Friday - May 10, 2024
Bill Introductions Involving Texas Newsletter for Sunday November 05, 2023 ( 28 items )  

Rep. Connolly Introduces Resolution to Commemorate 5th Anniversary Murder of Jamal Khashoggi
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., introduced a resolution on Sept. 30, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Robert C. Scott, D-Va., Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va., Jennifer Wexton, D-Va., Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., Dean Phillips, D-Minn., James McGovern, D-Mass., Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., William R. Keating, D-Mass., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Lloyd Doggett,   more

Rep. Correa Introduces Resolution to Recognize Heritage of Latinas in U.S.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 754. A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Andrea Salinas, D-Ore., Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., Frederica S. Wi  more

Rep. DeLauro Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 746. A resolution supporting the designation of September 2023 as "National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don Bacon, R-Neb., Darrell Issa, R-Calif., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, Norma Torres, D-Calif., and Jahana Hayes, D-C  more

Rep. Duncan Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Energy Appreciation Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 758. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the first Wednesday in October as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy and to build awareness of the important role that America's energy producers play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improv  more

Rep. Ellzey Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Red Ribbon Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 747. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2023; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week. Whereas the National Family Partnership started the Red Ribbon Campaign in 1988-- (1) to educate the people of the U  more

Rep. Gooden Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Encourage Participation of Taiwan in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, introduced a concurrent resolution on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Con. Res. 71. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress to encourage full participation of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., George Santos, R-N.Y., Burgess Owens, R-Utah, Rudy Yakym, R-Ind., Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., Randy Web  more

Rep. Luttrell Introduces Review Every Veterans Claim Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Rep. Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, introduced the "Review Every Veterans Claim Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 2. H.R. 5890. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to limit the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to deny the claim of a veteran for benefits under the laws administered by such Secretary on the sole basis that such veteran failed to appear for a medical examination associated with such claim. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Rep. Luttrell Introduces Veteran Appeals Decision Clarity Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Rep. Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, introduced the "Veteran Appeals Decision Clarity Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 2. H.R. 5891. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve decisions issued by the Board of Veterans' Appeals. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Veteran Appeals Decision Clarity Act". SEC. 2. Board of Veterans' Appeals: elements of decisions.  more

Rep. Malliotakis Introduces Resolution on Expulsion of Rep. Bowman
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 755. A resolution providing for the expulsion of Representative Jamaal Bowman from the House of Representatives; to the Committee on Ethics. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Carol Miller, R-W.Va., Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., Mike Collins, R-Ga., Austin Scott, R-Ga., Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Gary J. Palmer, R  more

Rep. Nehls Introduces Drone Research & Innovation for Law Enforcement Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Rep. Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, introduced the "Drone Research and Innovation for Law Enforcement Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 2. H.R. 5879. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to permit small, unmanned aircraft pilot research for public safety, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, Brad Finstad, R-Minn., Michael Guest, R-Miss., Don Davis,  more

Rep. Norcross Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Animal Rescue Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 751. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 1, 2023, as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness of the importance of animal adoption, to educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals, and to encourage animal adoptions throughout the United States; to the Committee on Oversight and   more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National 4-H Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa., introduced a resolution on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 760. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 1 through October 7, 2023, as "National 4-H Week". The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. David Scott, D-Ga., Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., and Henry Cuellar, D-Texas. * * * Expressing support for the designation of October 1 through October 7, 2023, as "National 4-H We  more

Sen. Booker Introduces Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "Targeting Online Sales of Fentanyl Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 26. S. 2982. A bill to require a GAO study on the sale of illicit drugs online, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Mike Lee, R-Utah, Peter Welch, D-Vt., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., and Christopher Coons, D-Del. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cit  more

Sen. Coons Introduces Enhancing American Competitiveness Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Del., introduced the "Enhancing American Competitiveness Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 28. S. 3005. A bill to amend the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 to enhance the economic and strategic competitiveness of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title.   more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Meals for At-Risk Americans Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced the "Meals for At-Risk Americans Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3034. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to provide guidance and enhanced technical assistance for States seeking to establish a restaurant meals program under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Se  more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Red Ribbon Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 383. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2023; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif. * * * Supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 th  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Resolution on Utilization of Waters of Colorado, Tijuana River, Rio Grande
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 379. A resolution expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the Treaty between the United States of America and Mexico respecting the utilization of waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande; to the C  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Schools Not Shelters Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "Schools Not Shelters Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 26. S. 2983. A bill to prohibit the use of the facilities of a public elementary school, a public secondary school, or an institution of higher education receiving funding from the Department of Education to provide shelter for aliens who have not been admitted into the United States; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Th  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Preventing Underhanded & Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "Preventing Underhanded and Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3028. A bill to continue in effect certain Executive orders imposing sanctions with respect to Iran, to prevent the waiver of certain sanctions imposed by the United States with respect to Iran until the Government of Iran ceases to attempt to assassinate United States officials, other United State  more

Sen. Graham Introduces Resolution to Designate Religious Education Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 380. A resolution designating the week of October 1, 2023, through October 7, 2023, as "Religious Education Week" to celebrate religious education in the United States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., John Cornyn, R-Texa  more

Sen. Lee Introduces Protecting Our Kids From Harmful Research Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced the "Protecting Our Kids From Harmful Research Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3035. A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds for gender transition in minors; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. James Lankford, R-Okla., Josh Hawley, R-Mo., Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Steve Daines, R-Mont., Mike Braun, R-Ind., T  more

Sen. Lummis Introduces Resolution to Designate National Energy Appreciation Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 386. A resolution designating October 4, 2023, as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improv  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Latino/a Physician Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 389. A resolution expressing support for the annual designation of October 1st as "National Latino/a Physician Day"; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas * * * Expressing support for the annual designation of October 1st as "National Latino/a Physician Day".   more

Sen. Padilla Resolution to Honor Legacy of Ex-Sen. Feinstein Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. S. Res. 400. A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dianne Feinstein, the late Senator for the State of California; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn,  more

Sen. Risch Introduces Resolution to Call for Immediate Release of Journalist Gershkovich
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 385. A resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., Cory Booker, D-N.J., B  more

Sen. Schumer Introduces Digital Citizenship & Media Literacy Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced the "Digital Citizenship and Media Literacy Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 394. A resolution honoring the life of James L. Buckley, former Senator for the State of New York; considered and agreed to. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Ric  more

Sen. Shaheen Resolution to Designate National Community Policing Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 390. A resolution designating the week of October 1, 2023, through October 7, 2023, as "National Community Policing Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. John Cornyn, R-Texas, Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., and Gary Peters, D-Mich. * * * Designating the week of October 1, 2023, through October 7, 2023, as "  more

Sen. Stabenow Introduces Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., introduced the "Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 28. S. 2993. A bill to amend the Social Security Act and the Public Health Service Act to permanently authorize certified community behavioral health clinics, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. (a) Short title.--This Act  more