Maddy summaryS 2542, the Federal Building Threat Notification Act, requires the Federal Protective Service to create emergency communication guidance for federal building tenants within one year of enactment. This guidance must include protocols for notifying tenants about violent threats (like active shooters, weapons, or terrorism) within 150 feet of a building and provide safety instructions during immediate threats. The bill mandates that each protected federal building appoint a security official to implement the guidance and conduct regular crisis response testing. It directly affects all federal agencies occupying buildings protected by the Federal Protective Service, ensuring they receive timely threat notifications and safety protocols. The Director must submit a 10-page report to Congress on the implemented protocols within one year.
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National Plan for Epilepsy Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a national plan, form an advisory council, and take other actions to address epilepsy. The requirements sunset on December 31, 2035. Specifically, the bill requires HHS to carry out a National Plan for Epilepsy to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure epilepsy. In carrying out the plan, HHS must implement activities such as coordinating research and services across all federal agencies and soliciting public comments. Also, HHS must establish an Advisory Council on Epilepsy Research, Care, and Services. The advisory council must report to HHS and Congress every two years with an evaluation of federally funded efforts. Additionally, HHS must annually report to Congress with recommended actions based on its assessments of the nation’s progress on epilepsy.
Maddy summaryThe INSULIN Act of 2026 requires health insurance plans to limit insulin copayments to $35 per 30-day supply starting in 2027, with plans choosing to cap costs at 25% of the negotiated price after 2028. The bill also mandates that pharmacy benefit managers pass all rebates and discounts related to insulin directly to health plans rather than retaining them. Additional provisions include measures to speed up the approval process for generic and biosimilar insulin products, establish a pilot program to provide affordable insulin to uninsured individuals in 10 states, and create a resource center and hotline to help uninsured people access assistance programs.
Maddy summaryThe No Cash for Cohabitating Kins of Crooks Act prohibits specific individuals and entities from entering into contracts or receiving federal grants, loans, or reimbursements. This restriction applies to anyone who owns a former government contractor whose contract was terminated due to fraud or criminal conviction, as well as those who live with such an owner or are their spouse. The bill includes an exemption for spouses who are living apart and are survivors of domestic abuse or spousal abandonment.
Maddy summaryThe Keeping China Off the Rails Act of 2026 amends federal law to restrict the use of foreign-made railroad freight cars for transporting Department of Defense cargo. The bill establishes a phased timeline that gradually tightens these restrictions, starting with a two-year production limit and expanding to fifteen years before requiring all such cars to be produced in the United States four years after enactment. These requirements apply specifically to railcars moving goods arranged by or on behalf of the Armed Forces, effectively excluding foreign-manufactured equipment from military logistics over time. Exceptions are included for shipments involving clandestine operations where foreign involvement must remain unknown or when car owners have not been notified in advance of the cargo type.
Maddy summaryThe Reducing Red Tape for Rebuilding Act amends federal disaster relief laws to extend the duration for which states and localities can use federal funds to pay for extra staff needed to determine if buildings are substantially damaged after a major disaster. Specifically, the bill allows these wages to be covered for 180 days following a disaster declaration, rather than the previous shorter timeframe. For other activities related to enforcing building codes, the legislation permits funding for up to two years from a date selected by the recipient government. This change directly affects state and local governments by providing more time to utilize federal financial assistance for post-disaster assessment and code enforcement personnel.
Maddy summaryThis legislation directs the United States Postal Service to create unique ZIP Codes for 75 specific communities located across multiple states. The bill requires the Postal Service to finalize these designations within one year after the law is enacted. Communities affected by this requirement include towns and neighborhoods in states such as California, Colorado, Florida, and others. Ultimately, the measure ensures that each listed location has its own distinct postal code for mailing purposes.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 7-year pilot program allowing local, state, or Tribal governments to cover the Postal Service's costs for ZIP Code boundary changes or realignments, preventing denials based solely on cost. If the Postal Service denies a request due to cost, it must notify the requester, provide a cost estimate, and give 30 days to propose a cost-sharing agreement - accepting the agreement if it covers the cost. The program requires annual reports to Congress on requests, denials, and agreements, plus reports to individual members of Congress upon request. The bill directly affects local governments and Tribal entities seeking ZIP Code adjustments, with the Postal Service required to reconsider cost-based denials through this mechanism.
Maddy summaryS 1735, the Permitting Transparency and Accountability Act, requires government agencies that issue permits (like environmental or construction permits) to publish detailed online status updates for each application. Covered agencies must display on their websites: the stages completed in the review process, how long each stage took, the current status and time spent in that stage, contact information for reviewers, the full process steps needed, and an estimated timeline for a final decision. This directly affects permit applicants by providing clear, real-time tracking of their applications instead of opaque waiting periods. The bill mandates these specific, standardized details to make the permitting process more transparent and accountable for all involved parties.
Maddy summaryThis bill, the GOOD Act (Guidance Out Of Darkness Act), requires federal agencies to publish all their non-binding guidance documents - such as memos, bulletins, letters, and blog posts - on a single, publicly accessible government website. It applies to all federal agencies and mandates that existing guidance be posted within 180 days of the law's enactment, with new guidance published immediately upon issuance. Agencies must also maintain rescinded guidance documents online with clear labels indicating they are no longer in effect. The law does not apply to documents already exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).