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Bill Introductions Involving Virginia Newsletter for Sunday January 28, 2024 ( 21 items )  

Rep. Beyer Introduces AI Foundation Model Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., introduced the "AI Foundation Model Transparency Act" on Dec. 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. H.R. 6881. A bill to direct the Federal Trade Commission to establish standards for making publicly available information about the training data and algorithms used in artificial intelligence foundation models, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Anna G. Eshoo, D-Calif  more

Rep. Cartwright Introduces Preparedness & Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience & Effectiveness Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., introduced the "Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act" on Dec. 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. H.R. 6882. A bill to enhance the Federal Government's planning and preparation for extreme weather and the Federal Government's dissemination of best practices to respond to extreme weather, thereby increasing resilience, improving regional coordination, and   more

Rep. Chu Introduces Resolution to Commemorate 80th Anniversary of Repeal of Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Jan. 22. H. Res. 936. A resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., Kevin Mullin, D-Calif., James McGovern, D-Mass., Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Juan C. Vargas, D-Calif., Mark Takano, D-Calif., Dori  more

Rep. Cline Introduces Federal Grant Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Ben Cline, R-Va., introduced the "Federal Grant Accountability Act" on Dec. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 21. H.R. 6847. A bill to impose limitations on the amount of indirect costs allowable under Federal research awards to institutions of higher education, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Federal Grant Accountability Act". SEC. 2. Limitat  more

Rep. Coleman Introduces Resolution to Condemn All Forms of Hate
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., introduced a resolution on Dec. 12, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Jan. 22. H. Res. 929. A resolution condemning all forms of hate; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Henry C. Johnson, D-Ga., Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Betty McCollum, D-Minn., Al Green, D-Texas, and Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va. * * * Condemning all forms of hate. Whereas hate in  more

Rep. Connoll Introduces Resolution to Support Taiwan in Preservation of Democratic Institutions
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., introduced a resolution on Jan. 10, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Jan. 23. H. Res. 955. A resolution commending Taiwan for its history of democratic elections, and expressing support of Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Andy Barr, R-Ky., Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, Raja Krish  more

Rep. Connolly Introduces Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., introduced the "Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act" on Oct. 3, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 24. H.R. 5883. A bill to provide and expand gratuities for employees killed in the line of duty, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act". SEC. 2. Incre  more

Rep. Feenstra Introduces Save Our Seniors Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, introduced the "Save Our Seniors Act" on Dec. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 21. H.R. 6853. A bill to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide to Congress information on payments from the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Disability Insurance Trust Fund, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Budget. The bill is cospo  more

Rep. Hern Introduces Promoting Responsible Oversight To Eliminate Communist Teachings for Our Kids Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., introduced the "Promoting Responsible Oversight To Eliminate Communist Teachings for Our Kids Act" on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 24. H.R. 6816. A bill to prohibit the availability of Federal education funds for elementary and secondary schools that receive direct or indirect support from the Government of the People's Republic of China; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps  more

Rep. Levin Introduces Bill to Allow Secretary of Commerce to Establish Coastal and Estuarine Resilience and Restoration Program
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Mike Levin, D-Calif., introduced legislation on Dec. 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 21. H.R. 6841. A bill to amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the Secretary of Commerce to establish a Coastal and Estuarine Resilience and Restoration Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian J. Mast, R-Fla., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jen Kiggans, R-Va., Jared Huffman, D-Cali  more

Rep. Napolitano Introduces Resolution to Honor 30th Anniversary of National Guard Youth Challenge Program
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Dec. 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Jan. 16. H. Res. 921. A resolution honoring the 30th anniversary of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program; to the Committee on Armed Services. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Carol Miller, R-W.Va., Salud O. Carbajal, D-Calif., Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., Ken Calvert, R-Calif., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Ryan Zinke, R-Mon  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces Conservation Innovation Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced the "Conservation Innovation Act" on Dec. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. H.R. 6867. A bill to create an Office of Conservation Innovation within the Natural Resources Conservation Service; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Conservation Innovation Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Office of Conservation In  more

Rep. Ogles Introduces Bill on Consideration of Immigration Status With Respect to Extension of Credit
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., introduced legislation on Dec. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. H.R. 6870. A bill to amend the Equal Credit Opportunity Act to clarify creditor's rights and remedies with respect to the consideration of immigration status with respect to the extension of credit, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., Bob Good, R-Va., N  more

Rep. Pfluger Introduces Bill to Provide Rescission of Waivers, Licenses Relating to Iran
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, introduced legislation on Oct. 12, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 24. H.R. 5947. A bill to provide for the rescission of certain waivers and licenses relating to Iran, and for other purposes. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., Joe Wilson, R-S.C., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Mark Alford, R-Mo., Rick Allen, R-Ga., Jim Banks, R-Ind., Andy Barr, R-Ky., Cliff Bentz, R-Ore., Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Brandon Williams  more

Rep. Spanberger Introduces Caring for Grieving Families Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., introduced the "Caring for Grieving Families Act" on Oct. 6, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 24. H.R. 5909. A bill to amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to limit cost sharing for prenatal services in certain circumstances. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Caring for Grieving Families Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Limitin  more

Rep. Spanberger Introduces Streamlining Conservation Practice Standards Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 23 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., introduced the "Streamlining Conservation Practice Standards Act" on Dec. 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. H.R. 6877. A bill to amend section 1242 of the Food Security Act of 1985 to enhance and update conservation practice standards, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Streamlining C  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Connecting Oceania's Nations With Vanguard Exercises & National Empowerment Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "Connecting Oceania's Nations With Vanguard Exercises and National Empowerment Act" on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. S. 3547. A bill to require the United States Government to assist in the establishment of national security councils in specified countries; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Tim Kaine, D-Va., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., and Chri  more

Sen. Kaine Introduces Improving Data Accessibility Through Advancements in Public Health Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., introduced the "Improving Data Accessibility Through Advancements in Public Health Act" on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. S. 3545. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to public health data accessibility, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn., and Tina Smith, D-Minn. * * * SECTION 1. Sho  more

Sen. Rounds Introduces Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., introduced the "Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act" on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. S. 3553. A bill to provide a retroactive effective date for the promotions of senior officers of the Armed Forces whose military promotions were delayed as a result of the suspension of Senate confirmation of such promotions; considered and passed. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., Angus S. King Jr  more

Sen. Shaheen Introduces Resolution to Condemn Use of Sexual Violence as Weapon of War by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., introduced a resolution on Dec. 14, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on Jan. 22. S. Res. 505. A resolution condemning the use of sexual violence and rape as a weapon of war by the terrorist group Hamas against the people of Israel; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Katie Boyd Britt, R-Ala., Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., Deb Fischer, R-Neb., John Fetterman, D-Pa., Susan M. Collins, R-Maine  more

Sen. Warner Introduces Financial Artificial Intelligence Risk Reduction Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Sen. Mark R. Warner, D-Va., introduced the "Financial Artificial Intelligence Risk Reduction Act" on Dec. 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on Jan. 22. S. 3554. A bill to amend the Financial Stability Act of 2010 to provide the Financial Stability Oversight Council with duties regarding artificial intelligence in the financial sector, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. John Kennedy, R  more