Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis

Maddy summaryThe RISE Act of 2025 establishes a conditional liability shield for AI developers who provide clear transparency about their tools. It requires developers to publicly share "model cards" (technical summaries of AI capabilities and risks) and "model specifications" (system instructions) before deployment, plus clear usage guidelines for professionals. Developers gain immunity from civil lawsuits for AI errors when used by licensed professionals (like doctors or lawyers) in client services, provided they update these materials within 30 days of new versions or discovered flaws. The law takes effect December 1, 2025, and applies only to errors not caused by developer recklessness or fraud.

Maddy summaryThe TERMS Act (S 2010) requires online service providers (like social media platforms, apps, and websites requiring user accounts) to clearly disclose their acceptable use policies and provide advance written notice before restricting user accounts. Specifically, providers must explain prohibited actions, enforcement methods, appeal options, and how outside activities (e.g., social media posts) might lead to account restrictions. They must also publish annual reports detailing how many users were restricted, by what policy violation, and how many appeals succeeded. These requirements aim to increase transparency for users and promote informed choices about online services.

Maddy summaryS 1970, the MACV-SOG Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes a single Congressional Gold Medal to honor the service members of the Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG) who served during the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1972. The medal, to be presented by congressional leaders, recognizes MACV-SOG’s covert operations in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, including reconnaissance, sabotage, and rescue missions, and acknowledges the unit’s high sacrifice (over 1,500 personnel missing or killed). After presentation, the medal will be displayed at the Smithsonian Institution, with duplicate bronze medals available for sale to cover production costs. This bill is purely commemorative and does not create new policy or affect any current laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the U.S. Senate to approve any World Health Organization (WHO) pandemic preparedness agreement as a treaty, rather than allowing it to take effect through executive action. It directly affects the U.S. government’s ability to enter into international agreements on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response with the WHO. The bill explicitly deems any such agreement "a treaty" requiring Senate advice and consent under the U.S. Constitution (two-thirds approval). It responds to the WHO’s recent adoption of a pandemic agreement draft at the 78th World Health Assembly in May 2025, aiming to ensure Senate oversight for all future pandemic-related international commitments.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June as "Life Month" each year, recognizing the inherent dignity of all human life. It urges Congress to acknowledge that every life is a sacred gift and to commend organizations and individuals supporting pregnant mothers and families. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic statement affirming life as a fundamental right.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires lenders to include VA loan options in standard mortgage disclosures when discussing loan choices, alongside other options like FHA loans. It mandates adding a military service question to the Uniform Residential Loan Application form, positioned above the signature line. The change applies to all lenders using this standard form, ensuring veterans are identified early in the application process. The bill does not alter VA loan benefits but improves transparency about available options for military borrowers.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SRES 255) is a ceremonial Senate measure honoring former U.S. Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond of Missouri, who died on May 13, 2025. It recognizes his 40+ years of public service, including his roles as Missouri Governor (1973-1977, 1981-1985) and U.S. Senator (1987-2011). The resolution directs the Senate to adjourn briefly as a mark of respect and transmit a copy to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is purely commemorative.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1912) expands the Veterans Community Care Program to ensure veterans can access mental health and substance-use services in the community when they cannot get timely care through VA residential treatment programs. It requires community providers to meet state licensing and accreditation standards, prohibits the VA from denying care solely because community providers cannot meet wait-time standards, and mandates the VA to track and report on mental health care requests (including approvals, denials, and veteran preferences). The bill also ensures veterans can choose their preferred care option and prevents VA referrals from overriding timely community care access. These changes directly affect veterans seeking mental health services who face delays in VA programs, aiming to improve immediate access to critical care.

Maddy summaryThis bill (S 1889) repeals the expiration date ("sunset") of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, making those sanctions permanent. It directly affects U.S. sanctions policy toward Iran, keeping in place existing penalties for Iran's weapons programs, ballistic missile development, and support for terrorism. The key mechanism is amending Section 13 of the 1996 Act to remove the sunset provision and related language, ensuring the sanctions remain enforceable indefinitely. Congress states this policy is necessary due to Iran's acquisition of weapons and support for proxies threatening U.S. allies.

Maddy summaryS 1911 establishes a new 15-member Panel of Health Advisors within the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The panel, appointed by congressional leaders and the CBO director, provides expert advice to improve the CBO's analysis of health policy, cost estimates, and models. It must meet annually, issue an annual report detailing its work and recommendations, and publish this report online. This procedural bill affects only the CBO's internal processes, with no direct impact on public policy, health care recipients, or legislative outcomes.