Sen. Cory A. Booker

Primary SRES 910

In committee · Kansas Senate · Lead sponsor

A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2026 as "Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month".

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses support for designating October 2026 as Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month to increase public understanding of the condition. The bill highlights that Lewy body dementia is the second most common degenerative dementia, affecting an estimated 1.4 million people in the United States, and notes that delayed diagnoses often lead to serious patient harm and higher healthcare costs. It aims to raise awareness among the general public and medical professionals to facilitate earlier and more accurate diagnosis. Additionally, the resolution commends researchers, caregivers, and organizations working to improve treatments and support services for those living with the disease.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill supports designating 'Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month' to increase public understanding and facilitate earlier diagnoses, directly advancing public health and patient well-being.95% confidence

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor SRES 906

In committee · Kansas Senate · Co-sponsor

A resolution supporting the designation of the week of August 24 through August 28, 2026, as the fourth annual "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week".

Maddy summaryThis resolution supports the designation of August 24 through August 28, 2026, as the fourth annual National Community Health Worker Awareness Week. It formally recognizes the contributions of community health workers, who serve as trusted intermediaries connecting individuals and communities to health and social services. The bill encourages collaboration at local, state, and federal levels to raise awareness of this workforce's role in improving public health outcomes.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill supports designating a week to raise awareness for Community Health Workers, who connect individuals to health and social services, thereby strengthening public health efforts.85% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe resolution supports designating a week to recognize community health workers, acknowledging their contributions and encouraging awareness of their role in public health, which supports the labor force.75% confidence

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SRES 900

In committee · Kansas Senate · Co-sponsor

A resolution expressing support for the designation of the second Monday in October 2026 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" to celebrate and honor Indigenous Peoples and their shared history and culture.

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.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 5566

In committee · Kansas Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to establish a Public Service Educational Assistance Program to provide educational assistance to the dependents of public service employees, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 5565

In committee · Kansas Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of Federal foreign assistance funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 5564

In committee · Kansas Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out activities relating to neglected diseases of poverty.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 5559

In committee · Kansas Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to provide for the basic needs of students at institutions of higher education.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 5553

In committee · Kansas Senate · Lead sponsor

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for an increase in housing bonds and housing credit allocation for transit oriented developments, and for other purposes.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 5546

In committee · Kansas Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to provide women with increased access to preventive and life-saving cancer screening.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 5539

In committee · Kansas Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to require group health plans and group or individual health insurance coverage to provide coverage for over-the-counter contraceptives.

In committee Sep 24, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track