Rep. Ed Case

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes and strengthens the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection program. It establishes that all federal, state, and local government records related to historical civil rights cases must carry a presumption of immediate public disclosure, with full access intended for public understanding. Key provisions include allowing the Review Board to reimburse state/local governments for digitizing or copying records to add to the national collection, removing an exception that previously blocked state records from being included, and extending the Review Board's term from 7 to 11 years. The bill directly affects government agencies holding these records and the public seeking historical transparency about civil rights cases.

Maddy summaryThe National Guard Relief Act amends federal law to officially recognize the National Guard Relief Foundation as a military welfare society. This change allows the foundation to receive specific benefits and support designated for organizations assisting military personnel and their families. By updating Title 10 of the United States Code, the bill formally includes the foundation in the list of eligible welfare societies without altering its existing operations. The legislation focuses on administrative classification rather than introducing new funding or changing the foundation's mission.

Maddy summaryH.Res. 1291 is a non-binding resolution that formally recognizes May 3 through May 9, 2026, as Wildfire Preparedness Week. The bill aims to raise public awareness about wildfire risks and promote educational initiatives regarding fire safety and evacuation planning. It highlights the dangers of smoke exposure for both the general public and firefighters while noting that human activity causes the majority of wildland fires. This measure does not change laws or allocate funding, but rather expresses the House of Representatives' support for these preparedness goals.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally congratulates the University of Hawaii men's volleyball team for winning the 2026 NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship. It recognizes the team's hard work, dedication, and their achievement of setting a program record for victories in a season. The measure is a ceremonial acknowledgment that does not create new laws or change any policies.

Maddy summaryThe Protecting Our Democracy Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to prevent abuses of presidential power, restore checks and balances, and defend elections against foreign interference. Key provisions include prohibiting the President from granting self-pardons, requiring congressional oversight for pardons involving the President or their family, and banning the President from accepting payments from individuals who have received clemency. The bill also strengthens enforcement of the Hatch Act and ethics rules for political appointees, mandates greater transparency in presidential tax returns and campaign finances, and restricts the use of federal property for political conventions. Additionally, it expands reporting requirements for foreign contacts in federal campaigns and imposes stricter penalties for violations of election laws.

Maddy summaryThe FORTIFY Act allows defense equipment and services to move freely between Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania without needing special permission from the U.S. President. This change removes previous legal barriers that required U.S. approval whenever one Baltic nation shared military supplies with another. Additionally, the bill directs the U.S. Department of Defense to set up a shared digital system so these countries can easily coordinate and share ammunition for training and operations. The legislation aims to strengthen regional security by making it easier for Baltic allies to support each other militarily.

Maddy summaryHR 6652, the "U.S. Vets of the FAS Act," requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide telehealth services and mail-order pharmacy deliveries to veterans residing in the Freely Associated States (FAS) - which include the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau. The bill mandates the VA to establish agreements with FAS governments within one year of enactment and begin offering these services within the same timeframe. It also modifies travel payment rules to require VA to cover beneficiary travel costs starting one year after enactment. The VA must report quarterly on implementation progress and costs to Congress until agreements are finalized and services launched. This bill directly affects veterans in FAS territories and VA operations related to their healthcare access.

This resolution expresses support for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. The resolution further recognizes law enforcement officers across the United States in the pursuit of preserving safe and secure communities; the need to ensure that such officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety while they are protecting the public; and the law enforcement community for acts of sacrifice and heroism. The resolution expresses condolences and appreciation to the loved ones of each law enforcement officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Maddy summaryHRES 64 is a non-binding House resolution affirming the U.S.-South Korea alliance. It highlights historical ties (dating to 1882), economic partnerships (including 2023 trade data), and security cooperation (like the 1953 Mutual Defense Treaty), while celebrating Korean American contributions to U.S. society. The resolution formally supports strengthening security, economic, and cultural ties between the two nations and notes the 2025 anniversary of Korean liberation. It does not create new laws or funding, but serves as a symbolic statement of congressional support for the alliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill would amend federal law to strengthen penalties for organized retail crime by expanding definitions of theft to include digital goods, gift cards, and setting a $5,000 aggregate value threshold for charges over a 12-month period. It would establish a new "Organized Retail and Supply Chain Crime Coordination Center" under Homeland Security to coordinate Federal, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement efforts against cross-jurisdictional theft groups. The Center would share information with retailers, transportation companies, and law enforcement agencies, track crime trends, and produce annual reports on organized retail crime. This legislation directly affects retailers, supply chain businesses, and law enforcement agencies, while targeting organized crime groups responsible for a 93% increase in larceny incidents and rising safety concerns for retail employees. The bill aims to address significant financial losses and supply chain disruptions noted in the National Retail Federation's 2023 data.