Rep. Bryan Steil

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the deadline for small businesses to file certain financial reports from a variable timeline tied to regulatory dates to a fixed date of January 1, 2026. It modifies Section 5336(b)(1)(B) of Title 31, U.S. Code, directly affecting small businesses already required to submit specific financial disclosures under existing law. The key change simplifies compliance by replacing flexible regulatory deadlines with a single, clear cutoff date. This adjustment provides additional time for affected businesses without altering the underlying reporting requirements.

Maddy summaryThe SPEAR Act of 2025 amends the Endangered Species Act to prevent the federal government from listing lake sturgeon populations in Wisconsin as threatened or endangered. This change allows Wisconsin to continue its state-led management plan, including the annual sturgeon spearing season, without federal restrictions. The bill adds a specific provision to the Endangered Species Act explicitly prohibiting the Secretary of the Interior from determining that Wisconsin's lake sturgeon are threatened or endangered. The law directly affects federal regulatory actions for these sturgeon, supporting Wisconsin's conservation program and the cultural and economic significance of the spearing season to local communities.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands 529 college savings account flexibility by allowing funds to cover costs for industry-recognized postsecondary credentials, not just traditional degrees. It defines "qualified expenses" to include tuition/fees for recognized credential programs (like certifications or apprenticeships), required testing fees, and continuing education needed to maintain credentials. To qualify, programs must meet specific criteria, such as appearing on state lists under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act or being listed in VA or Defense directories. The change applies to 529 distributions made after the law's enactment, giving families more options to use these accounts for job-focused training.

This resolution supports the designation of Career and Technical Education Month to celebrate career and technical education across the United States.

Cartel And Radical Terrorist Enforcement Log Act of 2025 or the CARTEL Act of 2025 This bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to publish each month statistics related to encounters and arrests. The report must include, for example, the total number of individuals affiliated with transnational criminal organizations who have repeatedly attempted to cross unlawfully into the United States. The Department of Homeland Security must report annually on foreign terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations attempting to move their members or affiliates into the United States through the southern, northern, or maritime border.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for blockchain technology and digital assets. It states the House believes the U.S. should prioritize understanding blockchain's potential, foster innovation to improve financial systems, avoid losing digital asset development to less regulated countries, and create tailored regulations that maintain investor protections while acknowledging the unique benefits of the technology. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change laws or directly affect specific groups, but reflects congressional sentiment toward the digital asset industry.

Maddy summaryHR 914, the American CANS Act, requires importers of canned agricultural products to clearly mark the country of origin on the front label or top of the can. This applies specifically to agricultural products packaged in cans, as defined by existing law, and affects businesses importing these items into the U.S. The bill amends the Tariff Act of 1930 to mandate this labeling, effective 18 months after the bill's enactment. It does not change product content or pricing, only the required origin disclosure on packaging.

Maddy summaryHR 833 creates a federal tax credit for individuals and corporations that contribute to scholarship granting organizations (SGOs) providing scholarships for elementary and secondary education. The credit allows taxpayers to deduct up to 10% of their adjusted gross income or $5,000 (whichever is less) for contributions to SGOs serving students from households with income up to 300% of the area median income. The bill establishes a $10 billion annual cap on the tax credit program, requires SGOs to verify student eligibility and maintain separate accounts, and prohibits government control over SGOs or private schools. It ensures scholarships can be used at public, private, or religious schools without discrimination based on religious character. The tax credit would be available for contributions made after December 31, 2025, with annual volume cap increases based on usage.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 4 is a symbolic resolution expressing Congress's support for tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies (like mutual aid organizations). It recognizes these groups, which have over 7 million members nationwide, as historically and currently providing critical community benefits - including life/health insurance, charitable work, and volunteer services - valued at over $3.8 billion annually. The resolution affirms that their tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code remains beneficial and should continue to be promoted. This is a non-binding expression of congressional sentiment, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryHRES 74 is a symbolic House resolution supporting Catholic schools and celebrating the 51st annual National Catholic Schools Week (January 26-February 1, 2025). It recognizes Catholic schools’ contributions, citing their role in educating 1.7 million students, serving diverse communities (including 20.5% racial minorities and 15.5% Hispanic students), and maintaining a 98.9% high school graduation rate. The resolution specifically applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops for their work in promoting Catholic education and the 2025 theme, "United in Faith and Community." As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect but formally acknowledges these schools’ academic and community impact.