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Bill Introductions Involving Wisconsin Newsletter for Sunday June 11, 2023 ( 39 items )  

Rep. Adams Introduces Kira Johnson Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-N.C., introduced the "Kira Johnson Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3310. A bill to end preventable maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity in the United States and close disparities in maternal health outcomes, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D-  more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 6. H. Res. 407. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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 conce  more

Rep. Bowman Introduces Resolution to Condemn Atrocity That Occurred in Buffalo, N.Y.
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on May 17, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on June 6. H. Res. 413. A resolution condemning the atrocity that occurred in Buffalo, New York, on May 14, 2022, in which 10 Americans were killed and 3 were injured, and in which 11 of the 13 victims were Black Americans, condemning the Great Replacement Theory as a White supremacist conspiracy theory, and reaffirming the House of Representatives commi  more

Rep. Davids Introduces Data to Save Moms Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., introduced the "Data to Save Moms Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3320. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve maternal health data collection processes and quality measures, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of su  more

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Defund Cities that Defund the Police Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Defund Cities that Defund the Police Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3321. A bill to prohibit a jurisdiction that defunds the police from receiving grants under certain Economic Development Assistance Programs and the Community Development Block Grant Program; to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be  more

Rep. Hayes Introduces Social Determinants for Moms Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., introduced the "Social Determinants for Moms Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3322. A bill to address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nane  more

Rep. Kuster Introduces Early STEAM Achievement Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Ann Kuster, D-N.H., introduced the "Early STEAM Achievement Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 3374. A bill to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out a grant program for early childhood STEAM activities; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., Deborah K. Ross, D-N.C., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.  more

Rep. LaMalfa Introduces End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., introduced the "End Taxpayer Funding of Gender Experimentation Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3329. A bill to prohibit taxpayer-funded gender transition procedures, and for other purposes; 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 provisi  more

Rep. LaMalfa Introduces Protecting Children From Experimentation Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Doug LaMalfa, R-Calif., introduced the "Protecting Children From Experimentation Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3328. A bill to amend chapter 110 of title 18, United States Code, to prohibit gender transition procedures on minors, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Jim Banks, R-Ind., Jeff Duncan, R-S.C.  more

Rep. Lee Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia & Transphobia
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., introduced a resolution on May 17, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on June 6. H. Res. 418. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT); to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in e  more

Rep. Luna Introduces Resolution to Expel Rep. Schiff
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Anna P. Luna, R-Fla., introduced a resolution on May 17, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 6. H. Res. 412. A resolution in the matter of Adam Schiff; to the Committee on Ethics. * * * In the matter of Adam Schiff. Resolved, That, pursuant to article I, section 5, clause 2 of the Constitution of the United States, Representative Adam Schiff, be, and he hereby is, expelled from the House of Representatives.  more

Rep. McBath Introduces Extending WIC for New Moms Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Lucy McBath, D-Ga., introduced the "Extending WIC for New Moms Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3332. A bill to extend eligibility for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) for new moms, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D  more

Rep. Nehls Introduces National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support & Community Outreach Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, introduced the "National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 6. H.R. 3381. A bill to authorize the Attorney General to establish the National Law Enforcement Officers Remembrance, Support and Community Outreach program, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Wesley Hunt,   more

Rep. Payne Introduces Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Donald M. Payne Jr., D-N.J., introduced the "Colorectal Cancer Payment Fairness Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 6. H.R. 3382. A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to eliminate the coinsurance requirement for certain colorectal cancer screening tests furnished 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 determine  more

Rep. Phillips Introduces Employee Equity Investment Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Dean Phillips, D-Minn., introduced the "Employee Equity Investment Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 6. H.R. 3383. A bill to amend the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 to establish an employee equity investment facility, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Small Business. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., Dusty Johnson, R-S.D., Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., M  more

Rep. Pressley Introduces Justice for Incarcerated Moms Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., introduced the "Justice for Incarcerated Moms Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. H.R. 3344. A bill to end the shackling of pregnant individuals, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Ga., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del.  more

Rep. Scott Introduces Protect Lifesaving Anesthesia Care for Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., introduced the "Protect Lifesaving Anesthesia Care for Veterans Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. H.R. 3347. A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from replacing physician anesthesiologists with certified registered nurse anesthetists under the health care system of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mich  more

Rep. Sewell Introduces Maternal Vaccination Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Terri A. Sewell, D-Ala., introduced the "Maternal Vaccination Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. H.R. 3348. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to maternal vaccination awareness and equity, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Sa  more

Rep. Strong Introduces Protecting America's Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Dale Strong, R-Ala., introduced the "Protecting America's Agricultural Land from Foreign Harm Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. H.R. 3357. A bill to prohibit the purchase or lease of agricultural land in the United States by persons associated with certain foreign governments, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period   more

Rep. Underwood Introduces Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., introduced the "Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3305. A bill to end preventable maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities in the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Education and the Workforce, Veterans' Affairs, Natural Resources, and the Judiciary, for a   more

Rep. Underwood Introduces Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Ill., introduced the "Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 3. H.R. 3304. A bill to authorize appropriations for data collection, surveillance, and research on maternal health outcomes during public health emergencies, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Aguilar, D-Calif., Colin Allred, D-Texas, Nanette D. Barragan, D-Cali  more

Rep. Weber Introduces Resolution to Recognize Significance of Motherhood
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Rep. Randy Weber, R-Texas, introduced a resolution on May 11, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on May 31. H. Res. 396. A resolution in honor of mothers, recognizing the significance of motherhood and the impact mothers have on raising the next generation, on the occasion of Mother's Day; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. C. Scott Franklin, R-Fla., Troy E. Nehls, R-Texas, Michael Cloud, R-Texas, George Sant  more

Sen. Baldwin Introduces Flight Education Access Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., introduced the "Flight Education Access Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 7. S. 1292. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to increase the Federal student loan limits for students in flight education and training programs; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Fl  more

Sen. Baldwin Introduces Women's Suffrage National Monument Location Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., introduced the "Women's Suffrage National Monument Location Act" on March 21, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. S. 886. A bill to authorize the location of a monument on the National Mall to commemorate and honor the women's suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Te  more

Sen. Booker Introduces Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., introduced the "Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. S. 1606. A bill to end preventable maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities in the United States, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Brian S  more

Sen. Cardin Introduces Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Benjamin Cardin, D-Md., introduced the "Prime Minister Golda Meir Commemorative Coin Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 7. S. 1300. A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition of the late Prime Minister Golda Meir and the 75th anniversary of the United States-Israel relationship; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Steve Daines,  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces America's Red Rock Wilderness Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "America's Red Rock Wilderness Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 7. S. 1310. A bill to designate as wilderness certain Federal portions of the red rock canyons of the Colorado Plateau and the Great Basin Deserts in the State of Utah for the benefit of present and future generations of people in the United States; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sens.  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Border Management, Security & Assistance Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Border Management, Security, and Assistance Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. S. 1600. A bill making further supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2023, for border management activities, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Appropriations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Gary Peters, D-Mich., Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., Ben Ray Lujan,  more

Sen. Durbin Introduces Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., introduced the "Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act" on May 15, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. S. 1591. A bill to authorize dedicated domestic terrorism offices within the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation to analyze and monitor domestic terrorist activity and require the Federal Government to take steps to prevent domestic terrorism; to the Committee on the   more

Sen. Feinstein Introduces Resolution on
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif. introduced a resolution on May 17, 2023. The text and summary of the resolution was released on June 6. S. Res. 215. A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2023, 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. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Shelley Moore  more

Sen. Graham Resolution to Designate National Police Week Approved by Senate
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on May 17, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 6. S. Res. 216. A resolution designating the week of May 14 through May 20, 2023, as "National Police Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Mike Lee, R-Utah, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Ted Cruz, R-T  more

Sen. Kennedy Introduces Resolution on BATF Rule on Factoring Criteria for Firearms With Attached Stabilizing Braces
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., introduced a joint resolution on March 14, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 1. S.J. Res. 20. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Factoring Criteria for Firearms With Attached 'Stabilizing Braces;"; to the Committee on the Judiciary.   more

Sen. Lankford Introduces Regulatory Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., introduced the "Regulatory Accountability Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. S. 1615. A bill to improve agency rulemaking, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. John Thune, R-S.D., Ron Johnson, R-Wis., and Roger Marshall, R-Kan. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Regulatory Accountability Act". SEC. 2  more

Sen. Masto Introduces Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., introduced the "Reclaiming the Solar Supply Chain Act" on May 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. S. 1643. A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to carry out a program to provide grants and loans to support and expand the domestic solar component manufacturing supply chain, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Sherrod Bro  more

Sen. Murray Introduces Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., introduced the "Let Doctors Provide Reproductive Health Care Act" on April 26, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 7. S. 1297. A bill to ensure the right to provide reproductive health care services, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn.,   more

Sen. Peters Introduces Safeguarding the Homeland From the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced the "Safeguarding the Homeland From the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. S. 1631. A bill to enhance the authority granted to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice with respect to unmanned aircraft systems and unmanned aircraft, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsor  more

Sen. Shaheen Introduces Protecting Service Members & Military Families' Access to Reproductive Care Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., introduced the "Protecting Service Members and Military Families Access to Reproductive Care Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. S. 1610. A bill to authorize administrative absences and travel and transportation allowances for members of the Armed Forces to travel and obtain reproductive health care; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, Richard Blumenthal  more

Sen. Van Hollen Introduces Employee Equity Investment Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., introduced the "Employee Equity Investment Act" on May 16, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 4. S. 1618. A bill to amend the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 to establish an employee equity investment facility, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Todd Young, R-Ind., Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., and Mike Braun  more

Sen. Vance Introduces Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety & Oversight Improvements Act
WASHINGTON, June 8 -- Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, introduced the "Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety and Oversight Improvements Act" on May 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 5. S. 1632. A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to promulgate regulations relating to the approval of foreign manufacturers of cylinders, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn.,  more