Sen. Andy Kim

Maddy summaryThe Multigenerational Caregiving Data Act requires the U.S. Census Bureau to add a specific question to major national surveys to identify people who provide unpaid care to both children and older adults. This new question will ask respondents if they have been helping family members who are under 18 or over 65 with health conditions or disabilities within the past year. Before the question is fully used, the government will test it to ensure it is clear and easy to answer, and all responses will remain voluntary. Once implemented, the collected data will be analyzed and reported to Congress to help improve policies related to caregiving, employment, and health.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization, asserting Congress's constitutional war-declaring power. The measure applies only to ongoing military engagements within or against Iran and does not restrict defensive actions against attacks on the United States or its personnel. It permits continued intelligence gathering and defensive support for partner nations attacked by Iran since late February 2026, while requiring a formal declaration of war or specific statutory authorization for any future offensive military operations.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution seeks to disapprove a rule from the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection that would have withdrawn a previous regulation concerning Fair Credit Reporting and File Disclosure. The bill directly affects the Bureau's ability to remove the earlier rule and would prevent the withdrawal from taking legal effect if passed. It uses the Congressional Review Act process to formally reject the agency's action, ensuring the original Fair Credit Reporting rule remains in place. The measure is introduced in the Senate and would require approval from both chambers and the President to become law.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution seeks to disapprove a rule from the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection that would have withdrawn a previous regulation on time-barred debt under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If passed, the resolution would prevent the Bureau from removing the existing rules that govern how debt collectors handle debts that are past their legal statute of limitations. The measure directly affects debt collection practices and the regulatory framework overseen by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. It uses the Congressional Review Act process to formally reject the agency's proposed regulatory change.

American Cures Act This bill permanently funds several federal agencies and programs that perform biomedical research. The bill provides specified funding for the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense health program, and the Department of Veterans Affairs medical and prosthetics research program. The bill exempts the funding from sequestration, which is a process of automatic, usually across-the-board spending reductions under which budgetary resources are permanently cancelled to enforce specific budget policy goals. It also exempts the budgetary effects of the funding from the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act of 2010 and the Senate PAYGO rule.

Maddy summaryThis resolution honors the life and legacy of Dirk Kempthorne, a former U.S. Senator, Governor of Idaho, and Secretary of the Interior. It formally acknowledges his public service across various roles, including his work on environmental conservation, veterans' support, and economic development in Idaho. The Senate expresses its sorrow over his death and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to his family. Additionally, the Senate stands in adjournment as a final mark of respect to his memory.

Maddy summaryThis joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. military forces from hostilities in Iran that lack explicit congressional authorization. The bill relies on the War Powers Resolution, asserting that the 60-day period for these unauthorized operations has expired and that no war declaration or specific statutory approval exists for the conflict. While ordering a troop withdrawal, the measure allows the United States to continue defending against attacks on its personnel, sharing intelligence, assisting allied nations, and evacuating American citizens. It is a legislative action intended to enforce constitutional limits on the use of military force without a formal declaration of war.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution formally recognizes May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to honor the contributions of these communities to United States history. The document highlights the diversity of the population, cites historical milestones such as the completion of the transcontinental railroad and the passage of immigration laws, and acknowledges specific achievements of individuals like Daniel K. Inouye and Patsy Mink. It also notes the ongoing challenges faced by these groups, including a rise in hate crimes, while celebrating their growing presence in government and society. Ultimately, the bill serves as a symbolic statement of appreciation rather than establishing new legal requirements or funding.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution expresses the Senate's view that the United States should prioritize countering the People's Republic of China as its main strategic competitor. The document outlines specific policy directions, including strengthening military deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, protecting American economic interests from Chinese trade practices, and leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. It also calls for maintaining strong alliances with nations such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the Philippines, while supporting democratic values and human rights globally.

Firearm Safety Act of 2026 This bill allows the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to issue safety standards for firearms and firearm components. Under current law, firearms, shells, cartridges, and components thereof are excluded from the CPSC's rulemaking authority.