Rep. Paul Tonko

Maddy summaryThe Temporary Protected Status Review Act restores the ability of courts to review decisions by the Department of Homeland Security to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for foreign nationals. Under this bill, the government must publish detailed written findings explaining why a country no longer qualifies for TPS protection, and these decisions would be subject to a legal challenge in federal court. If a TPS designation is terminated, the affected individuals would remain in the United States with their current status and work authorization intact while the legal challenge is pending. Additionally, the legislation requires the government to follow specific administrative procedures, such as considering all available evidence and avoiding bias, before making any termination decisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes federal protections and funding to expand access to in vitro fertilization and intrauterine insemination for individuals, military service members, and veterans. It requires most private health plans, Medicaid programs, and Medicare to cover these fertility treatments without imposing higher cost-sharing than other medical services. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs provide specific fertility preservation and treatment benefits to uniformed service members and eligible veterans. The bill also includes preemption clauses that override state laws restricting these procedures and prohibits discrimination based on marital status, sex, or sexual orientation in the provision of care.

Maddy summaryThe Disability Community Act of 2026 updates federal Medicaid terminology to replace the outdated phrase "mentally retarded" with "intellectual or developmental disabilities" throughout relevant laws and regulations. This change affects how states and facilities are referred to in official documents, ensuring language aligns with current medical and social standards. Additionally, the bill increases federal funding for specific Medicaid services provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities during 2027, 2028, and 2029. These funds are intended to cover costs associated with complying with existing federal regulations regarding care and services.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the United States Postal Service facility at 114 John Street in New York, New York, as the "Jack Greenberg Post Office." The legislation requires that all official government records, maps, and documents referring to this location use the new name. This change is intended to honor Jack Greenberg, a prominent civil rights attorney, by permanently associating his name with the building.

Maddy summaryThe Investing in State Energy Act of 2026 requires federal agencies to distribute funds and guidance for energy conservation programs within 30 to 60 days of receiving state plans. It specifically affects States, Indian Tribes, and other direct recipients by mandating faster payment schedules and earlier publication of funding allocations. The bill also authorizes an additional $500 million in funding for these programs over five years, starting in fiscal year 2027. These changes aim to streamline how federal energy assistance is delivered to local governments and tribes.

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes and expands the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act through 2031, extending funding for research into treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It requires drug manufacturers to share interim clinical trial data with the FDA to better assess the progress of investigational drugs and clarifies that phase 3 clinical trial definitions include combined phase 2/3 trials and planned trials not yet enrolling participants. The legislation also mandates the FDA to publish an updated five-year action plan for ALS and other rare neurodegenerative diseases, including resource needs and coordination strategies with broader disease communities. Additionally, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office to submit a report on the program's implementation four years after enactment.

Strengthening America’s Turning Point Act This bill renames the Saratoga National Historical Park, located in Stillwater, New York, as Saratoga National Battlefield Park.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Comptroller General to conduct a comprehensive review of indoor air quality, ventilation, and heating systems across all federal buildings and facilities. The assessment will examine how agencies monitor these systems, the frequency of identified problems, the qualifications of workers performing related maintenance, and the effectiveness of current oversight measures. Within 12 months of enactment, the Comptroller General must submit a report to Congress detailing findings and recommendations. If the report identifies significant deficiencies, affected federal agencies are required to submit corrective action plans to Congress within six months of the report's release.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands federal election laws to prevent foreign nationals from influencing U.S. elections by tightening restrictions on domestic companies with significant foreign ownership or control. It requires businesses that are at least 50% owned by foreign individuals, or those with specific foreign influence, to file a sworn certification proving they are not foreign-controlled before making any political donations or spending money on election activities. Additionally, the law clarifies that these rules apply to state and local ballot initiatives and mandates that corporate political action funds certify their managers and board members are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The legislation also prohibits recipients of funds from these businesses from using the money for further political contributions unless they receive and verify the required compliance certification.

Maddy summaryThe Inclusive Democracy Act of 2026 mandates that individuals with criminal convictions retain their right to vote in federal elections and requires prisons, jails, and probation offices to notify incarcerated or supervised individuals of this right. The bill establishes specific procedures for voter registration and absentee voting within carceral settings, including expedited transmission of forms and the ability to use either a prison address or a last known address for registration. It also prohibits states from rejecting ballots or registration applications based on late mailing dates or electronic submission methods and ensures that election materials and nonpartisan voter registration services can be distributed inside correctional facilities.