Sen. Richard J. Durbin

Co-sponsor S 550

Signed into law · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 550) establishes a one-year window for the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma to file a land claim in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims regarding land in Illinois, based on the 1805 Treaty of Grouseland. The court would hear this claim without considering standard time limits or delay-based defenses. All other land claims by the tribe, its members, or descendants to Illinois land would be permanently ended by this bill. The measure directly affects the Miami Tribe's legal standing regarding Illinois land disputes and removes all other potential claims.

Signed into law Sep 25, 2026 1 co-sponsor

Primary S 5560

In committee · Florida Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to improve fairness and accountability with respect to the arrest and detention of noncitizens.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 5545

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to provide for grants for States that require fair and impartial police training for law enforcement officers of that State and to incentivize States to enact laws requiring the independent investigation and prosecution of the use of deadly force by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5537

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to authorize grants for emotional support services for incarcerated victims of sexual abuse, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 5515

In committee · Florida Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to improve Federal efforts with respect to the prevention of maternal mortality, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 3258

Passed · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2026

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the FAA to create and maintain a public website listing medications approved for use by pilots, air traffic controllers, and aviation trainees seeking medical certification. The list must include all approved prescription and over-the-counter medications, indicate required duty limitations for certain drugs, flag medications the FAA prohibits ("Do Not Issue"), and provide clear guidance for medical providers. The FAA must develop this list with input from aviation experts, training institutions, and union representatives, and update it annually to reflect current medical standards. This directly affects aviation medical applicants by making medication safety information transparent and accessible at the time of certification.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances aviation safety by requiring FAA transparency on medications for pilots/air traffic controllers, directly supporting transportation safety standards within aviation.85% confidence

Passed Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 3257

Passed · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update regulations to encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek and disclose mental health care without fear of losing their medical certification. It mandates an annual review of the "special issuance" process (for medical certification) to consider new treatments, improve examiner training, and reduce backlogs, while allocating $15 million annually (2026-2029) to recruit more medical examiners and provide mental health training. Additionally, it funds a $1.5 million annual public campaign to destigmatize mental health care in aviation, improve trust with workers, and make resources easily accessible at aviation medical offices and training facilities. The FAA must consult with industry stakeholders and report progress to Congress on implementation.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $15M annually to improve mental health access for aviation personnel, reduces barriers to care, and funds examiner recruitment/retention, directly strengthening mental health services.95% confidence TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates $15M annually to improve aviation safety regulations and medical examiner capacity, directly enhancing transportation safety standards within aviation infrastructure.95% confidence

Passed Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SRES 897

Passed · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A resolution honoring the life, service, and legacy of the Honorable Jon Llewellyn Kyl, former Senator for the State of Arizona.

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.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill honors a senator whose work included 'crime victims' rights.' While a commemorative resolution, it implicitly supports the area by acknowledging its importance in a public servant's legacy.55% confidence

Passed Sep 23, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5482

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish an Office of Prison Education, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 23, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5470

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to prohibit the use of corporal punishment in schools, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 23, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track