Sen. Robert Menendez

No Tax Breaks for Union Busting (NTBUB) Act This bill denies employers a tax deduction for any expenditures incurred for attempting to influence their employees with respect to labor organizations or labor organization activities, such as elections, labor disputes, and collective actions. The bill requires employers to report on their attempts to influence their employees with respect to labor organizations and their activities.

NAPA Reauthorization Act This bill extends through 2035 and makes other changes to the National Alzheimer's Project. This project supports coordination of federal planning, programs, and other efforts to address Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. In particular, the bill incorporates a focus on promoting healthy aging and reducing risk factors associated with cognitive decline. The bill also expands the membership of the Advisory Council on Alzheimer's Research, Care, and Services to include (1) a researcher with experience recruiting and retaining diverse clinical trial participants, (2) an individual diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and (3) representatives from additional federal agencies (e.g., the Department of Justice and the Office of Management and Budget).

This resolution expresses that the Senate (1) remains committed to the Cambodian people and their aspirations for a more peaceful, prosperous, democratic, and sovereign country as envisioned in the agreements signed at the Paris Conference on Cambodia on October 23, 1991 (commonly referred to as the Paris Peace Agreements), with the support of the international community; and (2) calls upon all signatories of the Paris Peace Agreements, including Cambodian stakeholders, to reaffirm their commitments under the agreements.

Maddy summarySRES 122 is a non-binding Senate resolution reaffirming U.S. commitment to key alliances and partnerships, including NATO, Japan, South Korea, Australia, the Philippines, and other Indo-Pacific partners. It emphasizes the strategic importance of these relationships for global security, economic prosperity, and upholding democratic values, while urging equitable burden-sharing and strengthened defense cooperation. The resolution does not create new laws or alter existing policies - it formally expresses congressional support for maintaining and enhancing these alliances. It specifically highlights commitments like the U.S.-Japan security treaty and NATO's role, without imposing any new requirements on the executive branch.

Workplace Violence Prevention for Health Care and Social Service Workers Act This bill requires the Department of Labor to address workplace violence in health care, social service, and other sectors. Specifically, Labor must issue an interim occupational safety and health standard that requires certain employers to take actions to protect workers and other personnel from workplace violence. The standard applies to employers in the health care sector, in the social service sector, and in sectors that conduct activities similar to those in the health care and social service sectors. In addition, Labor must promulgate a final standard within a specified time line.

This resolution expresses that the Senate has heard of the death of the Honorable Orrin G. Hatch, former U.S. Senator for the state of Utah. The resolution also expresses that the Senate honors the life and legacy of the late Senator Hatch for his unwavering dedication to Utah as a Senator and a public servant and accomplishments in legislating with principle and dedication for the good of the people of the United States. The resolution states when the Senate adjourns today, it stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Hatch.

This resolution expresses support for the 10-member Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and welcomes its representatives from the governments of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States. It urges the United States-ASEAN Special Summit, scheduled for May 12 and 13, 2022, to prioritize democracy, good governance, rule of law, and human rights. The resolution calls on ASEAN to reaffirm its commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of Ukraine and for an immediate cease fire and the withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukraine. Finally, the resolution encourages the President to communicate to ASEAN leaders the importance of promoting the rule of law, strengthening civil society, and protecting human rights.

Maddy summarySRES 618 is a symbolic Senate resolution recognizing April 30, 2022, as "El Día de los Niños-Celebrating Young Americans." It highlights the importance of children and adolescents, particularly noting that Hispanic youth represent a significant portion of the U.S. population under 18. The resolution encourages communities to hold low-cost, inclusive events - such as family-centered activities and cultural exchanges - to support children's well-being and future contributions, without creating new legal obligations or affecting any specific group.

Maddy summarySRES 622 is a symbolic Senate resolution recognizing Cinco de Mayo's cultural and historical significance, specifically commemorating Mexico's 1862 Battle of Puebla victory over French forces. It highlights the holiday's meaning for Mexican and Mexican-American communities, emphasizing themes of independence, self-determination, and cultural ties between Mexico and the U.S. The resolution encourages Americans to observe Cinco de Mayo through ceremonies and activities but does not create new laws or change policies. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect and directly affects no individuals or groups through legislative action.

This resolution specifies that the United States should (1) encourage all parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) to comply with it fully; (2) pursue a verifiable and comprehensive arms control agreement with Russia and China on strategic and nonstrategic nuclear weapons capabilities; and (3) advance critical U.S. security partnerships like the one among Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States (commonly known as AUKUS) to provide Australia with naval nuclear propulsion technology to better deter against military aggression in the Indo-Pacific. The resolution also encourages the President to work with other parties to the NPT to (1) strengthen compliance and enforcement mechanisms, and (2) develop collective responses in the UN Security Council and in any other relevant multilateral forums to any notification of withdrawal from the NPT.