Rep. Paul Tonko

Maddy summaryThis House resolution supports designating September 20, 2026, as "Pharmacy Workforce Suicide Awareness Day" to highlight mental health challenges among pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. The bill cites high rates of burnout, stress, and suicide risk within the profession as reasons for the designation. It encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling for national awareness activities and honors those who have died by suicide. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the need for further research into barriers to mental health treatment and strategies to prevent suicide in this workforce.

Maddy summaryThe Regional Energy Hubs Act of 2026 authorizes the Department of Energy to provide $50 million annually from 2027 to 2031 to help states and Indian tribes establish local energy hubs. These hubs are designed to improve access to energy efficiency programs, tax credits, and financial assistance for residents, with a specific focus on low-income households, rural areas, and disadvantaged communities. Each hub must be led by a community-based organization that partners with local entities such as nonprofits, utilities, and workforce development agencies to provide education, connect residents with contractors, and support job training. The bill requires hubs to submit annual reports on their activities and establishes a federal advisory committee to share best practices across different regions.

Maddy summaryThe State Energy Oversight Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Energy to establish a program providing $50 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to help state utility commissions regulate electric and natural gas services. This funding allows states to hire specialized staff, improve data analysis capabilities, and support independent public advocates who represent residential and small business customers in rate cases. The bill also authorizes the creation of a national database of energy rates and requires states to submit annual reports on their use of funds and utility pricing structures. States that fail to meet these reporting requirements will have their future funding withheld and redistributed to other jurisdictions.

Maddy summaryThe Data Center Fairness Fee Act of 2026 imposes a $0.01 per kilowatt-hour charge on large data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities with more than 50 megawatts of installed capacity, starting in 2027. Beginning in 2028, facilities that draw electricity with an average carbon intensity greater than 0.10 will face an additional $0.05 per kilogram charge for associated greenhouse gas emissions. The bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish reporting rules and allocate collected funds to states and Indian tribes. These funds must be used for energy assistance programs, grid efficiency improvements, or initiatives that reduce residential utility bills and peak electricity demand.

Maddy summaryThe American Quantum Competitiveness Act designates the Secretary of Commerce as the primary advisor to the President on policies regarding the commercial development and supply chains for quantum technology. The bill directs the Department of Commerce to promote U.S. leadership in this field by encouraging private sector investment, entering agreements with trusted suppliers and foreign partners, and identifying barriers to investment. It requires the Secretary to establish methods for assessing risks associated with critical components sourced from specific "covered nations" and to coordinate with allies to maintain resilient supply chains. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the Secretary publish a comprehensive strategy report every three years, starting two years after enactment, which includes recommendations for further government or private sector actions to strengthen U.S. economic competitiveness in quantum technology.

Maddy summaryThe CHARM Act directs the Environmental Protection Agency to create a National Critical Mineral Recovery Strategy aimed at coordinating federal efforts to extract essential minerals from discarded materials and mining waste. This strategy requires the agency to identify existing programs, overcome legal and technological barriers, and ensure that recovery methods protect human health and the environment. The bill mandates that the EPA report its findings and actions to Congress every two years, including recommendations for future legislation to support these recovery efforts. Ultimately, the law seeks to strengthen domestic supply chains by systematically evaluating opportunities to reuse critical minerals found in waste streams.