Sen. Jeanne Shaheen

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the U.S. Treasury to mint and sell commemorative coins honoring the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. It specifies three coin types: $5 gold coins (max 100,000), $1 silver coins (max 500,000), and half-dollar coins (max 750,000), all with designs reflecting soccer and the World Cup. A surcharge is added to each coin sale ($35 for $5 coins, $10 for $1 coins, $5 for half-dollars), with all surcharge revenue going directly to FWC2026 US, Inc. to fund U.S. soccer programs, particularly youth initiatives and underserved communities. The coins may only be sold during 2026 and must cover all costs to avoid government expense.

Maddy summaryThe DISPOSE Act authorizes the U.S. State Department, in coordination with Defense and Justice, to fund the destruction of seized drug precursor chemicals in Colombia, Mexico, and Peru. It requires an implementation plan with specific timelines, budget projections, and measurable benchmarks to clear chemical backlogs, prevent re-entry into drug production, and ensure environmentally safe disposal. The plan must include annual progress reports to Congress detailing destroyed chemicals and program outcomes. Funding comes from existing International Narcotics Control programs, with no new appropriations needed.

Maddy summarySRES 645 is a ceremonial Senate resolution designating April 20-28, 2024, as "National Park Week." It does not create new laws or affect any group directly; instead, it formally recognizes this week to highlight the National Park System. The resolution encourages the public to responsibly visit, experience, and support national parks, referencing the system’s history, visitor statistics (325 million visits in 2023), and economic impact ($50.3 billion in 2022). As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect but serves to promote awareness of national parks.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a 5-year pilot program (2026-2030, extendable to 2032) to improve child care access for military families. It directs the Department of Defense to create 12 partnerships with child care providers near military installations across all branches (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, and joint bases), aiming to increase available child care slots, support provider workforce development, and provide professional training. Partners must guarantee they won’t reduce care for non-military families or build new facilities. The program requires regular reporting to Congress on progress, including data on slots served (including for infants, rural communities, and children with disabilities) and impacts on community child care availability.

Maddy summaryThis bill permanently extends the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program, which incentivizes private investment in low-income communities. It modifies the tax code to keep the credit available indefinitely (replacing the previous 2020-2025 timeframe) and adds automatic annual inflation adjustments to the credit amount. The extension specifically benefits community development financial institutions (CDFIs) and investors who make qualified equity investments in designated low-income areas. It also provides relief from the alternative minimum tax for credits tied to investments made after December 2022.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SRES 638) calls on the Taliban to immediately release Ryan Corbett, a U.S. citizen wrongfully detained since August 2022 while visiting Afghanistan for business. It condemns the Taliban's detention of Corbett - held in a small cell under poor conditions without charges - and urges U.S. officials to prioritize his release. The resolution also demands the Taliban stop detaining Americans for political gain and calls for the release of other U.S. citizens wrongfully held in Afghanistan. As a symbolic congressional action, it does not create new law but expresses formal support for Corbett and his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends federal law to clarify how states collect boating-related fees. It requires states to collect specific fees for search and rescue operations, boating safety programs, and efforts to address aquatic invasive species. These fees can be collected alongside existing state boating registration or licensing fees. The bill directly affects states that issue boating licenses or registrations, as it changes the permitted fee structure for those programs. It does not create new fees but specifies which existing fee categories must be included.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires random assignment of certain civil cases challenging laws to a district court judge, rather than allowing parties to strategically choose courts. It directly affects individuals or groups filing lawsuits seeking nationwide challenges to federal laws or statewide challenges to state laws. The key provision mandates that cases asking courts to block, invalidate, or order enforcement of laws (including regulations or agency policies) must be randomly assigned to a judge in the filing district. This aims to prevent "judge shopping" by eliminating the ability to select a court based on perceived judicial bias. The rule applies to both federal and state law challenges filed in district courts.

Maddy summaryS 3787, the Right Start Child Care and Education Act of 2024, increases tax incentives for employers providing child care and for child care workers. It raises the employer child care credit from 25% to 50% of expenses (and resource/referral costs from 10% to 20%), with a new $600,000 cap for small businesses. The bill also creates a new $4,000 annual tax credit for child care workers with early childhood degrees who work at licensed facilities, and $2,500 for others meeting specific service requirements. These changes apply to tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Maddy summaryThis symbolic Senate resolution (SRES 630) celebrates NATO's 75th anniversary and affirms U.S. support for the alliance. It recognizes NATO's historical role in collective security, highlights the recent additions of Finland and Sweden, and emphasizes the importance of all members meeting the 2% GDP defense spending target. The resolution does not create new laws or funding requirements; it is a non-binding statement expressing support and urging NATO members to fulfill existing commitments. It directly addresses NATO member nations and the U.S. Senate's stance on alliance priorities.