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Bill Introductions Involving California Newsletter for Sunday October 29, 2023 ( 47 items )  

Rep. Bera Introduces Legacies of War Recognition & Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-Calif., introduced the "Legacies of War Recognition and Unexploded Ordnance Removal Act" on July 12, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 4570. A bill to authorize assistance to support activities relating to the clearance of landmines, unexploded ordnance, and other explosive remnants of war in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam, and to recognize the refugee and immigrant communities who supported and defended the Armed Forces during the con  more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces American Worker & Trade Competitiveness Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., introduced the "American Worker and Trade Competitiveness Act" on June 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 4276. A bill to reauthorize Trade Adjustment Assistance programs, extend and reform the Generalized System of Preferences, amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify certain rates of duty temporarily, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by   more

Rep. Brownley Introduces Climate-Friendly Food Label Task Force Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., introduced the "Climate-Friendly Food Label Task Force Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 5583. A bill to establish an advisory panel to study the development of a climate-friendly certification for agricultural products, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Climate  more

Rep. Chu Introduces Resolution to Support Recognition of Asian American & Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 736. A resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 25, 2023, to October 1, 2023, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., Grace Meng, D-N.Y., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Ami Bera  more

Rep. Connolly Introduces Protection of Saudi Dissidents Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., introduced the "Protection of Saudi Dissidents Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 20. H.R. 5833. A bill to protect Saudi dissidents in the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as   more

Rep. Crawford Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Recognize 10th Anniversary of USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Con. Res. 69. Concurrent resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of the USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partnership; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif. * * * Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the USA Rice-Ducks Unlimited Rice Stewardship Partn  more

Rep. DeLauro Introduces Johanna's Law Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., introduced the "Johanna's Law Reauthorization Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 20. H.R. 5834. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize Johanna's Law, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., and Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Johanna's Law Reauthoriza  more

Rep. Espaillat Introduces Resolution on Firearm, Intimate Partner Violence
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 737. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationship between firearm violence and intimate partner violence and to honor the memory of Gladys Ricart and other victims of intimate partner homicide killed by firearms, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is co  more

Rep. Frankel Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Support Designation of National Fall Prevention Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Lois Frankel, D-Fla., introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Con. Res. 67. Concurrent resolution supporting the designation of the week of September 17 through September 23, 2023, as "National Fall Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness about, and encourage the prevention of, falls among older adults; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Carol Mill  more

Rep. Gonzales Introduces Resolution to Recognize Hispanic Restaurant Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 714. A resolution recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week and the contributions of Hispanic restaurant owners and employees to the restaurant industry; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Juan C. Vargas, D-Calif., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Mari  more

Rep. Graves Introduces Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., introduced the "Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 20. H.R. 5840. A bill to require the Transportation Security Administration to streamline the enrollment processes for individuals applying for a Transportation Security Administration security threat assessment for certain programs, including the Transportation Worker Identification Credential and Hazardous Materials  more

Rep. Issa Introduces Resolution to Disapprove Waiver of Sanctions on Iran
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 739. A resolution disapproving of the waiver of sanctions on Iran submitted to Congress on September 11, 2023; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. John James, R-Mich., Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Michael Waltz, R-Fla., Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, Joe Wilson, R-S.C., Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, Dan Newhous  more

Rep. LaMalfa Introduces Native American Burial Sites & Cultural Resources Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., introduced the "Native American Burial Sites and Cultural Resources Protection Act" on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 24. H.R. 5865. A bill to require the Secretary of the Army to establish a pilot program to protect Native American burial sites, village sites, and cultural resources discovered at Corps of Engineers civil works projects in the Sacramento River watershed, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Tran  more

Rep. Larsen Introduces Protecting America from Seasonal & Pandemic Influenza Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., introduced the "Protecting America from Seasonal and Pandemic Influenza Act " on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5846. A bill to protect against seasonal and pandemic influenza, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such   more

Rep. Lofgren Introduces Farm Workforce Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., introduced the "Farm Workforce Modernization Act" on June 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 4319. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for terms and conditions for nonimmigrant workers performing agricultural labor or services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Education and the Workforce, and Financial Services, fo  more

Rep. Luetkemeyer Introduces Mobile Mammography Promotion Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo., introduced the "Mobile Mammography Promotion Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5849. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow refunds of Federal motor fuel excise taxes on fuels used in mobile mammography vehicles; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jim Costa, D-Calif., Young Kim, R-Calif., Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., Don Bacon,  more

Rep. Mann Introduces Resolution to Recognize National Association of Agricultural Educators
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kan., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 716. A resolution recognizing September 21, 2023, as National Teach Ag Day and celebrating 75 years of the National Association of Agricultural Educators; to the Committee on Agriculture. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Glenn W. Thompson, R-Pa., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Stephen F. Lynch, D-Mass., Mike Thompson,   more

Rep. Meng Introduces Youth, Peace, & Security Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "Youth, Peace, and Security Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5851. A bill to require the USAID Youth Coordinator, in their role as defined by the USAID Youth Policy, to coordinate cross-sectoral international development efforts related to youth, inclusive of youth, peace, and security, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzp  more

Rep. Miller-Meeks Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Clean Energy Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., Garret Graves, R-La., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., Don Bacon, R-Neb., Jen Kiggans, R-Va., Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla., John R. Curtis, R-Utah, Bruce Westerman, R-Ark., William Timmons, R-S.C., Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Buddy Carter,  more

Rep. Miller-Meeks Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Source Water Protection Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 719. A resolution supporting the designation of the week beginning September 24, 2023, as "National Source Water Protection Week"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. John Sarbanes, D-Md., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y.  more

Rep. Mills Introduces Bill to Designate Facility As "Colonel Joseph William Kittinger II Post Office Building"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Oct. 2, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 24. H.R. 5867. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 109 Live Oaks Boulevard in Casselberry, Florida, as the "Colonel Joseph William Kittinger II Post Office Building"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Posey, R-Fla., Brian J. Mast, R-Fla., and Aaron Bean, R-F  more

Rep. Nadler Introduces Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment & Expungement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., introduced the "Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act" on Sept. 20, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 5601. A bill to decriminalize and deschedule cannabis, to provide for reinvestment in certain persons adversely impacted by the War on Drugs, to provide for expungement of certain cannabis offenses, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees o  more

Rep. Newhouse Introduces Resolution to Designate Gold Star Families Remembrance Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 720. A resolution designating the week of September 24 through September 30, 2023, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week"; to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the j  more

Rep. Panetta Introduces Opportunities in Organic Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., introduced the "Opportunities in Organic Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 3650. A bill to amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to expand the national organic certification cost-share program into a comprehensive opportunities in organic program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., Suz  more

Rep. Porter Introduces Medicare Advantage Consumer Protection & Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., introduced the "Medicare Advantage Consumer Protection and Transparency Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5854. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require complete and accurate data set submissions from Medicare Advantage organizations offering Medicare Advantage plans under part C of the Medicare program to improve transparency, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways an  more

Rep. Ramirez Introduces Tenants' Right to Organize Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., introduced the "Tenants' Right to Organize Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 20. H.R. 5827. A bill to promote the establishment of resident organizations and provide additional amounts for tenant organizations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, 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  more

Rep. Raskin Introduces Resolution on Spreading Problem of Book Banning
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., introduced a resolution on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 733. A resolution expressing concern about the spreading problem of book banning and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for considerat  more

Rep. Ruiz Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Community Health Worker Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 17. H. Res. 722. A resolution supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * Supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 22, 2023, as "National Community Health Worker Awareness Week". Where  more

Rep. Ruiz Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Latino & Latina Physician Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 734. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 1 as "National Latino and Latina Physician Day"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Kim Schrier, D-Wash., and Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla. * * * Expressing support for the designation of  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Jamal Khashoggi Protection of Activists & Press Freedom Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Jamal Khashoggi Protection of Activists and Press Freedom Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5855. A bill to enshrine the legacy of Jamal Khashoggi by protecting activists and journalists, codifying the Khashoggi Ban, and introducing the Khashoggi Amendment to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Rep  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Resolution to Request Information on Azerbaijan's Human Rights Practices
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Res. 735. A resolution requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Frank Pallone Jr., D-N.J., and Jim Costa, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Request for information on Azerbaijan's human ri  more

Rep. Stansbury Introduces Rail Worker & Community Safety Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., introduced the "Rail Worker and Community Safety Act" on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 24. H.R. 5871. A bill to enhance safety requirements for trains, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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 with  more

Rep. Steel Introduces Bill to Amend Homeland Security Act of 2002
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced legislation on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 24. H.R. 5862. A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 relating to authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to consolidate, modify, or reorganize Customs revenue functions; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consid  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Bolstering Security Against Ghost Guns Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss., introduced the "Bolstering Security Against Ghost Guns Act" on Sept. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 25. H.R. 5460. A bill to direct the Department of Homeland Security to bolster security against threats posed by ghost guns, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consid  more

Rep. Velazquez Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Support Recognition of World Contraception Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., introduced a concurrent resolution on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 21. H. Con. Res. 68. Concurrent resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2023, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, f  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces Transportation Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Rep. Frederica S. Wilson, D-Fla., introduced the "Transportation Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. H.R. 5859. A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a program to provide grants to protection and advocacy systems to advocate for individuals with disabilities to access transportation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill  more

Res. Comm. Gonzalez-Colon Introduces Maritime Border Security Technology Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Res. Comm. Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, R-P.R., introduced the "Maritime Border Security Technology Improvement Act" on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 20. H.R. 5839. A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to assess technology needs along the maritime border and develop a strategy to address such needs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla., Darren Sot  more

Sen. Booker Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Sept. 26, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Oct. 23. S. Res. 369. A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications f  more

Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Head Start for Our Future Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced the "Head Start for Our Future Act" on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. S. 2938. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include child development and early learning as community services under the Federal work-study program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Bill to Study Election Requirements
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced legislation on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 24. S. 2960. A bill to modify certain notice requirements, to study certain election requirements, to clarify certain election requirements, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Rules and Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tina Smith, D-Minn., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Edward J.  more

Sen. Markey Introduces Protecting Future Farmland Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., introduced the "Protecting Future Farmland Act" on Sept. 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 23. S. 2932. A bill to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide guidance to State Medicaid agencies, public housing agencies, Continuums of Care, and housing finance agencies on connecting Medicaid beneficiaries with housing-related services and supports under Medicaid and other housing resources, and for other pu  more

Sen. Menendez Introduces Supporting Armenians Against Azerbaijani Aggression Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., introduced the "Supporting Armenians Against Azerbaijani Aggression Act" on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. S. 2900. A bill to protect and provide humanitarian assistance to Armenians in Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh impacted by actions taken by the Government of Azerbaijan, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Bill Cassidy, R-La., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R  more

Sen. Murray Introduces Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., introduced the "Tyler Clementi Higher Education Anti-Harassment Act" on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. S. 2902. A bill to prevent harassment at institutions of higher education, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., R  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Health Equity & Middle Eastern & North African Community Inclusion Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Health Equity and Middle Eastern and North African Community Inclusion Act" on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. S. 2899. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to include Middle Easterners and North Africans in the statutory definition of a ``racial and ethnic minority group'', and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. * * * SECTION 1. Short title.   more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Opportunity to Address College Hunger Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Opportunity to Address College Hunger Act" on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. S. 2881. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to provide notice to students participating in a State or federally financed work-study program about potential eligibility for participation in the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes; to th  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Supporting Farmworkers' Mental Health Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Supporting Farmworkers' Mental Health Act" on Sept. 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 17. S. 2898. A bill to amend the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to authorize the use of certain grants to deliver peer-to-peer mental health support to individuals who are engaged in farming, ranching, farm work, and other occupations relating to agriculture; to the Commit  more

Sen. Schatz Introduces Resolution on Book Banning
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, introduced a resolution on Sept. 27, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 23. S. Res. 372. A resolution expressing concern about the spreading problem of book banning and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Jack Reed, D-R.I., Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Christopher S.   more