Sen. James Lankford

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 summaryThis Senate resolution expresses the chamber's support for religious freedom and calls on organizations that create artificial intelligence systems to adopt clear standards ensuring transparency and fair treatment of all religious viewpoints. It encourages AI developers to provide responses to religious questions that are thorough and representative of various beliefs, texts, and traditions. The measure also urges the public to consult primary sources and religious leaders when seeking to understand different faiths. As a sense-of-the-Senate resolution, it does not create new laws or direct regulations but serves as a formal statement of congressional values regarding these issues.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates the week of September 27 through October 3, 2026, as "Religious Education Week" to recognize the role of religious instruction in civic and moral development. The bill highlights historical perspectives and legal precedents that support the right to religious education, including the use of sectarian schools and released time programs for public school students. It calls on all states, territories, and the District of Columbia to accommodate individuals who wish to leave public school attendance to attend religious classes.

Maddy summarySRES 890 is a commemorative resolution that formally marks the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party by acknowledging the human rights abuses and political repression attributed to the regime. The bill lists specific historical events, such as the Great Famine and the Tiananmen Square protests, alongside ongoing issues involving religious minorities and transnational surveillance. It does not propose new laws or funding but serves to express the Senate's remembrance of victims and concern for those currently facing persecution under the party's rule.

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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally congratulates the University of Oklahoma baseball team for winning the 2026 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship, marking the program's third national title. The text details the team's path to victory, including their decisive win over the University of North Carolina in the final game of the Men's College World Series. It also highlights specific statistical achievements and recognizes head coach Skip Johnson and player Jaxon Willits for their contributions during the season.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 7-year pilot program allowing local, state, or Tribal governments to cover the Postal Service's costs for ZIP Code boundary changes or realignments, preventing denials based solely on cost. If the Postal Service denies a request due to cost, it must notify the requester, provide a cost estimate, and give 30 days to propose a cost-sharing agreement - accepting the agreement if it covers the cost. The program requires annual reports to Congress on requests, denials, and agreements, plus reports to individual members of Congress upon request. The bill directly affects local governments and Tribal entities seeking ZIP Code adjustments, with the Postal Service required to reconsider cost-based denials through this mechanism.

Maddy summaryThis bill, the GOOD Act (Guidance Out Of Darkness Act), requires federal agencies to publish all their non-binding guidance documents - such as memos, bulletins, letters, and blog posts - on a single, publicly accessible government website. It applies to all federal agencies and mandates that existing guidance be posted within 180 days of the law's enactment, with new guidance published immediately upon issuance. Agencies must also maintain rescinded guidance documents online with clear labels indicating they are no longer in effect. The law does not apply to documents already exempt from public disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).