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Bill Introductions Involving Indiana Newsletter for Sunday November 05, 2023 ( 18 items )  

Rep. Connolly Introduces Resolution to Commemorate 5th Anniversary Murder of Jamal Khashoggi
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., introduced a resolution on Sept. 30, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Robert C. Scott, D-Va., Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va., Jennifer Wexton, D-Va., Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., Dean Phillips, D-Minn., James McGovern, D-Mass., Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., William R. Keating, D-Mass., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Lloyd Doggett,   more

Rep. Correa Introduces Resolution to Recognize Heritage of Latinas in U.S.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 2, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 754. A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Andrea Salinas, D-Ore., Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., Frederica S. Wi  more

Rep. Duncan Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Energy Appreciation Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 758. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the first Wednesday in October as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy and to build awareness of the important role that America's energy producers play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improv  more

Rep. Gooden Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Encourage Participation of Taiwan in Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, introduced a concurrent resolution on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Con. Res. 71. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress to encourage full participation of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Johnson, R-Ohio, Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., George Santos, R-N.Y., Burgess Owens, R-Utah, Rudy Yakym, R-Ind., Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., Randy Web  more

Rep. Norcross Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Animal Rescue Day
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. H. Res. 751. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 1, 2023, as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness of the importance of animal adoption, to educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals, and to encourage animal adoptions throughout the United States; to the Committee on Oversight and   more

Sen. Boozman Resolution to Support Designation of National 4-H Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Ark., introduced a resolution on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. S. Res. 399. A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 1 through October 7, 2023, as "National 4-H Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Mike Braun, R-Ind., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Tom Cotton, R-Ark., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, Stev  more

Sen. Braun Introduces Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area & Wilderness Establishment Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., introduced the "Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness Establishment Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 28. S. 2990. A bill to establish the Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Area and Wilderness in the State of Indiana, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Benjamin Harrison National Recreation Ar  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Schools Not Shelters Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "Schools Not Shelters Act" on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 26. S. 2983. A bill to prohibit the use of the facilities of a public elementary school, a public secondary school, or an institution of higher education receiving funding from the Department of Education to provide shelter for aliens who have not been admitted into the United States; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Th  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Preventing Underhanded & Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "Preventing Underhanded and Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3028. A bill to continue in effect certain Executive orders imposing sanctions with respect to Iran, to prevent the waiver of certain sanctions imposed by the United States with respect to Iran until the Government of Iran ceases to attempt to assassinate United States officials, other United State  more

Sen. Graham Introduces Resolution to Designate Religious Education Week
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 380. A resolution designating the week of October 1, 2023, through October 7, 2023, as "Religious Education Week" to celebrate religious education in the United States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., John Cornyn, R-Texa  more

Sen. Grassley Introduces Resolution to Designate National Character Counts Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Sept. 29, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 391. A resolution designating the week beginning October 15, 2023, as "National Character Counts Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., James Lankford, R-Okla., Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., Mike Braun, R-Ind., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Joni Ernst, R-  more

Sen. Lee Introduces Protecting Our Kids From Harmful Research Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced the "Protecting Our Kids From Harmful Research Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3035. A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds for gender transition in minors; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. James Lankford, R-Okla., Josh Hawley, R-Mo., Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Steve Daines, R-Mont., Mike Braun, R-Ind., T  more

Sen. Lee Introduces Restoring the First Amendment & Right to Peaceful Civil Disobedience Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced the "Restoring the First Amendment and Right to Peaceful Civil Disobedience Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3017. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to repeal prohibitions relating to freedom of access to clinic entrances, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., Roger Wicker, R-Miss., J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, Mike B  more

Sen. Manchin Introduces Deposit Security Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., introduced the "Deposit Security Act" on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3012. A bill to amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act to provide for insurance for noninterest-bearing transaction accounts, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Braun, R-Ind., and John W. Hickenlooper, D-Colo. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be   more

Sen. Padilla Resolution to Honor Legacy of Ex-Sen. Feinstein Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 31. S. Res. 400. A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Dianne Feinstein, the late Senator for the State of California; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn,  more

Sen. Risch Introduces Resolution to Call for Immediate Release of Journalist Gershkovich
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, introduced a resolution on Sept. 28, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 385. A resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., Cory Booker, D-N.J., B  more

Sen. Schumer Introduces Digital Citizenship & Media Literacy Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced the "Digital Citizenship and Media Literacy Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 28. S. Res. 394. A resolution honoring the life of James L. Buckley, former Senator for the State of New York; considered and agreed to. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Ric  more

Sen. Thune Introduces Bill to Amend Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938
WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., introduced legislation on Oct. 4, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Oct. 30. S. 3018. A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the National Labor Relations Act to clarify the standard for determining whether an individual is an employee, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tim Scott, R-S.C., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., Ci  more