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Bill Introductions Involving Texas Newsletter for Sunday November 12, 2023 ( 11 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Bill on Grants to Strengthen Historically Black Colleges, Universities
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced legislation on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5895. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Andre Carson, D-Ind., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., Cori Bush, D-M  more

Rep. Aguilar Introduces Supporting Our Shelters Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., introduced the "Supporting Our Shelters Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5897. A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary will award grants to entities for purposes of supporting the capability of such entities to provide care to animals in their care, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Adam B. Schiff  more

Rep. Cardenas Introduces Resolution to Support Increase of Latino Students Entering Careers in STEM Fields
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 762. A resolution expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Joaquin Castro, D-Tex  more

Rep. Castro Introduces Resolution to Reaffirm U.S. Commitment to Respect Sovereignty of Mexico
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 763. A resolution reaffirming the United States commitment to respecting the sovereignty of Mexico and condemning calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico's consent and congressional authorization. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Greg Casar, D-Texas, Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Juan C  more

Rep. Hudson Introduces Targeting Emotional & Mental Stability Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., introduced the "Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5901. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to encourage programs to address college athlete mental health. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023". SEC. 2. College Athlete Ment  more

Rep. Leger-Fernandez Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Recognize Significance of Equal Pay to Latina Women
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez, D-N.M., introduced a concurrent resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Con. Res. 72. Concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., Andrea   more

Rep. McCaul Introduces Resolution to Stand With Israel Against War Launched by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 768. A resolution standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., Steve Scalise, R-La., Katherine M. Clark, D-Mass., Tom Emmer, R-Minn., James E. Clyburn, D-S.C., Eli  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces Resolution to Condemn Act of War Against Israel by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 770. A resolution condemning an act of war against Israel by Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and associated forces, and for other purposes. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don Davis, D-N.C., Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., Mark Alford, R-Mo., Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Russell Fry, R-S.C., John Duarte, R-Calif., James M  more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced the "Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3072. A bill to modify the program of grants to support high-quality charter schools; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Bill Cassidy, R-La., Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., Tim Scott, R-S.C., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Mike Braun, R-Ind., and Br  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Eyes on the Board Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "Eyes on the Board Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3074. A bill to prohibit schools that receive certain support from the Federal Communications Commission from allowing access to social media platforms on subsidized services, devices, or networks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ted Budd, R-N.C., and Shelley Moo  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Resolution to Condemn Endorsement of Actions of Foreign Terrorist Organizations in Gaza
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 413. A resolution condemning foreign nationals in the United States who have endorsed and espoused the actions of foreign terrorist organizations (FTO) in Gaza who, on October 7, 2023, launched attacks against the State of Israel, and killed innocent Israeli and United States citizens; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponso  more