Saturday - November 23, 2024
Bill Introductions Involving Alabama Newsletter for Sunday June 23, 2024 ( 20 items )  

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

Rep. Luttrell Introduces Safeguarding Tactics & Operational Procedures from Enemies Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Rep. Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, introduced the "Safeguarding Tactics and Operational Procedures from Enemies Act" on March 21, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. H.R. 7767. A bill to amend the Uniform Code of Military Justice to expand the definition of aiding the enemy to include the provision of military education, military training, and tactical advice; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., Elissa Sl  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. Budd Introduces Resolution to Condemn Violent Anti-Israel Protests
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-N.C., introduced a resolution on May 9, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 16. S. Res. 680. A resolution condemning the violent, anti- American and anti-Israel protests that are occurring on campuses of institutions of higher education nationwide; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Mike Lee, R-Utah, James Risch, R-Idaho, Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Marsha Blackburn  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. 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. Peters Introduces DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced the "DHS Better Ballistic Body Armor Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4305. A bill to improve the effectiveness of body armor issued to female agents and officers of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Katie Boyd Britt, R-Ala. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cite  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. Risch Introduces No Official Palestine Entry Act
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, introduced the "No Official Palestine Entry Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4311. A bill to limit funds to the United Nations and other organizations that provide any status, rights, or privileges beyond observer status to the Palestine Liberation Organization, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., Bill   more

Sen. Scott Resolution to Support Annual National Charter Schools Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 699. A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education and supporting the ideals and goals of the 25th Annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 12 through May 18, 2024; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored   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