Sen. Ben Ray Luján

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.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates October 30, 2026, as a national day of remembrance to honor the workers who contributed to the U.S. nuclear weapons program since World War II. The bill specifically recognizes individuals such as uranium miners, millers, haulers, plutonium processors, and participants in atmospheric nuclear tests who often suffered health consequences from their service. It encourages the public to participate in ceremonies and other activities on that date to commemorate these workers' sacrifices for national defense.

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.

Maddy summaryThe Protect College Sports Act of 2026 establishes new rules to protect student athletes and regulate college sports broadcasting by amending existing federal laws. It requires colleges and athletic associations to allow athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness without losing eligibility, while mandating that athletes disclose agreements worth more than $600 annually. The bill also introduces stricter health and safety standards, including independent medical authority for return-to-play decisions and expanded medical coverage for injuries sustained during competition. Additionally, it creates a new commission to study the future of college athletics and modifies broadcasting laws to ensure local market access for games and prevent large conferences from merging in ways that reduce the number of participating schools.

Secure Space Act of 2025 This bill prohibits the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from granting satellite licenses or earth station authorizations, including U.S. market access for foreign-licensed satellites, to specified foreign entities of concern and their affiliates. (Earth stations, also commonly known as ground stations, are earth-based radio stations that communicate with satellites. A grant of U.S. market access permits one or more foreign-licensed satellites to communicate with one or more U.S.-licensed earth stations.) Specifically, the FCC may not grant a satellite license, an earth station authorization, or market access to any entity, or an affiliate thereof, that produces or provides communications equipment or services deemed to pose an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States. (The FCC maintains a list of such equipment and services, known as the Covered List. Providers of such equipment and services include, for example, Huawei Technologies Company and ZTE Corporation.)

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a process for New Mexico land grant communities (descendants of historic Spanish/Mexican land grants) to maintain traditional, noncommercial uses on federal land. It requires the Secretary of Agriculture or Interior to create a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the New Mexico Land Grant Council, outlining procedures for permits, fee reductions based on community socioeconomic conditions, and coordination for activities like grazing, water access, cemetery maintenance, and small-scale gathering. The MOU must address routine infrastructure maintenance and include input from affected tribes when planning decisions impact traditional uses. The bill does not create new rights but streamlines existing processes for qualified land grant-merced communities to continue historical uses under federal land management rules.

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 designates September 2026 as "Latin Music Appreciation Month" to formally recognize the significant contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States' musical heritage. The bill highlights specific genres, historical migration patterns, and influential artists who have shaped American culture through music. It encourages greater public awareness of this cultural history and aims to preserve the legacy of Latino musicians by celebrating their achievements during the designated month.