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GOVERNMENT - Bill Introductions Newsletter for Sunday November 12, 2023 ( 50 items )  

Del. Sablan Introduces Medicaid Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Del. Gregorio Sablan, D-N.M., introduced the "Medicaid Accountability Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5906. A bill to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to exclude expenditures attributable to a State medicaid fraud control unit from the payment limits under Medicaid for Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa. The bill is cosponsored by Dels. James Moylan, R-Guam, Stacey Plaskett, D-V.I., and Amata Radewagen,   more

Rep. Adams Introduces Bill on Grants to Strengthen Historically Black Colleges, Universities
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced legislation on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5895. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to provide for additional uses of funds for grants to strengthen historically Black colleges and universities, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Andre Carson, D-Ind., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., Cori Bush, D-M  more

Rep. Aderholt Introduces Bill to Make Appropriations for Labor Department, HHS, DOEd
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., introduced legislation on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5894. A bill making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes. * * * TITLE I DEPARTMENT OF LABOR TITLE II DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TITLE III DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TITLE IV RELATED AGEN  more

Rep. Aguilar Introduces Supporting Our Shelters Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., introduced the "Supporting Our Shelters Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5897. A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program under which the Secretary will award grants to entities for purposes of supporting the capability of such entities to provide care to animals in their care, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Adam B. Schiff  more

Rep. Bacon Introduces Sentinel Program Construction Risk Mitigation Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., introduced the "Sentinel Program Construction Risk Mitigation Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5898. A bill to authorize the Secretary of Defense to enter into a limited number of cost-plus incentive-fee contracts for the Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile program, and for other purposes. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Sentinel Program Construction Risk Mitigation Act of  more

Rep. Boyle Introduces Mandating That Being an Elected Member Be an Essential Requirement for Speakership Resolution
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., introduced the "Mandating that being an Elected Member Be an Essential Requirement for Speakership Resolution" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 761. A resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to limit the eligibility for nomination to serve as Speaker of the House of Representatives to Members and Members-elect of the House. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Katie Porter, D-Ca  more

Rep. Cardenas Introduces Resolution to Support Increase of Latino Students Entering Careers in STEM Fields
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 762. A resolution expressing support for increasing the number of Latino students and young professionals entering careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Joaquin Castro, D-Tex  more

Rep. Castro Introduces Resolution to Reaffirm U.S. Commitment to Respect Sovereignty of Mexico
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 763. A resolution reaffirming the United States commitment to respecting the sovereignty of Mexico and condemning calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico's consent and congressional authorization. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Greg Casar, D-Texas, Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Juan C  more

Rep. Davis Introduces Southeastern Crescent Economic Empowerment Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Don Davis, D-N.C., introduced the "Southeastern Crescent Economic Empowerment Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5899. A bill to reauthorize the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va., Russell Fry, R-S.C., Deborah K. Ross, D-N.C., Joe Wilson, R-S.C., and Wiley Nickel, D-N.C. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be ci  more

Rep. Gaetz Introduces Security Clearance Revolving Door Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., introduced the "Security Clearance Revolving Door Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5900. A bill to prohibit individuals from publicizing certain information relating to security clearances. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Security Clearance Revolving Door Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Prohibition on publicizing certain information relating to security clearances.  more

Rep. Garbarino Introduces Resolution to Recognize Columbus Day
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 764. A resolution expressing support for the recognition of Christopher Columbus and his impact on the Italian-American community, and recognizing the second Monday in October as "Columbus Day". The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., Anthony D'Esposito, R-N.Y., Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., Nicole Malli  more

Rep. Hudson Introduces Targeting Emotional & Mental Stability Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., introduced the "Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5901. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to encourage programs to address college athlete mental health. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Targeting Emotional and Mental Stability Act of 2023". SEC. 2. College Athlete Ment  more

Rep. James Introduces Disclose Getting Involved in Foreign Transactions Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. John James, R-Mich., introduced the "Disclose Getting Involved in Foreign Transactions Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5902. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require staff and faculty to report foreign gifts and contracts. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Disclose Getting Involved in Foreign Transactions Act " or the "Disclose  more

Rep. Leger-Fernandez Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Recognize Significance of Equal Pay to Latina Women
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Teresa Leger-Fernandez, D-N.M., introduced a concurrent resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Con. Res. 72. Concurrent resolution recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to Latina women in comparison to men. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., Andrea   more

Rep. McCaul Introduces Resolution to Stand With Israel Against War Launched by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 768. A resolution standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., Steve Scalise, R-La., Katherine M. Clark, D-Mass., Tom Emmer, R-Minn., James E. Clyburn, D-S.C., Eli  more

Rep. Mooney Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Cuba-Chinese Communist Party Reported Intent to Build Joint Military Training Base
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va., introduced a concurrent resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Con. Res. 73. Concurrent resolution condemning the Cuban regime and the Chinese Communist Party for their reported intent to build a joint military training base on the island of Cuba, 100 miles from the United States. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla., Mari  more

Rep. Napolitano Introduces Bill on Wastewater Treatment and Flood Control Works
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5903. A bill to authorize the International Boundary and Water Commission to accept funds for activities relating to wastewater treatment and flood control works, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C. * * * SECTION 1. International Boundary and Water Commission authority.  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces Resolution to Condemn Act of War Against Israel by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 770. A resolution condemning an act of war against Israel by Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and associated forces, and for other purposes. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don Davis, D-N.C., Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., Mark Alford, R-Mo., Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-Ore., Russell Fry, R-S.C., John Duarte, R-Calif., James M  more

Rep. Pascrell Introduces Resolution to Observe Italian-American Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 765. A resolution urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2023 as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., Scott Peters, D-Calif., Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., Frank Pallone   more

Rep. Payne Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Ostomy Awareness Day
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 766. A resolution supporting the designation of October 7, 2023, as National Ostomy Awareness Day. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Greg Landsman, D-Ohio, Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Don Davis, D-N.C., Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., S  more

Rep. Perez Introduces Helping Heroes Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., introduced the "Helping Heroes Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5904. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs for veteran families, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. John James, R-Mich. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Helping Heroes Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Appointment of f  more

Rep. Pocan Introduces Federal Kratom Consumer Protection Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., introduced the "Federal Kratom Consumer Protection Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5905. A bill to protect access to kratom. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Federal Kratom Consumer Protection Act". SEC. 2. Access to kratom.  more

Rep. Rogers Introduces Commerce, Justice, Science & Related Agencies Appropriations Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Harold Rogers, R-Ky., introduced the "Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5893. A bill making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes. * * * TITLE I DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE TITLE II DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE TITLE III SCIENCE TITLE IV RELAT  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Stop Transnational Repression Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Stop Transnational Repression Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5907. A bill to criminalize transnational repression, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Quigley, D-Ill., Jim Himes, D-Conn., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Brad Sherman, D-Calif., Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., James McGovern, D-Mass., Ed Case, D-Hawaii, and Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D  more

Rep. Sherrill Introduces Strengthening Communities Through Summer Employment Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., introduced the "Strengthening Communities Through Summer Employment Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5908. A bill to provide funding to summer youth employment programs to expand the availability of subsidized jobs for youths and to develop innovative program activities that improve academic, economic, and criminal justice outcomes for youths, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike   more

Rep. Thanedar Introduces Bill to Exclude Strike Benefits From Gross Income
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., introduced legislation on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5911. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude strike benefits from gross income. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich. * * * SECTION 1. Strike benefits. * * * Summary: This bill excludes from gross income, for income tax purposes, compensation paid to a labor union worker if such compensation is a replacement for  more

Rep. Thanedar Introduces Environmental Health Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., introduced the "Environmental Health Workforce Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5910. A bill to prioritize educating and training for existing and new environmental health professionals. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Environmental Health Workforce Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Findings. SEC. 3. Model standards and guidelines for credentialing environmental health workers. SEC. 4  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Wildlife Refuge Week
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 8. H. Res. 767. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on October 8, 2023, as "National Wildlife Refuge Week". The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Robert J. Wittman, R-Va., Gabe Vasquez, D-N.M., Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., and Res. Comm. Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, R-P.R. * * * Expressing support for the designation o  more

Rep. Waltz Introduces Preventing Underhanded & Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Rep. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., introduced the "Preventing Underhanded and Nefarious Iranian Supported Homicides Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 6. H.R. 5912. 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 St  more

Sen. Braun Introduces VA Home Loan Awareness Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., introduced the "VA Home Loan Awareness Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3068. A bill to require each enterprise to include on the Uniform Residential Loan Application a disclaimer to increase awareness of the direct and guaranteed home loan programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Sherrod Br  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Creating Early Childhood Leaders Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3066. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to increase the knowledge and skills of principals and school leaders regarding early childhood education; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cit  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Disability Employment Incentive Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Disability Employment Incentive Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3076. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include individuals receiving Social Security disability benefits under the work opportunity credit, increase the work opportunity credit for vocational rehabilitation referrals, qualified SSI recipients, and qualified SSDI recipients, expand the disabled access credit  more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced the "Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3072. A bill to modify the program of grants to support high-quality charter schools; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Bill Cassidy, R-La., Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., Tim Scott, R-S.C., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Mike Braun, R-Ind., and Br  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Eyes on the Board Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "Eyes on the Board Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3074. A bill to prohibit schools that receive certain support from the Federal Communications Commission from allowing access to social media platforms on subsidized services, devices, or networks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ted Budd, R-N.C., and Shelley Moo  more

Sen. Daines Introduces Fortify Israel Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., introduced the "Fortify Israel Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3081. A bill to authorize additional assistance to Israel using assets confiscated from Iran, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Fortify Israel Act". SEC. 2. Prohibition on release of blocked Iranian assets. SEC. 3. Authority to ensure compensation to Is  more

Sen. Duckworth Introduces Breast Cancer Patient Equity Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., introduced the "Breast Cancer Patient Equity Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3069. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage for custom fabricated breast protheses following a mastectomy; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; findings. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as t  more

Sen. Fetterman Introduces Transit Emergency Relief Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., introduced the "Transit Emergency Relief Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3073. A bill to modify the public transportation emergency relief program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., Richard Blumenth  more

Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Accelerating Appraisals & Conservation Efforts Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced the "Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3080. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize state of good repair grants to be used for public transportation resilience improvement, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., and Bernie Sanders  more

Sen. Graham Resolution to Designate National Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Day Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 414. A resolution designating October 8, 2023, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Christopher Coons, D-Del., and Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn. * * * Designating October 8, 2023, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day". Whereas   more

Sen. Hassan Introduces Disaster Management Costs Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., introduced the "Disaster Management Costs Modernization Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3071. A bill to amend section 324 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to incentivize States, Indian Tribes, and Territories to close disaster recovery projects by authorizing the use of excess funds for management costs for other disaster recovery projects; to the Committee on Ho  more

Sen. Masto Introduces Accelerating Appraisals & Conservation Efforts Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., introduced the "Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3079. A bill to establish a policy regarding appraisal and valuation services for real property for a transaction over which the Secretary of the Interior has jurisdiction, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as  more

Sen. Peters Introduces Facilitating Hazard Mitigation Projects Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced the "Facilitating Hazard Mitigation Projects Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3067. A bill to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to conduct an evaluation and submit to Congress a report on ways to reduce the complexity of the cost effectiveness requirements for hazard mitigation assistance, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmen  more

Sen. Peters Introduces Youth Prevention & Recovery Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced the "Youth Prevention and Recovery Reauthorization Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3070. A bill to amend the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to reauthorize the youth prevention and recovery initiative; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "You  more

Sen. Reed Introduces Adult Education Workforce Opportunity & Reskilling for Knowledge & Success Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-R.I., introduced the "Adult Education Workforce Opportunity and Reskilling for Knowledge and Success Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3075. A bill to amend the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to strengthen adult education; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Todd Young, R-Ind. * * * SECTION 1. Short titl  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Resolution to Condemn Endorsement of Actions of Foreign Terrorist Organizations in Gaza
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 413. A resolution condemning foreign nationals in the United States who have endorsed and espoused the actions of foreign terrorist organizations (FTO) in Gaza who, on October 7, 2023, launched attacks against the State of Israel, and killed innocent Israeli and United States citizens; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponso  more

Sen. Sanders Introduces Resolution to Support UAW
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 412. A resolution supporting the nearly 150,000 United Auto Workers currently negotiating collective bargaining agreements with the "Big Three" automakers; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., John Fetterman, D-  more

Sen. Schumer Resolution to Authorize Testimony in U.S. Vs. Samsel Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 415. A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Samsel; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. * * * To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Samsel. Whereas, in the case of United States v. Samsel, Cr. No. 21-537, pending in the United   more

Sen. Schumer Resolution to Authorize Testimony in U.S. Vs. Sullivan Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 5. S. Res. 416. A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Sullivan; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. * * * To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Sullivan. Whereas, in the case of United States v. Sullivan, Cr. No. 21-078, pending in the U  more

Sen. Scott Introduces Protect Our Bases Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., introduced the "Protect Our Bases Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3077. A bill to require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to annually review and update the facilities and property of the United States Government determined to be national security sensitive for purposes of review of real estate transactions under section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, and for other purposes;   more

Sen. Scott Introduces Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., introduced the "Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 5. S. 3078. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit institutions of higher education that authorize Anti-Semitic events on campus from participating in the student loan and grant programs under title IV of such Act; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ka  more