Sen. Jerry Moran

Maddy summarySRES 269 is a Senate resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Army, established on June 14, 1775. It expresses the Senate's appreciation for Army soldiers' dedication over 250 years, honors their valor and service, and calls for the American public to observe the anniversary through ceremonies and activities. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies - it solely commemorates the Army's historical significance.

Maddy summaryThe TRAPS Act establishes a federal Task Force on Payment Scams, chaired by the Treasury Secretary, to coordinate efforts across agencies and industry to combat electronic payment scams. The Task Force includes representatives from the FTC, FCC, DOJ, financial regulators, consumer groups, and industry experts to evaluate scam trends, develop prevention strategies, and improve consumer education. It must submit an initial report to Congress within one year and provide annual updates, with the Task Force terminating three years after the first report. This bill directly affects how federal agencies and industry collaborate to address scams targeting consumers through digital payment platforms.

Maddy summarySRES 261 is a Senate resolution introduced by Senators Marshall and Moran honoring Sarah Lynn Milgrim, a Jewish diplomat working at the Embassy of Israel in Washington, D.C., who was killed in a targeted extremist attack alongside her partner Yaron Lischinsky. The resolution condemns violence targeting religious groups, specifically the attack that killed Milgrim and Lischinsky, and calls for supporting the full prosecution of the perpetrator. It also remembers Milgrim’s life and work promoting peace, including her roles at the University of Kansas, Hillel, and the Israel Embassy. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group beyond expressing official Senate sentiment.

Maddy summaryS 1958 (FORECAST Act) exempts National Weather Service meteorologists (job series 1340), hydrologists (1315), and electronics technicians (856) from federal hiring freezes. This ensures these public safety roles can continue hiring without interruption to issue weather warnings, maintain equipment, and protect communities from hazards. The Commerce Secretary must implement the exemption within 30 days, submit annual staffing reports to Congress, and retroactively reinstate job offers rescinded since January 20, 2025, for these positions. The law directly affects NWS staff in these specific roles and prioritizes operational continuity for weather-related public safety.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires lenders to include VA loan options in standard mortgage disclosures when discussing loan choices, alongside other options like FHA loans. It mandates adding a military service question to the Uniform Residential Loan Application form, positioned above the signature line. The change applies to all lenders using this standard form, ensuring veterans are identified early in the application process. The bill does not alter VA loan benefits but improves transparency about available options for military borrowers.

Maddy summaryThe TORNADO Act (S 258) directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to improve how hazardous weather warnings are communicated to the public, focusing on simplifying language and ensuring clarity to prompt protective actions. It establishes a dedicated hazard risk communication office to eliminate confusing terms, develop new terminology, and create best practices for timely, consistent warnings across platforms. The bill mandates a pilot program testing tornado warning effectiveness at historically Black colleges in tornado-prone areas and requires NOAA to update tornado rating systems for accuracy. Additionally, it authorizes $11 million annually for research grants prioritizing minority-serving institutions to advance tornado forecasting, communication science, and post-storm assessments.

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 summaryThe Innovative FEED Act of 2025 creates a new regulatory category for "zootechnical animal food substances" - additives in animal feed that affect digestion, reduce foodborne pathogens, or alter gut microbiome without providing nutrition or treating disease. It requires manufacturers to submit specific data on intended effects and testing methods to the FDA for approval, rather than treating these substances as drugs. The bill mandates clear labeling stating "Not for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in animals" and defines what excludes substances (like hormones or drugs) from this category. This directly affects animal feed manufacturers, the FDA, and the regulatory process for these feed additives, without requiring their use.

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 summaryThis bill creates a new tax credit for businesses that sell products containing U.S.-grown cotton. Manufacturers can claim a credit equal to 18-24% of the value of certified U.S. cotton used in products sold to consumers, depending on whether the cotton was processed only in the U.S. or in countries with U.S. trade agreements. The credit requires digital tracing of cotton from U.S. origin through the supply chain to the final product, with higher rates (24%) for cotton processed entirely in the U.S. or in designated trade agreement countries. It directly affects textile manufacturers and retailers selling cotton-based products like clothing or fabric, reducing their tax liability when using domestically sourced cotton. The credit applies to the first sale to an unrelated consumer and takes effect January 20, 2025.