WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Mich., introduced the "Strengthening Administrative PAYGO Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8195. A bill to strengthen congressional oversight of the Administrative Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2023, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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 provisions as fall wit  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced the "Securing Consumers Against Misrepresented Debt Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8196. A bill to amend the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to safeguard access to information for consumers and to stop abusive debt litigation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Foster, D-Ill., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Jame  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., introduced legislation on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8165. A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish qualifications for the appointment of a person as a marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, in the Veterans Health Administration; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Establishment of qualifications for the appointment of a person as  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., introduced the "Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8200. A bill to amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, to award grants to eligible entities to carry out construction or modernization projects designed to strengthen and  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on April 18, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. H. Res. 1162. A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as "Second Chance Month"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. David Trone, D-Md., Bruce Westerman, R-Ark., and Don Bacon, R-Neb. * * * Expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as "Second Chance Month". Whereas every ind  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., introduced the "Wounded Warrior Research Enhancement Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 1. H.R. 8167. A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to award grants to fund research on orthotics and prosthetics; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., and Dels. Eleanor   more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Matthew Cartwright, D-Pa., introduced the "Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8168. A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to award grants to establish, or expand upon, master's degree programs in orthotics and prosthetics, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Josh Gotthe  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on April 26, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. H.J. Res. 131. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The r  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on April 23, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. H. Res. 1168. A resolution supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rights Week"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Anthony D'Esposito, R-N.Y. * * * Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 27, 2024, as "National Crime Victims Rig  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., introduced the "TANF State Expenditure Integrity Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8203. A bill to prevent and address intentional misuse of subrecipient TANF funds; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Judy Chu, D-Calif., Gwen Moore, D-Wis., Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., and Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as t  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-Pa., introduced the "Lead Free Forests Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8169. A bill to require the Secretary of Agriculture to prohibit the use of lead ammunition on all lands and waters under the jurisdiction and control of the Forest Service, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speak  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Miss., introduced a resolution on April 18, 2024. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 31. H. Res. 1158. A resolution recognizing the anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, known as the "Seabees", and the tremendous sacrifices and contributions by the Seabees who have fought and served on behalf of our country; to the Committee on Armed Services. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia   more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., introduced the "Choose Medicare Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8207. A bill to provide for the establishment of Medicare part E public health plans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Education and the Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions   more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, introduced legislation on April 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 1. H.R. 8150. A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to establish procedures for conducting maintenance projects at ports of entry at which the Office of Field Operations conducts certain enforcement and facilitation activities; to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a peri  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on April 20, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. H. Res. 1164. A resolution acknowledging the particular threat climate change poses to a secure and sustainable future for all children and the important stake children have in a healthy planet; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., introduced legislation on April 29, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 1. H.R. 8151. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligible practitioners to furnish telehealth services; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction o  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Debbie Lesko, R-Ariz., introduced the "Fixing Administrations Unethical Corrupt Influence Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8211. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former employees of covered health agencies from serving on the board of entities involved in development and research of a drug, biological product, or device and from profiting from a drug, biological product, or device, and for other purposes;   more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on April 20, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. H. Res. 1166. A resolution expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes; 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 provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee conce  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., introduced a resolution on April 18, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on May 31. H. Res. 1157. A resolution recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2024, as ``National Lineman Appreciation Day''; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Flood, R-Neb., Ma  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-Calif., introduced legislation on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8216. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to authorize appropriations for the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2024 through 2028, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. * * * SECTION 1. Banning municipal airport.  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced the "Growing and Preserving Innovation in America Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8184. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the scheduled reduction in the deduction for foreign-derived intangible income; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Growing  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. William Timmons, R-S.C., introduced the "Demanding Citizenship in DC Elections Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8218. A bill to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to require any individual who votes in a municipal election of the District of Columbia to be a United States citizen and to provide proof of citizenship; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. August Pfluger, R-Texa  more

WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, introduced the "Lahaina National Heritage Area Act" on May 1, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 8219. A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to assess the suitability and feasibility of designating certain land as the Lahaina National Heritage Area, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., Joe Neguse, D-Colo., Mark Ta  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Norma Torres, D-Calif., introduced the "Consent is Key Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8189. A bill to encourage States to voluntarily pass laws to authorize civil damages and equitable relief for nonconsensual sexual protection barrier removal, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Nanette D. Barraga  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Norma Torres, D-Calif., introduced the "Stealthing Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8188. A bill to create a civil action for non- consensual sexual protection barrier removal, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Troy Carter, D-La., Grace Meng, D-N.Y., David Trone, D-Md  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., introduced the "Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8191. A bill to prohibit discrimination based on an individual's texture or style of hair; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisio  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Frederica S. Wilson, D-Fla., introduced the "High School Voter Empowerment Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. H.R. 8192. A bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require States to designate public high schools as voter registration agencies, to direct such schools to conduct voter registration drives for students attending such schools, to direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to reimburse such schools  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., introduced the "Captive Primate Safety Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. S. 4206. A bill to amend the Lacey Act Amendments of 1981 to prohibit certain activities involving prohibited primate species, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., and Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Sen. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., introduced the "High School Voter Empowerment Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. S. 4211. A bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require States to designate public high schools as voter registration agencies, to direct such schools to conduct voter registration drives for students attending such schools, to direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to reimburse such schools for  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Sen. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., introduced the "Next Step Home Act" on April 30, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 2. S. 4217. A bill to secure the Federal voting rights of persons when released from incarceration under the First Step Act; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Peter Welch, D-Vt., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Christopher Coons, D-Del., Tammy Duckworth,  more

WASHINGTON, June 7 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., introduced a resolution on April 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 2. S. Res. 664. A resolution recognizing the designation of April as "Community College Month" to celebrate more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education and workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States; considered and agreed to. The resolut  more

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Ind., introduced the "Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved Act" on April 19, 2024. The text of the bill was released on May 31. S. 4199. A bill to authorize additional district judges for the district courts and convert temporary judgeships; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Christopher Coons, D-Del., James Lankford, R-Okla., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Thom   more