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Bill Introductions Involving New Jersey Newsletter for Sunday May 07, 2023 ( 53 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Resolution to Recognize Designation of Black Maternal Health Week
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced a resolution on April 13, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 289. A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2023, as the sixth annual "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons; to the C  more

Rep. Bilirakis Introduces Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., introduced the "Prevent Interruptions in Physical Therapy Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1617. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to add physical therapists to the list of providers allowed to utilize locum tenens arrangements under Medicare; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently deter  more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Child & Adult Care Food Program Week
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore. introduced a resolution on March 14, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 225. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the third week of March 2023 as "National CACFP Week"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, Ed Case, D-Hawaii, and Dina Titus, D-Nev. * * * Expressing support for the designation   more

Rep. Bowman Introduces More Teaching Less Testing Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., introduced the "More Teaching Less Testing Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1741. A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to decrease the frequency of standardized tests administered to students in grades 3 through 12, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Frederica S. Wilson, D-Fla., Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-  more

Rep. Castro Introduces Transparency in Government Contracts Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, introduced the "Transparency in Government Contracts Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1744. A bill to require the Small Business Administration to disaggregate data on Federal contracts awarded to small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in certain reports, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Small Business. The bill is cosponsored by Rep  more

Rep. Clyde Introduces Resolution on BATF Rule on Firearms
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a resolution on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 1. H.J. Res. 44. 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 "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'Stabilizing Braces'"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cospo  more

Rep. Coleman Introduces Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, & Reliability Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., introduced the "Water Affordability, Transparency, Equity, and Reliability Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1729. A bill to establish a trust fund to provide for adequate funding for water and sewer infrastructure, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, Agriculture, Natural Resources, an  more

Rep. Collins Introduces Testing, Rapid Analysis, & Narcotic Quality Research Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., introduced the "Testing, Rapid Analysis, and Narcotic Quality Research Act" on March 23, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1734. A bill to require coordinated National Institute of Standards and Technology science and research activities regarding illicit drugs containing xylazine, novel synthetic opioids, and other substances of concern, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. T  more

Rep. Dingell Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Care Worker Recognition Month
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced a resolution on April 18, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 303. A resolution recognizing the roles and the contributions of care workers in the United States and expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as ``Care Worker Recognition Month''; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently   more

Rep. Donalds Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Nuclear Power
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., introduced a concurrent resolution on March 17, 2023. The text of the concurrent resolution was released on May 1. H. Con. Res. 26. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress relating to nuclear power being a necessary clean baseload energy source to achieve a reliable, secure, and green electric grid; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Bill Foster, D-Ill., Chuck Fleischmann, R-Tenn., Jame  more

Rep. Feenstra Introduces Quantum in Practice Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Randy Feenstra, R-Iowa, introduced the "Quantum in Practice Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1748. A bill to amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to make certain additions relating to quantum modeling and simulation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., Rick Crawford, R-Ark., Jake Ellzey, R-Texas, Byron Donalds, R-Fla., Young Kim  more

Rep. Garcia Introduces Shielding America's Youth From Exploitation Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, introduced the "Shielding America's Youth From Exploitation Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2711. A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to establish an annual training for students in the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps regarding the prevention of sexual abuse; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. David Joyce, R-Ohio, Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Donald W. Nor  more

Rep. Gooden Introduces Strengthening Enforcement & Criminalizing Unlawful Records Enabling Flights Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, introduced the "Strengthening Enforcement and Criminalizing Unlawful Records Enabling Flights Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1703. A bill to direct the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration to prohibit the use of certain identification documents at airport security checkpoints, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jake Ellze  more

Rep. Gottheimer Introduces Freedom to Decide Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., introduced the "Freedom to Decide Act" on April 13, 2023. The text of the concurrent resolution was released on April 30. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, and Angie Craig, D-Minn. * * * Expressing support for access to medication abortion in the United States. Whereas all people have a fundamental right to make personal, private health care decisions about their own bodies, lives, and futures; Whe  more

Rep. Hayes Introduces Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents & Early Childhood Teachers Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., introduced the "Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents and Early Childhood Teachers Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1630. A bill to establish competitive Federal grants that will empower community colleges and minority-serving institutions to become incubators for infant and toddler child care talent, training, and access on their campuses and in their communities, and for other purpos  more

Rep. Hern Introduces Work Not Woke Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., introduced the "Work Not Woke Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2712. A bill to enact into law the requirements of the Executive Order issued on September 22, 2020, relating to Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping, to prohibit the use of Federal funds to carry out Executive Orders 13985, 14035, and 14091, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced the "Bipartisan Ban on Congressional Stock Ownership Act" on March 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1679. A bill to prohibit stock trading and ownership by Members of Congress and spouses of Members of Congress, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committees on Agriculture, House Administration, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Housing Is a Human Right Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced the "Housing Is a Human Right Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1708. A bill to address root causes of homelessness, meet the needs of community members experiencing harms from homelessness, transition communities towards providing housing for all, end penalization of homelessness, and ensure full democratic participation and inclusion of persons experiencing homelessness, and for other purpose  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Resolution to Express Support for Staff of Public Libraries
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced a resolution on April 25, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 324. A resolution expressing support for the staff of this Nation's public, school, academic, and special libraries and the essential services they provide to our communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social services and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizen  more

Rep. Kamlager-Dove Introduces Resolution to Condemn Expulsion of Duly Elected Tennessee Representatives
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on April 13, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 292. A resolution condemning the expulsion of two Black, duly elected Tennessee Representatives as a blatant act of racism and an attack on the democracy of the United States and observing that the Tennessee House of Representatives preferred to take this action of expulsion rather than to act on gun control measures to pro  more

Rep. Kaptur Introduces Office of Manufacturing & Industrial Innovation Policy Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, introduced the "Office of Manufacturing and Industrial Innovation Policy Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1710. A bill to establish the Office of Manufacturing and Industrial Innovation Policy and strategic national manufacturing policy for the United States, to provide manufacturing and industrial perspective and advice to the President, to provide for a comprehensive survey and cross administration managem  more

Rep. Kaptur Introduces Return to Prudent Banking Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, introduced the "Return to Prudent Banking Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2714. A bill to repeal certain provisions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and revive the separation between commercial banking and the securities business, in the manner provided in the Banking Act of 1933, the so-called "Glass- Steagall Act", and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Re  more

Rep. Kean Introduces Resolution to Recognize Sovereignty of Ukraine
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J. introduced a resolution on March 14, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 227. A resolution recognizing the sovereignty of Ukraine and the unbreakable spirit of the people of Ukraine; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., William R. Keating, D-Mass., and Mike Quigley, D-Ill. * * * Recognizing the sovereignty of  more

Rep. Keating Introduces Concurrent Resolution to Cndemn Unjust Detention of Russian Opposition Leader Kara-Murza
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. William R. Keating, D-Mass., introduced a concurrent resolution on March 23, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 3. H. Con. Res. 27. Concurrent resolution condemning Russia's unjust and arbitrary detention of Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza who has stood up in defense of democracy, the rule of law, and free and fair elections in Russia; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Thomas Kean Jr., R-N.J., S  more

Rep. Kim Introduces Military Child Care Transparency & Expansion Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Andrew Kim, D-N.J., introduced the "Military Child Care Transparency and Expansion Act" on March 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1681. A bill to make certain improvements to child care services provided by the Secretary of Defense; to the Committee on Armed Services. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Military Child Care Transparency and Expansion Act". SEC. 2. Improvements to child care services provided by the S  more

Rep. Kim Introduces Supporting Our First Responders Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Andrew Kim, D-N.J., introduced the "Supporting Our First Responders Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1737. A bill to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Grant Program through which the Secretary may make grants to qualified applicants, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, Brian Fitzpatr  more

Rep. LaHood Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Tax-Exempt Fraternal Benefit Societies
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Darin LaHood, R-Ill. introduced a concurrent resolution on March 23, 2023. The text and summary of the concurrent resolution was released on May 3. H. Con. Res. 28. Concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. G  more

Rep. LaMalfa Introduces Resolution on Firearms Manufacturers
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif. introduced a resolution on March 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 3. H. Res. 244. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that mandates imposed on manufacturers requiring inclusion of unproven and unreliable technology in firearms is costly and punitive, and the prohibition of firearms without such features is an infringement on the rights of citizens under the Second Amendment; to the Committee o  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Improving Access to Mental Health Act
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., introduced the "Improving Access to Mental Health Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 1. H.R. 1638. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to mental health services under the Medicare program; 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  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Keep Our Promise to America's Children & Teachers Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., introduced the "Keep Our Promise to America's Children and Teachers Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2715. A bill to require full funding of part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., Becca Balint, D-Vt., Nanette D. Barragan,   more

Rep. Malliotakis Introduces Economic Impact of Tolling Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., introduced the "Economic Impact of Tolling Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1759. A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from implementing a congestion pricing program until an economic impact analysis is completed and made available to the public, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J. * * *   more

Rep. Malliotakis Introduces Goldie's Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., introduced the "Goldie's Act" on March 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 5. H.R. 1788. A bill to amend the Animal Welfare Act to increase enforcement with respect to violations of that Act, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Mike Quigley, D-Ill., Chris Smith, R-N.J., and Zach Nunn, R-Iowa. * * * SECTION 1. Short t  more

Rep. Malliotakis Introduces Make Transportation Authorities Accountable & Transparent Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., introduced the "Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act " on March 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on April 28. H.R. 1592. A bill to require the inspector general of the Department of Transportation to conduct an audit on the use of Federal funds by certain entities providing public transportation, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Re  more

Rep. Matsui Introduces Resolution to Recognize Contributions of AmeriCorps Members
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Doris O. Matsui, D-Calif. introduced a resolution on March 14, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 230. A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Derek Kilmer, D-Wash., Joe Neguse, D-Colo., Garret Graves, R-La., Brendan Boyle,   more

Rep. Meng Introduces New Deal for New Americans Act
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "New Deal for New Americans Act" on March 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 1. H.R. 1643. A bill to establish the National Office of New Americans, to reduce obstacles to United States citizenship, to support the integration of immigrants into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education an  more

Rep. Molinaro Introduces Global Aircraft Maintenance Safety Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "Global Aircraft Maintenance Safety Improvement Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1716. A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to require certain air carriers to provide reports with respect to maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Brownley, D-Calif., B  more

Rep. Morelle Introduces State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., introduced the "State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act" on March 14, 2023. The text of the bill was released on April 28. H.R. 1595. A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Suzanne Bonamici, D-  more

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Introduces Resolution to Recognize Duty to Create Green New Deal
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. introduced a resolution on April 25, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 319. A resolution recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, Education and the Workforce, Transportation and Infrastructure, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Foreign Affairs, Financia  more

Rep. Pappas Introduces Establishing Accreditation Grants for Law Enforcement Act
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-N.H., introduced the "Establishing Accreditation Grants for Law Enforcement Act" on March 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 1. H.R. 1649. A bill to direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program to provide for the qualified accreditation and re-certification of local law enforcement agencies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Don Bacon, R-Neb.  more

Rep. Pascrell Introduces Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-N.J., introduced the "Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1719. A bill to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide public safety officer benefits for exposure-related cancers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Carlos A. Gimenez, R-Fla., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., and Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa. * * *   more

Rep. Payne Introduces SNAP Benefits Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., introduced the "SNAP Benefits Fairness Act" on March 23, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 4. H.R. 1765. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to repeal the limitation on the maximum deduction for shelter expenses allowable for determination of benefits under such Act; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., Jimmy Gomez, D  more

Rep. Porter Introduces Secure Viable Banking Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., introduced the "Secure Viable Banking Act" on March 14, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1602. A bill to repeal title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. James McGovern, D-Mass., Henry C. Johnson, D-Ga., Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., Dwight Evans, D-Pa., Bonnie Watson Coleman, D-N.J., Betty McCollum, D-M  more

Rep. Ryan Introduces Bill on Federal Preemption of State Restrictions on Dispensing Medication Abortion
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., introduced the "XXX" on April 10, 2023. The text of the bill was released on April 27. H.R. 2573. A bill to express the Sense of Congress with respect to Federal preemption of State restrictions on dispensing medication abortion, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, D-Texas, Ann Kuster, D-N.H., Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., Ritchie Torres,   more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced the "Abortion is Health Care Everywhere Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1723. A bill to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the use of funds for comprehensive reproductive health care services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., Diana DeGette, D-Colo., Norma Torres, D-C  more

Rep. Schiff Introduces Deliver Executive Profits On Seized Institutions to Taxpayers Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., introduced the "Deliver Executive Profits On Seized Institutions to Taxpayers Act" on March 17, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1654. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a higher rate of tax on bonuses and profits from sales of stock received by executives employed by failing banks that were closed and for which the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has been appointed as conservat  more

Rep. Scott Introduces Do No Harm Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Va., introduced the "Do No Harm Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2725. A bill to amend the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 to protect civil rights and otherwise prevent meaningful harm to third parties, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Jamie Raskin, D-Md., Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pa., Mark DeSaulnier, D-Calif., Gregorio Sabl  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Social Security Cost of Living Increase Act
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J., introduced the "Social Security Cost of Living Increase Act" on March 21, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on May 2. H.R. 1688. A bill to provide an emergency cost-of-living increase for social security beneficiaries, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration   more

Rep. Steube Introduces Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., introduced the "Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act" on March 14, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on April 30. H.R. 1610. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare coverage for all physicians' services furnished by doctors of chiropractic within the scope of their license, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Me  more

Rep. Strickland Introduces EIDL Relief Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., introduced the "EIDL Relief Act" on April 19, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 2727. A bill to require the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to modify the interest rate for eligible loans made to borrowers experiencing short-term financial challenges, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Small Business. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Yvette Clarke, D-N.Y., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Andre Car  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Encouraging the EU to DESIGNATE Resolution
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Encouraging the EU to DESIGNATE Resolution" on April 13, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on April 30. H. Res. 288. A resolution urging the European Union to expeditiously designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization under Common Position 931, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Katie Porter, D-Calif., Thomas Kean Jr., R-N  more

Rep. Van Drew Introduces Agent Orange Service Medal Act
WASHINGTON, May 4 -- Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., introduced the "Agent Orange Service Medal Act" on March 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on May 3. H.R. 1728. A bill to establish the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Conn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Agent Orange Service Medal Act". SEC. 2. Establishment of the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal.  more

Rep. Van Drew Introduces Resolution on Offshore Wind Projects
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-N.J., introduced a resolution on March 21, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 1. H. Res. 239. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that offshore wind projects along the Atlantic coast require more comprehensive investigations examining the impact to the environment, relevant maritime industries, and national defense before being leased or constructed; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The resolution   more

Rep. Wilson Introduces Resolution to Express Sense on Ukrainian Victory
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on April 25, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on April 29. H. Res. 322. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Ukrainian victory; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, Mike Quigley, D-Ill., Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Bill Pascrell Jr., D-N.J., Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Fla., Brendan  more