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GOVERNMENT - Bill Introductions Newsletter for Sunday March 24, 2024 ( 101 items )  

Del. Norton Introduces Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act & Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act District of Columbia Equality Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., introduced the "Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act and Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act District of Columbia Equality Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7459. A bill to amend the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Act and the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act to treat the District of Columbia the same as a State for purposes of such Acts, and for other purposes; to   more

Rep. Aguilar Resolution to Elect Committee Members Approved by House
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Res. 999. A resolution electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives; considered and agreed to. * * * Resolved, That the following named Member be, and is hereby, elected to the following standing committee of the House of Representatives: Committee on Ways and Means: Mr. Gomez.  more

Rep. Barr Introduces Bank Failure Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky., introduced the "Bank Failure Prevention Act" on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7403. A bill to specify when the record is complete on certain acquisition applications related to depository institution holding companies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Scott Fitzgerald, R-Wis. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Bank Failur  more

Rep. Burchett Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Investigate Use of Cryptocurrencies by Hamas
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., introduced a concurrent resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Con. Res. 88. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Secretary of State in coordination with the Secretary of the Treasury should investigate the use of cryptocurrencies by Hamas (also known as Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiya), and whether any cryptocurrencies were exchanged between Hamas and the United Nations Re  more

Rep. Burchett Introduces Do Your Job Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., introduced the "Do Your Job Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7466. A bill to amend the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 to reduce the rates of pay of Members of Congress during a fiscal year if Congress has not agreed to a concurrent resolution on the budget for such fiscal year, to repeal the automatic appropriation of funds for the salaries of Members of Congress, and for other purposes; to the  more

Rep. Ciscomani Introduces Head Start Education & Development Workforce Advancement & Yield Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., introduced the "Head Start Education and Development Workforce Advancement and Yield Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7467. A bill to amend the Head Start Act to permit some teachers in Early Head Start programs to teach while earning a child development associate credential; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Rep. Crane Introduces Subterranean Border Defense Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Eli Crane, R-Ariz., introduced the "Subterranean Border Defense Act" on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7404. A bill to require annual reports on counter illicit cross-border tunnel operations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. J. Luis Correa, D-Calif., Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Michael Guest, R-Miss., Clay Higgins, R-La., Morgan Lut  more

Rep. Dean Introduces Bill to Designate Facility as "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., introduced legislation on Feb. 28, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7469. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 28 East Airy Street in Norristown, Pennsylvania, as the "Charles L. Blockson Post Office Building"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Dwight Evans, D-Pa., and Ma  more

Rep. Dingell Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Cancer Prevention Day
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced a resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Res. 1000. A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2024, as "National Cancer Prevention Day"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. John James, R-Mich. * * * Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2024, as "National Cancer Prevention Day". Whereas National Cance  more

Rep. Dunn Introduces Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Neal P. Dunn, R-Fla., introduced the "Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7470. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat spaceports like airports for purposes of exempt facility bond rules; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Salud O. Carbajal, D-Calif., Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., Gabe Vasquez, D-N.M., and Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla. * *  more

Rep. Emmer Introduces Sunset Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., introduced the "Sunset Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7455. A bill to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for Congressional oversight of agency rulemaking, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within t  more

Rep. Gaetz Introduces Resolution on Ex-President Trump
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., introduced a resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Res. 1001. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that former President Donald J. Trump did not engage in insurrection or rebellion against the United States, or give aid or comfort to the enemies thereof; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., Andy Ogles, R-T  more

Rep. Gallego Introduces First Responders Emergency Assistance Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., introduced the "First Responders Emergency Assistance Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7456. A bill to create emergency supplemental grants to local agencies for maintenance of operations during periods of increased migration; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "First Responders Emergency Assistance Act". SEC. 2. Law enforcement grant prog  more

Rep. Garamendi Introduces Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Student Loan Forgiveness Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-Calif., introduced the "Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Student Loan Forgiveness Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7457. A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to count months during which Peace Corps volunteers and AmeriCorps members have eligible Federal Direct Loans in deferment or forbearance toward eligibility for public service loan forgiveness, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and  more

Rep. Granger Introduces Extension of Continuing Appropriations & Other Matters Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, introduced the "Extension of Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7463. A bill making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provis  more

Rep. Graves Introduces Airport & Airway Extension Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo., introduced the "Airport and Airway Extension Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7454. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructur  more

Rep. Issa Introduces Fighting Irrational Regulatory Enforcement to Avert Retailers' Misfortune Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., introduced the "Fighting Irrational Regulatory Enforcement to Avert Retailers' Misfortune Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7471. A bill to provide firearm licensees an opportunity to correct statutory and regulatory violations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Fighting Irrational Regulatory Enforcement to Avert Re  more

Rep. Khanna Introduces Made in the U.S.A. Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., introduced the "Made in the U.S.A. Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7458. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish the Made in the USA tax credit; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., and Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Made in the U.S.A. Act". SEC. 2.   more

Rep. Kustoff Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Authorize Use of Emancipation Hall in Capitol Visitor Center
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. David Kustoff, R-Tenn., introduced a concurrent resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Con. Res. 89. Concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust; to the Committee on House Administration. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bradley Schneider, D-Ill., Anthony D'E  more

Rep. McGarvey Introduces Bill to Designate Facility as "Alberta Odell Jones Post Office Building"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Morgan McGarvey, D-Ky., introduced legislation on Feb. 28, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7472. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 835 South 7th Street in Louisville, Kentucky, as the "Alberta Odell Jones Post Office Building"; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky. * * * SECTION 1. Alberta Odell Jones Post Office Buildin  more

Rep. Quigley Introduces Bill to Redesignate Area As "Alexei Navalny Way"
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Ill., introduced legislation on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7460. A bill to redesignate the area of Sumner Row on the 1100 block of 16th Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as ``Alexei Navalny Way'', and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa. * * * SECTION 1. Findings. SEC. 2. Designation of Alexei Naval  more

Rep. Rodgers Introduces DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., introduced the "DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act" on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7406. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out a program of research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Diana DeGette, D-Co  more

Rep. Rodgers Introduces Hannah Cvancara Service Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., introduced the "Hannah Cvancara Service Act" on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7405. A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to prohibit the exclusion of an individual from assignment to a medical personnel position of the Armed Forces on the basis of the amputation of the individual, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be   more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7473. A bill to ensure continued appropriations for certain Small Business Administration programs during a Government shutdown in fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., Valerie Foushee, D-N.C., and Joaquin Castro,   more

Rep. Smith Introduces Small Business Dependent Care FSA Opportunity Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., introduced the "Small Business Dependent Care FSA Opportunity Act" on Feb. 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7407. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit to certain small employers for the startup costs of dependent care flexible spending plans; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., and Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Rep. Trone Introduces Robert E. Lee Monument Removal Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. David Trone, D-Md., introduced the "Robert E. Lee Monument Removal Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7474. A bill to direct the Secretary of the Interior to remove the Robert E. Lee Monument at Antietam National Battlefield, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Md., Glenn Ivey, D-Md., Kweisi Mfume, D-Md., Jamie Raskin, D-Md., C.A. "Dutch" Ruppersber  more

Rep. Van Drew Introduces Broadband Equipment Rental Reform Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., introduced the Broadband Equipment Rental Reform Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7461. A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit providers of broadband internet access service from charging consumers above certain amounts for certain equipment; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Broadband Equipment Rental Reform Act"  more

Rep. Van Duyne Introduces Border Wall Waste Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, introduced the "Border Wall Waste Accountability Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7475. A bill to require the GAO to conduct a study detailing the total cost of unused construction materials that were obtained for the construction of a border wall along the United States-Mexico border; to the Committee on Homeland Security. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Border Wall Wa  more

Rep. Waters Introduces Wildfire Insurance Coverage Study Act
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., introduced the "Wildfire Insurance Coverage Study Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 17. H.R. 7462. A bill to require the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study regarding insurance coverage for damages from wildfires, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Wildfire Insurance Coverage Study Act of 2023". SEC. 2.  more

Rep. Williams Introduces Resolution on Ban on Issuance of LNG Export Permits
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Brandon Williams, R-N.Y., introduced a concurrent resolution on Feb. 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. H. Con. Res. 90. Concurrent resolution condemning the Biden administration for its ban on the issuance of liquefied natural gas export permits; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such prov  more

Rep. Yakym Introduces Sergeant Ted Grubbs Mental Healthcare for Disabled Veterans
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Rep. Rudy Yakym, R-Ind., introduced the "Sergeant Ted Grubbs Mental Healthcare for Disabled Veterans" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. H.R. 7464. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for access standards with respect to the provision by the Department of Veterans Affairs of hospital care, medical services, or extended care services that are applicable to certain veterans with mental disorders; to the Committee on Vetera  more

Sen. Barrasso Introduces LNG Security Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., introduced the "LNG Security Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3829. A bill to address actions for applications to export liquefied natural gas, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "LNG Security Act". SEC. 2. Action on applications to export liquefied na  more

Sen. Blackburn Introduces Safer Prisons Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., introduced the "Safer Prisons Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3817. A bill to increase the criminal penalties for assaulting a Bureau of Prisons correctional officer; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Safer Prisons Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Enhanced penalties for assault on Bureau of Prisons correctional officers.  more

Sen. Booker Introduces South Asian Heart Health Awareness & Research Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3850. A bill to provide for research and improvement of cardiovascular health among the South Asian population of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "South Asian Heart He  more

Sen. Cardin Introduces International Freedom Protection Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., introduced the "International Freedom Protection Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3854. A bill to combat transnational repression abroad, to strengthen tools to combat authoritarianism, corruption, and kleptocracy, to invest in democracy research and development, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss. * * * SECTION 1. Short  more

Sen. Casey Introduces Shrinkflation Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Shrinkflation Prevention Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3819. A bill to direct the Federal Trade Commission to issue regulations to establish shrinkflation as an unfair or deceptive act or practice, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Jacky Rosen, D-Nev.,   more

Sen. Casey Introduces Waterway Activation that Targets Economic Revitalization, Welcomes Activity, & Yields Success Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Waterway Activation that Targets Economic Revitalization, Welcomes Activity, and Yields Success Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3846. A bill to establish a task force on waterway freight diversification and economic development in the Ohio, Allegheny, and Monongahela River corridors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The bill is cosponsored by S  more

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Bill on Imposing Fees on Health Care Providers
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., introduced legislation on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3805. A bill to amend title XI of the Social Security Act to prohibit health plans from imposing fees on health care providers for electronic funds transfers and health care payment and remittance advice transactions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash. * * * SECTION 1. Short title  more

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Bill to Improve Payment Method for Oxygen and Oxygen Related Equipment, Supplies, Services
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., introduced legislation on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3821. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the payment method for oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services, to increase beneficiary access to oxygen and oxygen related equipment, supplies, and services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mark R. Warner, D-Va  more

Sen. Cassidy Introduces Modernizing Clean Air Permitting Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., introduced the "Modernizing Clean Air Permitting Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3826. A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to revise the treatment of certain resilience actions and natural disasters, to limit the issuance of new standards for criteria pollutants, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Modernizi  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3801. A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal Reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, to prohibit the use of central bank digital currency for monetary policy, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Joint Resolution on Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced a joint resolution on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 58. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces"; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The resolution is cosponsored by S  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces No FAMS at the Border Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "No FAMS at the Border Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3808. A bill to prohibit deployment of Federal air marshals to the southern and northern borders of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "No FAMS at the Border Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Prohibition on deployment.  more

Sen. Cruz Introduces Terminating Unlawful Negligence & Nullifying Exemptions & Licenses to Sanctions Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, introduced the "Terminating Unlawful Negligence and Nullifying Exemptions and Licenses to Sanctions Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3814. A bill to prohibit actions that would authorize conduct of official United States Government business in the Gaza Strip or the West Bank; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., an  more

Sen. Duckworth Introduces Lead Endangers Animals Daily Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., introduced the "Lead Endangers Animals Daily Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3852. A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, to promulgate regulations prohibiting the use of lead ammunition on all land and water under the jurisdiction and control of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, and for other purposes; to  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Bill to Designate Area of Sumner Row as "Alexi Navalny Way"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced legislation on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3804. A bill to designate the area of Sumner Row between 16th Street Northwest and L Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Alexi Navalny Way"; to the Committee The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Bill Cassidy, R-La., John Fetterman, D-Pa., Tim Kaine, D-Va., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., Rick Scott, R-Fla., Sheldon  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Inspector General Access Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Inspector General Access Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3813. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, relative to the powers of the Inspector General of the Department of Justice; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Lee, R-Utah, Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Christopher Coons, D-Del., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Ted Cruz,  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 4. A bill to amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to section 4 of the Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Richard   more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Fighting Irrational Regulatory Enforcement to Avert Retailers' Misfortune Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "Fighting Irrational Regulatory Enforcement to Avert Retailers' Misfortune Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3812. A bill to provide firearm licensees an opportunity to correct statutory and regulatory violations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Mike Braun, R-Ind., Ted Budd, R-N.C., Bill Cassidy, R-La., Kev  more

Sen. Fetterman Introduces Food & Nutrition Delivery Safety Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., introduced the "Food and Nutrition Delivery Safety Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3824. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to establish online and delivery standards, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Food and Nutrition De  more

Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Strategic Plan for Aging Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced the "Strategic Plan for Aging Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3827. A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to require the Assistant Secretary for Aging to award grants to States, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations to create or implement Multisector Plans for Aging and Aging with a Disability, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions  more

Sen. Grassley Introduces Justice for Murder Victims Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced the "Justice for Murder Victims Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3859. A bill to ensure that homicides can be prosecuted under Federal law without regard to the time elapsed between the act or omission that caused the death of the victim and the death itself; considered and passed. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the  more

Sen. Hagerty Introduces Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., introduced the "Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3833. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of, or who have committed, an offense for driving while intoxicated or impaired are inadmissible and deportable; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Lee, R-Utah, Tom Cotton, R-Ark.,  more

Sen. Hawley Introduces Protecting American Autoworkers From China Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., introduced the "Protecting American Autoworkers From China Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3831. A bill to increase duties imposed with respect to autos imported into the United States that originate in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Protecting American Autoworkers from China Act of 2024".   more

Sen. Hawley Introduces Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., introduced the "Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3853. A bill to extend the period for filing claims under the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act and to provide for compensation under such Act for claims relating to Manhattan Project waste, and to improve compensation for workers involved in uranium mining; read the first time. * * * SECTION 1. Short title;  more

Sen. Hawley Introduces Time to Choose Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., introduced the "Time to Choose Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3810. A bill to prohibit conflict of interests among consulting firms that simultaneously contract with the Government of the People's Republic of China and the United States Government, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Time to   more

Sen. Hyde-Smith Introduces Bill on Taxpayers Claiming Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., introduced legislation on Feb. 12, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3798. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require taxpayers claiming the child and earned income tax credits, and their qualifying children, to have a valid social security number for employment purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Child tax credit identification requirements. SEC. 2. Earned income c  more

Sen. Hyde-Smith Introduces Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., introduced the "Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3838. A bill to amend the Agricultural Credit Act of 1978 to authorize assistance for emergency measures in response to pine beetle outbreaks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Emergency Pine Beetle Response Act   more

Sen. Kelly Introduces Legacy Mine Cleanup Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., introduced the "Legacy Mine Cleanup Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3858. A bill to establish within the Office of Land and Emergency Management of the Environmental Protection Agency the Office of Mountains, Deserts, and Plains, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may  more

Sen. Kennedy Introduces Bill to Sanction Any Contempt of Immigration Judge's Authority
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., introduced legislation on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3811. A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify the authority of immigration judges to sanction any contempt of the judge's authority; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Empowering Immigratio  more

Sen. Kennedy Introduces Crawfish Recovery Assistance from Weather Disasters And Droughts Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., introduced the "Crawfish Recovery Assistance from Weather Disasters And Droughts Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3836. A bill to improve drought-related disaster assistance programs of the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Crawfish Recovery Assistance from Weather Disas  more

Sen. King Introduces VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, introduced the "VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3841. A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the impact of a proposed rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on access of veterans to long-term care facilities; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Skills Investment Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Skills Investment Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3816. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for lifelong learning accounts, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Skills Investment Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Coverdell lifelong learning accounts.  more

Sen. Lummis Introduces Joint Resolution on SEC Rule on Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., introduced a joint resolution on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 59. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121"; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. * * * Providing for congressional disapproval under  more

Sen. Lummis Introduces Protect America's Lands Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., introduced the "Protect America's Lands Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3840. A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to prohibit exchanges from effecting transactions in securities issued by natural asset companies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., James Risch, R-Idaho, Pete Ricketts  more

Sen. Markey Introduces Connect the Grid Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., introduced the "Connect the Grid Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3855. A bill to interconnect the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to its neighbors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Connect the Grid Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Definitions. SEC. 3. Jurisdiction with respect to ERCOT. SEC. 4. Elec  more

Sen. Merkley Introduces Protecting American Households From Rising Energy Costs Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the "Protecting American Households From Rising Energy Costs Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3828. A bill to prohibit the export of liquefied natural gas and petroleum products to certain countries; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, and Jack Reed, D-R.I. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Ac  more

Sen. Merkley Introduces Zero-Emission Vehicles Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the "Zero-Emission Vehicles Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3845. A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to create a national zero-emission vehicle standard, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Zero-Emission Vehicles Act of 2024" or the "ZE  more

Sen. Murkowski Introduces Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension & Fulfillment Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, introduced the "Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension and Fulfillment Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3802. A bill to make additional Federal public land available for selection under the Alaska Native Vietnam era veterans land allotment program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska. *   more

Sen. Murray Introduces Service Members Are Ready To Save Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., introduced the "Service Members Are Ready To Save Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3837. A bill to improve financial literacy training for members of the Armed Forces; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Service Members Are Ready To Save Act of 2024" or the "SMART Save Act of 2024". SEC. 2  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Jamul Indian Village Land Transfer Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3857. A bill to take certain land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Jamul Indian Village of California, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Indian Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Jamul Ind  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Establishment Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Establishment Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3830. A bill to authorize the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program Establishment Act". SEC. 2  more

Sen. Padilla Introduces Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., introduced the "Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3842. A bill to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammed Ali, in recognition of his contributions to the United States; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. * * * SECT  more

Sen. Paul Introduces Resolution on Disapproval of Proposed Foreign Military Sale of Defense Articles to Egypt
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., introduced a resolution on Jan. 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 54. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. * * * Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense article  more

Sen. Paul Introduces Resolution on Disapproval of Proposed Foreign Military Sale of Defense Articles to Egypt
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., introduced a joint resolution on Jan. 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 55. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. * * * Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense a  more

Sen. Paul Introduces Resolution to Disapprove Proposed Foreign Military Sales of Defense Articles to Egypt
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., introduced a joint resolution on Jan. 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 56. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sales to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. * * * Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sales to the Government of Egypt of certain defense  more

Sen. Peters Introduces Bill to Designate Facility as "Sojourner Truth Post Office"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced legislation on Feb. 29, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3851. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 90 McCamly Street South in Battle Creek, Michigan, as the "Sojourner Truth Post Office"; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich. * * * SECTION 1. Sojourner Truth Post Office.   more

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Bill to Designate Facility as "Bill Barrett Post Office Building"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced legislation on Feb. 29, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3839. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 203 East 6th Street in Lexington, Nebraska, as the ``Bill Barrett Post Office Building''; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb. * * * SECTION 1. Bill Barrett Post Office Buildin  more

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced the "Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3818. A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to include fuel for ocean-going vessels as additional renewable fuel for which credits may be generated under the renewable fuel program; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. Th  more

Sen. Risch Introduces Electronic Medical Records for Foreign Service Personnel Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, introduced the "Electronic Medical Records for Foreign Service Personnel Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3809. A bill to require electronic medical records at the Department of State for Foreign Service personnel; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Electronic Medical Records for Foreign Service Personnel Act of 2024". SEC. 2. Sense of Co  more

Sen. Romney Introduces One Door to Work Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, introduced the "One Door to Work Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3825. A bill to amend the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to establish a State innovation demonstration authority; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "One Door to Work Act". SEC. 2. State innovation demonstration authority.  more

Sen. Rounds Introduces Purchased & Referred Care Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., introduced the "Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act" on Feb. 12, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3797. A bill to amend the Indian Health Care Improvement Act to address liability for payment of charges or costs associated with provision of purchased/referred care services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Indian Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., John Thune, R-S.D., John  more

Sen. Rounds Introduces Timber Harvesting Restoration Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., introduced the "Timber Harvesting Restoration Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3856. A bill to require certain forest supervisors of units of the National Forest System to submit to the Chief of the Forest Service a harvesting improvement report, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Timber Harvesting  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Bill on Reimbursement of Travel Expenses
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3834. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure veterans may obtain a physical copy of a form for reimbursement of certain travel expenses by mail or at medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Ariz. * * *   more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Bill to Designate Medical Center as "Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center"
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3822. A bill to designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the "Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center"; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla. * * * SECTION 1. Designation of Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida.  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Bill to Evaluate How Frequency of Summary Notices Can Be Increased
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced legislation on Feb. 12, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3799. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to evaluate how the frequency of summary notices provided to patients can be increased, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Medicare Organization Report Enhancing (MORE) Summaries Act". SEC. 2. Increasing the f  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Diplomatic Security Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Diplomatic Security Modernization Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3820. A bill to modernize diplomatic security, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--This Act may be cited as the "Diplomatic Security Modernization Act". SEC. 2. Definitions.  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Punishing Medicare Fraudsters Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Punishing Medicare Fraudsters Act" on Feb. 12, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3800. A bill to increase the penalties for health care fraud, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Punishing Medicare Fraudsters Act". SEC. 2. Increased penalties for health care fraud under title 18. SEC. 3. Increased criminal penalties for a  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act" on Feb. 28, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3823. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat spaceports like airports for purposes of exempt facility bond rules; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act  more

Sen. Schmitt Introduces Resolution on Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., introduced a joint resolution on Feb. 1, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on March 4. S.J. Res. 57. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Treasury relating to "Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds"; to the Committee on Finance. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., Tom Cotton, R-A  more

Sen. Smith Introduces Improving Social Determinants of Health Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., introduced the "Improving Social Determinants of Health Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3847. A bill to authorize the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to carry out a Social Determinants of Health Program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I.,  more

Sen. Smith Introduces Survivor Financial Safety & Inclusion Working Group Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., introduced the "Survivor Financial Safety and Inclusion Working Group Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3835. A bill to establish an interagency Working Group to study financial safety and inclusion for survivors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Survivor Financial Safety and Inclusion Working Grou  more

Sen. Thune Introduces Improving Disclosure for Investors Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., introduced the "Improving Disclosure for Investors Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3815. A bill to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to promulgate rules with respect to the electronic delivery of certain required disclosures, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., and John W. Hickenlooper, D-Colo.   more

Sen. Tillis Introduces Alternatives to Prevent Addiction In the Nation Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., introduced the "Alternatives to Prevent Addiction In the Nation Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3832. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure appropriate access to non-opioid pain management drugs under part D of the Medicare program; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Alt  more

Sen. Tillis Introduces Supporting Farm Operations Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., introduced the "Supporting Farm Operations Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3848. A bill to direct the Secretary of Labor to freeze the existing adverse effect wage rate applicable to H-2A nonimmigrants through December 31, 2025; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ted Budd, R-N.C., Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., Roger Marshall, R-Kan., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wy  more

Sen. Van Hollen Introduces Empower Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., introduced the "Empower Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text and summary of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3843. A bill to amend chapters 95 and 96 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform the system of public financing for Presidential election campaigns, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M. * * * SECTION 1. Short title; table of contents. (a) Short title.--Th  more

Sen. Van Hollen Introduces Restoring Integrity to America's Elections Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., introduced the "Restoring Integrity to America's Elections Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3844. A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to reduce the number of members of the Federal Election Commission from 6 to 5, to revise the method of selection and terms of service of members of the Commission, to distribute the powers of the Commission between the Chair and the remaining membe  more

Sen. Warner Introduces Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Mark R. Warner, D-Va., introduced the "Promoting United States Leadership in Standards Act" on Feb. 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3849. A bill to promote United States leadership in technical standards by directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Department of State to take certain actions to encourage and enable United States participation in developing standards and specifications for artificial intelligence  more

Sen. Warren Introduces Price Gouging Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Price Gouging Prevention Act" on Feb. 26, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3803. A bill to make price gouging unlawful, to expand the ability of the Federal Trade Commission to seek permanent injunctions and equitable relief, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., Bernie Sanders  more

Sen. Welch Introduces Bill to Allow Deductions of Student Loan Payments From Income
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., introduced legislation on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3807. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to allow for deductions of student loan payments from income; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Cory Booker, D-N.J., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Richard   more

Sen. Welch Introduces COLAs Don't Count Act
WASHINGTON, March 21 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., introduced the "COLAs Don't Count Act" on Feb. 27, 2024. The text of the bill was released on March 19. S. 3806. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to improve the cost of living adjustment exclusion from income under the supplemental nutrition assistance program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Ron Wyd  more