Sen. Rick Scott

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola on its fifth anniversary. It honors the three service members killed (Ensign Joshua Watson, Petty Officer Mohammed Haitham, and Petty Officer Cameron Walters) and recognizes medals awarded to military personnel, law enforcement, and civilians who responded heroically during the attack. The resolution expresses gratitude for their actions and commends the Department of Defense’s security improvements at military installations. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.

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 summarySRES 914 is a symbolic Senate resolution expressing support for National Adoption Day (November 23, 2024) and National Adoption Month (November 2024). It promotes public awareness of children awaiting adoption in foster care, celebrates adoption families, and encourages Americans to support child safety and permanency. The resolution does not create new policies or alter existing laws; it is a non-binding statement of support. It directly affects public awareness and national recognition of adoption efforts, not specific individuals or programs.

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 summaryThe Stopping Political Discrimination in Disaster Assistance Act amends federal disaster aid law to prohibit discrimination based on political affiliation. This change adds "political affiliation" to the list of protected characteristics - alongside race, sex, religion, and economic status - in all disaster assistance programs under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief Act. It ensures individuals cannot be denied or delayed in receiving federal aid (such as FEMA assistance after natural disasters) due to their political views, party membership, or voting history. The bill applies directly to federal agencies administering disaster relief, requiring them to evaluate eligibility solely based on non-discriminatory factors.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SRES 874) formally honors the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series. The team achieved an undefeated record (8 wins, 0 losses) in the tournament, securing Florida's first-ever championship in the event's 77-year history. The Senate resolution specifically recognizes their victory over Taiwan's Asia-Pacific Region team in a 2-1 extra-inning championship game, highlighting their dedication and sportsmanship. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policy or affect any regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the Secure Rural Schools program, which provides payments to counties and states with federal land, through 2026. It also adjusts related deadlines for special projects on federal land and county fund expenditures, pushing them to 2028 and 2029 respectively. Additionally, the bill adds a pilot program allowing regional foresters to appoint resource advisory committee members, set to end on October 1, 2028. These changes maintain funding stability and administrative flexibility for rural communities dependent on federal land management.

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.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes "READY Accounts," a new type of tax-advantaged savings account for homeowners. Individuals can deduct up to $4,500 (adjusted for inflation) of annual contributions from their taxable income. Funds in these accounts can be withdrawn tax-free to pay for qualified disaster mitigation measures (like installing impact-resistant windows or reinforcing roofs) or recovery costs (repairing storm or fire damage not covered by insurance) for their principal residence. Withdrawals not used for these purposes become taxable income with an additional 20% tax penalty. The accounts must be established through a bank or approved trustee and can only be used for the homeowner's primary residence.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires federal agencies to report to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) when they revoke, suspend, replace, amend, or otherwise make rules ineffective. Agencies must submit reports including the rule's title, Federal Register citation, submission date, and details of the changes. The law applies directly to all federal agencies that issue regulations. It includes a sunset provision, ending the requirement six years after enactment (October 1, 2024). The goal is to improve transparency by creating a centralized, up-to-date record of regulatory changes for public access.