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Bill Introductions Involving North Carolina Newsletter for Sunday February 05, 2023 ( 45 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Resolution to Honor Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced a resolution on Jan. 12, 2023. H. Res. 31. A resolution honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., on reaching the historic milestone of 115 years of serving communities; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Eleanor Norton, D-D.C., Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Frederica S. Wilson, D-Fla., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Nikema Willia  more

Rep. Arrington Introduces Resolution on Sovereign Power to Repel Invasion
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Jodey C. Arrington, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on Jan. 20, 2023. H. Res. 50. A resolution recognizing that Article I, Section 10 of the United States Constitution explicitly reserves to the States the sovereign power to repel an invasion and defend their citizenry from the overwhelming and "imminent danger" posed by paramilitary, narco-terrorist cartels, terrorists and criminal actors who have seized control of our southern border; to the Committee on the Judici  more

Rep. Bacon Introduces LEOSA Reform Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., introduced the "LEOSA Reform Act" on Jan. 13, 2023. H.R. 354. A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., Guy Reschenthaler, R-Pa., Bryan Steil, R-Wis., Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, John H. Rutherfo  more

Rep. Banks Introduces Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Jim Banks, R-Ind., introduced the "Education Savings Accounts for Military Families Act" on Jan. 24, 2023. H.R. 452. A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow parents of eligible military dependent children to establish Military Education Savings Accounts, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Appropriations, for a period to be subsequently det  more

Rep. Bergman Introduces Resolution to Express Support for Term 'Thank You For Our Freedom'
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Mich., introduced a resolution on Jan. 11, 2023. H. Res. 26. A resolution expressing support for replacing the term "Thank you for your service" with "Thank you for our freedom"; to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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 concerned. The resolution i  more

Rep. Bishop Introduces Resolution to Recognize 94th Birthday of Martin Luther King
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., introduced a resolution on Jan. 12, 2023. H. Res. 30. A resolution recognizing the 94th birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., and the 40th anniversary of the Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., Bennie G. Thompson, D-Miss., Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Sheila Jacks  more

Rep. Carl Introduces Unleashing American Energy Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Jerry L. Carl, R-Ala., introduced the "Unleashing American Energy Act" on Jan. 13, 2023. H.R. 356. A bill to require the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a minimum number of oil and gas lease sales in certain areas, to prevent delays in oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Garret Graves, R-La., Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., Tom McClintock, R-Calif., Michael Gu  more

Rep. Clyde Introduces Protect the UNBORN Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced the "Protect the UNBORN Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 407. A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to implement Executive order relating to reproductive health services; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and 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 of the comm  more

Rep. Comer Introduces Joint Resolution to Disapprove D.C. Council Approval of Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., introduced a joint resolution on Jan. 12, 2023. H.J. Res. 17. A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., Michael Cloud, R-Texas, Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Augu  more

Rep. Duncan Introduces Freedom for Health Care Workers Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., introduced the "Freedom for Health Care Workers Act" on Jan. 25, 2023. H.R. 497. A bill to eliminate the COVID-19 vaccine mandate on health care providers furnishing items and services under certain Federal health care programs; 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 j  more

Rep. Edwards Introduces TOTS Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., introduced the "TOTS Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 413. A bill to establish requirements for the labeling and user agreements of internet-connected toys for children, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Transparency Over Toys Spying Act" or the "TOTS Act". SEC. 2. Labeling and user agreement requirements for internet-connected toys.  more

Rep. Fischbach Introduces Defund Planned Parenthood Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., introduced the "Defund Planned Parenthood Act" on Jan. 17, 2023. H.R. 371. A bill to provide for a moratorium on Federal funding to Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Chris Smith, R-N.J., Kat Cammack, R-Fla., Andy Harris, R-Md., Mike Johnson, R-La., Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis., Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., Buddy Carter, R-Ga., John Rose, R-Tenn., Michael Waltz  more

Rep. Foxx Introduces Chance to Compete Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., introduced the "Chance to Compete Act" on Jan. 9, 2023. H.R. 159. A bill to implement merit-based reforms to the civil service hiring system that replace degree-based hiring with skills- and competency-based hiring, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, 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  more

Rep. Gomez Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Korean American Day
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Jan. 13, 2023. H. Res. 36. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Young Kim, R-Calif., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Michelle Steel, R-Calif., Juan C. Vargas, D-Calif., Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., Eleanor Norton, D-D.C., Katie Porter, D-Calif., Don S. Beyer, D-Va., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Scott Peters, D-Cal  more

Rep. Good Introduces Teleabortion Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., introduced the "Teleabortion Prevention Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 421. A bill to prohibit chemical abortions performed without the presence of a healthcare provider, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., Dan Bishop, R-N.C., Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Robert J. Wittman, R-Va., Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Trent Kelly, R-Miss.,  more

Rep. Guthrie Introduces Pandemic is Over Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., introduced the "Pandemic is Over Act" on Jan. 17, 2023. H.R. 382. A bill to terminate the public health emergency declared with respect to COVID-19; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Cathy McMorris Rodgers, R-Wash., Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas, Robert Latta, R-Ohio, Morgan Griffith, R-Va., Larry Bucshon, R-Ind., Neal P. Dunn, R-Fla., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Buddy Carter, R-Ga., John Joyce, R-Pa., Richard H  more

Rep. Hern Introduces Protecting Life From Chemical Abortions Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., introduced the "Protecting Life From Chemical Abortions Act" on Jan. 17, 2023. H.R. 384. A bill to prohibit the use or declaration of a public health emergency with respect to abortion, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Robert B. Aderholt, R-Ala., Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, Brian Babin, R-Texas, Glenn R. Grothman, R-Wis  more

Rep. Issa Introduces Guarding America's Stoves Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., introduced the "GAS Act" on Jan. 12, 2023. H.R. 337. A bill to prohibit Federal agencies from banning gas-burning stoves; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Bill Posey, R-Fla., Stephanie I. Bice, R-Okla., Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., Scott Perry, R-Pa., Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, Mark Amodei, R-Nev., T  more

Rep. Jackson Introduces No User Fees for Gun Owners Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, introduced the "No User Fees for Gun Owners Act" on Jan. 17, 2023. H.R. 385. A bill to ban the imposition of any State or local liability insurance, tax, or user fee requirement for firearm or ammunition ownership or commerce; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the juris  more

Rep. Kamlager-Dove Introduces Resolution to Honor Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on Jan. 13, 2023. H. Res. 37. A resolution honoring Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., on reaching the historic milestone of 103 years of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., David Scott, D-Ga., Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, Danny K. Davis, D-Ill., Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Valerie Foushee, D-N.  more

Rep. Latta Introduces SAVE Moms & Babies Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio, introduced the "SAVE Moms and Babies Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 427. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to prohibit the approval of new abortion drugs, to prohibit investigational use exemptions for abortion drugs, and to impose additional regulatory requirements with respect to previously approved abortion drugs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Diana Harshb  more

Rep. Mast Introduces No Tax Breaks for Radical Corporate Activism Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Rep. Brian J. Mast, R-Fla., introduced the "No Tax Breaks for Radical Corporate Activism Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 429. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to deny the trade or business expense deduction for the reimbursement of employee costs of child gender transition procedure or travel to obtain an abortion; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Dan Bishop, R-N.C., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Matt Gaetz, R-F  more

Rep. McClain Introduces Resolution on Dobbs Vs. Jackson Women's Health Organization
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich. introduced a resolution on Jan. 20, 2023. H. Res. 48. A resolution expressing support for the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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 concerned. The resolution is  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Lunar New Year Day Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "Lunar New Year Day Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 430. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to establish Lunar New Year Day as a Federal holiday, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Judy Chu, D-Calif., Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., J. Luis   more

Rep. Meng Introduces Resolution on Improvement of Access to Quality Public Education
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Jan. 24, 2023. H. Res. 54. A resolution affirming the role of the United States in improving access to quality, inclusive public education and improving learning outcomes for children and adolescents, particularly for girls, around the world; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., S  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Resolution to Recognize Lunar New Year Cultural, Historical Significance
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on Jan. 20, 2023. H. Res. 49. A resolution recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2023; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ami Bera, D-Calif., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, Salud O. Carbajal, D-Calif., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Ed Case, D-Hawaii, Sean Casten, D-Ill., J  more

Rep. Moolenaar Introduces Resolution to Support National School Choice Week
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Mich., introduced a resolution on Jan. 20, 2023. H. Res. 51. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of January 22 through January 28, 2023, as "National School Choice Week"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., Julia Letlow, R-La., Mark Green, R-Tenn., Randy Weber, R-Texas, Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich., Burgess  more

Rep. Mooney Introduces Life at Conception Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Rep. Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va., introduced the "Life at Conception Act" on Jan. 20, 2023. H.R. 431. A bill to implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bob Good, R-Va., Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Lisa C. McClain, R-Mich., Garret Graves, R-La., Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, Andrew S. Clyde, R-  more

Rep. Murphy Introduces Protect Our Military Families' 2nd Amendment Rights Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Gregory F. Murphy, R-N.C., introduced the "Protect Our Military Families' 2nd Amendment Rights Act " on Jan. 12, 2023. H.R. 341. A bill to amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to provide that a member of the Armed Forces and the spouse of that member shall have the same rights regarding the receipt of firearms at the location of any duty station of the member; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Daniel Crenshaw, R-Texas,   more

Rep. Roy Introduces No Taxpayer Funding for the World Health Organization Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, introduced the "No Taxpayer Funding for the World Health Organization Act" on Jan. 12, 2023. H.R. 343. A bill to prohibit United States assessed and voluntary contributions to the World Health Organization; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C., Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., Diana Harshbarger, R-Tenn., Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., Marjorie Taylor Gree  more

Rep. Salazar Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Denounce Horrors of Socialism
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., introduced a concurrent resolution on Jan. 25, 2023. H. Con. Res. 9. Concurrent resolution denouncing the horrors of socialism; to the Committee on Financial Services. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Scalise, R-La., Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., Thomas Massie, R-Ky., Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Daniel Webster, R-Fla., Jack Bergman, R-Mich., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, R-P.R., Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., Ralph   more

Rep. Stefanik Introduces Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., introduced the "Reduce Exacerbated Inflation Negatively Impacting the Nation Act" on Jan. 12, 2023. H.R. 347. A bill to require the Executive Office of the President to provide an inflation estimate with respect to Executive orders with a significant effect on the annual gross budget, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Patrick T. McHenry, R-N.C., Jason Smith, R-Mo., and J  more

Rep. Steube Introduces Safe Bases Act
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., introduced the "Safe Bases Act" on Jan. 17, 2023. H.R. 391. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to establish an authority to issue permits to certain members of the Armed Forces who seek to carry concealed firearms while on military installations; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Dan Bishop, R-N.C., and Jeff Duncan, R-S.C. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Safe Bases Act of 2  more

Rep. Van Orden Introduces Joint Resolution (H.J. Res. 21) on Balanced Budget Amendment
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wis., introduced a resolution on Jan. 12, 2023. H.J. Res. 21. A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled (two-thirds of each House concurring therein), That the fol  more

Sen. Braun Introduces Resolution on Amendments in Requirements for Identifying Spending Items
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., introduced a resolution on Jan. 25, 2023. S. Res. 14. A resolution amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Rules and Administration. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Rick Scott, R-Fla., Ted Budd, R-N.C., and Steve Daines, R-Mont. * * * The text of the resolution: Amending rule  more

Sen. Daines Introduces Bill to Improve Academic Achievement of Students
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., introduced legislation on Jan. 26, 2023. S. 110. A bill to allow a State to submit a declaration of intent to the Secretary of Education to combine certain funds to improve the academic achievement of students; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., Rick Scott, R-Fla., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Ted Budd, R-N.C., Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., Tim Scott, R-S.C  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Interagency Patent Coordination & Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Interagency Patent Coordination and Improvement Act" on Jan. 25, 2023. S. 79. A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to establish an interagency task force between the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of sharing information and providing technical assistance with respect to patents, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cospons  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces Protect Funding for Women's Health Care Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "Protect Funding for Women's Health Care Act" on Jan. 23, 2023. S. 13. A bill to prohibit Federal funding of Planned Parenthood Federation of America; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. James Lankford, R-Okla., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Steve Daines, R-Mont., Deb Fischer, R-Neb., Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Kevin Cr  more

Sen. Hoeven Introduces Focus on the Mission Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 -- Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., introduced the "Focus on the Mission Act" on Jan. 24, 2023. S. 27. A bill to prohibit the Department of Defense from requiring contractors to provide information relating to greenhouse gas emissions; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. James Risch, R-Idaho, Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, Roger Marshall, R-Kan., Ted Cruz, R-Texas, Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo.,  more

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Resolution to Designate National Stalking Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced a resolution on Jan. 25, 2023. S. Res. 13. A resolution raising awareness and encouraging the prevention of stalking by designating January 2023 as "National Stalking Awareness Month" ; ordered held at the desk. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, and Mike Crapo, R-Idaho. * * *  more

Sen. Lee Introduces Bill on Education Funds
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced legislation on Jan. 26, 2023. S. 105. A bill to have education funds follow the student; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., Ted Budd, R-N.C., Rick Scott, R-Fla., and Roger Wicker, R-Miss.  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Standing With Moms Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Standing With Moms Act" on Jan. 25, 2023. S. 76. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to furnish tailored information to expecting mothers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., James Risch, R-Idaho, Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., Rick Scott, R-Fla., Roger Marshall, R-Kan., John Thune, R-S.D., Dan Sullivan,  more

Sen. Rubio Introduces Traditional Cigar Manufacturing & Small Business Jobs Preservation Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., introduced the "Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act" on Jan. 26, 2023. S. 107. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify the Food and Drug Administration's jurisdiction over certain tobacco products, and to protect jobs and small businesses involved in the sale, manufacturing, and distribution of traditional and premium cigars; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions  more

Sen. Scott Introduces Full Faith & Credit Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., introduced the "Full Faith and Credit Act" on Jan. 25, 2023. S. 82. A bill to protect social security benefits and military pay and require that the United States Government to prioritize all obligations on the debt held by the public in the event that the debt limit is reached; read the first time. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyo., Mike Lee, R-Utah, Mike Braun, R-Ind., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., Katie Boy  more

Sen. Wicker Introduces No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion & Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., introduced the "No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act" on Jan. 25, 2023. S. 62. A bill to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions; to the Committee on Finance. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. James Lankford, R-Okla., Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Miss., Thom Tillis, R-N.C., James Risch, R-Idaho, John Boozman, R-Ark., Deb Fischer, R-Neb., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, John Hoeven, R-N.D., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Mitt Romney, R-Utah  more