Sen. John Fetterman

Maddy summaryThis bill reauthorizes $500 million annually for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) program during fiscal years 2027 through 2031. It directly affects the federal program responsible for cleaning up and protecting the Great Lakes ecosystem, including addressing pollution, invasive species, and habitat restoration. The key provision adds a specific, multi-year funding level to the existing law, ensuring consistent financial support for ongoing restoration projects in the Great Lakes region.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to specifically address certain 9/11-related claimants. It creates an exception for "Havlish Settling Judgment Creditors" - plaintiffs or estates with valid 9/11 claims identified in a 2014 New York court case (In re 650 Fifth Avenue) - ensuring they receive funds previously withheld from distribution. The bill mandates releasing all escrowed funds allocated to these creditors and makes them eligible for future payment rounds alongside other claimants. It directly affects individuals or estates involved in the specified 2014 court settlement with 9/11-related claims.

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 summaryThis bill designates the United States Postal Service facility at 1765 Camp Hill Bypass in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, as the "John Charles Traub Post Office." It updates all official federal references - including laws, maps, and documents - to use this new name for the building. The bill does not change postal services, funding, or operations but formally renames the existing post office location. This type of naming resolution affects only the building's official designation and administrative records.

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 summarySRES 901 is a non-binding Senate resolution supporting Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence against transgender people in the U.S. It memorializes 38 transgender individuals, including transgender women of color, who were killed between October 2023 and September 2024. The resolution affirms the need for solutions to this violence while upholding the dignity of all transgender people. As a symbolic measure, it does not enact new policies or laws.

Maddy summarySRES 888 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring the late James Ralph Sasser, a former U.S. Senator from Tennessee (served 1976-1993). It formally expresses the Senate’s "profound sorrow" over his death and requests the Secretary of the Senate transmit the resolution to his family. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any individuals or entities - it is solely a commemorative gesture. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the awarding of a Congressional Gold Medal to tennis legend Billie Jean King in recognition of her lifelong advocacy for gender equality in sports and society. The legislation specifically acknowledges her pivotal role in advancing women's rights, including her work leading to the passage of Title IX and her efforts to establish equal prize money in tennis. Under the bill, the Secretary of the Treasury would strike a gold medal featuring an image and inscription of Billie Jean King, with bronze duplicates available for sale to cover costs. The medal would be presented by congressional leaders as a formal recognition of her contributions to American society. This is a commemorative honor, not a policy that creates new legal requirements or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the United States Army Dustoff crews who served during the Vietnam War, recognizing their life-saving medical evacuations. The medal, to be designed by the Secretary of the Treasury in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, will be displayed at the U.S. Army Medical Department Museum. The bill honors the approximately 900,000 wounded personnel these crews transported over the course of the Vietnam War, including U.S., South Vietnamese, and allied forces, who relied on their rapid medical evacuation services.

Maddy summarySRES 856 is a non-binding Senate resolution designating October 2024 as Filipino American History Month. It formally recognizes and celebrates the historical contributions, culture, and achievements of Filipino Americans to the United States, including their roles in military service, healthcare, labor movements, and other fields. The resolution urges the American public to observe the month with educational programs and activities to honor this community's legacy. This follows Congress's 2009 recognition of Filipino American History Month (S. Res. 298) and aligns with ongoing efforts to highlight overlooked histories.