Rep. Ryan Mackenzie

Maddy summaryThe Grocery Affordability Act creates a new tax credit to encourage the opening and renovation of grocery stores in designated food deserts. This credit allows eligible businesses to claim up to $500,000, calculated as 30 percent of the store's basis or renovation costs, provided the location meets specific criteria regarding distance from existing stores and poverty levels. To qualify, a grocery store must sell at least 35 percent of its goods in fresh produce, meat, dairy, and baked items, while a food desert is defined as an area where many residents live more than one or ten miles away from such a store depending on whether it is in a metropolitan area. The bill applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026, and requires the Treasury Secretary to work with the Department of Agriculture to determine which areas qualify for the credit.

Maddy summaryHR 941, the Small LENDER Act, creates a 3-year compliance period and a subsequent 2-year penalty-free period for small lenders required to report small business lending data under a new rule. It directly affects financial institutions that originated at least 500 small business loans in each of the previous two years (defined as loans to businesses with under $1 million annual revenue). The bill delays full enforcement of new data reporting requirements, giving lenders time to adjust without penalties during the grace periods. This changes how the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau enforces reporting rules for smaller lenders focused on small business loans.

Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act This bill repeals the Corporate Transparency Act. The act requires existing companies and newly created companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for purposes of addressing the financing of terrorism and money laundering.

Maddy summaryThe ReCement Act amends federal regulations to allow cement manufacturers to use non-hazardous secondary materials as fuel or ingredients without classifying them as waste. This change directly affects the cement industry by permitting the use of recovered resources that meet specific legitimacy criteria, such as being managed as valuable commodities or processed before use. By updating the definition of what constitutes waste under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, the bill aims to increase material efficiency in cement production through the incorporation of alternative fuels and recovered materials.

Maddy summaryThe Child Care Modernization Act of 2026 updates federal rules to help states create flexible child care systems that offer parents more choices across different settings like homes, centers, and schools. It expands eligibility for assistance to include children of parents who are job seekers, students, or those receiving health treatment, while also raising the income limit for some families. The bill requires states to use cost-based models to set payment rates that cover provider expenses and mandates the creation of new grants to help build and expand child care facilities. Additionally, it establishes new reporting requirements to track how much families spend on care and measures progress on improving workforce quality and access.

Maddy summaryThe DOMINANCE Act aims to reduce U.S. reliance on strategic competitors like China for critical minerals by building international partnerships to secure diversified supply chains. It establishes a Minerals Security Partnership to coordinate diplomatic, development, and financial support for critical mineral projects with allies, creates a new Office of Energy Security Compacts to develop multi-year agreements with partner countries, and sets up a new Assistant Secretary position for Energy Security at the State Department. The bill also includes education programs like the Critical Mineral Mining Fellowship Program to build U.S. workforce capacity in mining. These measures are designed to enhance U.S. national security and economic competitiveness by ensuring reliable access to critical minerals needed for defense, technology, and energy systems.

Maddy summaryThe MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 aims to help military medics transition into civilian healthcare jobs by requiring the Department of Defense to identify barriers and develop a plan for better credential recognition and training. Under the bill, the Secretary of Defense must work with federal agencies and states to address issues like standardized credentials, accelerated training programs, and access to information about state licensing requirements. Additionally, the act creates a pilot program that provides grants to healthcare providers in rural and underserved areas to hire, train, and retain separating service members. These grants, capped at $600,000 initially, can be used for hiring assistance, licensing support, and coordination with transition services, with funding authorized through fiscal year 2031.

Maddy summaryThe BOOST American Business Act creates a new Commercial Diplomatic Service within the Department of State to support U.S. businesses in international markets. This new service will consist of specialized officers trained in business analysis, contract negotiation, and market intelligence, distinct from the generalist Foreign Service. The bill establishes a Director General to oversee both the Foreign Service and this new commercial track, while also mandating specific training on topics like intellectual property protection and supply chain resilience. By moving commercial diplomacy back under the State Department's leadership, the legislation aims to better align trade promotion with overall U.S. foreign policy and national security goals.

Medal of Sacrifice Act of 2025 This act directs the President to issue a medal of sacrifice for eligible law enforcement officers and first responders who are killed in the line of duty. The act also directs the President to establish a commission on the medal of sacrifice and appoint its members. The act sets forth responsibilities of the commission, including to advise on the design of the medal and determine how the medal will be presented. Under the act, eligible law enforcement officers and first responders include federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial law enforcement officers or first responders who are not subject to an official act of wrongdoing (e.g., a determination that the officer or first responder acted outside the scope of their duties or in a manner that was not in accordance with official policies or procedures). A law enforcement officer or first responder who is subject to an official act of wrongdoing is generally not eligible for the medal of sacrifice. However, in the case of such an officer or first responder, the act requires the commission to investigate the circumstances surrounding the officer or first responder's cause of death and issue a final determination on their eligibility.

Maddy summaryThe Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act allows developers of low-income housing projects to apply their tax credits to tax years up to five years prior to the current year. This change directly affects developers who may have incurred losses in earlier years and are unable to fully utilize the tax benefits generated by their projects. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, the bill enables these developers to carry back the low-income housing tax credit to offset taxes owed in those past years. This provision aims to improve the immediate financial viability of affordable housing developments without altering the total amount of tax credit available.