Rep. Michael Cloud

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Department of Defense to review and eventually ban contracts with retailers that use payment processing systems from specific countries deemed a national security risk, such as China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Effective January 1, 2027, the Defense Department will be prohibited from entering into agreements for payment equipment or services if those tools rely on technology developed, owned, or controlled by entities in these nations. The law defines covered systems broadly to include hardware, software, and firmware linked to these countries, aiming to prevent potential foreign access to sensitive military financial data. Retailers wishing to continue working with the Department of Defense must replace their payment processing infrastructure with systems that do not involve these restricted technologies.

Save Our Shrimpers Act This bill prohibits federal funds from being made available to international financial institutions (e.g., the International Monetary Fund) for financing activities related to foreign shrimp farms. The bill also requires an annual report on compliance by U.S. leadership of international financial institutions with policies to oppose financing for certain commodities or minerals. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of the Treasury to condition any provision of federal funds to an international financial institution on the requirement that the funds not be used to finance any activity related to shrimp farming, shrimp processing, or the export of shrimp in any foreign country. Under current law, Treasury must instruct U.S. leadership of international financial institutions to oppose providing financial assistance for the production or extraction of any commodity or mineral for export if (1) the commodity or mineral is in surplus on world markets, and (2) the export of such commodity or mineral will cause substantial injury to U.S. producers of a competing commodity or mineral (or of the same or a similar commodity or mineral). This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to investigate and annually report to Congress on the extent to which U.S. leadership at these institutions have carried out Treasury's instructions.

Maddy summaryThe Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 restricts the importation, sale, and manufacture of vehicles and related technology from specific countries, including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, to address national security concerns. The law defines prohibited items as connected vehicles, their software, and hardware components and sets different effective dates, with vehicle bans starting in 2027 and hardware restrictions beginning in 2030. A government official can grant exceptions for specific items after reviewing security risks and notifying Congress, while the agency must publish annual reports on enforcement actions and compliance.

Maddy summaryThe You Own the Data Act (YODA) establishes new federal rules requiring major online platforms and data brokers to give users greater control over their personal information. Covered entities, defined as large websites with over 100 million users or data brokers generating significant revenue from user data, must obtain written consent before sharing contact lists and allow users to access, correct, delete, or export their data within 90 days. The bill also mandates that these companies stop tracking cookies without permission, limit data retention to 60 days for browsing and biometric data, and provide clear privacy notices in under 1,000 words. Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general, while individuals can sue companies for violations and receive damages of up to $750 per incident.

Maddy summaryThe Great American Healthcare Plan is a comprehensive bill that modifies tax rules for Health Savings Accounts, expands access to health insurance through new marketplace pools, and strengthens price transparency for hospitals and medical providers. It allows individuals to use HSAs for wellness expenses like healthy food and gym memberships, lets parents and children access each other's HSA funds, and requires hospitals to publicly list their standard charges and negotiated rates. The legislation also mandates that administrative service providers share detailed pricing data with health plans and creates a mechanism for pharmacists and nurses to dispense certain low-risk prescription drugs under expanded access.

Maddy summaryThis resolution requires Members of Congress who must reimburse the Treasury for payments related to sexual harassment or discrimination claims to publicly disclose the details of those reimbursements in the House chamber. It mandates that the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights report these cases to the Clerk, who will then read the Member's name, the reimbursement amount, and related information aloud during a House session. Members who fail to comply within 30 days face restrictions on committee assignments and leadership duties, while former Members are barred from entering the House building until they complete reimbursement and undergo the public disclosure process. The measure also establishes that failures to comply with these requirements can be investigated separately by the House Ethics Committee.

Maddy summaryThe EQUALS Act of 2025 extends the probation period for most federal employees in the competitive service from one year to two years, while setting a one-year probation for preference-eligible employees (such as veterans). It also establishes a two-year "trial period" for employees in the excepted service (e.g., certain security roles), with a one-year period for preference eligibles. The bill requires federal agencies to formally evaluate employees during this period and certify in writing whether continued employment serves the public interest before the probation ends, with specific notice deadlines for employees and supervisors. Exceptions include supervisors, the U.S. Postal Service, and Congress.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026, requires state and local law enforcement agencies to sign a formal agreement with the Department of Homeland Security to remain eligible for federal Community Oriented Policing Services grants. The law mandates that agencies must have this written memorandum of agreement in place within 180 days of the bill's enactment, or they will be ineligible to receive funding for the program. The Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security must establish procedures to verify that agencies have completed this agreement before approving any grant awards. The changes apply to grant applications starting with fiscal year 2027 and all subsequent years.

Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the Clean Water for All Life Act, would amend federal criminal law to prohibit chemical abortions unless a healthcare provider is physically present during the procedure. It directly affects individuals who prescribe, administer, or assist with chemical abortion drugs like mifepristone and misoprostol by making it a federal crime to provide these services without a physical exam and the provider's presence. The law requires that patients receive a catch kit and red bag medical waste container with disposal instructions, and it defines an unborn child as beginning at fertilization. Violations could result in up to five years in prison and a $50,000 fine for each occurrence. The bill does not address other forms of abortion or change existing state laws.

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.