Sen. Tim Sheehy

Maddy summaryThe Safety Funding Parity Adjustment Act of 2025 requires the Transportation Secretary to adjust federal highway safety funding between two specific programs before distributing funds each fiscal year. If the increase in funding for Program A (section 402) is not at least four times the increase for Program B (section 405), funds must be transferred from Program B to Program A to achieve that 4:1 ratio. This mechanism ensures Program A receives a disproportionately larger funding boost relative to Program B when their increases don't meet the 4:1 threshold. The bill directly affects how federal highway safety funds are allocated to states and local governments through these two programs. It takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies a federal rail funding rule to specifically exempt long-distance passenger rail corridors from requiring consideration of non-Federal funding commitments. It directly affects long-distance intercity rail routes by removing a requirement that previously forced the Secretary to factor in promised non-Federal funds when selecting corridors. The key provision adds an exception stating the Secretary "shall not consider committed or anticipated non-Federal funding" for these corridors during selection. This change simplifies the corridor selection process for long-distance routes by eliminating a specific funding-related hurdle. The bill does not alter funding levels or create new programs, only changing the criteria used in the selection process.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution (SRES 403) expresses support for designating October 14, 2025, as a "National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk." It recognizes Charlie Kirk as the founder of Turning Point USA and a advocate for free speech, civic education, and constitutional principles, noting his death on September 10, 2025. The resolution encourages educational institutions and civic organizations to observe this day with activities promoting the values Kirk championed, such as liberty and democracy. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes additional funding for Amtrak to maintain its existing long-distance rail routes (such as the California Zephyr or Empire Builder) as defined by federal law. It directly affects Amtrak's operations and passengers relying on these specific routes, ensuring continued service without route reductions. The key provision simply provides the necessary federal funding to support these services, preventing potential service cuts due to budget constraints. The bill does not create new policies or alter route structures, only securing financial support for current operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill streamlines reporting requirements for state highway safety programs. It directs the Transportation Secretary to revise rules so that a triennial management review by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) can satisfy all documentation needs for a state's triennial highway safety plan submission during the same review period. This eliminates duplicate paperwork for states, as they will no longer need to submit separate reports for the same safety plan cycle. The change directly affects all states that submit highway safety plans under federal law.

Maddy summaryS 2900 establishes a 3-year pilot program to integrate real-time weather hazard alerts from the National Weather Service with active work zone location and status data. The program, run by the Secretary of Transportation with coordination from weather and transportation agencies, will test technical protocols in at least five participating states (including one rural state) to improve roadway safety. It aims to evaluate the feasibility and safety impacts of nationwide deployment of such integrated alert systems, with a report due to Congress within three years. This pilot does not create new regulations but focuses on developing data-sharing protocols for drivers and state transportation departments.

Maddy summaryThe CHOICE Act creates a new type of employer-funded health benefit called a "CHOICE arrangement," allowing small employers to reimburse employees for individual health insurance costs. It directly affects small businesses (not large employers under ACA rules) and their employees who choose individual marketplace coverage or specific government health programs. Key provisions include employer tax credits ($100/month for the first year, $50/month for the second year per employee), strict rules to prevent discrimination in plan access, and requirements for employees to maintain qualifying health coverage. The law takes effect for plan years beginning after December 31, 2025, providing a new option for small employers to offer health benefits without traditional group plans.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows states to use federal highway safety funds for specific work zone safety improvements. It authorizes states to fund law enforcement patrols, driver education modules, safety technologies (like alert systems), worker training programs, and crash data collection in work zones. States must prioritize assistance for Tribal governments and rural areas when implementing these measures. The bill also requires a GAO study within two years to evaluate the effectiveness of work zone safety programs, including those funded under this law.

Maddy summaryS 2907, the Chloe Cole Act, prohibits health care professionals, hospitals, or clinics from performing "chemical or surgical mutilation" on minors under 18. This includes using puberty blockers, sex hormones, or surgeries intended to alter a child's body to align with a gender identity different from their sex assigned at birth. The law creates a private right of action, allowing victims or their guardians to sue providers in federal court for damages - including emotional distress and punitive damages - unless the treatment qualifies under specific exceptions (e.g., medically necessary care for disorders of sexual development, injuries, or detransition). It explicitly excludes counseling, referrals, or discussions of treatment options from liability, and sets a 25-year statute of limitations for lawsuits starting from the victim’s 18th birthday.

Maddy summaryThis bill mandates a joint study by the Comptroller General and the Transportation Secretary to examine weather-related safety gaps in surface transportation (roads, highways, etc.). The study will evaluate federal programs, state/local practices, emergency response, technology barriers, and cost-benefit analyses related to weather impacts on transportation safety. It specifically assesses whether current efforts reduce crashes, reach rural areas, and support real-time traveler alerts. The study must be completed within two years of enactment, with findings and recommendations reported to Congress. This is a procedural study bill focused on identifying gaps, not implementing new policies.