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Bill Introductions Involving Illinois Newsletter for Sunday June 16, 2024 ( 25 items )  

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Project Turnkey Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced the "Project Turnkey Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 9. H.R. 8297. A bill to amend the HOME Investment Partnerships Act to establish a Project Turnkey Program to leverage vacant hotels and motels for housing and enhance shelter capacity nationally, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Ba  more

Rep. Brown Introduces Uterine Fibroid Intervention & Gynecological Health Treatment Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, introduced the "Uterine Fibroid Intervention and Gynecological Health Treatment Act" on May 6, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 9. H.R. 8247. A bill to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to increase early detection of and intervention for uterine fibroids, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Sheila Cherfilus-McC  more

Rep. Casten Introduces Blockchain Integrity Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., introduced the "Blockchain Integrity Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8266. A bill to place a 2-year moratorium on financial institutions handling, using, or transacting with funds routed through digital asset mixers and to require the Secretary of the Treasury to carry out a study of digital asset mixers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bill   more

Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Introduces U.S.-Africa Strategic Trade & Investment Partnership Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., introduced the "U.S.-Africa Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership Act" on May 6, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 9. H.R. 8249. A bill to strengthen the African Continental Free Trade Area, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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   more

Rep. Doggett Introduces Stop Corporate Inversions Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, introduced the "Stop Corporate Inversions Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8268. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the rules relating to inverted corporations; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Mark Pocan, D-Wis., and Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Rep. Fulcher Introduces Joint Resolution on EPA Rule on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Russ Fulcher, R-Idaho, introduced a joint resolution on May 1, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., John Joyce, R-Pa., Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., Buddy Carter, R-Ga., Tim Walberg, R-Mich., Debbie Lesko, R-Ariz., Troy Balderson, R-Ohio, John H. Rutherford, R-Fla., Pete Stauber, R-Minn., Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, Scott Perry, R-Pa., Dan Meuser, R-P  more

Rep. Garcia Introduces Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development & Generating Renewable Energy to Electrify the Nation's Infrastructure & Jobs Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., introduced the "Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development and Generating Renewable Energy to Electrify the Nation's Infrastructure and Jobs Act" on May 6, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 9. H.R. 8253. A bill to establish a green transportation infrastructure grant program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y.  more

Rep. Goldman Introduces Resolution to Recognize 50th Anniversary of Ms. Foundation for Women
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Daniel Goldman, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on April 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1184. A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Ms. Foundation for Women; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Robin  more

Rep. Graves Introduces Resolution to Recognize Roles of Elementary, Secondary School Teachers
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo., introduced a resolution on May 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1197. A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., Brendan Boyle, D-Pa., Danny K. Davis, D-Ill.  more

Rep. James Introduces Resolution on EPA Rule on Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. John James, R-Mich., introduced a resolution on May 1, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H.J. Res. 136. 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 resolution i  more

Rep. Joyce Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of National Nurses Week
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. David Joyce, R-Ohio, introduced a resolution on May 7, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 10. H. Res. 1208. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2024; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jen Kiggans, R-Va., and Lauren Underwood, D-Ill. * * * Supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be  more

Rep. Kim Introduces Resolution to Recognize Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., introduced a resolution on May 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1193. A resolution recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week to raise awareness about maternal mental health and its effects on maternal-child health; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., Gwen Moore, D-Wis., Bonnie Watson Co  more

Rep. LaHood Introduces Bringing Back American Jobs Through Intellectual Property Repatriation Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill., introduced the "Bringing Back American Jobs Through Intellectual Property Repatriation Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8274. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to encourage the transfer of intangible property from controlled foreign corporations to United States shareholders; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. A. Drew Ferguson, R-Ga., Adrian Smith, R-Neb.,   more

Rep. Miller Introduces Preserving America's Farmland Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., introduced the "Preserving America's Farmland Act " on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8277. A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a study on the effects of solar panel installations on covered farmland, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Preserving America's Farmland Act". SEC. 2. Study on effects of solar p  more

Rep. Napolitano Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Mental Health Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on May 7, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 10. H. Res. 1206. A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Mental Health Awareness Month"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Andrea Salinas, D-Ore., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., David Trone, D-Md., Katie Porter, D-Calif., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Scott Peters,  more

Rep. Newhouse Introduces Resolution to Designate National First Responder Month
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., introduced a resolution on April 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1185. A resolution designating the month of May as "National First Responder Month"; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Bost, R-Ill., Anthony D'Esposito, R-N.Y., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., and Adrian Smith, R-Neb. * * * Designating the month of May as "Natio  more

Rep. Nunn Introduces Safe Schools & Communities Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, introduced the "Safe Schools and Communities Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8280. A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to award grants to local educational agencies to enhance school and community safety, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Safe Sch  more

Rep. Ramirez Introduces Resolution on Indigenous People of Guatemala
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., introduced a resolution on April 30, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1186. A resolution recognizing the indispensable role of the Indigenous people of Guatemala in ensuring a democratic transition following the 2023 general election in the face of judicial corruption, political exclusion, and historic marginalization, and urging the Government of Guatemala to follow through on its commitments to represent and eq  more

Rep. Roy Introduces Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, introduced the "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. H.R. 8281. A bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., Steve Scalise, R-La  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Taxpayer Data Protection Act
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., introduced the "Taxpayer Data Protection Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 9. H.R. 8292. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., Mike Kelly, R-Pa., David Schweikert, R-Ariz., Darin LaHood, R-Ill., Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, Jo  more

Rep. Williams Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Glioblastoma Awareness Day
WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on May 6, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 8. H. Res. 1203. A resolution expressing support for the designation of July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastoma Awareness Day"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Brian J. Mast, R-Fla., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., and Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass. * * * Expressing support for the designation of July 17, 2024, as "Glioblastom  more

Sen. Grassley Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of National Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month
WASHINGTON, June 13 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 12. S. Res. 672. A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., Margaret Wood Hassan, D-N.H., Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Tina Smith, D-Minn., R  more

Sen. Murray Introduces Advancing Menopause Care & Mid-Life Women's Health Act
WASHINGTON, June 13 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., introduced the "Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Womens Health Act" on May 2, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. S. 4246. A bill to improve menopause care and mid-life women's health, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Shelley Moore Capito, R-  more

Sen. Rosen Introduces Transpacific Allies Investing in Weapons to Advance National Security Act
WASHINGTON, June 13 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., introduced the "Transpacific Allies Investing in Weapons to Advance National Security Act" on May 2, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 10. S. 4241. A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to appropriately consider Taiwan for enhanced defense industrial base cooperation activities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, Tim Kaine, D-Va., Rick Scott,   more

Sen. Shaheen Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Small Business Week
WASHINGTON, June 13 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 12. S. Res. 671. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, Angus S.  more