Maddy summaryThe Drug Deal Disclosure Act requires the Department of Health and Human Services to publicly release specific records regarding agreements between the federal government and major drug manufacturers starting in 2025. This law mandates the disclosure of contracts that include provisions such as reduced drug prices based on international rates, direct-to-consumer sales discounts, duty exemptions, and special treatment for Medicare programs. While the bill allows for the redaction of confidential pricing details, it prohibits withholding information based on political sensitivity or reputational harm and requires a detailed justification for any redactions. Additionally, the act mandates reports to Congress and independent analysis from the Congressional Budget Office and the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the economic and budgetary impacts of these agreements.
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Maddy summaryThis bill, titled the "Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act," repeals two sections of the Internal Revenue Code. It eliminates Section 25F, which provides a tax credit for contributions made to scholarship granting organizations. Additionally, the bill repeals Section 139K, which allows certain educational assistance to be excluded from an individual's gross income. These changes primarily affect taxpayers who currently claim these credits or exclusions, and organizations involved in scholarship grants or providing educational assistance. The amendments generally take effect for taxable years ending after December 31, 2026.
Maddy summarySRES 627 is a Senate resolution designating March 5, 2026, as "National Slam the Scam Day" to raise public awareness about government imposter scams. It specifically targets scams where fraudsters impersonate agencies like the IRS, Social Security, or Medicare to steal money or personal information, disproportionately affecting older adults. The resolution encourages education through community groups, law enforcement, and financial institutions to help people recognize and report these scams, without creating new laws or regulations.
Maddy summaryThe Combating Illicit Xylazine Act places xylazine - a veterinary sedative increasingly found in illicit drug mixtures - into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, subjecting it to federal regulation as a controlled substance. It specifically allows veterinary use without requiring registration of the ultimate user (e.g., pet owners or veterinarians) if xylazine is dispensed by a registered veterinarian or pharmacy with a vet prescription and used for animals owned by the user, under their care, or in authorized animal programs. The bill provides a one-year delay for labeling and packaging requirements and a 60-day delay for registration and recordkeeping for veterinary use to ease implementation. Additionally, it adds xylazine to the Arcos tracking system for controlled substances and mandates two congressional reports on illicit use prevalence within 18 months and 4 years of enactment.
Maddy summaryThis joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities in Iran that occurred without a formal declaration of war or specific statutory authorization. The bill is based on Congress's constitutional authority to declare war and cites statements from current administration officials who have referred to the conflict as a war. While ordering troop withdrawal, the resolution allows the U.S. to continue defending against attacks, sharing intelligence, assisting allies, and evacuating American citizens. The measure applies expedited legislative procedures and does not prevent future military action if Congress provides explicit authorization.
Maddy summaryThis joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization. The bill asserts that Congress has not declared war on Iran or passed a specific authorization for military force, yet U.S. forces have conducted sustained offensive operations against Iranian military targets. While mandating the withdrawal of offensive forces, the measure allows the U.S. to continue defensive actions against attacks on American personnel, conduct intelligence gathering, and assist partner nations in intercepting retaliatory attacks. The legislation invokes expedited congressional procedures to ensure prompt consideration of the resolution.
Maddy summaryThe PEACE Act prohibits the United States from providing any federal funds or privileges to the Board of Peace, a newly designated international organization created by a January 2026 executive order. This legislation asserts that Congress must explicitly authorize and appropriate money for any international organization before the U.S. can participate or spend funds on it. The bill requires the President and relevant federal agencies to submit detailed reports within 15 to 60 days explaining how any previously obligated funds for the Board of Peace will be used and assessing its progress in advancing sustainable peace in Gaza. Additionally, the act bars the Board of Peace and its officials from receiving any diplomatic immunities or exemptions from U.S. law. By cutting off funding and privileges, the bill seeks to ensure that future U.S. participation in international organizations follows established congressional oversight and authorization procedures.
Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and service of United States Marine Corps veteran Nicholas Douglas Quets and expresses condolences to his family following his death. It acknowledges that Quets was killed in October 2024 when he was shot by armed criminals associated with the Sinaloa Cartel while driving in Sonora, Mexico. The bill condemns cartel violence and recognizes the broader threat these criminal organizations pose to regional stability and the safety of American citizens traveling abroad. It reaffirms the Senate's commitment to pursuing justice against transnational criminal organizations that endanger lives and undermine the rule of law.
Maddy summaryThis bill, the Nicholas Douglas Quets Border Travel Safety Act, requires the Department of Homeland Security to install and maintain warning signage at U.S.-Mexico land border ports of entry that alerts travelers to dangerous areas identified in State Department travel advisories. The signage will be placed on roadways near border crossings in both English and Spanish, include QR codes linking to safety information, and be updated annually to reflect current security risks. The legislation aims to improve traveler awareness of safety threats such as criminal activity and violence in regions near the border, following the tragic killing of Nicholas Quets in Sonora, Mexico. The bill also mandates reports to Congress on the program's implementation and effectiveness within one year of enactment.
Maddy summaryThis bill declares a cost-of-living emergency and establishes a 180-day federal initiative to address high prices for essential goods and services affecting average U.S. households. It creates a Cost-of-Living Commission in Congress to study and recommend long-term solutions, while simultaneously appointing six Special Advisors to the President to oversee specific areas like food, housing, utilities, healthcare, transportation, and wages. The legislation also mandates a new task force to enforce price gouging laws, requires agencies to assess how regulations impact household budgets, and directs the use of Defense Production Act authorities to increase domestic supply of basic necessities.