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Bill Introductions Involving Texas Newsletter for Sunday March 31, 2024 ( 19 items )  

Rep. Arrington Introduces Real-Time Benefit Tool Implementation Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced the "Real-Time Benefit Tool Implementation Act" on March 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7512. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure implementation of real-time benefit tools under part D of the Medicare program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each c  more

Rep. Beatty Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Black History Month
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, introduced a resolution on Feb. 23, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1026. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Black History Month and honoring the outstanding contributions of African-American Congressional Medal of Honor recipients; to the Committee on Armed Services. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-De  more

Rep. De La Cruz Introduces Bill on 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of Colorado, Tijuana Rivers
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Rep. Monica De La Cruz, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7468. A bill to ensure that United States diplomats and officials of the U.S. Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission are able to advance efforts seeking compliance by the United Mexican States with the 1944 Treaty on Utilization of Waters of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande; to the Committee on Foreign Affa  more

Rep. Fallon Introduces Special District Grant Accessibility Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, introduced the "Special District Grant Accessibility Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7525. A bill to require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance to agencies requiring special districts to be recognized as local government for the purpose of Federal financial assistance determinations; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Bri  more

Rep. Gallagher Introduces Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., introduced the "Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7521. A bill to protect the national security of the United States from the threat posed by foreign adversary controlled applications, such as TikTok and any successor application or service and any other application or service developed or provided by ByteDance Ltd. or an entity under   more

Rep. Jackson Introduces Joint Resolution on Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, introduced a joint resolution on Feb. 20, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 28. H.J. Res. 115. A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay"; to the Committee on Agriculture. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., Frank D. Lucas, R-Okla., Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., David Rouzer, R-N.C., Don Bacon, R-Neb  more

Rep. Kaptur Introduces Resolution to Commemorate Heroic Sacrifices of Ukrainian People
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, introduced a resolution on Feb. 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1014. A resolution commemorating the heroic sacrifices of the Ukrainian people 2 years after Russia's illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, and recognizing the terrible cost of Russia's war of aggression; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Andy Harris, R-Md., Mike Quigley, D-  more

Rep. Kim Introduces Resolution to Recognize World Thinking Day as Annual Celebration
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., introduced a resolution on Feb. 20, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1024. A resolution recognizing World Thinking Day as an annual celebration where members of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), including members of Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), champion international friendship and take the opportunity to speak out about issues that affect girls and young women across the globe; t  more

Rep. Luetkemeyer Introduces Secure Payments Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo., introduced the "Secure Payments Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7531. A bill to require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to study the impacts of the Board's Reg II proposed rule, to complete a quantitative impact analysis of such rule, and to consider the results of such study and analysis before finalizing such rule, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Servic  more

Rep. Luttrell Introduces Cartel & Radical Terrorist Enforcement Log Act
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Rep. Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, introduced the "Cartel And Radical Terrorist Enforcement Log Act" on March 6, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 28. H.R. 7566. A bill to publicize U.S. Customs and Border Protection operational statistics and report on foreign terrorist organizations; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, Anthony D'Esposito, R-N.Y., Michael Guest, R-Miss., Kat Cammack, R-Fla., Nea  more

Rep. Mann Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National FFA Week
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan., introduced a resolution on Feb. 15, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1015. A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the G  more

Rep. Moore Introduces Resolution on Unjust Imprisonment of Individuals Affiliated With Mountain Gateway Ministry
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- Rep. Barry Moore, R-Ala., introduced a resolution on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1019. A resolution condemning the Nicaraguan Government's unjust imprisonment of individuals affiliated with Mountain Gateway Ministry; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Chip Roy, R-Texas, Jerry L. Carl, R-Ala., and Gary J. Palmer, R-Ala. * * * Con  more

Rep. Rouzer Introduces Bill to Secure International Border of U.S.
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., introduced legislation on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 21. H.R. 7479. A bill to authorize certain States to take certain actions on certain Federal land to secure an international border of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such   more

Rep. Rouzer Introduces Resolution to Urge Immediate Release of Gubad Ibadoghlu
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., introduced a resolution on Feb. 14, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 28. H. Res. 1012. A resolution condemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Chris Smith, R-N.J., Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Mike Lawler  more

Rep. Roy Introduces Let Injured Americans Be Legally Empowered Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, introduced the "Let Injured Americans Be Legally Empowered Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7551. A bill to prohibit any Federal law from making the manufacturer of a COVID-19 vaccine immune from suit or liability, or limiting the liability of such a manufacturer, with respect to claims for loss caused by, arising out of, relating to, or resulting from the administration to or the use by an individual of a  more

Rep. Sessions Introduces GSA Technology Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, introduced the "GSA Technology Accountability Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7524. A bill to amend title 40, United States Code, to require the submission of reports on certain information technology services funds to Congress before expenditures may be made, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "GSA T  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Retiring the Egregious Confusion Over the Genuine Name of Israel's Zone of Influence by Necessitating Government-use of Judea & Samaria Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Retiring the Egregious Confusion Over the Genuine Name of Israel's Zone of Influence by Necessitating Government-use of Judea and Samaria Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7552. A bill to prohibit the use of materials that use the term "West Bank", and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Randy Weber, R-Texas, and Anthony D'Esposito,  more

Rep. Weber Introduces LNG Coordination Act
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Randy Weber, R-Texas, introduced the "LNG Coordination Act" on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. H.R. 7556. A bill to establish a working group to coordinate regulatory oversight of liquefied natural gas facilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration   more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Bill on U.S.-China Income Tax Convention
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced legislation on March 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 23. S. 3861. A bill to terminate the United States-People's Republic of China Income Tax Convention if the People's Liberation Army initiates an armed attack against Taiwan; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Christopher Coons, D-Del., Bill Cassidy, R-La., and Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev. * * * SECTION 1. Conditional termination o  more