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Bill Introductions Involving Kansas Newsletter for Sunday June 23, 2024 ( 23 items )  

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 2020-02
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 140. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 2020-02"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-T  more

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 141. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-Tex  more

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Definition of Investment Advice Fiduciary
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 142. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Retirement Security Rule: Definition of an Investment Advice Fiduciary"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Se  more

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Prohibited Transaction Exemptions
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 143. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemptions 75-1, 77-4, 80-83, 83-1, and 86-128"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by R  more

Rep. Guest Introduces Resolution to Memorialize Law Enforcement Officers Killed in Line of Duty
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., introduced a resolution on May 14, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 17. H. Res. 1226. A resolution resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Letlow, R-La., Chris Pappas, D-N.H., Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., Garret Graves, R-La., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Jake LaTurner, R-Kan., Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., Daniel Crensh  more

Sen. Boozman Introduces Resolution to Honor Life of Ex-State Sen. Pryor
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Ark., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Res. 673. A resolution honoring the life of David Hampton Pryor, former United States Senator for the State of Arkansas; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn  more

Sen. Britt Introduces More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Katie Boyd Britt, R-Ala., introduced the "More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4296. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide more opportunities for mothers to succeed, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., Steve Daines, R-Mont., Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Cindy   more

Sen. Budd Introduces Joint Resolution on Definition of Investment Advice Fiduciary
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-N.C., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 79. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Retirement Security Rule: Definition of an Investment Advice Fiduciary"; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The joint resolution is cosponsored b  more

Sen. Cornyn Introduces Joint Resolution on BATF Rule on Definition of Engaged in Business as Dealer in Firearms
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 83. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Definition of 'Engaged in the Business' as a Dealer in Firearms"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by  more

Sen. Daines Resolution to Designate National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Native Women & Girls Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Res. 674. A resolution designating May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., James Lankford, R-Okla., Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., John Hoeven, R-N.D., Jerry Moran, R-Ka  more

Sen. Graham Introduces Resolution to Condemn Decision to Halt Shipment of U.S. Made Ammunition to Israel
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on May 9, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 16. S. Res. 682. A resolution condemning the decision by the Biden Administration to halt the shipment of United States made ammunition and weapons to the State of Israel; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, Roger Marshall, R-Kan.  more

Sen. Graham Resolution to Designate National Police Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 697. A resolution designating the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as "National Police Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Mike Lee, R-Utah, Christopher Coons, D-Del., Ted Cruz, R-  more

Sen. Grassley Resolution to Support Goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 692. A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2024, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., J  more

Sen. Lee Introduces Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced the "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4292. 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 Rules and Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Tommy   more

Sen. Lummis Introduces Joint Resolution on Endangered Wildlife, Plants
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 80. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations Pertaining to Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants"'; to the Committee on   more

Sen. Marshall Introduces No Flights for Terrorists Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., introduced the "No Flights for Terrorists Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4274. A bill to require the Federal Bureau of Investigation to place on the No Fly List individuals who have supported foreign terrorist organizations, encouraged crimes of violence against Jewish persons, or been disciplined by an institution of higher education in relation to such conduct; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bi  more

Sen. Marshall Introduces Physician & Patient Safety Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., introduced the "Physician and Patient Safety Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4278. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue regulations to ensure due process rights for physicians before any termination, restriction, or reduction of the professional activity of such physicians or staff privileges of such physicians; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. T  more

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Joint Resolution on Endangered, Threatened Species
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 85. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat"; to the Committee on Commerc  more

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Joint Resolution on Listing Endangered, Threatened Species
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 84. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat; to the Committee on Env  more

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Renewable Fuels Month
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 694. A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. T  more

Sen. Sullivan Introduces Joint Resolution on Rule on Regulations for Interagency Cooperation Relating to Endangered Wildlife, Plants
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 81. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations for Interagency Cooperation"; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Th  more

Sen. Sullivan Introduces Joint Resolution on U.S. Fish & Wildlife Rule on Endangered Wildlife, Plants
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, introduced a joint resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S.J. Res. 86. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations for Interagency Cooperation"; to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. The r  more

Sen. Tuberville Introduces Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., introduced the "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4297. A bill to repeal the Corporate Transparency Act; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Mike Lee, R-Utah, Rick Scott, R-Fla., Ted Budd, R-N.C., Roger Marshall, R-Kan., J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, and Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss. * * *   more