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Bill Introductions Involving Pennsylvania Newsletter for Sunday June 04, 2023 ( 38 items )  

Rep. Burgess Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on May 10, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 30. H. Res. 384. A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2023 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Angie Craig, D-Minn., Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., Chris Pappas, D-N.H., Don Bacon, R-Neb., Troy Balders  more

Rep. Davidson Introduces Joint Resolution to Repeal Sixteenth Article of Amendment
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, introduced a joint resolution on March 30, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 30. H.J. Res. 47. A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the sixteenth article of amendment; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, and Scott Perry, R-Pa. * * * Proposing   more

Rep. Deluzio Introduces Build, Utilize, Invest, Learn, & Deliver for Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., introduced the "Build, Utilize, Invest, Learn, and Deliver for Veterans Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 26. H.R. 3225. A bill to improve the management and performance of the capital asset programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs so as to better serve veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Frank J. Mrv  more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 26. H.R. 3228. A bill to establish the Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program to increase the recruitment and retention of school-based mental health services providers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine * * * SECTION 1. S  more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Stop Foreign Funds in Elections Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 26. H.R. 3229. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to apply the prohibition against contributions and donations by foreign nationals in connection with elections to contributions or donations in connection with ballot initiatives and referenda; to the Committee on House Administration. The bill is cosponsored b  more

Rep. Golden Introduces Bill to Authorize Immediate Expulsion of Inadmissible Aliens Attempting to Enter U.S. By Fraud
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, introduced legislation on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 28. H.R. 3234. A bill to authorize the immediate expulsion of inadmissible aliens attempting to enter the United States by fraud or without a necessary entry document, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for considerat  more

Rep. Jacobs Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Support Goals of International Transgender Day of Visibility
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., introduced a concurrent resolution on March 30, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 30. H. Con. Res. 32. Concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of International Transgender Day of Visibility; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Becca Balint, D-Vt., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Cori Bush, D-M  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Resolution on Transgender Bill of Rights
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced a resolution on March 30, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 30. H. Res. 269. A resolution recognizing that it is the duty of the Federal Government to develop and implement a Transgender Bill of Rights to protect and codify the rights of transgender and nonbinary people under the law and ensure their access to medical care, shelter, safety, and economic security; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and  more

Rep. Joyce Introduces Bill to Amend Title XVIII of Social Security Act
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. John Joyce, R-Pa., introduced legislation on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 28. H.R. 3237. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require each off-campus outpatient department of a provider to include a unique identifier on claims for items and services, and to require providers with a department of a provider to submit to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services an attestation with respect to each such department; to the  more

Rep. Joyce Introduces Broadband Competition & Efficient Deployment Act
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. John Joyce, R-Pa., introduced the "Broadband Competition and Efficient Deployment Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 3288. A bill to provide that a project for the collocation of a telecommunications service facility is not subject to requirements to prepare certain environmental or historical preservation reviews; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be sub  more

Rep. LaHood Introduces Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill., introduced the "Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3238. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform the low-income housing credit, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Vern Buchanan, R  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Advancing Equity Through the Arts & Humanities Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., introduced the "Advancing Equity Through the Arts and Humanities Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3239. A bill to address systemic racism through the arts and humanities in the United States; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Andrew Kim, D-N.J., Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa  more

Rep. Meeks Introduces Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., introduced the "Sanction Russian Nuclear Safety Violators Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3246. A bill to authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to any foreign person endangering the integrity or safety of the Zaporzhzhia nuclear power plant; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in e  more

Rep. Payne Introduces Freight Rail Workforce Health & Safety Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., introduced the "Freight Rail Workforce Health and Safety Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3255. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, with respect to sick leave for certain employees of Class I railroads, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Nikki Budzinski, D-Ill., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Troy Car  more

Rep. Pfluger Introduces Preventing Executive Climate Overreach Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, introduced the "Preventing Executive Climate Overreach Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3256. A bill to provide that Executive Order 14096 shall have no force or effect; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisi  more

Rep. Quigley Introduces RIDE for Ukraine Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Ill., introduced the "RIDE for Ukraine Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3259. A bill to make nationals of Ukraine who are present in the United States eligible for REAL ID benefits, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, and Larry Bucshon, R-Ind. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cite  more

Rep. Sanchez Introduces Strengthening Social Security Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., introduced the "Strengthening Social Security Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3261. A bill to improve the retirement security of United States families by strengthening Social Security; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall   more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Respect, Advancement, & Increasing Support for Educators Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Respect, Advancement, and Increasing Support for Educators Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3264. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a refundable tax credit for certain teachers as a supplement to State efforts to provide teachers with a livable wage, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the  more

Rep. Stauber Introduces Joint Resolution on Endangered Species Status for Northern Long-Eared Bat
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., introduced a joint resolution on March 30, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 30. H.J. Res. 49. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for Northern Long-Eared Bat"; to the Committee on Natural Res  more

Rep. Steel Introduces Permanent Tax Cuts for American Families Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced the "Permanent Tax Cuts for American Families Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3270. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently increase the standard deduction; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., David Kustoff, R-Tenn., Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, A. Drew Ferguson, R-Ga., Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Randy  more

Rep. Stefanik Introduces WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., introduced the "WWII Nurses Congressional Gold Medal Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 27. H.R. 3272. A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the brave women who served in World War II as members of the U.S. Army Nurse Corps and U.S. Navy Nurse Corps; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by th  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Resolution to Supporting Goals of National Women's History Month
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on March 30, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 30. H. Res. 273. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Jim Costa, D-  more

Rep. Underwood Introduces Maternal Health for Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., introduced the "Maternal Health for Veterans Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 3303. A bill to provide support for programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to the coordination of maternity health care, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Julia Brownley, D-Calif., and Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa. * * * SECTION   more

Rep. Underwood Introduces Protecting Moms & Babies Against Climate Change Act
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., introduced the "Protecting Moms and Babies Against Climate Change Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 3302. A bill to protect Moms and babies against climate change, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Earl Blumenauer  more

Rep. Velazquez Introduces Healthy Future Students & Earth Pilot Program Act
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., introduced the "Healthy Future Students and Earth Pilot Program Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 28. H.R. 3276. A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to establish a pilot grant program to make grants to school food authorities to provide 100 percent plant-based food and milk options, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by R  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act" on March 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 31. S. 844. A bill to authorize the declaration of a hazardous train event, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. John Fetterman, D-Pa., and Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Assistance fo  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act" on March 15, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 29. S. 818. A bill to promote affordable access to evidence- based opioid treatments under the Medicare program and require coverage of medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders, opioid overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services by health plans without cost- sharing requirement  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Medicare & Medicaid Dental, Vision, & Hearing Benefit Act
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Medicare and Medicaid Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act" on March 16, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 31. S. 842. A bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of dental and oral health services, vision services, and hearing services under the Medicare and Medicaid programs; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Benjamin Cardin,   more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Sensible Classification Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced the "Sensible Classification Act" on May 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 24. S. 1518. A bill to improve the classification and declassification of national security information, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mark R. Warner, D-Va., Jerry Moran, R-Kan., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Mi  more

Sen. Hirono Introduces Resolution on Designation of National Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Mental Health Day
WASHINGTON, May 31 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, introduced a resolution on May 10, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 24. S. Res. 205. A resolution supporting the designation of May 10, 2023, as "National Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Mental Health Day"; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., Catherine Cortez Masto, D-N  more

Sen. Merkley Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of National Nurses Week
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced a resolution on May 9, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 25. S. Res. 201. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2023; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Tina Smith, D-Minn., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Catherine  more

Sen. Sanders Introduces Universal School Meals Program Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., introduced the "Universal School Meals Program Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 29. S. 1568. A bill to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 and the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act to make breakfasts and lunches free for all children, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., Ma  more

Sen. Schatz Introduces Improved Transportation Consumer Protection Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, introduced the "Improved Transportation Consumer Protection Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 29. S. 1551. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to establish an Office of Consumer Protection in the Department of Transportation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Peter Welch, D-Vt., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., John Fetterman, D-Pa.,   more

Sen. Schatz Introduces State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, introduced the "State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act" on March 16, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on June 1. S. 867. A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Mazie K. Hir  more

Sen. Stabenow Introduces Educating Future Nurses Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., introduced the "Educating Future Nurses Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 29. S. 1586. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a national graduate nurse education program; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., and Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Educating Future Nurses Act". SE  more

Sen. Warner Introduces Classification Reform Act
WASHINGTON, May 28 -- Sen. Mark R. Warner, D-Va., introduced the "Classification Reform Act" on May 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 24. S. 1541. A bill to provide for a system to classify information in the interests of national security and a system to declassify such information, and for other purposes; to the Select Committee on Intelligence. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Jerry Moran, R-Kan., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Martin H  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Secure Viable Banking Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Secure Viable Banking Act" on March 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 29. S. 817. A bill to repeal title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Bernie Sanders,   more

Sen. Welch Introduces Opportunities in Organic Act
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., introduced the "Opportunities in Organic Act" on May 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 29. S. 1582. A bill to amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to expand the national organic certification cost-share program into a comprehensive organic program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Robert  more