Rep. Mark E. Amodei

Maddy summaryThe Unsubscribe Act of 2025 regulates "negative option" billing practices, where companies automatically charge consumers unless they actively opt out. It requires merchants to clearly disclose all terms before charging, obtain explicit consumer consent, and provide an easy online cancellation method. The bill specifically targets contracts like free-to-pay conversions (e.g., "free trial" followed by automatic charges), mandating clear upfront terms about pricing and renewal. Consumers directly benefit through greater transparency and control, while merchants must comply with new disclosure, consent, and cancellation rules starting one year after enactment. Enforcement falls to the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general.

Maddy summaryHR 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, modifies how funds from the False Claims Act are deposited into the Crime Victims Fund. It specifies that from 2025 through 2029, certain False Claims Act proceeds (specifically those for qui tam plaintiff payments and government damage reimbursements) cannot be deposited into the fund. This change directly affects the composition of the Crime Victims Fund by excluding these specific revenue streams during the specified period. The bill does not create new benefits or alter victim services; it only adjusts fund allocation rules for existing False Claims Act revenues.

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act This act provides for the award of Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's ice hockey team in recognition of the team's achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympic Games.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new interagency Task Force to dismantle foreign scam operations targeting Americans, particularly through "pig butchering" scams in Southeast Asia. The Task Force, chaired by the Secretary of State, will coordinate efforts across multiple agencies to shut down scam centers, impose sanctions on perpetrators, and support victims of trafficking. It requires a detailed strategy within 180 days and annual reports to Congress on progress, including sanctions imposed and funds recovered. The bill authorizes $30 million for these efforts in fiscal years 2026-2027, focusing on countries like Cambodia, Laos, and Burma where scam centers operate with forced labor.

Give Kids a Chance Act of 2025 This bill expands the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) authority with respect to research on rare pediatric diseases, including by permitting the FDA to take enforcement action against drug sponsors that fail to satisfy pediatric study requirements and by reauthorizing programs that support pediatric research.  Specifically, the bill modifies requirements relating to molecularly targeted pediatric cancer investigations to permit research on new drugs in combination with active ingredients that have already been approved, provided certain conditions are met; permits the FDA to take enforcement action against drug sponsors that fail to comply with pediatric study requirements, if such sponsors demonstrated a lack of due diligence in satisfying the requirement; renews the FDA’s authority to award priority review vouchers to sponsors of new products intended to treat rare pediatric diseases through September 30, 2029; and reauthorizes through FY2027 certain funding for the National Institutes of Health to support priority pediatric research.  The bill also provides statutory authority for the FDA’s interpretation of the orphan drug exclusivity period. The bill specifies, consistent with FDA regulations, that the seven-year market exclusivity period for drugs for rare diseases or conditions (i.e., orphan drugs) prohibits the approval of the same drug for the same approved use or indication with respect to the disease or condition. (In Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. v. Becerra , a court rejected the FDA’s interpretation and held that orphan drug exclusivity extends to all uses or indications for the disease or condition.)

Maddy summaryHR 5107, the Common-Sense Law Enforcement and Accountability Now in DC Act (CLEAN DC Act), repeals D.C. Law 24-345 (the 2022 Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act). This bill directly affects Washington, D.C.'s policing and justice systems by reversing all changes made under that 2022 law. The key mechanism is a straightforward repeal, restoring all prior District laws as if the 2022 reform had never been enacted. The bill does not introduce new provisions but undoes existing reforms to the District’s law enforcement framework.

Maddy summaryThe VISIT USA Act directs the Treasury to transfer $160 million from unused tourism promotion funds to Brand USA (the Corporation for Travel Promotion) within 30 days of the bill's enactment. This funding is exempt from standard transfer limits and requires Brand USA to follow existing matching rules for these funds. The bill directly affects Brand USA, providing it with dedicated resources to support international tourism marketing and promotion efforts. It makes a concrete policy change by reallocating specific unobligated funds to boost the U.S. tourism marketing program.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all new passenger vehicles manufactured for sale in the U.S. to include AM radio as standard equipment (not an optional add-on) by 2027-2028, depending on manufacturer size. It mandates that AM radio receivers must be easily accessible to drivers and allows compliance through digital AM broadcast technology. During a transition period, manufacturers must clearly label vehicles without AM radio but cannot charge extra for this feature. The bill also mandates a GAO study on AM radio's role in emergency alerts and includes a 10-year sunset provision for the rule. It preempts state laws regarding AM radio access in vehicles.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 813) is a non-binding symbolic measure urging the American public to observe October 2025 as Italian and Italian American Heritage Month. It recognizes the historical contributions of Italian and Italian American people to the U.S. in fields like science, arts, and public service, and encourages communities to celebrate their cultural heritage through events. The resolution does not create new laws or requirements, but formally acknowledges their impact on American society. It was introduced by multiple House members and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 808) is a symbolic gesture by the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the Las Vegas Aces for winning the 2025 WNBA Finals. It specifically recognizes their victory in the championship series against the Phoenix Mercury (4 games to 0) and their third title in four seasons, highlighting their undefeated playoff run and record-breaking regular season. The resolution has no policy impact or effect on any individuals or organizations - it is purely a ceremonial expression of congratulations. It directly affects no one through legislative action, as it serves only to acknowledge the team's athletic achievement.