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.
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Maddy summaryThe Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act (S. 91) authorizes the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats who risked their careers and safety to save Jewish lives during the Holocaust. These diplomats, representing countries including Sweden, Switzerland, Spain, Portugal, and others, issued visas and provided safe passage to Jews fleeing Nazi persecution despite strict orders from their home governments. The medal will be presented collectively to the next of kin of each diplomat, along with representatives from their home countries, and then permanently displayed at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. The act recognizes these individuals' bravery without implying they represent all who performed similar humanitarian acts during the Holocaust. The medal serves as a permanent tribute to their sacrifice and will be available for public display and research.
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 Connected MOM Act (S 712) requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to report to Congress within 18 months on Medicaid coverage barriers for remote health monitoring devices - such as blood pressure cuffs and pulse oximeters - used by pregnant and postpartum women. This report will identify limitations in coverage and their impact on maternal and child health outcomes under State Medicaid programs. Six months after the report, the Secretary must update State Medicaid resources (like telehealth toolkits) to align with the report’s recommendations. The bill directly affects pregnant and postpartum women enrolled in Medicaid and State Medicaid programs by addressing coverage gaps for these devices.
Maddy summaryThe TAKE IT DOWN Act (S 4569) makes it a federal crime to intentionally share nonconsensual intimate images or deepfakes (AI-generated fake images/videos) without consent, with penalties including fines and up to 3 years in prison for offenses involving minors. It directly affects individuals whose private images are exploited and requires major online platforms (like social media sites hosting user content) to establish a 48-hour removal process for reported nonconsensual content. Platforms must remove such material upon valid requests from affected individuals, while being shielded from liability if they act in good faith. The law excludes email, broadband providers, and pre-curated content sites from these requirements.
Maddy summarySRES 909 is a non-binding Senate resolution designating November 21, 2024, as "National Rural Health Day." It formally recognizes the contributions of rural health care providers and the unique challenges faced by rural communities, including hospital closures and access barriers. The resolution celebrates rural health care workers and the millions they serve, while expressing the Senate's commitment to improving rural health care accessibility and affordability. This is a ceremonial designation with no new policy or funding changes.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 3267) officially renames a United States Postal Service facility at 410 Dakota Avenue South in Huron, South Dakota, as the "First Lieutenant Thomas Michael Martin Post Office Building." It makes this new name the official designation for the building in all federal references, including laws, maps, and documents. The bill has no policy impact - it is purely a ceremonial naming resolution with no new requirements or funding. It directly affects the building's official identification but does not change services, operations, or regulations.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S. 2143) renames a U.S. Postal Service facility at 320 South 2nd Avenue in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as the "Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing Post Office Building." It honors Staff Sergeant Robb Lura Rolfing, a U.S. Army veteran, by updating all official references to the building. The bill has no policy impact - it solely changes the building’s official name and requires federal documents to use the new designation.
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.
Maddy summaryS 5303, the Stand with Israel Act, prohibits U.S. federal funds from being used to support the United Nations or its entities if those entities restrict Israel's full participation as a member state. Specifically, it blocks funding for UN contributions when the UN expels, downgrades, or suspends Israel's membership or limits its ability to engage equally with other member states. This bill directly affects how U.S. taxpayer money is allocated to the UN, requiring the Department of State and other agencies to withhold funds under these circumstances. The law amends the United Nations Participation Act of 1945 to enforce this restriction.