Rep. Nancy Mace

Maddy summaryThe "No DEI in DC Act" (HR 5474) prohibits the District of Columbia government from engaging in what it defines as "prohibited diversity, equity, and inclusion practices." This includes banning DEI training programs, requiring employees to sign statements about race or gender, and maintaining offices focused on diversity issues. The bill abolishes numerous DC offices and commissions related to diversity, such as the Mayor's Office of Racial Equity, Commission on Health Equity, and LGBTQ-focused offices. It also prohibits using District funds for DEI-related activities or maintaining DEI-focused offices, with the law taking effect 90 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HRES 713) formally censures Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) and removes her from the House Committees on Education and Workforce and the Budget. It stems from her reposting a video on social media that blamed the late Charlie Kirk for his own murder and labeled him "reprehensible," which the resolution claims violated House rules on conduct. The resolution requires Omar to appear before the House for a public censure reading and mandates her immediate removal from the specified committees. As a procedural resolution, it does not change laws but addresses disciplinary action based on her social media activity following an assassination.

Maddy summaryThe Government Shutdown Prevention Act of 2025 automatically provides funding for most federal government programs if Congress fails to pass a full budget by the start of a new fiscal year. It sets initial funding at 94% of the previous year's level for 90 days, then reduces it by 1% every subsequent 90 days until a budget is approved. Programs like food assistance (under the Food and Nutrition Act) maintain full current funding, while other agencies face gradual cuts to prevent shutdowns. This ensures continuous government operations without requiring new legislation during budget delays.

Maddy summaryThis bill ensures continued pay for specific Department of Homeland Security (DHS) personnel and Coast Guard members during government shutdowns in fiscal years 2026-2027. It directly affects DHS law enforcement officers (including those in job series like 0083, 1801, and 1811), DHS administrative and payroll staff, and Coast Guard personnel. The bill authorizes emergency funding from the Treasury to cover their pay and allowances when regular appropriations are not in place. This funding expires on January 1, 2027, or earlier if Congress passes a new appropriations bill covering these costs.

Maddy summaryHR 5401, the Pay Our Troops Act of 2026, ensures military personnel, civilian Defense workers, and supporting contractors receive pay during government funding gaps in fiscal year 2026. It appropriates emergency funds for active-duty service members, reserves, and their supporting personnel (including Coast Guard staff under DHS) if regular appropriations aren't enacted by the end of the fiscal year. The bill provides necessary pay and allowances during any period when full-year funding is unavailable, covering both active service and support roles. Funding expires when regular appropriations are passed, a funding resolution is enacted, or January 1, 2027, whichever comes first. This is a procedural measure to prevent pay delays for military and support staff during fiscal year 2026 funding lapses.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HCONRES 48) is a ceremonial resolution authorizing the use of the U.S. Capitol rotunda for a "lying in honor" ceremony for Charles James Kirk, a recognized advocate for free speech, civil discourse, and youth political engagement. It grants permission for his remains to be displayed in the rotunda, with timing and duration to be determined by the House Speaker, Senate President pro tempore, and the Capitol Architect. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally permits a traditional honor reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to the nation. It affects no specific group or legislation, serving only as a commemorative gesture for Kirk's legacy.

Maddy summaryThis bill would withhold 50% of federal highway funding from states that issue driver's licenses to people without proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency status, starting in 2027. To comply, states must ban such licenses and allow local/state officials to share immigration status information with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The Transportation Secretary would maintain a public database tracking each state's compliance with these requirements. The law directly affects state governments and their access to federal transportation funds, not individual drivers.

Maddy summaryThis symbolic resolution (HRES 700) condemns the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a conservative campus advocate and founder of Turning Point USA, who was killed on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University. It expresses the House's deepest condolences to Kirk’s family, including his wife and children, and honors his work promoting civil discourse among college students. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal expression of the House’s stance on the incident. It directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action, as it is purely a ceremonial statement.

Maddy summaryThe No More Missing Children Act establishes a new federal program to prevent trafficking, disappearance, or loss of unaccompanied alien children (UAC) released into sponsors' care. It requires HHS to enroll all UAC (including those released before the law's enactment) and mandates strict monitoring: GPS tracking for children under 4, monthly telephonic check-ins, DNA collection from children and sponsors, and rigorous background checks for all sponsors (including FBI, sex offender registry, and criminal history checks). The program also requires unannounced home visits (6 in the first year, 4 annually after) and immediately takes custody if sponsors violate conditions like missing check-ins or failing to comply with court orders. This directly affects UAC under 18 and their sponsors, with enforcement focused on preventing exploitation through continuous oversight and strict eligibility standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill ensures U.S. Border Patrol Agents and Customs and Border Protection officers who continue working during a government shutdown receive their salaries. It authorizes funding from the Treasury for fiscal year 2026 to cover their salaries and expenses during any lapse in discretionary appropriations. The measure specifically applies to employees "excepted from furlough," meaning those required to work during shutdowns. It does not change eligibility for pay but guarantees funding for these personnel during funding gaps.