Rep. Nicholas J. Begich III

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to reject a specific rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding pollution control standards for ocean-going vessels at ports in California. If passed, the measure would use a congressional veto to cancel the rule, preventing it from taking legal effect. The legislation directly impacts the EPA's ability to enforce these specific emission limits and affects shipping companies and ports in California that would have been subject to the new standards.

Maddy summaryThe American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 directs the U.S. Treasury to create two new accounts: a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve for Bitcoin acquired through government forfeiture and a Digital Asset Stockpile for other digital assets. The bill mandates that all Bitcoin held in the reserve be kept for at least 20 years, with strict rules against selling or disposing of these assets during that time. It also establishes a transparency system requiring quarterly public reports and third-party audits to verify the government's holdings and management of these digital assets.

Maddy summaryThis bill would require Medicare to cover early detection screening tests for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias starting January 1, 2028. It defines eligible tests as FDA-cleared genomic blood tests, blood product analyses, or equivalent medical imaging methods (like protein expression or whole genome sequencing) that detect pre-symptomatic or early-stage conditions. Medicare beneficiaries would receive this coverage without cost-sharing for these specific screenings. The bill amends Medicare coverage rules to explicitly include these tests under Section 1861(nnn) of the Social Security Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the existing Northern Border Security Review Act to update deadlines and requirements for border security assessments. It requires the Department of Homeland Security Secretary to submit a northern border threat analysis by September 2, 2026, and every two years after, with strategy updates due 90 days after each analysis. The bill also mandates classified briefings to congressional committees 30 days after each threat analysis and directs the development of performance measures for Air and Marine Operations within six months of enactment. These changes directly affect the DHS Secretary, congressional committees, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection's operations along the northern border.

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 bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration to equip specific contract air traffic control towers with advanced situational awareness tools within one year of enactment. It mandates the installation of Airborne Position Reference Tools at towers lacking these systems and ensures that towers without Standard Terminal Automation Replacement Systems receive necessary equipment and maintenance support. The legislation also updates funding rules to cover the costs of acquiring and operating these new tools and establishes training programs to help controllers effectively use the technology. Additionally, the bill provides financial reimbursement to airports that have already purchased similar systems before the federal government installs them.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a framework for the Department of the Interior to work with Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations to restore and manage buffalo populations on Indian lands. It authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to provide contracts, grants, and technical assistance to support tribal buffalo restoration programs, commercial buffalo activities, and mobile meat processing facilities. The legislation also requires ongoing consultation between the Department and tribes on buffalo management initiatives and ensures that culturally sensitive tribal information remains confidential. Additionally, the bill allows for the transfer of surplus buffalo from federal lands to Indian lands and explicitly preserves existing treaty rights of Indian Tribes, with all provisions set to expire seven years after enactment.

Maddy summaryHR 7625, the MTS CYBER Act of 2026, mandates a Government Accountability Office (GAO) review to assess the U.S. Coast Guard's budget and staffing needs for fulfilling its role as a Sector Risk Management Agency (SRMA) for maritime cybersecurity. The bill requires the GAO to evaluate Coast Guard funding for cybersecurity personnel, training, and enforcement; staff capabilities to monitor industry compliance; and guidance provided to maritime businesses against industry best practices. This review, due within 270 days of the bill’s enactment, aims to determine if current resources allow the Coast Guard to effectively protect the marine transportation system (MTS) - which includes ports, vessels, and waterways supporting $2.1 trillion in economic activity - from cyber threats. The findings will be submitted to relevant congressional committees to inform future funding decisions for the Coast Guard’s cybersecurity responsibilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve transparency and efficiency in certifying new aircraft and technologies. Specifically, it mandates the FAA to publish a public plan for streamlining the type certification process, establish standard timelines for key milestones (like safety reviews), and create clearer criteria for when technical questions arise. The changes directly affect aircraft manufacturers - especially those developing advanced air mobility vehicles like air taxis - and FAA staff managing certifications. By setting predictable timelines and reducing recurring paperwork, the bill aims to accelerate innovation while maintaining safety standards.

Maddy summaryThe TASA Act of 2025 amends federal airport funding rules to include U.S. territory airports that were eligible under the 1978 Federal Aviation Act. It changes the criteria for which airports qualify for the government's share of project costs by adding territory airports meeting specific historical eligibility standards. This directly affects airports in U.S. territories (like Puerto Rico and Guam) that were designated as eligible points under the 1978 law. The bill updates existing funding eligibility without creating new programs or altering essential air service compensation rules.