Sen. Ted Budd

Maddy summaryThis bill amends federal carjacking law to change how the offense is defined and prosecuted. It removes the requirement that a carjacking must involve "intent to cause death or serious bodily harm" for it to be considered a federal offense (now only requiring the act to be done "knowingly"). For cases where death occurs, it now requires prosecutors to prove both the intent to cause death *and* that death actually resulted, rather than just showing death occurred. This directly affects federal prosecutors, carjacking defendants, and the legal standards used in such cases.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should actively protect the dollar's role as the world's primary reserve currency while countering China's growing economic influence. The measure highlights concerns over China's undervalued currency, opaque lending practices through the Belt and Road Initiative, and efforts to build alternative financial systems like the digital yuan and CIPS. It calls for the U.S. to strengthen economic ties with global regions and collaborate with allies to offer alternatives to Chinese capital, aiming to preserve the stability of the current international financial order.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses concern over the growing influence of the People's Republic of China in Latin America and the Caribbean and calls for the United States to strengthen its economic, security, and diplomatic presence in the region. The document highlights specific areas of Chinese activity, including increased trade, military training, infrastructure investments, and media outreach, while urging the Trump administration to develop a comprehensive strategy to counter these efforts. It specifically recommends that the U.S. increase funding for infrastructure projects and expand training programs for security and media personnel to offer viable alternatives to Chinese initiatives. Additionally, the resolution encourages Latin American nations to adopt foreign investment review mechanisms similar to those in the United States to better assess risks from Chinese investments in strategic sectors.

Maddy summaryThe Davis-Bacon Repeal Act would eliminate federal wage requirements that currently mandate contractors on government-funded construction projects pay workers at least the prevailing local wage rate. By repealing the relevant section of the U.S. Code, the bill removes the legal basis for these minimum wage standards on future contracts. The law includes a transition period that protects existing contracts and those with outstanding bids for 30 days after enactment, ensuring no immediate disruption to ongoing projects. This change would directly affect construction firms and workers involved in federally funded building work by removing the obligation to adhere to specific local wage floors.

Maddy summaryThe Workforce Transparency Act of 2026 establishes a voluntary federal framework for companies developing artificial intelligence systems to share aggregated, privacy-protected data about how their tools are used in the workplace. Participating providers and enterprise customers can submit statistical information regarding task usage, geographic distribution, and trends over time to the Department of Labor without revealing individual identities, trade secrets, or proprietary code. The Department of Labor will maintain a public database of this data and issue annual reports to Congress to support evidence-based workforce and economic policymaking. The legislation explicitly prohibits federal agencies from penalizing companies that choose not to participate and ensures that all shared data remains exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act.

Maddy summaryThis legislation amends federal criminal statutes to increase penalties for fraud targeting veterans. It introduces a new category that specifically covers crimes against targeted veterans of any age. The bill defines targeted veterans using existing standards from Title 38 of the United States Code. As a result, offenders who commit fraud against this group face stricter legal consequences under Title 18.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes the week of May 3 through May 9, 2026, as National Small Business Week to honor the contributions of small business owners and entrepreneurs across the United States. The measure expresses appreciation for the economic role these businesses play and acknowledges the resilience of their owners and employees. By adopting this designation, the Senate aims to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit within every community without imposing any new laws or regulations.

Maddy summaryThe Time for Completion Act requires colleges to publicly report how many students finish their degree programs within specific timeframes, such as the normal duration, 150 percent, 200 percent, and 300 percent of the expected length. This reporting applies to both short and long programs and must be broken down by student type, including whether they are first-time or returning students and whether they attend full-time or part-time. The law also updates federal financial aid regulations to ensure these completion rates are included in institutional data used for determining eligibility and funding. By mandating consistent and visible display of these statistics, the bill aims to provide prospective students and families with clearer information about graduation timelines at higher education institutions.

Maddy summaryThe Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2026 prevents the Occupational Safety and Health Administration from finalizing or enforcing a specific proposed rule regarding heat injury prevention in workplaces. This legislation directly affects the Department of Labor and businesses by blocking the implementation of detailed requirements such as mandatory rest breaks and written safety plans. The bill argues that these specific rules are too burdensome and fail to account for unique industry and geographic conditions. By stopping this rule, the act leaves the proposed heat safety standards in a suspended state without changing existing regulations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 2026 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal finance education. The bill calls on the federal government, states, schools, businesses, and other organizations to hold programs and activities during this month. It is based on data showing high levels of financial stress, debt, and a lack of financial education among many Americans.