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GOVERNMENT - Bill Introductions Newsletter for Sunday October 22, 2023 ( 177 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Land-Grant Research Equity & Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced the "Land-Grant Research Equity and Accountability Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5780. A bill to amend the Food and Agriculture Act of 1977 and the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 to modify provisions relating to matching funds requirements for research and extension activities at eligible institutions and related reporting requirements; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is co  more

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. Armstrong Introduces Bill to Permit Payments to Be Made to Law Firms of Court Appointed Attorneys
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., introduced legislation on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5781. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to permit payments to be made to the law firms of court appointed attorneys, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md. * * * SECTION 1. Adequate representation of defendants.  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. Beyer Introduces Digital Asset Market Structure & Investor Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., introduced the "Digital Asset Market Structure and Investor Protection Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5745. A bill to provide for the regulation of digital assets, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions  more

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., introduced the "Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5746. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of supplemental benefits to certain Medicare Advantage enrollees; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in ea  more

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Bill on Veterans Physical Copies of Forms
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5697. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure veterans may obtain a physical copy of a certain form by mail or at medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Chris Pappas, D-N.H. * * * SECTION 1. Requirement for Secretary   more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces Crop Insurance Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., introduced the "Crop Insurance Transparency Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5747. A bill to amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act to increase transparency with respect to crop insurance, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Crop Insurance Transparency Act". SEC. 2.   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. Budzinski Introduces Bill to Modify Requirements of Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Nikki Budzinski, D-Ill., introduced legislation on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5785. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the requirements of the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Modifications to Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship.  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. Carey Introduces Veterans HSA Access Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, introduced the "Veterans HSA Access Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5787. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow, without regard to disability, individuals eligible for veterans benefits to contribute to health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jared Golden, D-Maine, Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, and Nicole Malliotakis,  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. Cherfilus-McCormick Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Cholesterol Education Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 709. A resolution supporting the designation of September 2023, as "National Cholesterol Education Month", and September 30, 2023, as LDL-C Awareness Day; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Kat Cammack, R-Fla., Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Jan Sc  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. Cline Introduces Subpoena Compliance Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Ben Cline, R-Va., introduced the "Subpoena Compliance Accountability Act" Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 706. A resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit the appropriation of funds for the salary of any officer or employee of the Federal Government who is convicted of contempt of Congress; to the Committee on Rules. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This resolution may be cited as the "Subpoe  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. Cohen Introduces Reducing Obesity in Youth Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., introduced the "Reducing Obesity in Youth Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5788. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to promote healthy eating and physical activity among children; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., and Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act   more

Rep. Crawford Introduces Prioritizing Offensive Agricultural Disputes & Enforcement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., introduced the "Prioritizing Offensive Agricultural Disputes and Enforcement Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5790. A bill to provide for the establishment of a task force to identify trade barriers to United States agricultural exports and carry out other related duties; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Clay Higgins, R-La., Troy Carter, D-La., Frank D. Lucas, R-Okla  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. Dingell Introduces Veterans Affairs Peer Review Neutrality Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced the "Veterans Affairs Peer Review Neutrality Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5794. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate conflicts of interest in conduct of quality management and administrative investigations by the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Mich. * *  more

Rep. Dingell Introduces Water Access Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced the "Water Access Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5793. A bill to appropriate $500 million to the low- income household water assistance program under section 2912 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., and Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Thi  more

Rep. Donalds Introduces Green Nuclear Fertilizer Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., introduced the "Green Nuclear Fertilizer Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5750. A bill to direct the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the Secretary of Energy, and the Secretary of Agriculture to collaborate to determine the feasibility of creating the Green Nuclear Fertilizer Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a pe  more

Rep. Donalds Introduces Natural Disaster Transparency Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., introduced the "Natural Disaster Transparency Enhancement Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5795. A bill to direct the heads of Federal agencies and departments to publish certain data with respect to disaster relief, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Natural Disaster Transparency Enhancement Act".  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. Fischbach Introduces Bill on Contributions to Health Savings Accounts
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5709. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals entitled to Medicare Part A to make contributions to health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. * * * SECTION 1. Individuals entitled to part A of Medicare by reason of age allowed to contribute to health savings accounts.  more

Rep. Fischbach Introduces Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., introduced the "Protecting Rural Seniors' Access to Care Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5796. A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from finalizing a proposed rule regarding minimum staffing for nursing facilities, and to establish an advisory panel on the nursing home workforce; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means,   more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Opening Plans to Individuals & Offering New Services for Mental Health Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Opening Plans to Individuals and Offering New Services for Mental Health Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5752. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow first-dollar coverage of mental health services for purposes of health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. David Trone, D-Md. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This A  more

Rep. Flood Introduces Uniform Treatment of Custodial Assets Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., introduced the "Uniform Treatment of Custodial Assets Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5741. A bill to prohibit certain Federal agencies from requiring certain institutions to include assets held in custody as a liability, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., J. French Hill, R-Ark., and Wiley Nickel, D-N.C. * * * SECTION  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. Gallagher Introduces Bill to Reactivate, Repurpose Canceling Funds to Deter Chinese Communist Party
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5753. A bill to reactivate and repurpose canceling funds to deter the Chinese Communist Party before such funds are extracted from the Department of Defense on October 1, 2023; to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration  more

Rep. Garbarino Introduces Protecting Our Nation's Capital Emergency Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., introduced the "Protecting Our Nation's Capital Emergency Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5798. A bill to restore the right to negotiate matters pertaining to the discipline of law enforcement officers of the District of Columbia through collective bargaining, to restore the statute of limitations for bringing disciplinary cases against members or civilian employees of the Metropolitan Police Dep  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. Gonzales Introduces James R. Dominguez Memorial Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, introduced the "James R. Dominguez Memorial Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5799. A bill to designate the checkpoint of the United States Border Patrol located on United States Highway 90 West in Uvalde County, Texas, as the "James R. Dominguez Border Patrol Checkpoint"; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, Vicente Gonzalez, D  more

Rep. Gottheimer Introduces Preventing Overdoses with Test Strips Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., introduced the "Preventing Overdoses with Test Strips Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5801. A bill to ensure that expenses relating to the acquisition or use of devices for use in the detection of fentanyl, xylazine, and other emerging adulterant substances, including test strips, are allowable expenses under certain grant programs; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by  more

Rep. Graves Introduces Airport & Airway Extension Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo., introduced the "Airport and Airway Extension Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5711. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in add  more

Rep. Grothman Introduces Bill to Designate Facility As "Trooper Trevor J. Casper Post Office Building"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5712. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 220 Fremont Street in Kiel, Wisconsin, as the "Trooper Trevor J. Casper Post Office Building"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., Mark Pocan, D-Wis., Derrick Van Orden, R-Wis., Gwen M  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. Higgins Introduces Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., introduced the "Homeland Security Fentanyl Enforcement Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5713. A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to authorize Homeland Security Investigations to perform certain drug enforcement functions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determ  more

Rep. Horsford Introduces Bill on Reimbursement of Costs Incurred as Result of Government Shutdowns
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nev., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5758. A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to reimburse employees of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia, Federal contractors, and the States for certain costs incurred as a result of a Government shutdown, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. * * * SECTION 1. Reimbursement for individual  more

Rep. Horsford Introduces Grid Resiliency Tax Credit Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Steven Horsford, D-Nev., introduced the "Grid Resiliency Tax Credit Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5803. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a tax credit for installation of regionally significant electric power transmission lines; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Grid Resiliency Ta  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. Introduces Bill on National Park System
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. John R. Curtis, R-Utah, introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5743. A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to repay States for amounts expended by States to operate units of the National Park System during a Government shutdown; to the Committee on Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Repayment of State funds used to operate units of the National Park System during a Government shutdown.  more

Rep. Jackson Introduces Post Quantum Cybersecurity Standards Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jeff Jackson, D-N.C., introduced the "Post Quantum Cybersecurity Standards Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5759. A bill to amend the National Quantum Initiative Act and the Cyber Security Research and Development Act to advance the rapid deployment of post quantum cybersecurity standards across the United States economy, support United States cryptography research, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space,   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. Kean Introduces Ukraine Security Assistance & Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., introduced the "Ukraine Security Assistance and Oversight Supplemental Appropriations Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 13. H.R. 5692. A bill making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations. * * * Making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes. Be   more

Rep. Kelly Introduces Opportunity Zones Transparency, Extension, & Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., introduced the "Opportunity Zones Transparency, Extension, and Improvement Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5761. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the rules relating to qualified opportunity zones, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Daniel Kildee, D-Mich., Carol Miller, R-W.Va., and Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala. * * * SECTION   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. Kilmer Introduces Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Derek Kilmer, D-Wash., introduced the "Mental Health Infrastructure Improvement Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5804. A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make loans and loan guarantees for planning, constructing, or renovating pediatric or adult mental health treatment facilities and pediatric or adult substance use disorder treatment facilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energ  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. Krishnamoorthi Introduces Tobacco Tax Equity Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., introduced the "Tobacco Tax Equity Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5715. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax rate parity among all tobacco products, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Tobacco Tax Equity Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Increasing excise taxes on cigarettes and establishing e  more

Rep. LaHood Introduces Health Savings for Families Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill., introduced the "Health Savings for Families Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5716. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow contributions to a health savings account when a spouse has a health flexible spending account; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Health Savings fo  more

Rep. LaLota Introduces No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., introduced the "No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5717. A bill to provide that sanctuary jurisdictions that provide benefits to aliens who are present in the United States without lawful status under the immigration laws are ineligible for Federal funds intended to benefit such aliens; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Nick Langworthy, R-N.  more

Rep. Latta Introduces Nuclear Fuel Security Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio, introduced the "Nuclear Fuel Security Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5718. A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to establish a Nuclear Fuel Security Program, expand the American Assured Fuel Supply Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, i  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. Lee Introduces Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., introduced the "Jimmy Deal Trafficking Survivors Assistance Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5720. A bill to assist trafficking survivors who lack government issued identification in accessing air travel, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., Don Davis, D-N.C., Don Bacon, R-Neb., and Gwen Moore, D-Wis. * * * SECTION 1. Short t  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. Miller Introduces Bill to Update Upper Mississippi River Levee, Floodwall Design Standards
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5722. A bill to require the Corps of Engineers to update Upper Mississippi River levee and floodwall design standards, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Bost, R-Ill., Eric Sorensen, D-Ill., and Darin LaHood, R-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Upper Mississippi River levee and fl  more

Rep. Miller Introduces Increasing American Ferrosilicon Production Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-W.Va., introduced the "Increasing American Ferrosilicon Production Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5766. A bill to increase the rate of duty applicable to certain ferrosilicon produced in the Russian Federation or the Republic of Belarus and to require a domestic production assessment before increasing rates of duty applicable to products of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus under the Suspend  more

Rep. Miller Introduces No Work, No Pay Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, introduced the "No Work, No Pay Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5805. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit Members of Congress from making direct and personal solicitations of campaign funds or making campaign expenditures during a government shutdown, to reduce the pay of Members of Congress if a government shutdown takes effect, and for other purposes; to the Committee o  more

Rep. Molinaro Introduces Leveraging Efficiency Awareness for Pumping Systems Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "Leveraging Efficiency Awareness for Pumping Systems Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5723. A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to provide information and education tools to farmers on the cost savings, energy savings, water conservation, and carbon emissions reductions that can be realized through the use of energy-efficient pumping systems, and for other purposes; to the Co  more

Rep. Moolenaar Introduces Training Assignments for Student Knowledge Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., introduced the "Training Assignments for Student Knowledge Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5742. A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide that tasks and services performed by certain individuals in postsecondary vocational institutions not be treated as employment; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Tr  more

Rep. Mooney Introduces No Gun Rights Infringement Sham Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va., introduced the "No Gun Rights Infringement Sham Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5767. A bill to prohibit any State that suspends open or concealed firearm carry licenses from receiving Federal financial assistance; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Barry Moore, R-Ala., Carol Miller, R-W.Va., Andy Ogles,  more

Rep. Moore Introduces Advancing Health Savings Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, introduced the "Advancing Health Savings Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5690. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for certain distributions from a health savings account for medical expenses incurred during the 60-day period before the account was established; to the Committee on Ways and Means. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Advancing Health Sav  more

Rep. Moore Introduces University of Utah Research Park Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, introduced the "University of Utah Research Park Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5768. A bill to release the reversionary interest of the United States in certain non-Federal land in Salt Lake City, Utah, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. John R. Curtis, R-Utah, and Burgess Owens, R-Utah. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be ci  more

Rep. Morelle Introduces Family Friendly Schools Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., introduced the "Family Friendly Schools Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5769. A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to provide grants to local educational agencies to establish "Family Friendly School" policies at 500 elementary schools that align the school day with the work day to better support working families and to disseminate the learnings from these model school  more

Rep. Moskowitz Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Authorize Use of Capitol Grounds for Congressional Sneaker Caucus Shoe Drive
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla., introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Con. Res. 65. Concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Congressional Sneaker Caucus Shoe Drive for the Homeless Community; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore. * * * Authorizing the use of the Capitol Ground  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces Civic Corps Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced the "Civic Corps Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5724. A bill to amend the National and Community Service Act of 1990 to establish a pilot Civic Corps; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Civic Corps Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Civic Corps.  more

Rep. Neguse Introduces Water Data Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Colo., introduced the "Water Data Improvement Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5770. A bill to reauthorize certain United States Geological Survey water data enhancement programs; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Water Data Improvement Act". SEC. 2. Water data enhancement by United State  more

Rep. Norman Introduces No Congressionally Obligated Recurring Revenue Used as Pensions To Incarcerated Officials Now Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., introduced the "No Congressionally Obligated Recurring Revenue Used as Pensions To Incarcerated Officials Now Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5725. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for the halt in pension payments for Members of Congress sentenced for certain offenses, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight a  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Effective International Response to Crisis in Ukraine
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Con. Res. 66. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of a coordinated and effective international response to the crisis in Ukraine and in support of the use of reparations paid by Russia for Ukrainian recovery and reconstruction efforts while ensuring that, to the extent possible, the burden of funding Ukraine's r  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces No Work, No Pay Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced the "No Work, No Pay Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5772. A bill to impose a fine on Members of Congress in the event of a Government shutdown, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Accountability, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions   more

Rep. Nunn Introduces People Before Politics Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced the "People Before Politics Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5771. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit Members of Congress from making direct and personal solicitations of campaign funds when a Government shutdown is in effect, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "People B  more

Rep. Ogles Introduces Denying Pensions to Convicted Child Molesters Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., introduced the "Denying Pensions to Convicted Child Molesters Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5726. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to deny Federal retirement benefits to individuals convicted of child sex abuse; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Denying Pensions to Convicted Child Molesters Act of 2023". SEC. 2.  more

Rep. Ogles Introduces Ending Chemical Abortions Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., introduced the "Ending Chemical Abortions Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5806. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit chemical abortions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Randy Weber, R-Texas, Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Barry Moore, R-Ala., Trent Kelly, R-Miss., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz  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. Perez Introduces Government Shutdown Impact Report Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., introduced the "Government Shutdown Impact Report Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5728. A bill to direct the Congressional Budget Office to submit daily reports during the period in which a Government shutdown is in effect on the effects of the shutdown on the economy and the costs of the shutdown to taxpayers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountabil  more

Rep. Pettersen Introduces Preventing Deep Fake Scams Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colo., introduced the "Preventing Deep Fake Scams Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5808. A bill to establish the Task Force on Artificial Intelligence in the Financial Services Sector to report to Congress on issues related to artificial intelligence in the financial services sector, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb. * * *  more

Rep. Pfluger Introduces Bill to Prohibit Use of Federal Funds to Establish Homeland Intelligence Experts Group
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5729. A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to establish a Homeland Intelligence Experts Group, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Green, R-Tenn., Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, Clay Higgins, R-La., and Mike Ezell, R-Miss. * * * SECTION 1. Prohibition on establishment of a Homelan  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. Posey Introduces Consumer Vaccine Safety & Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bill Posey, R-Fla., introduced the "Consumer Vaccine Safety and Protection Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5773. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to remove certain liability protections for certain biological products and other drugs if the sponsor thereof fails to disclose to the public all non-exempt data within the biological product file or drug application, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy  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. Ryan Introduces Bill to Report Illicit Drug Use, Overdoses By Armed Forces Members Serving on Active Duty
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5731. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to report on illicit drug use and overdoses by members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Report on illicit drug use and overdoses by members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty.  more

Rep. Ryan Introduces Military Academy Honor & Conduct Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced the "Military Academy Honor and Conduct Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5730. A bill to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the honor codes and related adjudicatory processes of the Service Academies; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Military Academy Hono  more

Rep. Ryan Introduces Public Safety & Community Support Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced the "Public Safety and Community Support Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5811. A bill to use Byrne JAG funds for deflection and diversion programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. David Trone, D-Md., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Public Safety and Com  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. Sarbanes Introduces Websites & Software Applications Accessibility Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. John Sarbanes, D-Md., introduced the "Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5813. A bill to establish uniform accessibility standards for websites and applications of employers, employment agencies, labor organizations, joint labor- managament committees, public entities, public accommodations, testing entities, and commercial providers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on E  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. Scholten Introduces Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Mich., introduced the "Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5732. A bill to reaffirm and clarify the Federal relationships of the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians of Michigan as a federally recognized Indian tribe, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., Daniel Kildee, D-Mich., J  more

Rep. Slotkin Introduces Workforce Housing Development Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., introduced the "Workforce Housing Development Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5733. A bill to establish a competitive grant program at the Department of Housing and Urban Development to support the construction, preservation, or rehabilitation of affordable workforce housing in areas with shortages of affordable housing units for sale, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services.   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. Stefanik Introduces Resolution to Elect House Sergeant-at-Arms
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 705. A resolution electing the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives; considered and agreed to. * * * Resolved, That William McFarland of the State of Maryland, be, and is hereby, chosen Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Representatives. Attest: Clerk.  more

Rep. Steil Introduces Bill to Extend Administrative Fine Program for Reporting Violations
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., introduced legislation on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5734. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to extend the Administrative Fine Program for certain reporting violations; to the Committee on House Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Extension of administrative fine program.  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. Tiffany Introduces Federal Accountability in Interviews Reform Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., introduced the "Federal Accountability in Interviews Reform Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5736. A bill to require interviews conducted by officers and employees of Federal law enforcement agencies to be recorded; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Federal Accountability in Interviews Reform Act" or as the "FAIR Act". SEC. 2. Audio recor  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. Van Drew Introduces Bill to Provide Continued Operation of Coast Guard
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., introduced legislation on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5823. A bill to provide for continued operation of the Coast Guard in the event of a lapse in appropriation; to the Committee on Appropriations. * * * SECTION 1. Continued operation of Coast Guard.  more

Rep. Van Drew Introduces Bill to Provide Continued Operation of Federal Aviation Administration
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., introduced legislation on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5824. A bill to provide for continued operation of the Federal Aviation Administration in the event of a lapse in appropriation; to the Committee on Appropriations. * * * SECTION 1. Continued operation of Federal Aviation Administration.  more

Rep. Van Duyne Introduces Elevating HSA Limits Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, introduced the "Elevating HSA Limits Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5737. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the maximum contribution limit for health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Elevating HSA Limits Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Maximum co  more

Rep. Waltz Introduces Abbey Gate Gold Star Families Dignified Transport Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., introduced the "Abbey Gate Gold Star Families Dignified Transport Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 14. H.R. 5738. A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the Secretary concerned to pay, rather than provide reimbursement, for the transportation of certain remains to two locations if the second location is a national cemetery; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Se  more

Rep. Wasserman Schultz Introduces Sammy's Law
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., introduced the "Sammy's Law" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5778. A bill to require large social media platform providers to create, maintain, and make available to third- party safety software providers a set of real-time application programming interfaces, through which a child or a parent or legal guardian of a child may delegate permission to a third-party safety software provider to manage   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. Wenstrup Introduces Bill to Improve Health Savings Accounts
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 16. H.R. 5777. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 improve health savings accounts; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Mike Kelly, R-Pa., and Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore. * * * SECTION 1. On-site employee clinics.  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

Rep. Wild Introduces Enhancing Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Through Campus Planning Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Susan Wild, D-Pa., introduced the "Enhancing Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Through Campus Planning Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. H.R. 5740. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to promote comprehensive campus mental health and suicide prevention plans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and David Trone, D-Md. *   more

Rep. Williams Introduces Care is an Economic Development Strategy Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Nikema Williams, D-Ga., introduced the "Care is an Economic Development Strategy Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5825. A bill to amend the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to require eligible recipients of certain grants to develop a comprehensive economic development strategy that directly or indirectly increases the accessibility of affordable, quality care-based services, and for other purposes; to the Co  more

Rep. Williams Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of American Patriotism Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 711. A resolution expressing support for the designation of an "American Patriotism Month"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Randy Weber, R-Texas, Monica De La Cruz, R-Texas, and Mary E. Miller, R-Ill. * * * Expressing support for the designation of an "American Patriotism Month". R  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces Bill on Kara-Murza Detention
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced legislation on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 12. H.R. 5671. A bill to require the Secretary of State to determine whether United States national Vladimir Kara-Murza is being detained wrongfully abroad for purposes of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn. * *  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced the "No Paydays for Hostage-Takers Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. H.R. 5826. A bill to require a report on sanctions under the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act, 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 determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration   more

Sen. Baldwin Introduces Go Pack Go Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., introduced the "Go Pack Go Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2857. A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 and title 17, United States Code, to provide greater access to in-State television broadcast programming for cable and satellite subscribers in certain counties; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Go Pack Go   more

Sen. Barrasso Introduces Closing Long Overdue Streamlining Encumbrances to Help Expeditiously Generate Approved Permits Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., introduced the "Closing Long Overdue Streamlining Encumbrances to Help Expeditiously Generate Approved Permits Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2855. A bill to modernize and streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure on Federal land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Ariz. * * * SECTION 1. Shor  more

Sen. Barrasso Introduces Promoting Effective Forest Management Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., introduced the "Promoting Effective Forest Management Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2867. A bill to address the forest health crisis on the National Forest System and public lands, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as t  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. Blumentha Introduces Commission on Equity & Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services Act " on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2863. A bill to establish the Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., and Jeff Merkley, D-Ore. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Commiss  more

Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Healthy at Home Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Healthy at Home Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2834. A bill to combat toxic indoor mold, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as the "Healthy at Home Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Definitions. SEC. 3. Interagency research on health impacts of indoor resi  more

Sen. Blumenthal Introduces Stop Shielding Assets From Corporate Known Liability by Eliminating Non-Debtor Releases Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Stop Shielding Assets From Corporate Known Liability by Eliminating Non-Debtor Releases Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2831. A bill to prohibit the non-consensual release of claims by States, municipalities, federally recognized Tribes, or the United States against non-debtors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Elizabeth Wa  more

Sen. Braun Introduces Air Traffic Controllers Hiring Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., introduced the "Air Traffic Controllers Hiring Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2839. A bill to clarify the maximum hiring target for new air traffic controllers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Roger Marshall, R-Kan., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., and John Boozman, R-Ark. * * * SEC  more

Sen. Braun Introduces American Farmers Feed the World Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., introduced the "American Farmers Feed the World Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2862. A bill to amend the Food for Peace Act to restore the original intent of commodity transfers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Roger Marshall, R-Kan., and Pete Ricketts, R-Neb. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the   more

Sen. Cantwell Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Rail Safety Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 356. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 18 through September 24, 2023, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce highway-rail grade crossing and trespasser-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries, reduce derailments, improve the s  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Expanded Coverage for Former Foster Youth Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Expanded Coverage for Former Foster Youth Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2837. A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure health insurance coverage continuity for former foster youth; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Expanded Coverage for Former Foster Youth Act". SEC. 2. Coverage continuity for former fost  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Foster Youth Mental Health Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Foster Youth Mental Health Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2836. A bill to amend subpart 1 of part B of title IV of the Social Security Act to support the mental health and well-being of children and youth in, and formerly in, foster care, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Foster Youth Mental Health Act of  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Fostering Success in Higher Education Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Fostering Success in Higher Education Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2849. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide formula grants to States to improve higher education opportunities for foster youth and homeless youth, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Tina Smi  more

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Improving Employment Options for DI Beneficiaries Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., introduced the "Improving Employment Options for DI Beneficiaries Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2830. A bill to update and improve vocational data and eligibility criteria for the Social Security Disability Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Improving Employmen  more

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Resolution to Congratulate Louisiana State University Baseball Team
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 354. A resolution congratulating the Louisiana State University baseball team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I College World Series; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La. * * * Congratulating the Louisiana State University baseball team for winning the 2023   more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Protecting Hunting Heritage & Education Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced the "Protecting Hunting Heritage and Education Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2828. A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to clarify that the prohibition on the use of Federal education funds for certain weapons does not apply to the use of such weapons in certain programs for activities such as archery, hunting, other shooting sports, or culinary arts; to the Comm  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. Cruz Introduces Resolution on Formation of Alliance for Development in Democracy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 357. A resolution recognizing the formation of the Alliance for Development in Democracy and urging the United States to pursue deeper ties with its member countries; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tim Kaine, D-Va., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., James Risch, R-Idaho, and Jeanne Shaheen  more

Sen. Duckworth Introduces Prairie Du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park Establishment Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., introduced the "Prairie Du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park Establishment Act " on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2865. A bill to establish the Prairie du Rocher French Colonial National Historical Park in the State of Illinois, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Th  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Community Access, Resources & Empowerment for Moms Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Community Access, Resources and Empowerment for Moms Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2846. A bill to improve Federal efforts with respect to the prevention of maternal mortality, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Community Access, Resources, and Em  more

Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced the "Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2861. A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Billie Jean King, an American icon, in recognition of a remarkable life devoted to championing equal rights for all, in sports and in society; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.  more

Sen. Hickenlooper Introduces Building Integrated Grids With Inter-Regional Energy Supply Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. John W. Hickenlooper, D-Colo., introduced the "Building Integrated Grids With Inter-Regional Energy Supply Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2827. A bill to require the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to establish minimum interregional transfer capabilities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Building Integrated Grids With   more

Sen. Hoeven Introduces Bill on Conveyance of Land of VA at Fargo National Cemetery
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., introduced legislation on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2854. A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota, for the conveyance of certain land of the Department of Veterans Affairs at Fargo National Cemetery, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn. * * * SECTION 1.   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 Resolution on
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 360. A resolution designating the week of September 25 through September 29, 2023, as "National Hazing Awareness Week"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La. * * * Designating the week of September 25 through September 29, 2023, as "National Hazing Awareness Week". Whereas hazing is a  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. Lujan Introduces Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in U.S. Customs & Border Protection Custody Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., introduced the "Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in U.S. Customs and Border Protection Custody Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2864. A bill to require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to perform an initial health screening on all detainees, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as the   more

Sen. Markey Introduces Civilian Climate Corps for Jobs & Justice Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., introduced the "XXX" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2838. A bill to amend the National and Community Service Act of 1990 to establish a Civilian Climate Corps to help communities respond to climate change and transition to a clean economy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Richard  more

Sen. Merkley Introduces Secure & Fair Enforcement Regulation Banking Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the "Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation Banking Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2860. A bill to create protections for financial institutions that provide financial services to State-sanctioned marijuana businesses and service providers for such businesses, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Steve Daines, R-Mont  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. Rosen Introduces Train More Nurses Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., introduced the "Train More Nurses Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2853. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of Labor to conduct a study and issue a report on grant programs to support the nursing workforce; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Braun, R-Ind., and Susan M. Collins, R-Maine. * * * SECTIO  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Disaster Assistance Simplification Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Disaster Assistance Simplification Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2845. A bill to prohibit recipients of disaster recovery relief assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development from penalizing applicants that declined assistance from the Small Business Administration; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fl  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Halting Enrichment of Russian Oligarchs & Industry Allies of Moscow's Schemes to Leverage Its Abject Villainy Abroad
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Halting Enrichment of Russian Oligarchs and Industry Allies of Moscow's Schemes to Leverage Its Abject Villainy Abroad" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2848. A bill to block the property of Russian state-owned entities; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and Rick Scott, R-Fla. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Ac  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Protecting American Food Producers From Russia's Market Distortions Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Protecting American Food Producers From Russia's Market Distortions Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2847. A bill to prohibit the importation of agricultural products, raw materials, and food from the Russian Federation if the Russian Federation prohibits the importation of such products, materials, and food from the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * *   more

Sen. Sanders Introduces Bipartisan Primary Care & Health Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., introduced the "Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2840. A bill to improve access to and the quality of primary health care, expand the health workforce, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--T  more

Sen. Scott Introduces Flood Insurance Affordability Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., introduced the "Flood Insurance Affordability Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2852. A bill to establish a grace period for nonpayment of premiums for flood insurance coverage under the national flood insurance program until the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency implements the option for monthly payment of such premiums, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and  more

Sen. Sinema Introduces Social Security Child Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Ariz., introduced the "Social Security Child Protection Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2859. A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide for the reissuance of social security account numbers to young children in cases where confidentiality has been compromised; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may   more

Sen. Stabenow Introduces Rural Veterinary Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., introduced the "Rural Veterinary Workforce Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2829. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for an exclusion for assistance provided to participants in certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness programs; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Mis  more

Sen. Sullivan Introduces Energy Poverty Prevention & Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, introduced the "Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountability Act" on Sept. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2826. A bill to prevent energy poverty and ensure that at-risk communities have access to affordable energy; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Energy Poverty Prevention and Accountabi  more

Sen. Sullivan Introduces Pay Our Military Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, introduced the "Pay Our Military Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2835. A bill making continuing appropriations for military pay in the event of a Government shutdown; to the Committee on Appropriations. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Pay Our Military Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Continuing appropriations for members of the Armed Forces. SEC. 3. Termination.  more

Sen. Tuberville Introduces Bill to Name Col. Ola Lee Mize VA Clinic
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., introduced legislation on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2858. A bill to name the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Guntersville, Alabama, as the ``Colonel Ola Lee Mize Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic''; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Katie Boyd Britt, R-Ala. * * * SECTION 1. Designation of Colonel Ola Lee Mize Departm  more

Sen. Vance Introduces Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, introduced the "Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 15. S. 2856. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require additional disclosures relating to gifts and contracts from foreign sources; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Braun, R-Ind., Josh Hawley, R-Mo., Ted Budd, R-N.C., and Tommy Tube  more

Sen. Warnock Introduces Head Start Education & Development Workforce Advancement & Yield Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., introduced the "Head Start Education and Development Workforce Advancement and Yield Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2832. A bill to amend the Head Start Act to permit some teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while earning a child development associate credential; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind. * * * SECTION  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

Sen. Whitehouse Introduces Rewarding Efforts to Decrease Unrecycled Contaminants in Ecosystems Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., introduced the "Rewarding Efforts to Decrease Unrecycled Contaminants in Ecosystems Act" on Sept. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2844. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish an excise tax on plastics; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., Robert Menendez, D-N.J., and Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn. * * * SECTION 1. Short t  more

Sen. Whitehouse Resolution to Designate National Estuaries Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., introduced a resolution on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. S. Res. 353. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 16 through September 23, 2023, as "National Estuaries Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Thomas R.  more

Sen. Wyden Introduces Banning Surveillance Advertising Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., introduced the "Banning Surveillance Advertising Act" on Sept. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 11. S. 2833. A bill to prohibit targeted advertising by advertisers and advertising facilitators, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Banning Surveillance Advertising Act of   more