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Bill Introductions Involving Michigan Newsletter for Sunday March 03, 2024 ( 19 items )  

Rep. Bowman Introduces Resolution to Support Values of Equity or Else Quality-of-Life Platform
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Jan. 31, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 988. A resolution supporting the values of the Equity or Else quality-of-life platform and acknowledging the need for the House of Representatives to use the platform as a holistic framework for drafting and implementing policy that promotes racial and economic equity for all across various social issues; to the Committee on the Jud  more

Rep. Brown Introduces Resolution to Honor Martin Luther King
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, introduced a resolution on Jan. 12, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 962. A resolution honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Gabe Amo, D-R.I., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Sheila Cherfilus-McCorm  more

Rep. Clyde Introduces Joint Resolution on FCC Rule on Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on Jan. 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H.J. Res. 107. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The join  more

Rep. Dean Introduces PFAS Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., introduced the "PFAS Accountability Act" on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 25. H.R. 7194. A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to codify a Federal cause of action and a type of remedy available for individuals significantly exposed to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, to encourage research and accountability for irresponsible discharge of those substances, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energ  more

Rep. Duarte Introduces HIDTA Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. John Duarte, R-Calif., introduced the "HIDTA Reauthorization Act" on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 25. H.R. 7185. A bill to amend the Office of National Drug Control Prevention Act of 1998 to include new requirements for assessments and reports, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case fo  more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Stalking Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced a resolution on Jan. 18, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 972. A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by expressing support for the designation of January 2024 as "National Stalking Awareness Month"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich. * * * Raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking  more

Rep. Frankel Introduces Resolution to Condemn Sexual Violence Committed by Hamas
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Lois Frankel, D-Fla., introduced a resolution on Jan. 16, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 966. A resolution condemning rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., Kathy E. Manning, D-N.C., Jen Kiggans, R-Va., Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., Jake Auch  more

Rep. Gomez Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Korean American Day
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Jan. 12, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 963. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Young Kim, R-Calif., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Andrew Kim, D-N.J., Michelle Steel, R-Calif., Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Bill Pascrell Jr.,  more

Rep. Jackson Introduces Uncovering UNRWA's Terrorist Crimes Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, introduced the "Uncovering UNRWA's Terrorist Crimes Act" on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 25. H.R. 7202. A bill to direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on funding provided by the United States to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Elise Stefan  more

Rep. Letlow Introduces Resolution to Recognize Importance of National Board Certified Teachers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., introduced a resolution on Jan. 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 977. A resolution recognizing the importance and contributions of National Board Certified Teachers; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., David G. Valadao, R-Calif., Don Davis, D-N.C., Michael Guest, R-Miss., David Trone, D-Md., Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich., Jill Tokuda, D-  more

Rep. Luna Introduces Resolution on Voting by Proxy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Anna P. Luna, R-Fla., introduced a resolution on Jan. 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 967. A resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit Members to vote by proxy in certain cases, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Rules. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Juan C. Vargas, D-Calif., Dean Phillips, D-Minn., Ted Lieu, D-C  more

Rep. McCaul Introduces Resolution to Condemn Continued Violence in Sudan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Jan. 29, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 982. A resolution condemning the continued violence in Sudan and calling on the international community to unequivocally support diplomatic efforts to achieve a cessation of hostilities, ensure the protection of civilians and secure unfettered access for humanitarian aid; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored   more

Rep. McClain Introduces Information Quality Assurance Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich., introduced the "Information Quality Assurance Act" on Feb. 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 26. H.R. 7219. A bill to ensure that Federal agencies rely on the best reasonably available scientific, technical, demographic, economic, and statistical information and evidence to develop, issue or inform the public of the nature and bases of Federal agency rules and guidance, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight a  more

Rep. Moolenaar Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National School Choice Week
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., introduced a resolution on Jan. 18, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 974. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of January 21 through January 27, 2024, as "National School Choice Week"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., Tim Walberg, R-Mich., Russell Fry, R-S.C., Michael Waltz, R-Fla., Lori Chavez-DeRemer, R-  more

Rep. Moolenaar Introduces Shandra Eisenga Human Cell & Tissue Product Safety Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., introduced the "Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act" on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 25. H.R. 7188. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a national, evidence-based education campaign to increase public and health care provider awareness regarding the potential risks and benefits of human cell and tissue products transplants, and for other purposes; to the Commi  more

Rep. Porter Introduces Help America Run Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., introduced the "Help America Run Act" on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 25. H.R. 7210. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to provide for the treatment of payments for child care and other personal use services as an authorized campaign expenditure, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Gw  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Resolution on Immediate Release of U.S. Citizen Detained by Taliban
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Jan. 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on Feb. 26. H. Res. 965. A resolution calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen, who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Dan Meuser, R-Pa., J. French Hill, R-Ark., H  more

Rep. Thanedar Introduces Loans in Our Neighborhoods Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., introduced the "Loans in Our Neighborhoods Act" on Feb. 5, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 26. H.R. 7242. A bill to amend the Small Business Act to increase the maximum gross loan amount for a loan made under section 7(a) of such Act; to the Committee on Small Business. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Loans in our Neighborhoods Act". SEC. 2. MAXIMUM GROSS LOAN AMOUNT FOR A 7(a) LOAN.  more

Sen. Peters Introduces Technology Workforce Framework Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced the "Technology Workforce Framework Act" on Feb. 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on Feb. 24. S. 3792. A bill to expand the functions of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to include workforce frameworks for critical and emerging technologies, to require the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop an artificial intelligence workforce framework, and periodically review and upd  more