Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Artificial Intelligence Safety Review Office within the Department of Commerce to oversee "covered frontier artificial intelligence models" that meet specific technical thresholds (trained with over 100 quintillion operations, broadly capable, or designed for biology/chemistry/nuclear/cyber capabilities). It requires developers of these models to implement red-teaming practices, cybersecurity standards, and conduct pre-deployment evaluations to assess risks related to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and cyber threats. The bill mandates reporting requirements for covered data centers, integrated circuits, and infrastructure-as-a-service providers, and creates a pre-deployment review process where the Office can prohibit deployment if risks are deemed insufficiently mitigated. Non-compliance can result in fines up to $1,000,000 per day or criminal penalties for willful violations.
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThe bill, S 4129, establishes a federal grant program to support the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation in creating a library and museum in Medora, North Dakota, dedicated to preserving and showcasing Theodore Roosevelt's legacy. It requires the Foundation to match federal grant funds with at least double the amount raised from non-federal sources (such as state contributions or private donations) before receiving funding. Federal agencies must loan or transfer Roosevelt-related artifacts and objects - like historical documents or memorabilia - to the Foundation for public display without cost, while ensuring the federal government has no role in operating the Library. The Library will focus on preserving Roosevelt’s materials and providing educational programs to make his legacy accessible to the public.
Maddy summaryThis bill extends the existing Colorado River Basin System Conservation Pilot Program by updating its expiration dates. It revises the program's authorization to run through 2026 (instead of 2024) and extends the deadline for program implementation to 2027 (instead of 2025). The bill does not create new conservation requirements or change how the pilot program operates - only prolongs the current timeline. It directly affects federal agencies and water management entities administering the pilot program in the Colorado River Basin.
Maddy summaryThe Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2024 establishes a pilot program allowing qualified individuals or organizations (defined as "Good Samaritans") to remediate historic mine residue at abandoned hardrock mine sites without facing liability for their actions. The Environmental Protection Agency would grant up to 15 permits for projects that address pollution from abandoned mines, with applicants required to demonstrate they meet specific eligibility criteria (not being responsible owners/operators, having no role in creating the residue, and possessing adequate resources). The program includes liability protection for permitted activities, requires detailed remediation plans with baseline condition assessments, public notice, and environmental reviews, and establishes a fund for long-term operations and maintenance. This 7-year pilot program would directly affect communities near abandoned mine sites and qualified remediation groups seeking to address environmental contamination.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm, the first African-American woman elected to Congress (1968-1982) and the first African American to seek a major party's presidential nomination (1972). The bill directs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike a gold medal featuring Chisholm's image and name, which will be presented to her family by congressional leaders. After presentation, the medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution for public viewing and research. The bill also authorizes the production and sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs. This is a commemorative measure honoring Chisholm's historic contributions to American politics and civil rights.
Maddy summarySRES 925 is a Senate resolution honoring the late Senator Fred R. Harris of Oklahoma, who died on November 23, 2024, at age 94. The resolution expresses the Senate’s sorrow at his passing, requests that his family be notified, and directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory. It does not create new laws or affect any policies - it is a formal expression of respect for a former senator’s legacy.
Maddy summaryThe Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act revises cost-sharing for salinity control projects in the Colorado River Basin. It requires the federal government to cover 70% to 85% of construction, operation, and maintenance costs for different project types (e.g., 85% for on-farm measures), reducing financial burdens on states and local water management entities. For fiscal years 2024 and 2025, the bill temporarily increases federal coverage for certain projects. This directly affects agricultural users and water agencies in the basin by altering their cost responsibilities under the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Act.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project to expand the service area to include additional communities in New Mexico and Arizona, allowing the Navajo Nation to deliver water to more tribal members. It establishes a Deferred Construction Fund to allow for deferring construction of certain project facilities to save on operations and maintenance costs. The bill increases the total authorized funding from $870 million to $2.175 billion, extends the funding period to 2029, and clarifies tax treatment for project facilities. These changes directly affect the Navajo Nation, Jicarilla Apache Nation, and the City of Gallup, New Mexico.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the U.S. Mint to produce three commemorative coins honoring Roberto Clemente: $5 gold, $1 silver, and half-dollar clad coins, with specified quantities (50,000 gold, 400,000 silver, 750,000 half-dollars). The coins must feature Clemente’s image and include inscriptions like "Roberto Clemente" and "2027," with surcharges ($35, $10, and $5 per coin respectively) funding the Roberto Clemente Foundation for youth sports, education, and disaster relief. All coins must be sold between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2027, at face value plus surcharge, with the foundation audited for fund use. The legislation affects no citizens or policies - it solely creates a commemorative coin program.
Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SRES 902) honoring the late Senator Timothy Peter Johnson of South Dakota, who died after a long career in public service. The resolution expresses the Senate's "profound sorrow" over his death, directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House and send a copy to his family, and calls for the Senate to adjourn in his memory. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it is purely a formal expression of respect for a former senator. The resolution commemorates his decades of service, including his time as Chairman of the Banking Committee and his return to work after a serious health setback.