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Rep. Adams Introduces Closing the Meal Gap Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced the "Closing the Meal Gap Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 3037. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to require that supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits be calculated using the value of the low- cost food plan, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-  more

Rep. Barragan Introduces Returning Home Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., introduced the "Returning Home Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 2994. A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish the Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in eac  more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Climate Emergency
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., introduced a concurrent resolution on May 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Con. Res. 37. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that there is a climate emergency which demands a massive-scale mobilization to halt, reverse, and address its consequences and causes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., Barbara Lee  more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces Small Business Tax Equity Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., introduced the "Small Business Tax Equity Act" on April 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 2643. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow deductions and credits relating to expenditures in connection with marijuana sales conducted in compliance with State law; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., David Joyce, R-Ohio, Barbara Lee, D-C  more

Rep. Carson Introduces National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Andre Carson, D-Ind., introduced the "National Center for the Advancement of Aviation Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2879. A bill to establish the National Center for the Advancement of Aviation; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the ju  more

Rep. Castro Introduces Citizenship for Essential Workers Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, introduced the "Citizenship for Essential Workers Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 3043. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the adjustment of status of essential workers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ted Lieu, D-Calif., Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., Juan C. Vargas,   more

Rep. Courtney Introduces Protecting America's Workers Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Conn., introduced the "Protecting America's Workers Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 2998. A bill to amend the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to expand coverage under the Act, to increase protections for whistleblowers, to increase penalties for high gravity violations, to adjust penalties for inflation, to provide rights for victims or their family members, and for other purposes; to the Committee o  more

Rep. Doggett Introduces Tax-Free Pell Grant Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, introduced the "Tax-Free Pell Grant Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3000. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the exclusion of Pell Grants from gross income, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Joaquin Castro  more

Rep. Espaillat Introduces Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., introduced the "Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 3050. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to alter the definition of "conviction", and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, James McGo  more

Rep. Estes Introduces American Innovation & R&D Competitiveness Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kan., introduced the "American Innovation and R&D Competitiveness Act" on April 18, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 2673. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the deduction for research and experimental expenditures; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. John B. Larson, D-Conn., Darin LaHood, R-Ill., Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, Jimmy Panett  more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Bipartisan Restoring Faith in Government Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Bipartisan Restoring Faith in Government Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3003. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to restrict trading and ownership of certain financial instruments by Members of Congress and their spouses and dependents, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be sub  more

Rep. Gomez Introduces For the 99.5 Percent Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., introduced the "For the 99.5 Percent Act" on April 18, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 2676. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reinstate estate and generation-skipping taxes, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., Rashida Tlaib, D  more

Rep. Green Introduces Original Fair Housing Resolution
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, introduced the "Original Fair Housing Resolution" on April 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Res. 337. A resolution promoting and supporting the goals and ideals of the Fair Housing Act and recognizing April 2023 as ``Fair Housing Month'', which includes bringing attention to the discrimination faced by everyday Americans in the United States in housing and housing-related transactions on the basis of race, color, natio  more

Rep. Ivey Introduces Raise the Age Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., introduced the "Raise the Age Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2870. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit a Federal firearms licensee from selling or delivering certain semiautomatic centerfire rifles or semiautomatic centerfire shotguns to a person under 21 years of age, with exceptions for active duty military personnel and full-time law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; to   more

Rep. Jackson Introduces Scope 3 Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, introduced the "Scope 3 Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 3057. A bill to provide that under the securities laws certain disclosures related to scope 3 greenhouse-gas emissions may not be required; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Pete Sessions, R-Texas, Monica De La Cruz, R-Texas, Rick Crawford  more

Rep. Jacobs Introduces Drug Shortage Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., introduced the "Drug Shortage Prevention Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3008. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide for notification by manufacturers of critical essential medicines of increased demand of such drugs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Colin Allred, D-Texas, Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Lloyd Doggett,  more

Rep. Krishnamoorthi Introduces Ending Trading & Holdings in Congressional Stocks Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., introduced the "Ending Trading and Holdings in Congressional Stocks (ETHICS) Act" on April 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 2678. A bill to amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, to prevent Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from trading stocks and owning stocks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight a  more

Rep. LaHood Introduces Licensing Individual Commercial Exam-takers Now Safely & Efficiently Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill., introduced the "Licensing Individual Commercial Exam-takers Now Safely and Efficiently Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3013. A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to modify certain regulations relating to the requirements for commercial driver's license testing and commercial learner's permit holders, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is co  more

Rep. Lucas Introduces Retirement Fairness for Charities & Educational Institutions Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Frank D. Lucas, R-Okla., introduced the "Retirement Fairness for Charities and Educational Institutions Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 3063. A bill to amend the Federal securities laws to enhance 403(b) plans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., Bill Foster, D-Ill., and Andy Barr, R-Ky. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as  more

Rep. Mills Introduces Reinforcing Sanctions on Iranian Terrorists Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., introduced the "Reinforcing Sanctions on Iranian Terrorists Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3020. A bill to provide for the application of sanctions regarding Mahan Air; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Kevin Hern, R-Okla., Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Chris Smith, R-N.J., Joe Wilson, R-S.C., Brian Babin, R-Texas, and Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif. * *  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces End Gun Violence Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced the "End Gun Violence Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2897. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit the sale or other disposition of any firearm or ammunition to any person who has been convicted of a violent misdemeanor, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., Robin Kelly, D-Ill., J. Luis Correa, D  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces Secure Background Checks Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced the "Secure Background Checks Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2898. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit a person who fails to meet age and residential requirements from shipping, transporting, possessing, or receiving firearms and ammunition, to increase the penalties for transfer of a firearm to any person who is under indictment, and for other purposes; to the Committee o  more

Rep. Norcross Introduces Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., introduced the "Apprenticeship Hubs Across America Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2900. A bill to promote registered apprenticeships, including registered apprenticeships within in-demand industry sectors, through the support of workforce intermediaries, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Angie Craig,   more

Rep. Norcross Introduces Workers' Memorial Day
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., introduced the "Workers' Memorial Day" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3022. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to establish Workers' Memorial Day as a Federal holiday; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Katie Porter, D-Calif., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., Mark Pocan, D-Wis., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Alma S. A  more

Rep. Pressley Introduces Anti-Racism in Public Health Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., introduced the "Anti-Racism in Public Health Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2904. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for public health research and investment into understanding and eliminating structural racism and police violence; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., James McGovern, D-Mass., John Sarbanes, D-Md., Jan  more

Rep. Pressley Introduces Ending Qualified Immunity Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., introduced the "Ending Qualified Immunity Act" on April 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 13. H.R. 2847. A bill to amend the Revised Statutes to remove the defense of qualified immunity in the case of any action under section 1979, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Cori Bus  more

Rep. Quigley Introduces Resolution to Support Designation National Brain Tumor Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Ill., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Res. 355. A resolution supporting the designation of May 2023 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, and Don Bacon, R-Neb. * * * Supporting the designation of May 2023 as "Nati  more

Rep. Rose Introduces Resolution on Importance of Maintaining Cash as Viable Payment Option
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. John Rose, R-Tenn., introduced a resolution on April 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Res. 341. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that it is important to maintain cash as a robust and viable payment option; to the Committee on Financial Services. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, Henry C. Johnson, D-Ga., Bill Posey, R-Fla., Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y.,   more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Equal Health Care for All Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Equal Health Care for All Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 17. H.R. 3068. A bill to prohibit discrimination in health care and require the provision of equitable health care, and for other purposes; 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 case for consideration of such provisions   more

Rep. Schultz Introduces Fair Housing for Survivors Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., introduced the "Fair Housing for Survivors Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2918. A bill to provide protection for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking under the Fair Housing Act; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Su  more

Rep. Scott Introduces National Apprenticeship Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Va., introduced the "National Apprenticeship Act" on April 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 13. H.R. 2851. A bill to amend the Act of August 16, 1937 (commonly referred to as the "National Apprenticeship Act") to expand the national apprenticeship system to include apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and pre- apprenticeships registered under such Act and to promote the furtherance of labor standards necessary to safeguard the w  more

Rep. Scott Introduces Resolution on National Wild Turkey Federation
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Ga., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Res. 358. A resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the National Wild Turkey Federation and recognizing its significant contributions to scientific wildlife management, research, and habitat conservation, as well as promoting and protecting the long- honored outdoor traditions of the United States; to the Committee on Natural  more

Rep. Smucker Introduces Primary Care Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Lloyd Smucker, R-Pa., introduced the "Primary Care Enhancement Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3029. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals with direct primary care service arrangements to remain eligible individuals for purposes of health savings accounts, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y  more

Rep. Sorensen Introduces Stop The Overuse of Petitions & Get Affordable Medicines to Enter Soon Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Ill., introduced the "Stop The Overuse of Petitions and Get Affordable Medicines to Enter Soon Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3030. A bill to amend subsection (q) of section 505 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify the process for denying certain petitions whose primary purpose is to delay the approval of an application submitted under subsection (b)(2) or (j) of such section 505, and for ot  more

Rep. Spanberger Introduces Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., introduced the "Preventing Illegal Weapons Trafficking Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. H.R. 2909. A bill to address the importation and proliferation of machinegun conversion devices; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as f  more

Rep. Stansbury Introduces America's Red Rock Wilderness Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., introduced the "America's Red Rock Wilderness Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3031. A bill to designate as wilderness certain Federal portions of the red rock canyons of the Colorado Plateau and the Great Basin Deserts in the State of Utah for the benefit of present and future generations of people in the United States; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jamie Ra  more

Rep. Steel Introduces Solidify Iran Sanctions Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced the "Solidify Iran Sanctions Act" on April 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 14. H.R. 3033. A bill to repeal the sunset provision of the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, the Judiciary, Ways and Means, and Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each cas  more

Rep. Williams Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Urge El Salvador to Assume International Obligations in Field of Human Rights
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Ga., introduced a concurrent resolution on May 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. H. Con. Res. 39. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress to support the case of Beatriz, a young woman from a rural area of El Salvador, living in extreme poverty and with lupus, who fought for her life against the state to allow her to terminate a pregnancy that put her at risk, which exposed the serious consequences of the abso  more

Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act" on April 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 15. S. 1376. A bill to amend title 9 of the United States Code with respect to arbitration; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Ron Wyden,  more

Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Kids Online Safety Act
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Kids Online Safety Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. S. 1409. A bill to protect the safety of children on the internet; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Bill Cassidy, R-La., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, Gary Peters,   more

Sen. Booker Introduces Ending Forced Arbitration of Race Discrimination Act
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "Ending Forced Arbitration of Race Discrimination Act" on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. S. 1408. A bill to amend title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration of disputes involving race discrimination; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., and Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Endin  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Visitable Inclusive Tax Credits for Accessible Living Act
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Visitable Inclusive Tax Credits for Accessible Living Act" on April 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 15. S. 1377. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to improve the low-income housing credit; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Peter Welch, D-Vt. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act ma  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Adjunct Faculty Loan Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Adjunct Faculty Loan Fairness Act" on April 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 12. S. 1353. A bill to amend section 455(m) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 in order to allow adjunct faculty members to qualify for public service loan forgiveness; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.  more

Sen. Menendez Introduces Resolution to Celebrate Israel 75th Founding Anniversary
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 16. S. Res. 188. A resolution celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. James Risch, R-Idaho, Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Mitt Romney, R-Utah, Christopher Coons, D-Del., Todd You  more

Sen. Murray Introduces Child Care for Working Families Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., introduced the "Child Care for Working Families Act" on April 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 12. S. 1354. A bill to increase the quality and supply of child care and lower child care costs for families; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Tim Kaine, D-Va., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Tammy Baldw  more

Sen. Ossoff Introduces Federal Prison Oversight Act
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., introduced the "Federal Prison Oversight Act " on May 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 16. S. 1401. A bill to establish an inspections regime for the Bureau of Prisons, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Braun, R-Ind., and Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Federal Prison Oversight Act". SEC. 2. Creation of an inspec  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Citizenship for Essential Workers Act
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Citizenship for Essential Workers Act" on May 1, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 15. S. 1392. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the adjustment of status of essential workers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Edward J. Markey,  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act" on April 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 12. S. 1343. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to alter the definition of "conviction", and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Pa  more

Sen. Reed Introduces Resolution to Designate Financial Literacy Month
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I. introduced a resolution on April 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 15. S. Res. 185. A resolution designating April 2023 as "Financial Literacy Month"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tim Scott, R-S.C., Mike Braun, R-Ind., Katie Boyd Britt, R-Ala., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., M  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Sunlight in Workplace Harassment Act
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Sunlight in Workplace Harassment Act" on May 1, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 15. S. 1393. A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require disclosure of [[Page S1441]] payments for settlements of disputes regarding sexual abuse and certain types of harassment and discrimination, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ja  more