Sen. Roger F. Wicker

Maddy summarySRES 307 is a non-binding Senate resolution expressing support for U.S. and Israeli military strikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities on June 21, 2025 (Operation Midnight Hammer). It states the Senate opposes Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and commends the military actions taken to degrade Iran's nuclear program. The resolution does not create new laws, impose requirements, or directly affect any individuals or entities. It serves solely as a symbolic expression of congressional backing for the strikes, referencing specific operations and Iran's nuclear activities as context.

Maddy summaryS 2184 designates July 11 as the National Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide, requiring all U.S. federal, state, and local entities to recognize this day. The bill directs the U.S. government to honor the more than 8,000 Bosniak men and boys killed in the 1995 Srebrenica massacre by encouraging educational efforts, condemning genocide denial, and supporting reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It specifically references the International Criminal Tribunal’s recognition of the event as genocide and aims to counter ongoing denial by political leaders in Bosnia and Serbia. The bill does not alter existing laws or create new programs but establishes a formal day for remembrance and education.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 19, 2025, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day" to commemorate June 19, 1865 - the date Union troops in Galveston, Texas, delivered news of emancipation to enslaved people in the Southwest, months after the Civil War ended. It recognizes the historical significance of this date, when news of the end of slavery finally reached enslaved people in Texas. The resolution supports nationwide observance of Juneteenth to honor the emancipation of enslaved people and reflect on U.S. history. It does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges this date as part of the nation's heritage.

Maddy summarySRES 295 is a ceremonial resolution designating the week of June 23-29, 2025, as "National Women's Sports Week" to commemorate the anniversary of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The resolution aims to celebrate the expansion of women’s athletic opportunities since Title IX’s enactment, which prohibits sex discrimination in education programs. It urges supporting programs that honor female athletes, coaches, and parents, while emphasizing the importance of single-sex sports competitions. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic observance.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the week of May 18-24, 2025, as "National Public Works Week" to recognize the work of public works professionals. It highlights their daily contributions to maintaining critical infrastructure like transportation systems, water facilities, sanitation, and public buildings across federal, state, local, and private sectors. The resolution urges communities and individuals to participate in activities honoring these professionals for their role in supporting public health, safety, and community well-being. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding effect on policy or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SRES 284) designates June 10, 2025, as "DACOR Bacon House Bicentennial Day" to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the construction of the DACOR Bacon House in Washington, D.C. The resolution recognizes the historic significance of the building - listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1973 - as a site tied to U.S. diplomacy, the Supreme Court, and Congress, and acknowledges the preservation efforts of the DACOR Bacon House Foundation and the Diplomatic and Consular Officers, Retired (DACOR) organization. It is a ceremonial designation with no binding legal effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts how credit bureaus share consumer credit reports during mortgage applications. It limits sharing with third parties unless the request is for a firm mortgage offer or the recipient is the loan originator, servicer, or a bank holding the consumer's account. The law directly affects consumers (by limiting data sharing), credit bureaus (requiring new compliance), and mortgage lenders/banks (with restricted access). Key provisions require explicit consumer authorization for sharing and prevent broad data use during prescreening for home loans.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance to state Medicaid programs, CHIPs, and Indian health programs within 12 months of enactment. The guidance focuses on improving syphilis screening for pregnant women (including third trimester and delivery testing), expanding treatment access, educating medical providers and patients, and integrating telehealth services. It directly affects states administering Medicaid/CHIP programs, Indian Health Service, tribes, and urban Indian health organizations by setting best practices for preventing congenital syphilis. The bill mandates a report to Congress within two years analyzing how states implement these guidance recommendations.

Maddy summaryS 1969, the AFIDA Improvements Act of 2025, updates rules for foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land. It requires foreign individuals or entities owning at least 1% of agricultural land (directly or through multiple entities) to report ownership details to the USDA, directly affecting foreign landowners. Key mechanisms include creating new enforcement duties for the Farm Production and Conservation Business Center (FPAC-BC) to verify reports and ensure compliance, and mandating USDA to coordinate with the Committee on Foreign Investment (CFIUS) on shared data. The bill also requires updating the USDA's Foreign Investment Disclosure handbook based on a 2024 GAO report and analyzing an electronic reporting system for faster data collection.

Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 This bill expands Medicare coverage of intensive behavioral therapy for obesity. Specifically, the bill allows coverage for therapy that is provided by (1) a physician who is not a primary care physician; or (2) other health care providers (e.g., physician assistants and nurse practitioners) and approved counseling programs, if provided upon a referral from, and in coordination with, a physician or primary care practitioner. Currently, such therapy is covered only if provided by a primary care practitioner. The bill also allows coverage under Medicare's prescription drug benefit of drugs used for the treatment of obesity or for weight loss management for individuals who are overweight.