Sen. Tina Smith

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses support for designating the second Monday in October 2026 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" to honor the history and culture of Native Americans. It notes that many states and municipalities already observe this day, while Columbus Day remains a federal holiday. The bill encourages citizens to participate in ceremonies that promote awareness of Indigenous contributions and explicitly supports making Indigenous Peoples' Day an official federal holiday.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally honors the life, service, and legacy of Jon Llewellyn Kyl, a former U.S. Senator from Arizona who passed away at age 84. It details his career highlights, including his time in the House of Representatives, his long tenure in the Senate, and his work on issues such as water policy, national security, and crime victims' rights. The bill directs the Secretary of the Senate to share this tribute with the House of Representatives and Kyl's family, while also ordering the Senate to adjourn for the day as a mark of respect.

Maddy summaryThe Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026 reauthorizes federal housing assistance for Indian tribes and Native Hawaiians through fiscal year 2033 while expanding eligibility to include families with incomes up to 120 percent of the area median. The bill grants tribes greater autonomy by allowing them to set their own rent, procurement, and environmental review policies, and it streamlines regulatory processes by consolidating environmental reviews and exempting certain small-scale projects from specific federal requirements. Additionally, the legislation establishes new grant programs for homeless American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians, creates a rental assistance program for homeless Indian veterans, and extends leasehold interests on trust lands to 99 years to improve financing options.

Maddy summarySRES 870 is a congressional resolution that officially recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, 2026. The bill highlights the demographic, economic, and military contributions of Latino Americans, noting their significant role in population growth, workforce participation, and national defense. It urges the public to observe the holiday with programs that celebrate the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States.

Maddy summaryThe Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 restricts the importation, sale, and use of connected vehicles and related technology from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea to protect national security. Starting in 2027, the bill generally bans these vehicles if they originate from or are controlled by these countries, with separate restrictions on software and hardware taking effect in 2030. The Secretary of Commerce is authorized to issue specific exemptions for items that do not pose a security risk and must publish a list of approved products. The law also requires companies to submit declarations confirming their vehicles comply with the rules and imposes heavy fines for violations.