Rep. Don Bacon

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes the importance of motherhood and honors mothers on Mother's Day. It explicitly supports policies that define mothers as women and opposes recent legislative efforts to remove the term "mother" from official House rules. The text also acknowledges various types of mothers, including stepmothers, adopted mothers, and single mothers, while rejecting alternative terms like "birthing person" or "gestational parent." Ultimately, the bill encourages the public to celebrate the sacrifices and contributions of mothers to the nation.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the Department of Defense Military Retirement Fund to include retired pay for members of the uniformed services beyond the current military branches. It specifically adds the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Public Health Service to the list of agencies whose commissioned officers receive pensions from this fund. The legislation requires a calculation of the financial gap for these new groups by 2027 and establishes a schedule for paying off that debt over time. Additionally, the bill updates various legal definitions and administrative procedures to ensure these new services are treated consistently with existing military personnel regarding retirement benefits and survivor protections.

Maddy summaryThe FIGHT Act of 2026 strengthens federal laws against animal fighting by updating the Animal Welfare Act. It makes it illegal for anyone to sponsor or exhibit animals in fighting events, attend these events if under 16, or gamble on them, whether the event happens in person or is broadcast online. These changes directly affect individuals involved in organizing, participating in, or betting on illegal animal fights.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish formal agreements with CFIUS to share information regarding foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land. Under these new memoranda of understanding, the Department must provide CFIUS with details on submitted reports, including the identities of foreign investors and submission dates. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to update the relevant Farm Service Agency handbook within two years to incorporate recommendations from a recent Government Accountability Office report on national security risks. Future updates to this handbook are mandated every ten years to ensure continued alignment with oversight suggestions. These changes directly affect the administrative processes of the Department of Agriculture and its interaction with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution authorizes the President to use U.S. military forces against Iran to dismantle its nuclear program, address immediate threats, enforce a port blockade, and ensure safe passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The legislation explicitly prohibits the deployment of ground troops for sustained combat, occupation, or nation-building within Iranian territory while allowing exceptions for rescuing citizens and conducting intelligence operations. To maintain oversight, the bill requires the President to submit unclassified reports to Congress every 30 days detailing military actions, legal justifications, and casualty assessments. The authorization is set to expire on July 30, 2026, with a limited 30-day extension permitted solely for winding down ongoing military engagements.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses support for designating July 15, 2026, as Glioblastoma Awareness Day to raise public awareness about this aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. The bill honors patients and caregivers while encouraging greater understanding of the urgent medical needs associated with the disease, which currently has a low survival rate and limited treatment options. It also calls for increased collaboration among government, private, and nonprofit organizations to advance research and develop better therapies for those affected.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Nursing is a Professional Degree Act, updates federal definitions to classify nursing degrees as professional degrees. It directly affects students pursuing nursing education and the federal financial aid programs that support them. The legislation amends the Higher Education Act to explicitly list nursing degrees, such as the Master of Science in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice, alongside other advanced fields like medicine and law. By making this change, the bill ensures that nursing programs are recognized at the same level as other established professional disciplines within the federal student aid system.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses support for designating May 5, 2026, as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. It calls on the public and organizations to honor the victims and show solidarity with their families. The bill also recommends that the Department of Justice commission a new study to gather updated statistics on the crisis, noting that previous data is nearly a decade old.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a non-binding resolution that expresses the House of Representatives' sentiment to honor public servants for their dedication to the United States. It specifically acknowledges the work of federal, state, and local government employees, as well as uniformed service members, who deliver essential services and support the economy. The resolution calls on the American public to observe Public Service Recognition Week with ceremonies and activities that recognize these contributions. Because it is a symbolic expression of the House's feelings rather than a law with enforceable rules, it does not create new policies or mandate specific actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires federal agencies to analyze indirect economic costs on small businesses when creating new rules, including costs affecting businesses that interact with regulated entities (like suppliers or partners). It creates a new process allowing small businesses to petition the Small Business Administration's Chief Counsel to review agency certifications claiming a rule won't significantly impact them. Agencies must then provide detailed cost analyses, publish guidance online for small business feedback, and face penalties if they fail to cooperate with reviews. The bill does not change existing regulations but adds new review steps for small business input.