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Bill Introductions Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday July 02, 2023 ( 56 items )  

Rep. Bera Introduces Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Ami Bera, D-Calif., introduced the "Helping Emergency Responders Overcome Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3671. A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to improve the detection, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be  more

Rep. Beyer Introduces Barriers to Suicide Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Don S. Beyer, D-Va., introduced the "Barriers to Suicide Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3759. A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a grant program to facilitate the installation, on bridges, of evidence-based suicide deterrents, including suicide prevention nets and barriers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Grace F. Napol  more

Rep. Boebert Introduces Western Water Accelerated Revenue Repayment Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., introduced the "Western Water Accelerated Revenue Repayment Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3675. A bill to amend the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act to extend certain contract prepayment authority; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Harriet Hageman, R-Wyo., Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., Matthew M. Rosendale, R-Mont., Ryan Zinke,   more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Enhancing Questions to Understand Intentions for Pregnancy Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced the "Enhancing Questions to Understand Intentions for Pregnancy Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3659. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a demonstration program to facilitate the clinical adoption of pregnancy intention screening initiatives by health care and social service providers; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Judy   more

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Ruthie & Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced the "Ruthie and Connie LGBTQI Elder Americans Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3625. A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to provide equal treatment of LGBTQI older individuals, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Becca Balint, D-Vt., Maxwell Frost, D-Fla., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii,   more

Rep. Cardenas Introduces Language-Inclusive Support & Transparency for Online Services Act
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., introduced the "Language-Inclusive Support and Transparency for Online Services Act" on June 5, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 30. H.R. 3806. A bill to ensure that large online platforms are addressing the needs of non-English users; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such prov  more

Rep. Carey Introduces Pay Less at the Pump Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, introduced the "Pay Less at the Pump Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3678. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the Hazardous Substance Superfund financing rate; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., Ron Estes, R-Kan., Darin LaHood, R-Ill., and Carol Miller, R-W.Va. * * * SECTIO  more

Rep. Carter Introduces Bill to Strengthen Mental Health Workforce
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-La., introduced legislation on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3760. A bill to amend title VII of the Public Health Service Act to strengthen the mental health workforce, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash., Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, Nikema Williams, D-Ga., Don Davis, D-N.C., Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., Glenn Ivey, D-Md., Jennifer L. McCle  more

Rep. Chu Introduces San Gabriel Mountains Protection Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced the "San Gabriel Mountains Protection Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3681. A bill to modify the boundaries of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in the State of California to include additional National Forest System land, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Natural Resources. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Ami Ber  more

Rep. Chu Introduces Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif., introduced the "Stop Mental Health Stigma in Our Communities Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3680. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a national outreach and education strategy and research to improve the behavioral and mental health of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander population, while addressing stigma within such population against behavioral and mental   more

Rep. Cleaver Introduces Cady Housh & Gemesha Thomas Student Suicide Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Mo., introduced the "Cady Housh and Gemesha Thomas Student Suicide Prevention Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3682. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize certain grants (for youth suicide early intervention and prevention strategies) to be used for school personnel in elementary and secondary schools and students in secondary schools to receive student suicide awareness and prevention tr  more

Rep. Crenshaw Introduces Douglas Mike Day Psychedelic Therapy to Save Lives Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Daniel Crenshaw, R-Texas, introduced the "Douglas Mike Day Psychedelic Therapy to Save Lives Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3684. A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a grant program for using psychedelic substances to treat certain conditions, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, Jack Bergman, R-Mich., Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Mat  more

Rep. Espaillat Introduces Mink: Vectors for Infection Risk in the United States Act
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Adriano Espaillat, D-N.Y., introduced the "Mink: Vectors for Infection Risk in the United States Act" on June 1, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 30. H.R. 3783. A bill to protect public health and human safety by prohibiting the farming of mink for their fur, to compensate farmers as they transition out of the industry, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequentl  more

Rep. Estes Introduces Financing Our Energy Future Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kan., introduced the "Financing Our Energy Future Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3690. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the publicly traded partnership ownership structure to energy power generation projects and transportation fuels, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This   more

Rep. Garbarino Introduces Migrant Relocation Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino, R-N.Y., introduced the "Migrant Relocation Transparency Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3693. A bill to require advance consultation with State and local officials and monthly reports to Congress regarding the resettlement, transportation, and relocation of aliens in the United States; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., Nick LaLota, R-N.Y., Anthony D'E  more

Rep. Garcia Introduces Reward Work Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., introduced the "Reward Work Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3694. A bill to prohibit public companies from repurchasing their shares on the open market, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., Val Hoyle, D-Ore., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Cori Bush, D-Mo., Andre Carson, D-Ind., Greg Casar, D-Texas, Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn., Chris D  more

Rep. Gooden Introduces Protecting Federal Funds from Human Trafficking & Smuggling Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, introduced the "Protecting Federal Funds from Human Trafficking and Smuggling Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3638. A bill to direct the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to require the disclosure of violations of Federal law with respect to human trafficking or alien smuggling, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Acc  more

Rep. Green Introduces Preemption of Real Property Discrimination Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, introduced the "Preemption of Real Property Discrimination Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3697. A bill to preempt State prohibitions on real estate purchases by foreign citizens, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Judy Chu, D-Calif., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Greg Casar, D-Texas, Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Ted Lieu, D-Calif., Jill   more

Rep. Hayes Introduces Feed Hungry Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Conn., introduced the "Feed Hungry Veterans Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3698. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to expand the eligibility of disabled veterans to receive supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits; to the Committee on Agriculture. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. David Scott, D-Ga., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Andrea Salinas, D-Ore., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Shontel  more

Rep. Hinson Introduces After Hours Child Care Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, introduced the "After Hours Child Care Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3639. A bill to establish and expand child care programs for parents who work nontraditional hours, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Mark Pocan, D-Wis., and Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited a  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced the "Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act" on April 20, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 2760. A bill to provide standards for facilities at which aliens in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security are detained, and for other purposes; to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for  more

Rep. Jayapal Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of Sex Ed For All Month: Equity & Access for All
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., introduced a resolution on May 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 28. H. Res. 432. A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the month of May as Sex Ed For All Month: Equity and Access for All; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, 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  more

Rep. Kelly Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., introduced a resolution on May 30, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 459. A resolution Expressing support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Lucy McBath, D-Ga., Linda T. Sanchez, D-Calif., Pat Ryan, D-N.Y., Sydney K  more

Rep. Langworthy Introduces Executive Branch Accountability & Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y., introduced the "Executive Branch Accountability and Transparency Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3642. A bill to require the Office of Government Ethics to establish and maintain a centralized database for executive branch ethics records of noncareer appointees; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, Ken Buck, R-Colo., Mary E. Miller,   more

Rep. Lawler Introduces Helping Oversee & Ward off Infrastructure Emergencies Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Helping Oversee and Ward off Infrastructure Emergencies Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3705. A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations requiring a rail carrier to report certain damage if such carrier has a reasonable suspicion that an action carried out by the carrier caused such damage; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. * * * SECTION 1.  more

Rep. Lawler Introduces One Vote One Choice Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "One Vote One Choice Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3704. A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to prohibit States from using ranked choice voting to carry out an election for Federal office, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., and Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This  more

Rep. Lawler Introduces Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Stop Anti-Semitism on College Campuses Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3773. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit institutions of higher education that authorize Anti-Semitic events on campus from participating in the student loan and grant programs under title IV of such Act; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Joe Wils  more

Rep. Lawler Introduces Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Stop Harboring Iranian Petroleum Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3774. A bill to impose additional sanctions with respect to the importation or facilitation of the importation of petroleum products from Iran, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case   more

Rep. Lee Introduces Bill to Establish Emergency Grants to Safeguard Essential Health Care Workers
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pa., introduced legislation on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3645. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish emergency grants to safeguard essential health care workers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Barbara Lee, D-Calif., Ro Khanna, D-Calif., Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Del., Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, Brendan Boyle, D  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Menstrual Equity For All Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "Menstrual Equity For All Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3646. A bill to increase the availability and affordability of menstrual products for individuals with limited access, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure, Ways and Means, a  more

Rep. Molinaro Introduces Aviation Investment & Recruitment Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "Aviation Investment and Recruitment Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3647. A bill to amend the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 to reauthorize aviation workforce development programs, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Hillary Scholten, D-Mich., Tracey Mann, R-Kan., Greg Stanton, D-Ariz., Dina Titus, D-Nev., and  more

Rep. Mooney Introduces Digital Dollar Pilot Prevention Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Alex X. Mooney, R-W.Va., introduced the "Digital Dollar Pilot Prevention Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3712. A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to require an Act of Congress for certain activities related to the issuance of a central bank digital currency, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Financial Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, Bill Posey, R-Fla., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., By  more

Rep. Moore Introduces Small Business Growth Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, introduced the "Small Business Growth Act" on May 25, 2023. The text and summary of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3661. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitations on expensing of depreciable business assets; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Michelle Steel, R-Calif., Adrian Smith, R-Neb., Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., Mike Kelly, R-Pa., Dav  more

Rep. Morelle Introduces PUMP Technical Correction Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., introduced the "PUMP Technical Correction Act" on May 22, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3585. A bill to amend the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to expand access to breastfeeding accommodations in the workplace; to the Committee on House Administration, 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 consideratio  more

Rep. Napolitano Introduces Mental Health Services for Students Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., introduced the "Mental Health Services for Students Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3713. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to revise and extend projects relating to children and to provide access to school-based comprehensive mental health programs; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Jesus Garcia, D-Ill., Ro Khanna, D-  more

Rep. Rouzer Introduces Disaster Assistance Fairness Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. David Rouzer, R-N.C., introduced the "Disaster Assistance Fairness Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3777. A bill to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide assistance for common interest communities, condominiums, and housing cooperatives damaged by a major disaster, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jerro  more

Rep. Santos Introduces Bill on WHO
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., introduced legislation on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3664. A bill to prohibit the availability of Federal funds to the World Health Organization pending the conduct of an investigation relating to the influence over such organization by Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. * * * SECTION 1. Prohibition on Federal funding to World Health Organization pending   more

Rep. Santos Introduces Defund the CCP On Campus Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., introduced the "Defund the CCP On Campus Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3757. A bill to prohibit the availability of Federal funds to institutions of higher education that fund Confucius Institutes; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Defund the CCP On Campus Act of 2023". SEC. 2. Prohibition on funding for a Confucius Institut  more

Rep. Santos Introduces The Big-Tech Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., introduced the "The Big-Tech Accountability Act" on April 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 2635. A bill to amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to limit liability protection provided by such section for providers of social media service, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "The Big-Tech Accountability Act of 2023  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Cosmetic Safety for Communities of Color & Professional Salon Workers Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced the "Cosmetic Safety for Communities of Color and Professional Salon Workers Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3620. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to cosmetic safety, with an emphasis on communities of color and professional salon workers, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Cosmetic Supply Chain Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced the "Cosmetic Supply Chain Transparency Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3622. A bill to amend title VI of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the supply chain transparency needed for companies to make safe cosmetics, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Raul M. Grij  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Resolution on Older Americans Bill of Rights
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced a resolution on May 30, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 460. A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Congress should enact the Older Americans Bill of Rights to establish that older Americans should have the right to live with dignity and with independence; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, an  more

Rep. Schakowsky Introduces Toxic-Free Beauty Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Jan Schakowsky, D-Ill., introduced the "Toxic-Free Beauty Act" on May 24, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 3619. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ban certain substances in cosmetic products, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, D-Texas, Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Raul M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., Henry C. Johnson,  more

Rep. Schneider Introduces Social Security Caregiver Credit Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Ill., introduced the "Social Security Caregiver Credit Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3729. A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to credit individuals serving as caregivers of dependent relatives with deemed wages for up to five years of such service; to the Committee on Ways and Means. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cite  more

Rep. Smith Introduces Defending American Jobs & Investment Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., introduced the "Defending American Jobs and Investment Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3665. A bill to provide an enforcement of remedies against the extraterritorial taxes and discriminatory taxes of foreign countries; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideratio  more

Rep. Stansbury Introduces Concurrent Resolution on Ratification of U.N. Convention on Biological Diversity
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M., introduced a concurrent resolution on May 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 28. H. Con. Res. 47. Concurrent resolution expressing the need for the Senate to provide advice and consent to ratification of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The concurrent resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nanette D. Barragan, D-Calif., Earl Blumenauer, D-Ore., Suzanne Bonamici,   more

Rep. Steil Introduces Resolution to Require House Members to Complete Program of training in Workplace Rights
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., introduced a resolution on May 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 28. H. Res. 435. A resolution requiring each Member, officer, and employee of the House of Representatives to complete a program of training in workplace rights and responsibilities each session of each Congress, and for other purposes; to the Committee on House Administration. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y. * * * Resolved,  more

Rep. Tenney Introduces Small Business Flexibility Act
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., introduced the "Small Business Flexibility Act" on June 5, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 30. H.R. 3798. A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to inform employers of flexible health insurance benefits; to the Committee on Ways and Means. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Small Business Flexibility Act". SEC. 2. Notification of flexible health insurance benefits.  more

Rep. Titus Introduces ACPAC Modernization Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nev., introduced the "ACPAC Modernization Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3780. A bill to modify the termination of the aviation consumer protection advisory committee, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., John Garamendi, D-Calif., and Julia Brownley, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title.  more

Rep. Tonko Introduces Extending Access to Addiction Treatment Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., introduced the "Extending Access to Addiction Treatment Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 3736. A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to extend the requirement for State Medicaid plans to provide coverage for medication-assisted treatment; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Kelly Armstrong, R-N.D. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as t  more

Rep. Trone Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Educator Mental Health Awareness Week
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. David Trone, D-Md., introduced a resolution on May 22, 2023. The text of the resolution was released on June 28. H. Res. 436. A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 22 through 26, 2023, as "Educator Mental Health Awareness Week"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif  more

Rep. Wenstrup Introduces Stop Our Scourge Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, introduced the "Stop Our Scourge Act" on May 25, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 3666. A bill to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for considera  more

Rep. Wilson Introduces U.S.-Israel Partnership & Abraham Accords Enhancement Act
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced the "U.S.-Israel Partnership and Abraham Accords Enhancement Act" on June 1, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 30. H.R. 3792. A bill to modify and extend certain authorities relating to cooperation between the United States and Israel, expand and strengthen the Abraham Accords, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be   more

Sen. Gillibrand Introduces Fairness to Freedom Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., introduced the "Fairness to Freedom Act" on April 18, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 29. S. 1187. A bill to establish the right to counsel, at Government expense for those who cannot afford counsel, for people facing removal; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Cory Booker, D-N.J., Alex Padilla, D-Calif., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Jeff   more

Sen. Merkley Introduces Ending Trading & Holdings in Congressional Stocks Act
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., introduced the "Ending Trading and Holdings In Congressional Stocks Act " on April 17, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 29. S. 1171. A bill to amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, to prevent Members of Congress and their spouses and dependent children from trading stocks and owning stocks, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Sherrod   more

Sen. Rosen Introduces Abraham Accords Cybersecurity Cooperation Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen, D-Nev., introduced the "Abraham Accords Cybersecurity Cooperation Act" on May 31, 2023. The text of the bill was released on June 23. S. 1777. A bill to engage in cybersecurity cooperation with Abraham Accords countries, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, Cory Booker, D-N.J., James Lankford, R-Okla., and Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act m  more