WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced the "Supporting Urban and Innovative Farming Act" on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 5915. A bill to amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to improve the Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Jonathan Jackson, D-Ill., Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Jasmine Crocket  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., introduced the "Protecting Students' Civil Rights Act" on Oct. 12, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 11. H.R. 5936. A bill to require institutions of higher education to designate at least one employee to coordinate compliance with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., Grace Meng, D-N.Y., and Re  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., introduced the "Curbing Illicit Drug Threats Act" on Oct. 25, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 17. H.R. 6045. A bill to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study and submit a report on the efficacy of Federal drug surveillance systems, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J. * * * SECTION 1. Short title.   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., introduced the "Student Loan Marriage Penalty Elimination Act" on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 5920. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow married couples to apply the student loan interest deduction limitation separately to each spouse, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Troy Carter, D-La., Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., Jo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., introduced the "No U.S. Financing for Iran Act" on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 5921. A bill to prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from authorizing certain transactions by a United States financial institution in connection with Iran, to prevent the International Monetary Fund from providing financial assistance to Iran, to codify prohibitions on Export-Import Bank financing for the Government of Iran,   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Rick Larsen, D-Wash., introduced the "Clean Water Act" on Oct. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. H.R. 5983. A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to restore a national minimum standard of protection for the water resources of the United States while providing certainty to regulated entities. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., C  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Iran-China Energy Sanctions Act " on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 5923. A bill to impose restrictions on correspondent and payable-through accounts in the United States with respect to Chinese financial institutions that conduct transactions involving the purchase of petroleum or petroleum products from Iran. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., Byron Donalds, R-Fla., and   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 775. A resolution condemning the New York City- Democratic Socialists of America (NYC-DSA) antisemitic and anti-Israel rally on October 8, 2023. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., Randy F  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 776. A resolution urging the Biden administration to rescind the release of $6,000,000,000 in frozen Iranian funds and to lawfully enforce the Taylor Force Act. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Bill Posey, R-Fla., Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, Chris Smith, R-N.J., Nick Langw  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced the "No Funds for Iranian Terrorism Act" on Oct. 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. H.R. 5961. A bill to freeze certain Iranian funds involved in the 2023 hostage deal between the United States and Iran, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Scalise, R-La., Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., Joe Wilson, R-S.C., Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., Andy Barr, R-Ky., Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., Ann Wagne  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 771. 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  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "Robin Danielson Menstrual Product and Intimate Care Product Safety Act" on Oct. 13, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. H.R. 5957. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a program of research regarding the risks posed by the presence of dioxins, phthalates, pesticides, chemical fragrances, and other components of menstrual products and intimate care products. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ro   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 777. A resolution urging the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., Tom McClintock, R-Calif., Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pa., C. Scott Franklin, R-Fla., Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Ralph Norman, R-S.C.,   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., introduced the "Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 13. H.R. 6004. A bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program for low-income mothers. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Cori Bush, D-Mo., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Lauren Underwo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 778. A resolution demanding Senator Tommy Tuberville stop threatening United States and Israel security. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., Steven Horsford, D-Nev., Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., Daniel Goldman, D-N.Y., Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., Jeff Jackson, D-N.C., Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., Gregory   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., introduced the "Safe Schools Improvement Act" on Oct. 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 17. H.R. 6031. A bill to address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, Mark Takano, D-Calif., Sharice Davids, D-Kan., Jim Costa, D-Calif., Susan Wild, D-Pa  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., introduced legislation on Oct. 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. H.R. 5965. A bill to amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to provide for an exemption of reimbursement for certain travel to return to the United States, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Kathy E. Manning, D-N.C. * * * SECTION 1. Exemption of reimbursement for certain travel to return to the United States. SEC. 2. C  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Operation Swords of Iron Iron Dome Supplemental Appropriations Act" on Oct. 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 10. H.R. 5918. A bill making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., Max Miller, R-Ohio, Bradley Schneider, D-Ill., Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., Brad Sherman, D-Calif., Chris Smith, R-N.J., Mike Lawler, R-N.Y.  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Texas, introduced a resolution on Oct. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. H. Res. 780. A resolution expressing support for the goals of "World Sight Day" by promoting the importance of accessible, affordable, and inclusive eye care. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., and Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala. * * * Expressing support for the goals of "World Sight Day" by promoting   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., introduced the "Youth Mental Health Research Act" on Oct. 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. H.R. 5976. A bill to establish a Youth Mental Health Research Initiative in the National Institutes of Health for purposes of encouraging collaborative research to improve youth mental health. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., David Trone, D-Md  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3100. A bill to amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to restrict the ability to transfer business inventory firearms, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Fire Sale Loophole Closing Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Sense of the Congress. It is th  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "Maximizing Outcomes for Moms Through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3090. A bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program for low-income mothers; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Tina Smith, D-Minn., Richard Blume  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Safe Schools Improvement Act" on Oct. 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3105. A bill to address and take action to prevent bullying and harassment of students; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Mar  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., introduced the "Healthy Meals Help Kids Learn Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3093. A bill to amend the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act and the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 to increase reimbursement rates of school meals, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. John Fetterman, D-Pa., Raphael G. Warnock, D  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the "Medical Debt Relief Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3103. A bill to amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to prohibit the inclusion of medical debt on a consumer report, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., John Fetterman, D-Pa., and Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. S. Res. 420. A resolution designating Betty K. Koed as Historian Emerita of the United States Senate; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J., John Booz  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Nov. 12. S. Res. 417. A resolution standing with Israel against terrorism; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., James Risch, R-Idaho, Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Cory Booker, D-N.J.  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., introduced the "Supreme Court Biennial Appointments and Term Limits Act" on Oct. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Nov. 12. S. 3096. A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to provide for the regularized appointment of justices of the Supreme Court of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Alex Padil  more