Sen. Tommy Tuberville

Maddy summaryThe Stop Settlement Slush Funds Act of 2026 restricts federal agencies from entering into settlement agreements that require payments to third parties unless those funds directly remedy actual harm or compensate for services rendered. This law prohibits officials from directing settlement money to entities other than the United States for purposes such as slush funds or unrelated projects. To ensure compliance, the bill mandates annual reports to the Congressional Budget Office detailing the distribution of settlement funds and requires federal Inspectors General to publicly report any violations to congressional committees. These reporting requirements are set to expire seven years after the bill is enacted.

Maddy summaryThe American Citizenship Act proposes changes to how birthright citizenship is determined for children born in the United States. Under this bill, a newborn would automatically be a U.S. citizen only if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or has lawful permanent resident status at the time of birth. The legislation explicitly excludes children born to parents who are both undocumented or do not meet these residency requirements from receiving citizenship solely based on their birthplace. Importantly, the bill states that these new rules will not apply retroactively to anyone who was already born before the law takes effect.

Maddy summaryThe STOP Child Care Fraud Act aims to reduce fraud and improve oversight within the federal child care subsidy program by requiring stricter verification processes for parents and providers. States must now verify family income and assets without relying on self-certification, limit payment exceptions for absent children to six days per month, and use electronic tools to confirm attendance. The bill also mandates that states integrate data from various systems to detect suspicious patterns and requires the federal government to review state compliance at least every three years. Additionally, the law establishes a national database of disqualified providers, imposes stricter penalties for audit failures, and sets specific asset and income limits for eligible families.

Maddy summaryThe Citizenship Act of 2026 redefines the legal status of individuals currently in the United States without legal admission as "invaders" and removes birthright citizenship from children born to these individuals. This change specifically targets mothers who are unlawfully present in the country or entered for the purpose of giving birth, as well as foreign nationals involved in commercial surrogacy contracts within the U.S. By amending the Immigration and Nationality Act, the bill ensures that citizenship is no longer automatically granted to these specific groups of children, regardless of their place of birth. Additionally, the legislation declares that courts cannot review the government's determination that an invasion is occurring at the border.

Maddy summaryLulu’s Law (S 1003) requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to issue a rule within 180 days of enactment allowing wireless emergency alerts for shark attacks. This change would add shark attacks to the list of events covered by the existing wireless alert system, which currently includes threats like severe weather and Amber Alerts. The bill directly affects coastal communities, beachgoers, and local emergency management agencies in areas with shark activity. The policy is a technical update to the alert system's scope, not a new program or mandate for sending alerts.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution commemorates the fourth anniversary of the 2022 Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned the previous federal right to abortion. The document expresses the Senate's support for state authority to regulate abortion and acknowledges the work of pregnancy centers that assist expectant mothers. It formally declares the Senate's commitment to protecting unborn life and supporting families, while noting the ongoing policy challenges related to abortion access. As a symbolic measure, the bill does not create new laws or alter existing regulations but serves to record the Senate's stance on the issue.

Maddy summaryThe Stop the Sexualization of Children Act prohibits the use of federal education funds to create or promote programs containing sexually oriented material for children under 18. This ban specifically targets content depicting sexually explicit conduct or involving gender dysphoria and transgenderism, while explicitly exempting standard science courses, major world religions, and specific lists of classic literature and art. By amending the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, the bill restricts how schools can utilize federal money for extracurricular activities or educational materials that fall under these prohibited categories.

Maddy summaryThe Prioritizing American Talent Act prevents the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to process work permits for foreign students and special immigrants unless Congress explicitly authorizes their employment. This restriction applies specifically to individuals classified under sections 101(a)(15)(F) and (M) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, effectively halting the approval of their employment authorization applications. Additionally, the bill requires the rescission of any unspent fees collected for processing these specific applications that are not backed by congressional authorization. The Department of Homeland Security must determine and withdraw these funds within 30 days of the law's enactment.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

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.