Sen. Jeanne Shaheen

Maddy summarySJRES 71 is a joint resolution that would terminate the national emergency declared by the President on January 20, 2025, regarding energy. This emergency was established under Executive Order 14156 and the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). The resolution directly ends the legal authority enabling the executive branch to use emergency powers for energy-related policies, without altering existing energy laws or creating new regulations. It affects only the executive branch's emergency designation, not public policy or private entities.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SRES 442) formally condemns recent Russian military incursions into NATO member countries' airspace, citing specific incidents in Poland, Romania, and Estonia during September 2025. It also condemns Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine and its refusal to negotiate an end to the war. The resolution reaffirms NATO's Article 5 commitment to collective defense, emphasizing that attacks on any member are considered attacks on all. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but expresses the Senate's support for NATO allies facing these threats.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the expiration date for cybersecurity information sharing authorities under the 2015 law from September 30, 2025, to September 30, 2035. It directly affects organizations and government entities that share cybersecurity threat information under the existing framework. The key provision amends Section 111(a) of the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 to update the deadline, with retroactive effect starting October 1, 2025. The bill also updates the law's title to "Protecting America from Cyber Threats Act" for consistency.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the week of October 5-11, 2025, as "National Community Policing Week" to recognize the role of community policing in building trust between law enforcement and communities. It does not create new laws or allocate funds; instead, it formally acknowledges community policing as a strategy for improving public safety and relationships. The resolution encourages communities, law enforcement agencies, and officials to focus on strengthening trust and collaboration through community policing efforts. It is a symbolic gesture with no direct impact on policy or affected individuals.

Maddy summarySRES 434 is a resolution expressing the U.S. Senate's support for designating October 5-11, 2025, as "National 4-H Week." It recognizes the 4-H youth development program - which serves nearly 6 million young people nationwide through hands-on learning in health, science, and leadership - as a key initiative of the Cooperative Extension System and the Department of Agriculture. The resolution does not create new laws or impose requirements but symbolically acknowledges 4-H's role in empowering youth with leadership skills and community engagement opportunities.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows federal contractors, their employees, and certain federal grant recipients or District of Columbia government workers affected by government shutdowns to withdraw up to $30,000 (adjusted for inflation) from retirement plans without the usual 10% early withdrawal penalty. Withdrawals must be repaid within three years to avoid tax consequences, and the withdrawn amount is spread over three years for tax purposes. It specifically applies during periods of federal appropriations lapses (at least two weeks) when workers face unpaid leave or reduced pay. The bill modifies tax rules to treat these distributions as eligible for penalty-free access under defined circumstances.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires federal agencies to adjust contract prices for contractors affected by government funding lapses (like shutdowns), ensuring contractors can cover costs for employees who were furloughed, laid off, or had reduced hours. It mandates that contractors receive reimbursement for paying employees at their standard rate during the lapse or restoring paid leave used instead of work. The reimbursement is capped at $1,442 per week (pro-rated for part-time workers), and contractors must provide proof of costs to the agency. Agencies must report to Congress within a year on how many contractor employees were impacted and how compensation was handled.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides emergency financial relief for federal employees affected by government shutdowns. It allows workers on furlough or working without pay during a shutdown lasting at least two weeks to withdraw up to $30,000 (adjusted annually for inflation) from their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) retirement accounts without the usual 10% tax penalty. The bill also prevents missed TSP loan payments during shutdowns from being treated as taxable distributions, protecting employees from unexpected tax bills. These provisions apply to withdrawals and loan payments made after September 30, 2025, directly supporting federal workers facing income disruption during funding lapses.

Maddy summarySRES 428 is a Senate resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, 2025. It formally acknowledges the cultural heritage, historical contributions, and economic impact of Latino communities across the United States. The resolution urges all Americans to observe the month through programs and activities celebrating Latino achievements. It does not create new laws, funding, or obligations but serves as a symbolic recognition of Latino contributions to U.S. society.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2943, the ACE Veterans Act) requires the VA to allow veterans enrolled in its healthcare system to receive a full-year supply of prescribed contraceptive pills, patches, rings, or other approved contraceptive products instead of monthly refills. It directly affects veterans prescribed these products who are enrolled in VA care, ensuring they can access a year’s supply with a single prescription. Medical providers must inform veterans about this option, and the bill defines "contraceptive product" broadly to include FDA-approved methods for pregnancy prevention. The change aims to improve access and convenience for veterans managing contraceptive needs within VA healthcare.