S 825 requires the Justice Department to develop a report within 150 days on programs providing evidence-based mental health care for public safety officers, including police, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 dispatchers. The report must outline how to deliver trauma-informed care, peer support, and family services through in-person or telehealth options, while ensuring confidentiality for officers seeking help. It also needs to detail administrative efficiency across states and territories, draft necessary grant conditions, and estimate annual funding needs. This bill does not fund programs but sets a framework for future action based on the high rates of PTSD and suicide among these frontline workers.
S 736, the Lieutenant Osvaldo Albarati Stopping Prison Contraband Act, amends federal law to increase penalties for providing prohibited items (like phones) to prison inmates. It adds a maximum 2-year prison term for knowingly supplying phones to inmates, specifically targeting violations related to phone trafficking. The bill also requires the Bureau of Prisons to review and update its policies within one year of enactment to better prevent inmate access to prohibited objects and enhance safety for both incarcerated individuals and staff. These changes directly affect prison staff, correctional facilities, and individuals involved in supplying contraband to inmates.
First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal to the First Rhode Island Regiment, collectively, in recognition of their dedicated service during the Revolutionary War.
This resolution congratulates students, families, educators, and leaders of public charter schools across the United States for their contributions to education and support of National Charter Schools Week in May 2026. It recognizes the growth of the charter school sector, noting that approximately 8,000 such schools serve over 3.7 million children and operate under specific accountability measures similar to traditional public schools. The Senate formally supports the ideals of the annual celebration and encourages communities to hold events to demonstrate backing for these institutions.
This bill requires the Secretary of State to develop a strategy encouraging foreign nations to jointly purchase defense equipment and services from the United States. The legislation mandates the government to identify lead buyers, address licensing challenges, and explore ways to speed up approval processes for these shared procurement efforts. Officials must submit regular reports to Congress every six months for three years, detailing the strategy's progress and any obstacles encountered. The policy aims to streamline how the U.S. sells defense articles to a lead nation who then distributes them to other allied partners under specific agreements.
This bill directs the Comptroller General of the United States to create and regularly update a "High Risk List" that identifies program areas where state and local governments face the greatest risks to the integrity of federally funded money. The list will analyze existing audit reports and public data to pinpoint specific administrative practices that lead to waste, fraud, or abuse, while also highlighting successful strategies that have improved fund management. Additionally, the report will outline available federal tools and resources to help address these vulnerabilities and offer recommendations to Congress on how to mitigate the identified risks. Ultimately, the legislation aims to enhance oversight of state-administered federal programs by providing a clear, evidence-based assessment of where the highest risks exist.
North Platte Canteen Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to recognize the individuals and communities that provided financial and other support for the North Platte Canteen in North Platte, Nebraska, during World War II.
This bill requires U.S. agencies to report on Russian and Chinese intelligence activities in Georgia within 180 days, including how their influence might intersect. It also mandates a 5-year U.S. strategy for Georgia relations, assessing funding priorities, Georgia’s commitment to Western trade ties, and whether the U.S. should maintain Georgia as a top aid recipient. The reports will inform U.S. policy decisions about support for Georgia, a key partner in the Caucasus region. Georgia is the direct focus as the recipient of U.S. aid and subject of the intelligence review.
The Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2025 allows federal employees to receive cash awards of up to $20,000 for identifying spending their agency's Chief Financial Officer determines is not required for its intended purpose. Employees report potential wasteful expenses to their agency's Chief Financial Officer, who verifies if the spending qualifies under the new definition (funds not needed for their original purpose). If approved, the agency head can award the employee, and agencies must publicly report on these disclosures and awards. The Office of Personnel Management will monitor compliance, and the Comptroller General will report on the program's operation every three years.
This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The bill aims to raise public awareness about post-traumatic stress among military members, veterans, and their families while working to reduce the stigma often associated with the condition. By highlighting the importance of education and treatment, the resolution encourages government agencies and the medical community to continue their efforts in addressing the mental health challenges faced by those who have served.
HR 2768, the Benton MacKaye National Scenic Trail Feasibility Study Act of 2025, requires the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study within one year of enactment to determine if the 287-mile Benton MacKaye Trail - which runs through Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina, traversing national forests, wilderness areas, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park - should be designated as a National Scenic Trail. The study must evaluate the trail’s suitability for this designation, considering its current use, maintenance, economic benefits to rural communities, and existing federal land management. This bill does not change the trail’s status but sets a process to assess its potential future designation under the National Trails System Act.
This Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Donald W. Riegle, Jr., a former U.S. Senator from Michigan who passed away in April 2026. The bill formally acknowledges his nearly three decades of public service, including his roles as a Representative and Senator, and highlights his significant contributions to legislation on banking, housing, and veterans' health. It also expresses the Senate's condolences to his family and directs officials to share the resolution with the House of Representatives and send a copy to Riegle's family. Finally, the Senate will stand in adjournment as a mark of respect for the former senator when the session concludes.
