Rep. Michael T. McCaul

Maddy summaryThis resolution supports designating July 20, 2026, as "National Moon Landing Day" to honor the historic Apollo 11 mission and the ongoing Artemis program. The bill encourages Americans to celebrate the achievements of NASA astronauts, engineers, and scientists while honoring those who lost their lives during space exploration efforts. It also aims to inspire young people to pursue careers in STEM fields and promote public awareness of the economic and scientific benefits of human spaceflight.

Maddy summaryThe IBOGAINE Act aims to accelerate the development and approval of ibogaine and similar compounds for treating addiction, trauma, and serious mental illnesses by modifying federal drug laws. It creates a new voucher system that grants sponsors of breakthrough mental health drugs priority review by the FDA, while also establishing special registration rules to allow physicians to legally administer Schedule I substances to eligible patients under the "right to try" law. The legislation further directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a dedicated senior official and workforce plan for emerging therapies, mandates timely rescheduling of ibogaine from Schedule I to Schedule II, and requires federal agencies to share clinical trial data to speed up the approval process.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the late Senator Lindsey Graham and condemns Omar Suleiman for publicly celebrating Graham's death. It also acknowledges that House Democrats invited Suleiman to serve as a guest chaplain in 2019 and highlights his past statements and affiliations. The measure expresses support for the House Republicans' Sharia-Free America Caucus, which aims to protect constitutional principles from what it describes as an ideology incompatible with American life.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the U.S. Secretary of State to create and execute a plan to end the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) across the Middle East. The legislation requires a detailed strategy that assesses current programs like education and healthcare, identifies new organizations to take over these services, and outlines how to fund and oversee the transition without interrupting aid. Once the plan is submitted to Congress, the State Department must begin implementing it within a year while coordinating with host countries and international partners. The bill emphasizes maintaining service continuity and ensuring that any successor groups meet strict standards for transparency and accountability.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to improve internal coordination among agencies responsible for detecting and stopping illicit fentanyl trafficking. It mandates that these components share relevant data and information with each other while identifying any obstacles to effective collaboration. Furthermore, the Secretary must establish performance metrics to measure the department's success in fentanyl detection, deterrence, and seizure. All these actions must be completed within one year of the bill's enactment.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new coordinator within the President's Domestic Policy Council to lead federal efforts in using artificial intelligence to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of pediatric cancer. The coordinator will specifically work with the Childhood Cancer Data Initiative to enhance clinical trials, consolidate medical data for better analysis, and develop new tools that predict how patients respond to treatments. Additionally, the legislation directs the Health and Human Services Secretary to create interoperability standards that allow patient data to be safely shared for AI research while ensuring individuals maintain control over their health information. The bill authorizes funding for these initiatives through fiscal years 2027 to 2031 and requires a report to Congress on implementation within 180 days of enactment.

Maddy summaryThe Bear Poaching Elimination Act prohibits the import, export, and interstate trade of bear internal organs and products, aiming to stop the commercial demand that drives poaching. This law specifically targets items like gallbladders used in traditional medicine and cosmetics, while explicitly excluding blood and brains from the ban. The legislation applies to individuals, businesses, and government entities, with exceptions only for wildlife law enforcement and specific Native American traditional rituals. Violations can result in criminal prison time, civil fines up to $25,000 per offense, and the seizure of the illegal items. The bill also requires the Secretary of the Interior to continue international discussions to reduce the global trade in bear parts.

Maddy summaryThe Jewish American Security Act aims to combat antisemitism by strengthening protections for Jewish students, securing Jewish communities, and increasing transparency regarding online hate speech. For educational institutions receiving federal funds, the bill mandates the creation of specific coordinators to handle discrimination complaints, requires annual training on handling antisemitism, and establishes a new federal clearinghouse to share best practices for campus safety. To support physical security, the legislation expands grant funding for nonprofit organizations and directs the Attorney General to provide resources for law enforcement agencies protecting houses of worship. Additionally, the act requires major online platforms with over 50 million monthly users to submit detailed reports to the Federal Trade Commission on how they detect, remove, and moderate antisemitic content.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes the 271st anniversary of the founding of Laredo, Texas, in 2026. It honors the city's unique history as a settlement that has existed under seven different flags and acknowledges its role as a vital trade gateway on the Rio Grande. The measure calls on citizens to celebrate Laredo's enduring legacy as a symbol of American diversity and resilience. This bill is a commemorative action intended to highlight the city's historical significance rather than to enact new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group to facilitate cooperation between the United States and Ukraine on developing and producing unmanned military systems. The group, led by senior U.S. defense officials and including Ukrainian representatives, will identify effective drone technologies used by Ukraine and explore ways to co-develop, co-produce, and acquire them in the United States. Key provisions include creating frameworks for sharing military data and intellectual property, assessing supply chains to avoid reliance on adversarial nations, and reporting regularly to Congress on progress and legal barriers. The initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of proven Ukrainian drone capabilities while ensuring secure and compliant integration into U.S. defense efforts.