishing an independent Inspector General appointed by the President. The bill restricts the Bureau's supervisory authority over banks and credit unions with assets under $30 billion, allowing these institutions to elect to remain under their existing prudential regulators instead. It also introduces a safe harbor for small-dollar loans of $3,500 or less that meet specific structural requirements, shielding compliant lenders from civil money penalties and private damages. Additionally, the legislation creates federal standards for earned wage access services, requiring providers to offer a no-cost option for early wage access and prohibiting them from treating these services as credit or debt under federal law.

Maddy summaryH.Res. 1497 is a House resolution that commemorates the fifth anniversary of the Abbey Gate bombing, in which 13 U.S. servicemembers were killed during the withdrawal from Afghanistan. The bill lists the names of the fallen soldiers and formally condemns the Biden-Harris administration for what it describes as dereliction of duty and the forfeiture of military property to the Taliban. It asserts that the withdrawal was a disastrous failure that ignored security warnings and left Americans at risk, while also criticizing the lack of accountability from officials involved in the decision-making process.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the Route 66 National Historic Trail, covering approximately 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, along all historical alignments of U.S. Highway 66 (1926-1985). It directs the National Park Service to administer the trail while respecting its unique character, requiring tribal consultation for significant impacts on Native American tribes, and explicitly prohibiting land acquisition beyond 1/4 mile on either side of the trail. The bill clarifies it does not create buffer zones, disrupt energy infrastructure (including pipelines or renewable projects), or designate the trail as part of the National Park System, while affirming existing authority for easements and rights-of-way.