Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act or the HALT Fentanyl Act This act permanently places fentanyl-related substances as a class into schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. A schedule I controlled substance is a drug, substance, or chemical that has a high potential for abuse; has no currently accepted medical value; and is subject to regulatory controls and administrative, civil, and criminal penalties under the Controlled Substances Act. Under the act, offenses involving fentanyl-related substances are triggered by the same quantity thresholds and subject to the same penalties as offenses involving fentanyl analogues (e.g., offenses involving 100 grams or more trigger a 10-year mandatory minimum prison term). Additionally, the act establishes a new, alternative registration process for certain schedule I research. The act also makes several other changes to registration requirements for conducting research with controlled substances, including permitting a single registration for related research sites in certain circumstances, waiving the requirement for a new inspection in certain situations, and allowing a registered researcher to perform certain manufacturing activities with small quantities of a substance without obtaining a manufacturing registration. Finally, the act expresses the sense that Congress agrees with the interpretation of the Controlled Substances Act in United States v. McCray , a 2018 case decided by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York. In that case, the court held that butyryl fentanyl, a controlled substance, can be considered an analogue of fentanyl even though, under the Controlled Substances Act, the term controlled substance analogue specifically excludes a controlled substance.
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Maddy summarySRES 322 designates June 2025 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2025, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day" to raise public awareness about post-traumatic stress, particularly among veterans and military personnel. The resolution supports efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense to educate about symptoms, treatment, and stigma reduction, while encouraging cultural change and appropriate care. This symbolic gesture has no legal effect or funding implications but aims to reduce stigma and promote mental health support for those affected.
Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the minting of commemorative coins for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games and the 2034 Salt Lake City Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. It specifies four coin types ($5 gold, $1 silver, half-dollar, and proof silver $1) with defined quantities and designs reflecting U.S. athletic participation. A surcharge on each coin sale (e.g., $35 for $5 coins) funds the respective Olympic committees' legacy programs, including youth sports initiatives. The coins are legal tender but intended solely for commemoration, with surcharges directed to the organizing committees after covering minting costs.
Maddy summaryThis resolution expresses the U.S. Senate's support for designating July 10, 2025, as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. It honors journeyman lineworkers who maintain the nation’s power grid 24/7, restore electricity during disasters, and work in hazardous conditions. The resolution specifically recognizes the 129th anniversary of Henry Miller, the first president of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, who died while restoring power in 1901. The Senate encourages the public to observe this day to reflect on lineworkers’ contributions and sacrifices. (Note: This is a symbolic resolution with no legal force or funding impact.)
Maddy summaryThis bill requires adding a citizenship checkbox to the 2030 and future decennial censuses, asking respondents about their U.S. citizenship status for themselves and all household members. It mandates that the Census Bureau publicly release each state's total citizen and noncitizen population counts within 120 days after each census. The bill then changes how congressional representation is calculated by excluding noncitizens from the population numbers used to apportion House seats and electoral votes starting with the 2030 census. This directly affects how states' representation in Congress and the Electoral College is determined based on citizen population counts rather than total population.
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 summaryThe STOP CSAM Act of 2025 strengthens protections for child victims of sexual abuse and exploitation by expanding definitions of abuse to include psychological abuse and kidnapping, and by imposing new reporting requirements on internet service providers. The bill requires providers with over 1 million monthly users to report apparent child sexual abuse material to the CyberTipline within 60 days, with penalties for noncompliance including fines up to $1 million for large providers. It creates new civil remedies allowing victims to sue providers who host or promote child pornography, and establishes protections for "covered persons" (children under 18 who are victims or witnesses) by limiting public disclosure of their personal information. The bill also enhances law enforcement's ability to investigate online child exploitation while maintaining privacy safeguards for victims.
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 is a symbolic concurrent resolution (not a law), expressing congressional support for U.S. law enforcement officers. It highlights statistics on officer safety risks, traumatic incidents, and line-of-duty deaths, then calls for increased safety measures, resources, and mental health support - without mandating specific actions or funding. The resolution does not change policy or affect any individuals directly; it serves only to publicly affirm support. It was passed unanimously by the Senate on June 18, 2025.