Rep. Scott Perry

Maddy summaryThe Highways First Act reorganizes how federal highway and transit funds are allocated by modifying existing statutory language in two key areas. It removes a specific funding provision related to highway construction and renumbers remaining paragraphs to streamline the allocation process. Additionally, the bill deletes a section governing how certain transit funds are distributed, effectively changing the rules for how these amounts are shared between federal and non-federal sources. These changes directly impact state and local transportation agencies that rely on federal funding for infrastructure projects.

Maddy summaryThe NO TOD Act prohibits the use of federal transportation funding for transit-oriented development projects, which are commercial or residential developments located near public transit. This legislation removes eligibility for the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program and eliminates certain planning initiatives that previously supported such developments. The changes apply to projects applying for funding after the bill is enacted, directly affecting developers, transit agencies, and local governments seeking federal assistance for mixed-use projects near transit stations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify that protections against sex discrimination do not extend to gender identity. It directly affects employers, employees, and individuals involved in workplace discrimination claims by explicitly excluding gender identity from the definition of sex-based discrimination. The key provision is a rule of construction that interprets existing federal law in a specific way, rather than creating new protections or restrictions. This change would limit the scope of federal sex discrimination claims to biological sex rather than including gender identity as a protected category.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows airport operators to contract with private companies to perform passenger and property security screening instead of relying solely on federal employees. To qualify, private companies must meet strict standards including employing only vetted staff, demonstrating equal capability to federal personnel, and being owned and controlled by U.S. citizens. The Transportation Security Administration would maintain a public list of approved companies, provide federal supervisors and law enforcement at airports using private screening, and conduct covert testing to ensure performance standards are met. The legislation also requires annual reports comparing the performance and costs of private screening against federal operations, and includes provisions to limit airport operator liability for damages caused by negligence or wrongdoing by private screening companies and their employees.

Maddy summaryHR 7630, the Republic of Georgia Sovereignty Act, prohibits U.S. federal agencies from recognizing South Ossetia or Abkhazia as sovereign entities within Georgia. It bans any U.S. government action, including funding or official statements, that implies recognition of these regions' sovereignty claims. The bill directly affects U.S. departments and agencies by requiring them to avoid all activities that could be interpreted as supporting South Ossetia or Abkhazia's independence. This policy change aims to affirm Georgia's territorial integrity under current U.S. foreign policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) and Federal Protective Service to create emergency communication guidance within one year of enactment. The guidance must include standard procedures for informing building tenants about threats and safety protocols during life safety events (like active threats or natural disasters) at federally owned buildings. Facility security committees at each building are responsible for implementing this guidance. The GSA must also submit a report to Congress within 18 months detailing the implemented protocols.

Maddy summaryHR 6480 requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to submit an annual report to Congress by January 31st detailing the state of federal government real estate. The report must include specific data points like the number of lease agreements signed or terminated, total leased square footage, vacant space, building ownership counts, financial metrics for space utilization, and plans for relocating agencies from buildings the GSA plans to sell or stop leasing. This bill directly affects GSA's management of federal buildings and leasehold properties, providing Congress with detailed transparency on federal real estate operations. The report aims to inform congressional oversight of federal property use and costs without changing existing laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the American Petroleum First Act, modifies U.S. maritime laws to allow foreign vessels to transport crude oil and petroleum products across American coastal waters. It specifically excludes ships owned, operated, or crewed by Russian or Chinese nationals or governments from this exemption. The legislation aims to increase flexibility for domestic energy transport by permitting non-U.S.-flagged vessels to operate in coastal routes, provided they do not have ties to Russia or China. This change affects shipping companies and maritime operators by expanding the pool of eligible vessels for petroleum transport while maintaining restrictions on vessels from sanctioned nations.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the American LNG First Act of 2026, modifies U.S. maritime laws to allow foreign-owned vessels to transport liquefied natural gas (LNG) within U.S. waters, provided they meet specific ownership and crew restrictions. It directly affects ship operators and the LNG industry by creating an exemption from coastwise laws that typically require vessels transporting domestic goods to be U.S.-built and U.S.-flagged. The key provision excludes vessels owned or crewed by Russian or Chinese nationals, as well as those flagged to Russia or China, from this exemption. By allowing eligible foreign vessels to carry LNG while maintaining restrictions on Russian and Chinese entities, the bill aims to increase supply options without opening access to competitors from sanctioned countries.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 to require faster public access to information about federal awards. It directly affects government agencies that issue federal funding and the public seeking transparency on how those funds are used. The key provision changes the posting deadline from 30 days after an award is given to just 3 days, ensuring more immediate public availability of award data. This change aims to improve real-time transparency without altering the underlying funding process or eligibility requirements. The bill focuses solely on accelerating the timing of information disclosure rather than changing how awards are distributed or managed.