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Bill Introductions Involving Pennsylvania Newsletter for Sunday April 25, 2021 ( 59 items )  

Rep. Banks Introduces Bill to Impose Additional Sanctions to Iran
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Jim Banks, R-Ind., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2718) to "impose additional sanctions with respect to Iran and modify other existing sanctions with respect to Iran." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 89 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., David Rouzer, R-N.C., John Joyce, R-Pa., Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Greg Steube, R-Fla., William Timmons, R-S.C., Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., Mike John  more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces Bill on Hazardous Substance Superfund
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2674) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 "to provide for the use of funds in the Hazardous Substance Superfund for the purposes for which they were collected, to ensure adequate resources for the cleanup of hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980." The bill was introduced on April 20 and has 14 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps.   more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Establish Financing Energy Efficient Manufacturing Program
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2763) to "establish the Financing Energy Efficient Manufacturing Program at the Department of Energy to provide financial assistance to promote energy efficiency and onsite renewable technologies in manufacturing facilities." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Jamie Raskin, D-Md., and Michael F. Doyle, D-Pa. It was jointly referred to the House Science, S  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Establish National Mercury Monitoring Program
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2761) to "establish a national mercury monitoring program." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Brian J. Mast, R-Fla., and Del. Eleanor Holmes-Norton, D-D.C. It was jointly referred to the House Energy and Commerce and Transportation and Infrastructure committees. For more information, Rep. Matthew Cartwright, 2102 Rayburn House Office Building, Washi  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Identify Set of Best Available Meteorological Information
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2760) to "require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere to identify a consistent, Federal set of best available forward-looking meteorological information and to require the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to convene an effort to make such set available, with advice and technical assistance, to standards-developing organizations." The bill was introduced on  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Implement Policy on Allergy Bullying in Schools
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2722) to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 "to require local educational agencies to implement a policy on allergy bullying in schools." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has six co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., Ro Khanna, D-Calif., J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., Doris O. Matsui, D-Calif., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., and Del. Eleanor Holmes-Norton, D-D.C.  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Bill to Require Integration of Climate-Resilience Considerations
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2762) to "require the integration of climate-resilience considerations into all development work of the U.S." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has seven co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ed Case, D-Hawaii, David Trone, D-Md., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., and Steve Cohen, D-Tenn. The legislation was jointly referr  more

Rep. Castro Introduces Bill on Lawful Permanent Resident Status
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, has introduced legislation (H.R. 2766) to "grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has47 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., James McGovern, D-Mass., Karen Bass, D-Calif., Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Jared Huffman,  more

Rep. Connolly Introduces Bill to Amend Taiwan Allies International Protection & Enhancement Initiative Act of 2019
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2646) to amend the Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 "to provide that the U.S., as a member of any international organizations, should oppose any attempts by the People's Republic of China to resolve Taiwan's status by distorting the decisions, language, policies, or procedures of the organization." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has six co-spons  more

Rep. Dean Introduces Bill to Amend Toxic Substances Control Act
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2751) to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act "to codify a Federal cause of action and a type of remedy available for individuals significantly exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, to encourage research and accountability for irresponsible discharge of those substances." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has eight co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Daniel Kildee, D-Mich., Rashida Tlaib, D  more

Rep. Espaillat Introduces Bill to Authorize Appropriations for Climate Financing
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2774) to "authorize appropriations for climate financing." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 21 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., Alan Lowenthal, D-Calif., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Cori Bush, D-Mo., Adam Smith, D-Wash., Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, Jared Huffman, D-  more

Rep. Evans Introduces Bill to Decriminalize Cannabis
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Dwight Evans, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2649) to "decriminalize cannabis, to establish an Equitable Licensing Grant Program in the Small Business Administration." The bill was introduced on April 19. It was jointly referred to the House Energy and Commerce; Judiciary; Agriculture; Natural Resources; and Small Business committees. For more information, Rep. Dwight Evans, 1105 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-4001; or in di  more

Rep. Foster Introduces Bill to Prohibit Mandatory Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreements
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2620) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 "to prohibit mandatory pre-dispute arbitration agreements." The bill was introduced on April 16 and has seven co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Carolyn B. Maloney, D-N.Y., Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., Sean Casten, D-Ill., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., and Madeleine Dean, D-Pa. The legislation was referred to the Hous  more

Rep. Golden Introduces Bill to Amend Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, has introduced legislation (H.R. 2727) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 "to exempt certain 16- and 17-year-old individuals employed in timber harvesting entities or mechanized timber harvesting entities from child labor laws." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 10 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Ann Kuster, D-N.H., Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Gary J. Palmer, R-Ala., Gle  more

Rep. Gonzalez Introduces Bill to Establish Limitations Regarding Confucius Institutes
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Anthony Gonzalez, R-Ohio, has introduced legislation (H.R. 2622) to "establish limitations regarding Confucius Institutes." The bill was introduced on April 16 and was co-sponsored by Reps. John Joyce, R-Pa., Troy Balderson, R-Ohio, Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pa., and Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla. It was referred to the House Education and Labor Committee. For more information, Rep. Anthony Gonzalez, 2458 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-3876; or   more

Rep. Good Introduces Bill to Provide for Publication of Information Related to Rulemakings
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2779) to amend title 5, U.S. Code, to provide for the publication, by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, of information relating to rulemakings." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Scott Perry, R-Pa., Nancy Mace, R-S.C., and Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa. It was jointly referred to the House Oversight and Reform and Judiciary committees. For more information, Rep. Bob Good, 121  more

Rep. Hagedorn Introduces Bill on Non-Degree Technical Training Certificate Programs
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Jim Hagedorn, R-Minn., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2691) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 "to permit 529 plans to be used for certain non-degree technical training certificate programs and apprenticeship programs." The bill was introduced on April 20 and has 22 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Troy Balderson, R-Ohio, Tom Cole, R-Okla., Jason Smith, R-Mo., Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Ann Wagner, R-  more

Rep. Higgins Introduces Bill on Coverage for Services Furnished By Doctors of Chiropractic
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Brian Higgins, D-N.Y., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2654) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act "to provide Medicare coverage for all physicians' services furnished by doctors of chiropractic within the scope of their license." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has 17 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Jason Smith, R-Mo., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., John B. Larson, D-Conn., Thomas R. Suozzi, D-N.Y., Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., Cindy Axne, D-Iow  more

Rep. Higgins Introduces Bill to Immediately Resume Construction of Border Wall System
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2729) to "immediately resume construction of the border wall system along the international border between the U.S. and Mexico to secure the border, enforce the rule of law, and expend appropriated funds as mandated by Congress." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 52 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. John Katko, R-N.Y., Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, Mike Rogers, R-Ala., Ted Budd, R-N.C., Jeff Van Drew  more

Rep. Himes Introduces Bill on Issuance of Green Bonds
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2656) to amend title 31, U.S. Code, "to provide for the issuance of Green Bonds and to establish the U.S. Green Bank." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has eight co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., Doris O. Matsui, D-Calif., Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif., Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., and Jason Crow, D-Colo. The le  more

Rep. Houlahan Introduces Bill to Create Program to Support Mid-Career Workers
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2784) to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act "to create a new national program to support mid-career workers, including workers from underrepresented populations, in reentering the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) workforce, by providing funding to small- and medium-sized STEM businesses so the businesses can offer paid internships or other returnships that lead to positio  more

Rep. Joyce Introduces Bill to Prohibit Use of Funds to Develop Vaccine Passports
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. John Joyce, R-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2657) to "prohibit Federal funds from being used to develop, implement, support, or endorse vaccine passports." The bill was introduced on April 19. It was referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. For more information, Rep. John Joyce, 1221 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-2431; or in district offices at 100 Lincoln Way E., Ste. B, Chambersburg, PA 17202; 282 West King St.  more

Rep. Keller Introduces Bill on COVID-19 Vaccination
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Fred Keller, R-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2658) to "clarify that aliens who are not lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. may not be vaccinated until nationals of the U.S. and aliens who are lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. are fully vaccinated for COVID-19." The bill was introduced on April 19 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., and Nancy Mace, R-S.C. It was referred to the House Energy and Commerce Commi  more

Rep. Khanna Introduces Bill to Establish Directorate for Technology & Innovation in NSF
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2731) to "establish a new Directorate for Technology and Innovation in the National Science Foundation, to establish a regional technology hub program, to require a strategy and report on economic security, science, research, innovation, manufacturing, and job creation, to establish a critical supply chain resiliency program." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has six co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps.   more

Rep. Kustoff Introduces Bill to Secure U.S. Research Enterprise
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. David Kustoff, R-Tenn., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2787) to "secure the research enterprise of the U.S. from the Chinese Communist Party." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Scott Perry, R-Pa., Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., and Rick Crawford, R-Ark. It was jointly referred to the House Judiciary; Science, Space, and Technology; Education and Labor; and Foreign Affairs committees. For more information, Rep. David Kustoff, 560 Cannon Ho  more

Rep. Lamb Introduces Bill to Eliminate Cap on Full-Time Employees of VA
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Conor Lamb, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2788) to amend title 38, U.S.Code, "to eliminate the cap on full-time employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs who provide equal employment opportunity counseling." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan. It was referred to the House Veterans' Affairs Committee. For more information, Rep. Conor Lamb, 1224 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202  more

Rep. Lamb Introduces Bill to Employ Veterans in Positions Related to Resource Management Activities
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Conor Lamb, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2789) to "direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to administer a pilot program to employ veterans in positions that relate to conservation and resource management activities." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa. It was jointly referred to the House Veterans' Affairs; Agriculture; Natural Resources; and Armed Services committees. For more information, Rep. Con  more

Rep. Langevin Introduces Bill to Designate Centers of Excellence in Transportation Workforce Training
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Jim Langevin, D-R.I., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2696) to "direct the Secretary of Transportation to designate certain consortia as Community and Technical College Centers of Excellence in Transportation Workforce Training." The bill was introduced on April 20 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa. It was referred to the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. For more information, Rep. Jim Langevin, 2077 Rayburn House Office Buildin  more

Rep. Langevin Introduces Bill to Establish Comprehensive School Career Counseling Framework
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Jim Langevin, D-R.I., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2733) to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 "to provide grants to States to establish a comprehensive school career counseling framework." The bill was introduced on April 21 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa. It was referred to the House Education and Labor Committee. For more information, Rep. Jim Langevin, 2077 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/  more

Rep. Larsen Introduces Bill to Improve Reproductive Assistance Provided By DOD, VA
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2734) to "improve the reproductive assistance provided by the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to certain members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their spouses or partners." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 12 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., Bobby L. Rush, D-Ill., James McGovern, D-Mass., Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., J  more

Rep. Latta Introduces Bill to Codify Definition of WOTUS
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio, has introduced legislation (H.R. 2660) to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to codify the definition of the term waters of the U.S. States." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has 18 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Scott Perry, R-Pa., Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, Ann Wagner, R-Mo., Dusty Johnson, R-S.D., Steve Stivers, R-Ohio, Jerry L. Carl, R-Ala., Michael Cloud, R-Texas, John Joyce, R-Pa., Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Ashley Hi  more

Rep. Lawrence Introduces Bill to Increase Period of Eligibility for Federal Pell Grants
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Brenda Lawrence, D-Mich., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2627) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 "to increase the period of eligibility for Federal Pell Grants." The bill was introduced on April 16 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., and Madeleine Dean, D-Pa. It was referred to the House Education and Labor Committee. For more information, Rep. Brenda Lawrence, 2463 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/225-5802; or in   more

Rep. Lawrence Introduces Bill to Prioritize Environmental Health Professionals Education, Training
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Brenda Lawrence, D-Mich., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2661) to "prioritize educating and training for existing and new environmental health professionals." The bill was introduced on April 19 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., and Steve Cohen, D-Tenn. It was jointly referred to the House Energy and Commerce and Education and Labor committees. For more information, Rep. Brenda Lawrence, 2463 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 205  more

Rep. Maloney Introduces Bill to Reauthorize Highlands Conservation Act
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, D-N.Y., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2793) to "reauthorize the Highlands Conservation Act, to authorize States to use funds from that Act for administrative purposes." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 18 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., Mondaire Jones, D-N.Y., Tom Malinowski, D-N.J., Dan Meuser, R-Pa., J  more

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Bill on Modernization of Public Housing
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2664) to "provide economic empowerment opportunities in the U.S. through the modernization of public housing." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has 22 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Mondaire Jones, D-N.Y., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., Adriano E  more

Rep. Panetta Introduces Bill to Modify Rules Related to 403(b) Plans
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2741) to "modify rules relating to 403(b) plans." The bill was introduced on April 21 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Ron Estes, R-Kan., Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., Darin LaHood, R-Ill., Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., and Andy Barr, R-Ky. It was jointly referred to the House Financial Services; and Ways and Means committees. For more information, Rep. Jimmy Panetta, 406 Cannon House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 20  more

Rep. Pappas Introduces Bill to Establish Registry for Individuals Exposed to PFAS
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-N.H., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2742) to "require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish and maintain a registry for certain individuals who may have been exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances due to the environmental release of aqueous film-forming foam on military installations." The bill was introduced on April 21 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Antonio Delgado, D-N.Y., and Ann Kuster, D-N.H. It was   more

Rep. Pappas Introduces Bill to Prohibit Gay, Trans Panic Defenses
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-N.H., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2629) to amend title 18, U.S. Code, "to prohibit gay and trans panic defenses." The bill was introduced on April 16 and has 21 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Kathy Castor, D-Fla., Frank Pallone Jr., D-N.J., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Derek Kilmer, D-Wash., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Alan Lowenthal, D-Calif., Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif., Ann Kuster, D-N.H., Eleano  more

Rep. Scanlon Introduces Bill to Provide Protections for Children Raised in Kinship Families
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2747) to amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act "to provide for better protections for children raised in kinship families outside of the foster care system." The bill was introduced on April 21 and was co-sponsored by Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa. It was referred to the House Education and Labor Committee. For more information, Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, 1227 Longworth House Office Building, Washing  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Bill on U.S. Assistance for Honduras
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2716) to "suspend certain U.S. assistance for the Government of Honduras until corruption, impunity, and human rights violations are no longer systemic, and the perpetrators of these crimes are being brought to justice." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 26 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Henry C. Johnson, D-Ga., Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Ilhan Omar,   more

Rep. Spartz Introduces Bill to Impose Limitations on Consent Decrees, Settlement Agreements
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Victoria Spartz, R-Ind., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2708) to "impose certain limitations on consent decrees and settlement agreements by agencies that require the agencies to take regulatory action in accordance with the terms thereof." The bill was introduced on April 20 and has eight co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., Scott Perry, R-Pa., Chris Stewart, R-Utah, Ted Budd, R-N.C., Ken Buck, R-Colo., John Moolenaar, R-Mich., Debbie Les  more

Rep. Speier Introduces Bill on Armed Forces Access to Contraception
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2709) to amend title 10, U.S. Code, "to ensure that members of the Armed Forces and their families have access to the contraception they need in order to promote the health and readiness of all members of the Armed Forces." The bill was introduced on April 20 and has 104 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Jake Auchincloss, D-M  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Bill on Acceptance, Use of Contributions for Public-Private Partnerships
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2606) to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 "with respect to the acceptance and use of contributions for public-private partnerships." The bill was introduced on April 15 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, Dusty Johnson, R-S.D., Jim Baird, R-Ind., and Rick Crawford, R-Ark. It was referred to the House Agriculture Committee. For more information, Rep. Glenn W. Thompson, 400 Cannon House O  more

Rep. Trone Introduces Bill to Submit Report on Security of U.S. Medical Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. David Trone, D-Md., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2636) to "direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit to Congress a report on the security and resilience of the United States medical supply chains." The bill was introduced on April 16 and was co-sponsored by Rep. John Joyce, R-Pa. It was referred to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. For more information, Rep. David Trone, 1110 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515; 202/22  more

Rep. Velazquez Introduces Bill on SBA Loan Programs
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2712) to "ensure that certain loan programs of the Small Business Administration are made available to cannabis-related legitimate businesses and service providers." The bill was introduced on April 20 and was co-sponsored by Reps. Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Marie Newman, D-Ill., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., and Ed Perlmutter, D-Colo. It was jointly referred to the House Small Business; Energy and Commerce; Judiciar  more

Rep. Waltz Introduces Bill to Promote R&D of Critical Minerals
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2637) to "promote the domestic exploration, research, development, and processing of critical minerals to ensure the economic and national security of the U.S." The bill was introduced on April 16 and has 12 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Bruce Westerman, R-Ark., Frank D. Lucas, R-Okla., Randy Weber, R-Texas, Pete Stauber, R-Minn., Anthony Gonzalez, R-Ohio, Pete Sessions, R-Texas, J  more

Rep. Westerman Introduces Bill to Establish Forest Conservation Practices
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Ark., has introduced legislation (H.R. 2639) to "establish forest conservation practices through management, reforestation, and utilization which lead to the sequestration of greenhouse gases." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has 72 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Reps. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Kurt Schrader, D-Ore., Mark Amodei, R-Nev., Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., Don Bacon, R-Neb., Jim Baird, R-Ind., Andy Barr, R-Ky., Cliff Bentz, R-Ore.,  more

Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Bill to Repeal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., has introduced legislation (S. 1338) to "repeal the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, and provide for the discoverability and admissibility of gun trace information in civil proceedings." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 21 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn., Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Jack Reed, D-R.I., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Diann  more

Sen. Brown Introduces Bill to Repeal Pension Offset, Windfall Elimination Provisions
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, has introduced legislation (S. 1302) to amend title II of the Social Security Act "to repeal the Government pension offset and windfall elimination provisions." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 23 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Bill Cassidy, R-La., Tina Smith, D-Minn., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Jack Reed, D-R.I., Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vt., Robert Ca  more

Sen. Cantwell Introduces Bill on Coverage of Lymphedema Compression Treatment Items
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., has introduced legislation (S. 1315) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act "to provide for coverage of certain lymphedema compression treatment items under the Medicare program." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 53 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Todd Young, R-Ind., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Roy Blunt, R-Mo., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Kyrsten Sinema,  more

Sen. Cardin Introduces Bill to Expand Availability of Employee Stock Ownership Plans
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., has introduced legislation (S. 1300) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and the Small Business Act "to expand the availability of employee stock ownership plans in S corporations." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 26 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., Steve Daines, R-Mont., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Rober  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Bill to Amend Family Violence Prevention & Services Act
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., has introduced legislation (S. 1275) to "amend the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act to make improvements." The bill was introduced on April 21 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. It was referred to the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. For more information, Sen. Robert Casey Jr., 393 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; 202/224-6324; or in state at 200 N. 3rd St., Ste. 14  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Bill to Designate Sylvia Rambo U.S. Courthouse
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., has introduced legislation (S. 1226) to "designate the U.S. courthouse located at 1501 North 6th Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, as the Sylvia H. Rambo U.S. Courthouse." The bill was introduced on April 20 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Patrick Toomey, R-Pa. It was referred to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. For more information, Sen. Robert Casey Jr., 393 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510; 202/224-63  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Bill to Improve Child, Adult Care Food Program
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., has introduced legislation (S. 1270) to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act "to improve the child and adult care food program." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 14 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Tina Smith, D-Minn., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Robert Menendez, D-N.J., Jack Reed, D-R.I., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vt., Patty Murray, D-Wash., Tamm  more

Sen. Cortez Masto Introduces Bill on Crime Victims Compensation
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., has introduced legislation (S. 1339) to amend the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 "to ensure crime victims are not denied compensation because of rape kit backlogs." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Sen. Patrick Toomey, R-Pa. It was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. For more information, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, 516 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington DC, 20510; 202/224-3542; or in state at 3  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Bill to Support Researchers Focusing on Pediatric Research
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, has introduced legislation (S. 1357) to amend the Public Health Service Act "to authorize the Director of the National Institutes of Health to make awards to outstanding scientists, including physician-scientists, to support researchers focusing on pediatric research, including basic, clinical, translational, or pediatric pharmacological research." The bill was introduced on April 22 and was co-sponsored by Sens. Christopher Coons, D-Del., Robert  more

Sen. Murray Introduces Bill to Promote Child Care, Early Learning
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., has introduced legislation (S. 1360) to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 and the Head Start Act "to promote child care and early learning." The bill was introduced on April 22 and has 32 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Sherrod Brown,   more

Sen. Stabenow Introduces Bill to Provide for Option to Buy Into Medicare
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., has introduced legislation (S. 1279) to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act "to provide for an option for any citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. age 50 to 64 to buy into Medicare." The bill was introduced on April 21 and has 18 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Richard J. D  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Bill to Honor U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps
WASHINGTON, April 21 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., has introduced legislation (S. 1220) to amend title 38, U.S. Code, "to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II." The bill was introduced on April 19 and has 20 co-sponsors. Co-sponsors include Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Steve Daines, R-Mont., Robert Menendez, D-N.J., Jon Tester, D-Mont., John Hoeven, R-N.D., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Richard  more