Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs to evaluate existing research on menopause, perimenopause, and mid-life health for women serving in the military or who are veterans. It directs them to identify gaps in knowledge about treatments for symptoms, the impact of military service (including combat exposure and toxins like PFAS), and the availability of care and training for healthcare providers. Within 180 days of enactment, the departments must submit a report and strategic plan to Congress detailing findings and outlining steps to address research gaps and improve care. The law directly affects military women, veterans, and their healthcare providers by aiming to enhance understanding and services for menopause-related health issues.
Sponsored bills
Maddy summaryThe RECAPTURE Act (S 3259) changes how leftover federal broadband funding is handled under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. It requires that any unspent funds from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program not specifically designated for a project must be deposited into the federal Treasury to reduce the deficit, while funds designated for specific projects remain available to the grant recipient. This applies directly to states and local governments that received BEAD grants but have unused funds. The bill ensures unallocated broadband funds are redirected toward deficit reduction rather than remaining unspent.
Maddy summaryThe SIMSA Act of 2025 creates a new Schedule A for controlled substances under federal drug law. It defines Schedule A substances as those imported into the U.S. with chemical structures substantially similar to existing Schedule I-V substances and having similar effects on the central nervous system. The bill establishes procedures for the Attorney General to temporarily schedule substances for up to 5 years (with possible 180-day extensions), requiring consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services before permanent scheduling. It increases penalties for violations involving Schedule A substances, including prison terms up to 30 years for repeat offenses and higher fines, and requires specific labeling with IUPAC nomenclature for these substances.
Maddy summaryS 3272, the Motorcycle Safety Awareness Act of 2025, requires states to include new motorcyclist safety education in driver training programs. It amends federal law to mandate that driver education courses cover state-specific motorcycle laws (like lane-splitting rules) and "share-the-road" principles to improve awareness of motorcyclists. This applies directly to state driver education and motor vehicle agencies that provide driver training. The changes take effect two years after the bill becomes law.
Maddy summaryS 3262 requires the U.S. Secretary of Defense to develop a NATO-wide strategy for integrated air defense against drones (unmanned aerial systems), specifically targeting gaps that risk depleting expensive weapons when countering low-cost threats. The strategy must identify barriers to using affordable solutions like mass-produced ammunition, next-generation tech (e.g., AI, microwave weapons), and improved coordination among allies, with a focus on protecting NATO’s eastern flank countries like Estonia, Poland, and Romania. It mandates a 90-day submission to Congress detailing funding needs and a 2027 progress report, including plans to scale low-cost drone defense production with allies like Ukraine. The bill directly affects NATO’s collective defense posture and U.S. military coordination with partner nations.
Maddy summaryThis bill restricts SNAP benefits for restaurant meals by requiring eligible meals to include at least one fruit/vegetable and protein, and limiting use to specific retail food stores with prepared sections (like delis or hot bars) that meet health standards. It bans participation from quick-service or fast-food restaurants and prohibits benefits for takeout meals, requiring all purchases to be for immediate consumption. States must now track participation and spending through new reporting requirements, including detailed data on participating stores and redemption amounts. The bill directly affects SNAP recipients who previously used benefits at restaurants for prepared meals.
Maddy summaryThis bill ends a special discounted postage rate currently available to political committees for mailing campaign materials. It directly affects political committees that use bulk mail for political communications, requiring them to pay standard commercial postage rates instead of the subsidized rate. The key mechanism is amending the postal code to remove the specific provision (previously subsection (e)) that authorized this discount. As a result, political committees would no longer receive a postal subsidy for their campaign mailings, shifting the cost to the committees themselves.
Maddy summaryS 495, the "Prove It Act of 2025," requires federal agencies to assess indirect economic impacts on small businesses when creating new regulations. It directly affects small businesses (including those indirectly impacted by regulations) and federal agencies responsible for rulemaking. Key provisions mandate agencies to include indirect costs (e.g., effects on suppliers or competitors) in regulatory flexibility analyses and establish a new process allowing small entities to petition the Small Business Administration’s Chief Counsel to review agency certifications claiming a rule won’t significantly harm small businesses. If the review finds significant impact, agencies must redo their analysis; failure to cooperate in the review process could prevent the rule from applying to small entities. The bill updates existing regulatory review procedures without creating new funding.
Maddy summaryS 148, the RED TAPE Act, requires federal agencies to base regulatory impact analyses solely on quantifiable monetary costs and benefits, prohibiting consideration of non-monetized factors (like environmental or health impacts) in rulemaking. It mandates agencies to publish full methodology and results of these analyses in the Federal Register for public transparency. Affected parties can legally challenge rules violating this requirement in court, with courts able to invalidate such rules. The law applies to all new regulations issued after November 9, 2023, and takes effect 30 days after enactment.
Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on U.S. manufacturing of critical infrastructure products. It requires identifying imported goods that U.S. factories can't produce due to supply chain gaps, analyzing job impacts and product costs, and assessing feasibility for manufacturing in rural areas or industrial parks. The study must be completed within 18 months, with a public report to Congress containing findings and recommendations. This bill affects the Department of Commerce (as the study lead) and will inform future policy decisions about domestic manufacturing, but does not create new regulations or funding. It is a procedural study bill with no direct impact on businesses or consumers until recommendations are implemented.