Sen. Eric Schmitt

Maddy summaryThe REMIT Act imposes a 15% excise tax on international money transfers (remittances) sent by non-U.S. citizens or through non-qualified providers. Senders pay the tax, which remittance providers collect and remit to the IRS quarterly. U.S. citizens/nationals sending money through "qualified providers" (those with IRS agreements verifying sender status) are exempt from the tax and can claim a refundable tax credit for amounts paid. The law requires providers to report transfer details to the IRS and mandates senders provide Social Security numbers to claim the credit, with all provisions effective after 2025.

Maddy summaryS 1989, the Helping Communities with Better Support Act, expands Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) waivers to cover more people with disabilities who previously lacked eligibility under existing rules. It allows states to approve waivers covering HCBS for individuals meeting disability definitions under the ADA or Rehabilitation Act, provided states demonstrate no impact on wait times for current beneficiaries and report detailed data on applicant waitlists and service delivery. Key provisions require states to publicly share transparency metrics starting in 2028, including average wait times for services, fulfillment rates of authorized hours, and how services differ for newly covered individuals. The bill directly affects states administering Medicaid waivers and people with disabilities seeking home care services, aiming to improve access while increasing accountability through standardized reporting.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Defense Technology Hubs Program, requiring the Secretary of Defense to create 10 regional hubs by 2028. These hubs - formed by partnerships of universities, defense contractors, small businesses, and state/local governments - will focus on accelerating development of defense technologies like AI, quantum computing, and hypersonics. The program authorizes $375 million (2026-2030) for grants, with hubs using funds for research, prototyping, and workforce training while complying with security rules like export controls (ITAR/EAR) and cybersecurity standards. It prioritizes geographic diversity and aims to strengthen collaboration between defense agencies, industry, and academic institutions to boost national security innovation.

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 resolution honors Natalie and Davy Lloyd, who were killed while serving as missionaries in Haiti with Missions in Haiti, and expresses condolences to their family. It recognizes their work caring for Haitian children through an orphanage, their marriage in Missouri, and their dedication to missionary service before their deaths in May 2024. The Senate formally extends heartfelt condolences and commemorates their legacy of service.

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 summarySRES 253 is a ceremonial Senate resolution congratulating Pope Leo XIV on his election as Pope, recognizing him as the first U.S. citizen elected to the papacy. The resolution highlights his global role in promoting peace, justice, and interfaith dialogue, and expresses hope for continued strong U.S.-Holy See relations based on shared values. It does not create policy changes or affect any specific group, as it is a symbolic gesture of goodwill. The resolution was introduced by multiple senators and unanimously adopted by the Senate on May 22, 2025.

Maddy summaryThe Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025 amends the law governing deposits into the Crime Victims Fund, adding two new sources: funds from declined criminal prosecutions (without conviction) and certain False Claims Act recoveries (from 2025 through 2030). It specifically excludes two types of False Claims Act funds from these deposits: payments to whistleblowers (qui tam plaintiffs) and reimbursements for government fraud damages. This bill directly affects the Crime Victims Fund, which provides support to victims of crime, and adjusts how federal agencies handle False Claims Act cases. The changes aim to modify the fund's funding sources without altering the False Claims Act itself.

Maddy summaryS 1827, the "Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act," creates a new mandatory removal process for certain non-citizens. It targets individuals who are criminal gang members, members/supporters of designated foreign terrorist organizations, or convicted of specific serious crimes - including felonies, assaults on vulnerable groups (like children or seniors), sexual offenses, domestic violence, or crimes against children. The bill requires faster removal proceedings and prohibits these individuals from seeking "withholding of removal" (a protection from deportation to certain countries). It explicitly excludes children under 16, pregnant women, people with severe disabilities, and those over 65 from being considered "vulnerable groups" in the context of this removal process.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the U.S. government's authority to quickly remove non-citizens without a full hearing. It directly affects individuals deemed inadmissible under specific immigration categories (like visa violations or health-related issues under Section 212(a)(6) or (7)). Key provisions include replacing "Attorney General" with "Secretary of Homeland Security" in removal procedures, raising the evidence standard from "significant possibility" to "clear and convincing evidence," and granting the Secretary broad, unreviewable discretion to apply expedited removal to more cases. The changes streamline removal processes for certain non-citizens without judicial review, shifting authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security.