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Bill Introductions Involving Colorado Newsletter for Sunday May 07, 2023 ( 41 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Resolution to Recognize Designation of Black Maternal Health Week
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced a resolution on April 13, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 289. A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2023, as the sixth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons; to the C  more

Rep. Alford Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Agriculture Day
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Mo., introduced a resolution on March 21, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 235. A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 21, 2023, as "National Agriculture Day" and celebrating the importance of agriculture as one of the most impactful industries in the United States; to the Committee on Agriculture. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jim Costa, D-Calif., Nikki Budzinski, D-Ill., Tracey   more

Rep. Alford Introduces VA Emergency Transportation Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Mo., introduced the "VA Emergency Transportation Act" on March 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 5. H.R. 1774. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to reimburse veterans for the cost of emergency medical transportation to a Federal facility, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., Greg Steube, R-Fla., Young Kim, R-Calif., John H. Rutherford  more

Rep. Bice Introduces Transparency in College Foreign Payments Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Stephanie I. Bice, R-Okla., introduced the "Transparency in College Foreign Payments Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1739. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to strengthen the disclosure requirements for institutions of higher education related to foreign gifts and contracts; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich., Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., and Pete   more

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., introduced the "Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1617. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to add physical therapists to the list of providers allowed to utilize locum tenens arrangements under Medicare; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently deter  more

Rep. Clyde Introduces Resolution on BATF Rule on Firearms
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a resolution on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 1. H.J. Res. 44. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'Stabilizing Braces'"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cospo  more

Rep. Collins Introduces Testing, Rapid Analysis, & Narcotic Quality Research Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., introduced the "Testing, Rapid Analysis, and Narcotic Quality Research Act" on March 23, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1734. A bill to require coordinated National Institute of Standards and Technology science and research activities regarding illicit drugs containing xylazine, novel synthetic opioids, and other substances of concern, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. T  more

Rep. DeGette Introduces Protection from Cumulative Emissions & Underenforcement of Environmental Law Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Diana DeGette, D-Colo., introduced the "Protection from Cumulative Emissions and Underenforcement of Environmental Law Act" on March 21, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1673. A bill to advance environmental justice by addressing cumulative impacts and underenforcement, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by th  more

Rep. Donalds Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Nuclear Power
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., introduced a concurrent resolution on March 17, 2023. The text of the concurrent resolution was released on May 1. H. Con. Res. 26. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress relating to nuclear power being a necessary clean baseload energy source to achieve a reliable, secure, and green electric grid; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Foster, D-Ill., Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tenn., Jame  more

Rep. Escobar Introduces American Families United Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, introduced the "American Families United Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1698. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote family unity, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Jamie Raskin, D-Md., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., J.   more

Rep. Eshoo Introduces Online Privacy Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif., introduced the "Online Privacy Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2701. A bill to provide for individual rights relating to privacy of personal information, to establish privacy and security requirements for covered entities relating to personal information, and to establish an agency to be known as the Digital Privacy Agency to enforce such rights and requirements, and for other purposes; to the Committee   more

Rep. Feenstra Introduces Quantum in Practice Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, introduced the "Quantum in Practice Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1748. A bill to amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to make certain additions relating to quantum modeling and simulation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., Rick Crawford, R-Ark., Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Young Kim  more

Rep. Gooden Introduces Strengthening Enforcement & Criminalizing Unlawful Records Enabling Flights Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, introduced the "Strengthening Enforcement and Criminalizing Unlawful Records Enabling Flights Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1703. A bill to direct the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration to prohibit the use of certain identification documents at airport security checkpoints, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jake Ellze  more

Rep. Grijalva Introduces A. Donald McEachin Environmental Justice For All Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., introduced the "A. Donald McEachin Environmental Justice For All Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1705. A bill to restore, reaffirm, and reconcile environmental justice and civil rights, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, the Judiciary, Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, and Education and the Workforce, fo  more

Rep. Issa Introduces Bill on Proper Credit for Members of Armed Forces in Female Cultural Support Teams
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., introduced legislation on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1753. A bill to ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service; to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall wi  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced the "Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act" on March 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1679. A bill to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and spouses of Members of Congress, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, House Administration, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined  more

Rep. Johnson Introduces Helping Ensure Life- & Limb-Saving Access to Podiatric Physicians Act
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, introduced the "Helping Ensure Life- and Limb-Saving Access to Podiatric Physicians Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 1. H.R. 1634. A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to cover physician services delivered by podiatric physicians to ensure access by Medicaid beneficiaries to appropriate quality foot and ankle care, to amend title XVIII of such Act to modify the requirements for diabetic s  more

Rep. Johnson Introduces Tribal Firearm Access Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Dusty Johnson, R-S.D., introduced the "Tribal Firearm Access Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1709. A bill to allow members of federally recognized Tribes to use their Tribal government identification documents in obtaining a firearm from a federally licensed firearms dealer; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mary Peltola, D-Alaska, Tom Cole, R-Okla., Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D.  more

Rep. LaMalfa Introduces Resolution on Firearms Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif. introduced a resolution on March 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 3. H. Res. 244. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that mandates imposed on manufacturers requiring inclusion of unproven and unreliable technology in firearms is costly and punitive, and the prohibition of firearms without such features is an infringement on the rights of citizens under the Second Amendment; to the Committee o  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Keep Our Promise to America's Children & Teachers Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., introduced the "Keep Our Promise to America's Children and Teachers Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2715. A bill to require full funding of part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Becca Balint, D-Vt., Nanette D. Barragan,   more

Rep. Leger-Fernandez Introduces Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez, D-N.M., introduced the "Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1757. A bill to provide enhanced student loan relief to educators; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Scott Peters, D-Calif., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Pr  more

Rep. Matsui Introduces Resolution to Recognize Contributions of AmeriCorps Members
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-Calif. introduced a resolution on March 14, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 230. A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Derek Kilmer, D-Wash., Joe Neguse, D-Colo., Garret Graves, R-La., Brendan Boyle,   more

Rep. Moore Introduces Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, introduced the "Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2717. A bill to authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is co  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces Interagency Patent Coordination & Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced the "Interagency Patent Coordination and Improvement Act " on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1717. A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to establish an interagency task force between the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of sharing information and providing technical assistance with respect to patents, and for other purposes; to the Commi  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Native Plant Month
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced a resolution on April 13, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 293. A resolution supporting the designation of April 2023 as "National Native Plant Month"; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Ken Buck, R-Colo., Ed Case, D-Hawaii, and David Joyce, R-Ohio. * * * Supporting the designation of April 2023 as "National Native Plant Month". Whereas native pl  more

Rep. Nehls Introduces Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, introduced the "Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1761. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to raise the retirement age for pilots engaged in commercial aviation operations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Babin, R-Texas, August Pfluger, R-Texas, Barry Moore, R-Ala., Pat Fallon, R-Texa  more

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Resolution to Recognize Duty to Create Green New Deal
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. introduced a resolution on April 25, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 319. A resolution recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, Education and the Workforce, Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Foreign Affairs, Financia  more

Rep. Rosendale Introduces U.S.A. Beef Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., introduced the "U.S.A. Beef Act" on March 14, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1604. A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act to modify requirements for a meat food product of cattle to bear a ``Product of U.S.A.'' label, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., Clay Higgins, R-La., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., and Mary E. Miller  more

Rep. Roy Introduces Healthcare Freedom Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, introduced the "Healthcare Freedom Act" on March 23, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1769. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create health freedom accounts available to all individuals; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Randy Weber, R-Texas, Mark Green, R-Tenn., Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., and Bob Good,   more

Rep. Roy Introduces NIH Reform Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, introduced the "NIH Reform Act" on March 23, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1768. A bill to replace the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases with 3 separate national research institutes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, Harriet Hageman, R-Wyo., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Andy Biggs, R-Ariz.,  more

Rep. Ryan Introduces Bill on Federal Preemption of State Restrictions on Dispensing Medication Abortion
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced the "XXX" on April 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on April 27. H.R. 2573. A bill to express the Sense of Congress with respect to Federal preemption of State restrictions on dispensing medication abortion, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, D-Texas, Ann Kuster, D-N.H., Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., Ritchie Torres,   more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced the "Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1723. A bill to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., Diana DeGette, D-Colo., Norma Torres, D-C  more

Rep. Scott Introduces Do No Harm Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Va., introduced the "Do No Harm Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2725. A bill to amend the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 to protect civil rights and otherwise prevent meaningful harm to third parties, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Jamie Raskin, D-Md., Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa., Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., Gregorio Sabl  more

Rep. Sherman Introduces LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Brad Sherman, D-Calif., introduced the "LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Commemorative Coin Act" on March 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 5. H.R. 1794. A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Frank D. Lucas, R-Okla., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., J. Luis Correa, D-Calif  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Homecare for Seniors Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., introduced the "Homecare for Seniors Act" on March 24, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 5. H.R. 1795. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow qualified distributions from health savings accounts for certain home care expenses; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Katie Porter, D-Calif., Don Bacon, R-Neb., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Mike Flood, R-Neb., Lois Frankel, D-Fla., Bria  more

Rep. Stauber Introduces Lake Winnibigoshish Land Exchange Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., introduced the "Lake Winnibigoshish Land Exchange Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1657. A bill to provide for a land exchange in the Chippewa National Forest, Minnesota, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brad Finstad, R-Minn., Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., Jared Huffman, D-Calif., and Joe Neguse, D-Colo. * * * SECTION 1. Short titl  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Encouraging the EU to DESIGNATE Resolution
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Encouraging the EU to DESIGNATE Resolution" on April 13, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 288. A resolution urging the European Union to expeditiously designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization under Common Position 931, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Katie Porter, D-Calif., Thomas Kean Jr., R-N  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces End Zuckerbucks Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "End Zuckerbucks Act" on March 22, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1725. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit 501(c)(3) organizations from providing direct funding to official election organizations; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Scott Fitzgerald, R-Wis., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Tom C  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces Resolution to Express Sense on Ukrainian Victory
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on April 25, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 322. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Ukrainian victory; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Mike Quigley, D-Ill., Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Bill Pascrell Jr., D-N.J., Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Brendan  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced the "United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act" on March 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 5. H.R. 1777. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a fund for the conduct of collaborative defense projects between the United States and Israel in emerging technologies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jared Golden, D-Maine, Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Jaso  more

Rep. Womack Introduces BNA Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Steve Womack, R-Ark., introduced the "BNA Fairness Act" on March 22, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1732. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income the basic needs allowance of members of the Armed Forces; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Daniel Kildee, D-Mich., Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Robert J. Wittman, R-Va., and Matt Gaetz, R-Fla. * *   more