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Bill Introductions Involving California Newsletter for Sunday October 22, 2023 ( 55 items )  

Rep. Aguilar Resolution to Elect House Committee Members Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 704. A resolution electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives; considered and agreed to. * * * Resolved, That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Oversight and Accountability: Ms. Tlaib. Attest: Clerk  more

Rep. Barragan Introduces Resolution to Commemorate Legacy of Alejandro Fernandez for Contributions to Mexican Music
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 707. A resolution commemorating the lifetime legacy of Alejandro "El Potrillo" Fernandez for his continued contributions to Mexican music and Latin culture internationally; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., and Juan C. Vargas, D-Cali  more

Rep. Bera Introduces Affordable Rabies Treatment for All Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-Calif., introduced the "Affordable Rabies Treatment for All Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5782. A bill to ensure access to cost-free rabies postexposure prophylaxis; 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 as fall within the jurisdiction of the committ  more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Malnutrition Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 708. A resolution supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 23, 2023, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, Education and the Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each   more

Rep. Bowman Introduces Green New Deal for Public Schools Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., introduced the "Green New Deal for Public Schools Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5784. A bill to establish a Green New Deal for public schools; 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, D-Calif., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., Cori Bush, D-Mo., Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., Andre Carson  more

Rep. Carbajal Introduces Bill to Establish Cybersecurity Risk Inventory, Assessment, and Mitigation Working Group in NNSA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Salud O. Carbajal, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5786. A bill to establish in the National Nuclear Security Administration a Cybersecurity Risk Inventory, Assessment, and Mitigation Working Group; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Don Bacon, R-Neb., and Mike Gallagher, R-Wis. * * * SECTION 1. Cybersecurity Risk Inventory, Assessment, and Mitigation Working G  more

Rep. Carbajal Introduces Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Salud O. Carbajal, D-Calif., introduced the "Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5744. A bill to create a Carbon Dividend Trust Fund for the American people in order to encourage market-driven innovation of clean energy technologies and market efficiencies which will reduce harmful pollution and leave a healthier, more stable, and more prosperous Nation for future generations; to the Committ  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Alice Cogswell & Anne Sullivan Macy Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., introduced the "Alice Cogswell and Anne Sullivan Macy Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5748. A bill to promote and ensure delivery of high- quality special education and related services to children and youth who are blind or visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, deafdisabled, or deafblind through instructional methodologies meeting their unique language and learning needs, to enhance accountabi  more

Rep. Chu Introduces Resolution to Honor Thai-American Garment Workers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 710. A resolution honoring the Thai-American garment workers who opened the country's eyes to sweatshop conditions in the United States and, against all odds, expanded rights for immigrant workers and survivors of human trafficking while holding corporations responsible for the conditions in which their clothes are made; to the Committee on Educa  more

Rep. Cohen Introduces Nationally Enhancing the Well-being of Babies through Outreach & Research Now Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., introduced the "Nationally Enhancing the Well-being of Babies through Outreach and Research Now Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5789. A bill to authorize funding for the creation and implementation of infant mortality pilot programs in standard metropolitan statistical areas with high rates of infant mortality, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by   more

Rep. Davidson Introduces Define the Mission Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, introduced the "Define the Mission Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5791. A bill to require a comprehensive report that contains a strategy for United States involvement in Ukraine; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, Cory Mills, R-Fla., Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Clay Higgins, R-La  more

Rep. DeLauro Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Diaper Need Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 713. A resolution recognizing the importance of diapers to infant health and family well-being, and expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18-24, 2023, as "National Diaper Need Awareness Week"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif. * * * Reco  more

Rep. DeSaulnier Introduces Offshore Oil and Gas Worker Whistleblower Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., introduced the "Offshore Oil and Gas Worker Whistleblower Protection Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5792. A bill to provide whistleblower protections to certain workers in the offshore oil and gas industry; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Offshore Oil and Gas Worker Whistleblower Protection Act". SEC. 2. Whistleblower  more

Rep. Dingell Introduces Elijah E. Cummings Family Asthma Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced the "Elijah E. Cummings Family Asthma Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5749. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with regard to research on asthma, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., and Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be   more

Rep. Ferguson Introduces Bill on Limitation on Downward Attribution of Stock Ownership
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. A. Drew Ferguson, R-Ga., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5751. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the limitation on downward attribution of stock ownership in applying constructive ownership rules; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., Ron Estes, R-Kan., Bradley Schneider, D-Ill., Michelle Steel, R-Calif., and Jimmy Pa  more

Rep. Foster Introduces Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bill Foster, D-Ill., introduced the "Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5797. A bill to provide for punishments for immigration-related fraud, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. James McGovern, D-Mass., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Grace Meng, D-N.Y., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., Mike Quigley, D-Ill., Paul Tonko,  more

Rep. Gomez Introduces Bill to Designate U.S. Courthouse As "Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez United States Courthouse"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5754. A bill to designate the United States courthouse located at 350 W. 1st Street, Los Angeles, California, as the "Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez United States Courthouse"; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., Salud O. Car  more

Rep. Grothman Introduces Employee Business Expense Deduction Reinstatement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., introduced the "Employee Business Expense Deduction Reinstatement Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5802. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow unreimbursed employee expenses to be taken into account as miscellaneous itemized deductions; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., Mike Garcia, R-Calif., George Santos, R-N  more

Rep. Harder Introduces Protect Families from Toxic Algal Blooms Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Josh Harder, D-Calif., introduced the "Protect Families from Toxic Algal Blooms Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5756. A bill to amend the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 to permit the sale of technologies to certain water and irrigation districts to expedite the removal of harmful algal blooms, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S  more

Rep. Hayes Introduces WIC for Kids Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., introduced the "WIC for Kids Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5757. A bill to amend the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to extend certain certification periods for the special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Shontel Brown, D  more

Rep. Huizenga Introduces Fiscal Commission Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., introduced the "Fiscal Commission Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5779. A bill to establish a commission on fiscal responsibility and reform; to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. The bill is cospo  more

Rep. Jackson Lee Introduces Oleksander Ivanov Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, introduced the "Oleksander Ivanov Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5800. A bill to authorize the imposition of sanctions to combat the mass abduction of Ukrainian children to Russia and areas of Ukraine that are temporarily occupied by Russian forces, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently dete  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Climate Resilience Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced the "Climate Resilience Workforce Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5760. A bill to establish a climate resilience workforce, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Oversight and Accountability, the Judiciary, Transportation and Infrastructure, Ways and Means, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Fina  more

Rep. Khanna Introduces Bill to Report on End Items Country of Origin Procured by DoD
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5714. A bill to require the Comptroller General of the United States to report on the country of origin of end items and components procured by Department of Defense, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Comptroller General study and report on country of origin of end items and components procured by Department of  more

Rep. Kim Introduces Health Communication Access & Resources for Everyone Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., introduced the "Health Communication Access and Resources for Everyone Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5762. A bill to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to research and design a graphic symbol to indicate when linguistic access materials and services are available for a health program, product, or service, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cospo  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Black Panther Party National Historical Park Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., introduced the "Black Panther Party National Historical Park Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5719. A bill to establish the Black Panther Party National Historical Park in the State of California, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Black Panther Party National Historical Park Act". SEC. 2. Findings. SEC. 3. Purp  more

Rep. Leger-Fernandez Introduces Support Water-Efficient Strategies & Technologies Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez, D-N.M., introduced the "Support Water-Efficient Strategies and Technologies Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5764. A bill to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to increase payments for drought-resilient or water-saving practices and to provide additional payments for perennial production systems, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. David G. Valada  more

Rep. Levin Introduces Passports for Purple Hearts Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-Calif., introduced the "Passports for Purple Hearts Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5765. A bill to amend the Passport Act of 1920 to exempt from the collection of certain passport fees an individual who was awarded the Purple Heart, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Scott Peters, D-Calif., and Amata Radewagen, R-A.S. * * *   more

Rep. Mace Introduces Rape Kit Backlog Progress Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., introduced the "Rape Kit Backlog Progress Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5721. A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to require certain reporting on sexual assault kit testing; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif., An  more

Rep. Panetta Introduces Making Imperiled Communities Resistant to Outages with Generation that is Resilient, Islandable, & Distributed Extension Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., introduced the "Making Imperiled Communities Resistant to Outages with Generation that is Resilient, Islandable, and Distributed Extension Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5807. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the energy credit with respect to microgrid controllers; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1  more

Rep. Panetta Introduces National Instant Criminal Background Check System Data Integrity Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., introduced the "National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Data Integrity Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5727. A bill to require the search and retention of certain records with respect to conducting criminal background checks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "National Instant Criminal Background C  more

Rep. Porter Introduces California Clean School Bus Equity Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., introduced the "California Clean School Bus Equity Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5809. A bill to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to remove a limitation on amounts provided under the clean school bus program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "California Clean School Bus Equity Act". SEC. 2. Clean school  more

Rep. Pressley Introduces Fair Pay for Federal Contractors Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., introduced the "Fair Pay for Federal Contractors Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5810. A bill to provide back pay to Federal contractors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdicti  more

Rep. Sanchez Introduces No Glory for Hate Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., introduced the "No Glory for Hate Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5812. A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds for the commemoration of certain former Presidents, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Armed Services, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequen  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5814. A bill making appropriations for certain Federal housing programs in the event of a Government shutdown; to the Committee on Appropriations. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Funding for section 8 rental   more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Eviction Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Eviction Protection Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5816. A bill to establish an Office of Eviction Prevention in the Department of Housing and Urban Development and to authorize funding for the Eviction Protection Grant Program of such Department, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., Kevin Mullin  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Head Start Expansion & Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Head Start Expansion and Improvement Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5815. A bill to amend the Head Start Act to expand and improve participation in Head Start programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., and Greg Landsman, D-Ohio. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Thi  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Passport Application, Staffing, & Service Process Optimization Reform & Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Passport Application, Staffing, and Service Process Optimization Reform and Transparency Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5817. A bill to expand and codify a pilot program to provide notification of expiration of passports, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Ted Lieu, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be c  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Bill to Clarify Treatment of Distributions From Health Savings Accounts for Long-Term Care Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5774. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to clarify the treatment of distributions from health savings accounts for long-term care services; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Clarification of treatment of distributions from health savings account for long-term car  more

Rep. Steel Introduces Connecting Our Medical Providers with Links to Expand Tailored & Effective Care Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced the "Connecting Our Medical Providers with Links to Expand Tailored and Effective Care Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5819. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide incentives for behavioral health integration under the Medicare program; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently de  more

Rep. Stevens Introduces Union Auto Workers Job Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., introduced the "Union Auto Workers Job Protection Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5735. A bill to require information about the motor vehicle plant in which vehicles are assembled for Federal procurement, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Daniel Kildee, D-Mich., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., Chris Deluzio, D-Pa.  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Technology for Energy Security Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Technology for Energy Security Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5820. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the energy credit for qualified fuel cell property; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Mike Carey, R-Ohio, and John B. Larson, D-Conn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "T  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Federal Emergency Management Advancement of Equity Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss., introduced the "Federal Emergency Management Advancement of Equity Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5775. A bill to ensure greater equity in Federal disaster assistance policies and programs by authorizing an equity steering group and equity advisor within the Federal Emergency Management Agency, improving data collection to measure disparate outcomes and participation barriers, requiring equity c  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Mental Health Research Accelerator Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., introduced the "Mental Health Research Accelerator Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5821. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a credit against tax for expenses for translational research regarding neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric conditions; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Thi  more

Rep. Torres Introduces Indigenous Peoples' Day Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Norma Torres, D-Calif., introduced the "Indigenous Peoples' Day Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5822. A bill to designate Indigenous Peoples' Day as a legal public holiday and replace the term "Columbus Day" with the term "Indigenous Peoples' Day", and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., and Suzanne  more

Rep. Watson Coleman Introduces Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., introduced the "Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5776. A bill to establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Donald M.  more

Rep. Wexton Introduces Shutdown Guidance for Financial Institutions Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jennifer Wexton, D-Va., introduced the "Shutdown Guidance for Financial Institutions Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5739. A bill to require the Federal financial regulators to issue guidance encouraging financial institutions to work with consumers and businesses affected by a Federal Government shutdown, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a pe  more

Sen. Bennet Introduces Resolution to Recognize Importance of Access to Clean Drinking Water for Native Americans
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Michael Bennet, D-Colo., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 355. A resolution recognizing the critical importance of access to reliable, clean drinking water for Native Americans and affirming the responsibility of the Federal Government to ensure such water access; to the Committee on Indian Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, Ron Wyden, D  more

Sen. Crapo Resolution to Support Goals of National Forensic Science Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 359. A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., James Risch, R-Idaho, John Cornyn, R-Texas, Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Register America to Vote Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Register America to Vote Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2841. A bill to improve voter access to the ballot box through automatic voter registration, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Rules and Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Tim Kaine  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Same Day Registration Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Same Day Registration Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2843. A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require States to provide for same day voter registration; to the Committee on Rules and Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif.  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Save Voters Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Save Voters Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2842. A bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to clarify that a State may not use an individual's failure to vote as the basis for initiating the procedures provided under such Act for the removal of the individual from the official list of registered voters in the State on the grounds that the individual has changed residen  more

Sen. Reed Resolution to Support Designation of National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 358. A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of September 17 through 23, 2023, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., Todd Young, R-Ind., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., and Shel  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Part-Time Worker Bill of Rights Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2850. A bill to extend protections to part-time workers in the areas of family and medical leave and to ensure equitable treatment in the workplace; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Ro  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Schedules That Work Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Schedules That Work Act " on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2851. A bill to permit employees to request changes to their work schedules without fear of retaliation and to ensure that employers consider these requests, and to require employers to provide more predictable and stable schedules for employees in certain occupations with evidence of unpredictable and unstable scheduling practices   more