Sen. Markwayne Mullin

Maddy summarySRES 797 designates August 16, 2024, as National Airborne Day to honor the history and contributions of U.S. airborne forces, commemorating the first official U.S. Army parachute jump on August 16, 1940. The resolution calls on the American public to observe the day with ceremonies and activities recognizing airborne forces' legacy in military operations from World War II through modern conflicts. This is a symbolic, non-binding designation with no direct legal or financial impact on specific groups.

Maddy summarySRES 800 is a symbolic Senate resolution introduced on August 1, 2024, by a bipartisan group of senators. It condemns the July 13, 2024, attempted assassination of Donald J. Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania, rally and honors three individuals affected: Corey D. Comperatore (who died shielding his family), David Dutch (critically injured), and James Copenhaver (critically injured). The resolution calls for national unity and civility following the violent incident. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but expresses the Senate's stance on the event.

Maddy summarySRES 787 is a ceremonial Senate resolution congratulating the University of Oklahoma softball team on winning the 2024 Women's College World Series, securing their eighth national championship and fourth consecutive title. It highlights the team's achievements, including Coach Patty Gasso's 1,500th NCAA win, record attendance at their new stadium, and multiple All-American honors for players. This resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it solely expresses the Senate's appreciation for the team's excellence and representation of the University of Oklahoma. It does not affect any individuals, programs, or policies.

Maddy summarySJRES 104 is a joint resolution seeking congressional disapproval of a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) rule that established new fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars (for model years 2027 and beyond) and heavy-duty trucks (for model years 2030 and beyond). The rule, published in the Federal Register on June 24, 2024, would have required automakers to meet stricter emissions targets. If passed, the resolution would block the rule from taking effect, preserving current fuel economy standards. Introduced by multiple senators on July 30, 2024, it follows the congressional review process under Title 5, U.S. Code.

Maddy summaryThe Small Businesses before Bureaucrats Act increases the dollar threshold the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) uses to decide whether to handle labor disputes. For 2024, the threshold will be set at 10 times the previous year's level, and for future years, it will adjust annually using an inflation index based on personal consumption spending. This means the NLRB will automatically decline jurisdiction over labor disputes involving small businesses with dollar amounts below the new threshold, shifting such cases to state or other forums. The bill requires the Bureau of Economic Analysis to publish an annual inflation index starting in 2025 to calculate future thresholds. The law applies to all NLRB decisions made after its enactment date.

Maddy summarySRES 765 is a Senate resolution honoring the late Senator James M. Inhofe of Oklahoma following his death on July 9, 2024. The resolution commemorates his 28-year Senate service (1994-2023) and 52 years in public office, highlighting his work on defense policy, aviation legislation, infrastructure projects, and support for military bases in Oklahoma. This procedural resolution expresses the Senate's condolences and formally recognizes his legacy, rather than enacting any policy changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes Congress to award a single Congressional Gold Medal to Jens Stoltenberg, former Secretary General of NATO, recognizing his leadership during his nine-year tenure. It directs the Treasury to strike the medal and allows for the sale of bronze duplicates to cover costs. The medal honors Stoltenberg's role in strengthening NATO's defense spending, enlargement, and unity - particularly during Russia's invasion of Ukraine - though the bill itself creates no new policy or obligations. The award is purely ceremonial and affects only Stoltenberg as the recipient.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Federal Power Act to enhance security for defense-related energy infrastructure. It updates definitions to apply uniformly across all states (replacing outdated references to "48 contiguous States") and adopts a standard definition of "resilience" from existing energy law. The key provision (new subsection (g)) authorizes the Secretary of Energy to fund contracts with energy providers to improve security and reduce vulnerabilities at designated defense facilities. It directly affects military installations reliant on electricity and energy companies potentially awarded these contracts. The bill creates a new federal program to strengthen the energy supply chain for national defense.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends federal firearms laws to simplify interstate transactions. It allows licensed dealers to sell firearms to other licensed individuals anywhere in the U.S. and permits sales to non-licensed buyers at temporary locations (like gun shows) across state lines. It also updates residency definitions to clarify that active-duty military members and their spouses can be considered residents of multiple states for firearms purposes, including their duty station location. These changes directly affect licensed firearm dealers, military personnel, and civilians purchasing firearms across state borders. The bill removes current restrictions on where transactions can occur and clarifies applicable state laws.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates May 5-11, 2024, as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week" to highlight a movement disorder caused by long-term use of certain medications (like antipsychotics). It directly affects approximately 600,000 U.S. individuals with undiagnosed tardive dyskinesia (TD), who experience uncontrollable facial, limb, or torso movements. The resolution urges the public to learn about TD symptoms and encourages affected individuals to consult healthcare providers for evaluation. It has no funding or policy changes - only raises awareness through Senate recognition.