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Bill Introductions Involving Illinois Newsletter for Sunday June 30, 2024 ( 26 items )  

Rep. Armstrong Introduces Joint Resolution on EPA Rule on National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D., introduced a joint resolution on May 17, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H.J. Res. 150. 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 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Utility Steam Generating Units Review of the Residual Risk and T  more

Rep. Blumenauer Introduces Restaurant Service Charge Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., introduced the "Restaurant Service Charge Fairness Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8401. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit for a portion of employer social security taxes paid with respect to service charges paid by the employer to an employee in the form of wages, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may  more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Elder Pride Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced the "Elder Pride Act" on May 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 8423. A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to establish a LGBTQI rural outreach grant program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mark Pocan, D-Wis., Sharice Davids, D-Kan., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, Barbara Lee, D  more

Rep. Calvert Introduces Israel Security Assistance Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Ken Calvert, R-Calif., introduced the "Israel Security Assistance Support Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 24. H.R. 8369. A bill to provide for the expeditious delivery of defense articles and defense services for Israel and other matters; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case f  more

Rep. Caraveo Introduces Youth Suicide Prevention Research Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., introduced the "Youth Suicide Prevention Research Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8377. A bill to amend the Advancing Research to Prevent Suicide Act to expand the areas of focus regarding childhood suicide, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brandon Williams, R-N.Y., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, S  more

Rep. Casten Introduces Getting Renewable & Energy Efficient Neighborhoods Appraisals Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Sean Casten, D-Ill., introduced the "Getting Renewable and Energy Efficient Neighborhoods Appraisals Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8402. A bill to provide for accurate energy appraisals in connection with residential mortgage loans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for   more

Rep. Ciscomani Introduces Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., introduced the "Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8371. A bill to make certain improvements in the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Natural Resources, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently   more

Rep. Clyde Introduces Joint Resolution on Definition of Engaged in Business as Dealer in Firearms
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 25. H.J. Res. 144. 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, Department of Justice, relating to "Definition of 'Engaged in the Business' as a Dealer in Firearms"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The r  more

Rep. Cohen Introduces Resolution to Censure Associate Justice Alito for Violating Federal Recusal Statute
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., introduced a resolution on May 21, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1244. A resolution censuring Associate Justice Samuel Alito, Jr., for knowingly violating the Federal recusal statute and binding ethics standards; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., Becca Balint, D-Vt., Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Kevin Mullin, D-Calif., Brendan B  more

Rep. Griffith Introduces Joint Resolution on EPA Rule on Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Va., introduced a joint resolution on May 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H.J. Res. 152. 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 "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments"; to the Com  more

Rep. Grothman Introduces Resolution on Welfare Programs
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1235. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that certain welfare programs discourage marriage and hurt the institution of the family in the United States; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Rick Allen, R-Ga., Randy Weber, R-Texas, and Doug Lamborn, R  more

Rep. Guest Introduces Resolution to Honor Commitment of Emergency Medical Services Personnel
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., introduced a resolution on May 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1252. A resolution honoring the commitment and care of emergency medical services personnel; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Richard Hudson, R-N.C., Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Daniel Crenshaw, R-Texas, Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., Don Bacon, R-Neb., Rich McCormick, R-Ga., Lori   more

Rep. Jackson Introduces Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing & Record of Sale Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Jonathan Jackson, D-Ill., introduced the "Blair Holt Firearm Owner Licensing and Record of Sale Act" on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8354. A bill to provide for the implementation of a system of licensing for purchasers of certain firearms and for a record of sale system for those firearms, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Rep. Kelly Introduces Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., introduced the "Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8383. A bill to improve obstetric emergency care; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Young Kim, R-Calif., Dan Meuser, R-Pa., and Kim Schrier, D-Wash. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act". SEC. 2. Obstetric emergency training program.   more

Rep. Krishnamoorthi Introduces Baby Food Safety Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., introduced the "Baby Food Safety Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8385. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of food and limit the presence of contaminants in infant and toddler food, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited   more

Rep. Krishnamoorthi Introduces Taiwan Allies Fund Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., introduced the "Taiwan Allies Fund Act" on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8358. A bill to support Taiwan's international space, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., Andy Barr, R-Ky., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., Ted Lieu, D-Calif., and Mike Lawler, R-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short   more

Rep. Luna Introduces President Donald J. Trump Congressional Gold Medal Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Anna P. Luna, R-Fla., introduced the "President Donald J. Trump Congressional Gold Medal Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8386. A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to President Donald J. Trump in recognition of his exceptional leadership and dedication to strengthening America's diplomatic relations during his presidency; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., Randy  more

Rep. Magaziner Introduces Domenic & Ed's Law
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Seth Magaziner, D-R.I., introduced the "Domenic and Ed's Law" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8407. A bill to provide for the discharge of parent borrower liability if a student on whose behalf a parent has received certain student loans becomes disabled; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Kevi  more

Rep. Miller Introduces Joint Resolution on OSHA Rule on Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., introduced a joint resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 25. H.J. Res. 147. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration relating to "Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by   more

Rep. Scalise Introduces Firearms Interstate Commerce Reform Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., introduced the "Firearms Interstate Commerce Reform Act" on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8364. A bill to amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to update certain procedures applicable to commerce in firearms and remove certain Federal restrictions on interstate firearms transactions; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Scott Desjarlais, R-Tenn., Aaron Bean, R-Fla., D  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Resolution on Establishment of Comprehensive Development Program to Rebuild Haiti
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced a resolution on May 17, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1241. A resolution calling for the establishment of a comprehensive, long-term development program to rebuild the Republic of Haiti; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., and Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y. * * * Calling for the establishment of a comprehensive, long-term develo  more

Rep. Sherrill Introduces Defense Information Sharing Review & Regional Tailoring Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., introduced the "Defense Information Sharing Review and Regional Tailoring Act" on May 2, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 6. H.R. 8237. A bill to require a report relating to the provision of certain information in connection with the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the resulting conflict, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Intelligence (Permanent  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Reform Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., introduced the "Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Reform Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8398. A bill to amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify temporarily certain rates of duty, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Vern Buchanan, R-Fla., David Schweikert, R-Ariz., Darin LaHood, R-Ill., Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, Jodey C. Arrington,  more

Rep. Thompson Introduces Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss., introduced the "Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8370. A bill to enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration, and for othe  more

Rep. Underwood Introduces Lethal Means Safety Training Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., introduced the "Lethal Means Safety Training Act" on May 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 8418. A bill to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update the Lethal Means Safety and Suicide Prevention training course of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., and Mike Levin, D-Calif. * * * SE  more

Sen. Schatz Introduces Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, introduced the "Rights for the Transportation Security Administration Workforce Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. S. 4334. A bill to enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration, and for other purpo  more