Sen. Roger Marshall

Farmers First Act of 2025 This bill extends through FY2030 and revises the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN). This Department of Agriculture program provides competitive grants to states, Indian tribes, and qualified nonprofit organizations to provide stress assistance programs (i.e., professional agricultural behavioral health counseling, helplines, and resources) to individuals engaged in farming, ranching, and agriculture-related occupations. The bill specifies that the grant funding for farm telephone helplines and websites may also be used for crisis lines. Further, FRSAN grant recipients may establish referral relationships with providers, including Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, health centers, rural health clinics, and critical access hospitals.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends federal education law to prohibit public schools from teaching concepts related to "gender ideology," as defined by a specific executive order. It directly affects K-12 public schools receiving federal funding by banning instruction on certain gender-related topics. The key provision adds a new restriction to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, explicitly forbidding the teaching of these concepts in classrooms. The bill does not specify which topics are covered, only referencing the executive order's definition. This change applies to all federally funded elementary and secondary schools.

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes two existing federal diabetes programs through 2027. It provides $160 million annually for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for the Special Diabetes Program for Type I Diabetes (serving people with Type I diabetes) and the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (serving Native American communities through Indian Health Services). A final $40 million is allocated for October-December 2027 for both programs, with all funds remaining available until expended. The bill extends current funding levels without changing program eligibility or structure.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires adding a citizenship checkbox to the 2030 and future decennial censuses, asking respondents about their U.S. citizenship status for themselves and all household members. It mandates that the Census Bureau publicly release each state's total citizen and noncitizen population counts within 120 days after each census. The bill then changes how congressional representation is calculated by excluding noncitizens from the population numbers used to apportion House seats and electoral votes starting with the 2030 census. This directly affects how states' representation in Congress and the Electoral College is determined based on citizen population counts rather than total population.

Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the Senate's preference that the Parliamentarian of the Senate serve no more than one 6-year term. It references historical service averages of 15 years (since 1981) to argue that term limits would prevent long tenures, promote accountability, and encourage fresh perspectives. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change current appointment rules but states the Senate's view on the role's structure.

Maddy summaryThe STOP CSAM Act of 2025 strengthens protections for child victims of sexual abuse and exploitation by expanding definitions of abuse to include psychological abuse and kidnapping, and by imposing new reporting requirements on internet service providers. The bill requires providers with over 1 million monthly users to report apparent child sexual abuse material to the CyberTipline within 60 days, with penalties for noncompliance including fines up to $1 million for large providers. It creates new civil remedies allowing victims to sue providers who host or promote child pornography, and establishes protections for "covered persons" (children under 18 who are victims or witnesses) by limiting public disclosure of their personal information. The bill also enhances law enforcement's ability to investigate online child exploitation while maintaining privacy safeguards for victims.

Maddy summaryThe Haskell Indian Nations University Improvement Act would transform Haskell Indian Nations University from a Bureau of Indian Education institution into a federally chartered corporation with its own independent board of trustees. This change would allow the university to operate independently from the Bureau of Indian Education, accept private donations as a tax-exempt organization, and develop its own policies to better serve its students. The bill aims to address longstanding challenges with facility maintenance, program management, and funding dependency that have affected the university's ability to provide quality education to its approximately 900 enrolled students representing 140 tribes. The new board would be composed of 15 voting members (all enrolled in Indian Tribes) and 1 student member, with the goal of improving the university's educational mission and campus environment.

Maddy summaryThe Reliable Rail Service Act of 2025 requires rail carriers to provide transportation service that meets shippers' reasonable needs for timely, efficient, and reliable delivery. It directly affects freight rail companies and the businesses (shippers) that rely on rail transport for moving goods. Key provisions mandate the Surface Transportation Board to consider factors like crew availability, equipment maintenance, and shippers' historical service needs when evaluating carrier compliance. The bill also sets strict deadlines: 180 days for violation proceedings and 45 days for resolving service term disputes.

Maddy summaryS 2131, the Dads Matter Act of 2025, requires the Health and Human Services Secretary to launch a public awareness campaign within two years and issue state guidance within one year to improve father involvement in prenatal and postpartum care. The campaign will promote father engagement through public messaging, while the guidance will direct states to train healthcare providers (like OB-GYNs and hospitals) on supporting fathers’ roles during pregnancy and early childcare. Key provisions focus on increasing prenatal care attendance, reducing maternal health risks, improving breastfeeding success, and promoting father-infant bonding. This policy directly affects healthcare systems nationwide by changing provider practices to better include fathers in maternal and infant health support.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires commercial motor vehicle drivers to demonstrate English proficiency to pass knowledge tests or receive certification. It directly affects drivers seeking commercial licenses by mandating they understand English for key tasks: reading traffic signs, communicating with officers (like border patrol), and exchanging directions. The law prohibits administering these tests in any language other than English, effective two years after enactment. The Secretary of Transportation must update federal regulations to implement these requirements.