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Bill Introductions Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday June 30, 2024 ( 33 items )  

Rep. Allred Introduces Resolution to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of Great Society
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas, introduced a resolution on May 22, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1250. A resolution commemorating the 60th anniversary of President Lyndon Baines Johnson's Great Society; to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, Paul Tonko, D-N.Y., Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, D-Texas, and Jim Costa, D-Calif. * * * Commemorating the  more

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

Rep. Bonamici Introduces Resolution to Support Goals of National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 25. H. Res. 1233. 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 co  more

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

Rep. Caraveo Introduces Latino Youth Mental Health Empowerment Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Yadira Caraveo, D-Colo., introduced the "Latino Youth Mental Health Empowerment Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8376. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a national awareness and outreach campaign to improve mental health among the Hispanic and Latino youth population; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Tony Cardenas, D-Calif., Grace F. Napolitano, D-Calif., Andr  more

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

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

Rep. Clyde Introduces Joint Resolution on Definition of Engaged in Business as Dealer in Firearms
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Andrew S. Clyde, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 25. H.J. Res. 144. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, Department of Justice, relating to "Definition of 'Engaged in the Business' as a Dealer in Firearms"; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The r  more

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

Rep. Fitzpatrick Introduces Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Program Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., introduced the "Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Program Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8404. A bill to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to create a Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value Based Payment Program exempt from budget neutrality adjustment requirements, and to amend section 1128A of title XI of the Social Security Act to create a new statutory exception for the provision of  more

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

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

Rep. Langworthy Introduces Grape Research & Protection Expansion Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y., introduced the "Grape Research And Protection Expansion Act" on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8359. A bill to amend the Federal Crop Insurance Act to require the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to carry out research and development regarding a policy to insure table, wine and juice grapes against losses due to a freeze event, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Agriculture. * * * SECTION 1. Shor  more

Rep. Lawler Introduces Advancing Opportunity for Hibernians Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "Advancing Opportunity for Hibernians Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8406. A bill to add Ireland to the E3 nonimmigrant visa program; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "Advancing Opportunity for Hibernians Act" or the "AOH Act". SEC. 2. E-3 visas for Irish nationals.  more

Rep. Lawler Introduces American Victims of Terrorism Compensation Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., introduced the "American Victims of Terrorism Compensation Act" on May 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 8419. A bill to amend the Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act to provide funding for United States victims of state-sponsored terrorism by ensuring consistent and meaningful distributions from the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund, and for other purposes; to the Co  more

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

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

Rep. McCaul Introduces Maintaining Our Ironclad Commitment to Israel's Security Act
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, introduced the "Maintaining Our Ironclad Commitment to Israel's Security Act" on May 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 8437. A bill to provide for congressional oversight of proposed changes to arms sales to Israel; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall wit  more

Rep. Meeks Introduces Bill to Host Regular U.S.-Africa Leaders Summits
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., introduced legislation on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8362. A bill to direct the Secretary of State to host regular U.S.-Africa Leaders Summits, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif. * * * SECTION 1. U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit and related matters. (a) In general.--The Secretary of State shall, subject to the availability of f  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Aaron Salter Jr. Responsible Body Armor Possession Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced the "Aaron Salter Jr. Responsible Body Armor Possession Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8388. A bill to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians, with exceptions; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Tim Kennedy, D-N.Y., Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., Nydia M. Velazquez, D-N.Y., Henry C. Johnson, D-Ga., and Del. Eleanor Holmes  more

Rep. Meng Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Menstrual Health Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on May 21, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1248. A resolution recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, and people who menstruate, and expressing support for the designation of the month of May as "National Menstrual Health Awareness Month"; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workfo  more

Rep. Molinaro Introduces College Antisemitism Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "College Antisemitism Transparency Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8389. A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require institutions of higher education to report to the Secretary of Education each incident of antisemitism reported to campus security authorities or local police agencies; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Ove  more

Rep. Molinaro Introduces ThinkDIFFERENTLY Nutrition & Opportunities Act
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Marcus Molinaro, R-N.Y., introduced the "ThinkDIFFERENTLY Nutrition and Opportunities Act" on May 16, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 28. H.R. 8439. A bill to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to modify household income to exclude income earned by a member who is 21 years of age or younger and who is an elementary or secondary school student; to the Committee on Agriculture. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the "ThinkDI  more

Rep. Moore Introduces Mental Health & Making Access More Affordable Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Rep. Gwen Moore, D-Wis., introduced the "Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. H.R. 8390. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require that group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group or individual health insurance that provide coverage for mental health services and substan  more

Rep. Morelle Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of National Day of Light
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Joseph D. Morelle, D-N.Y., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 26. H. Res. 1236. A resolution expressing support for designation of May 16, 2024, as the "National Day of Light"; to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. The resolution is cosponsored by Rep. Brian J. Mast, R-Fla. * * * Expressing support for designation of May 16, 2024, as the "National Day of Light". Whereas the National Day of Light   more

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

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

Rep. Steel Introduces Strengthening Cybersecurity in Health Care Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Michelle Steel, R-Calif., introduced the "Strengthening Cybersecurity in Health Care Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 8415. A bill to require the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services to evaluate the cybersecurity practices and protocols of the Department, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Adam B. Schiff, D-Calif., Mariannette Miller-Mee  more

Rep. Stefanik Introduces Drones for First Responders Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., introduced the "Drones for First Responders Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. H.R. 8416. A bill to amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to increase the rate of duty on unmanned aircraft, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speake  more

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

Rep. Titus Introduces Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, June 24 -- Rep. Dina Titus, D-Nev., introduced the "Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts Authorization Act" on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 23. H.R. 8368. A bill to establish a Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts in the Department of State, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Jim Baird, R-Ind., Gregory W. Meeks, D-N.Y., Jason Crow, D-Colo., and Greg Stanton, D-Ariz. * * * SECTION 1. Sh  more

Sen. Ernst Introduces No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act
WASHINGTON, June 26 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, introduced the "No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act" on May 14, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 25. S. 4321. A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to prohibit the payment of annuities and retired pay to individuals convicted of certain sex crimes; to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., John Kennedy, R-La., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho  more

Sen. Welch Introduces Rural Innovation Stronger Economy Reauthorization Act
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., introduced the "Rural Innovation Stronger Economy Reauthorization Act" on May 15, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 26. S. 4342. A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to reauthorize and expand the Rural Innovation Stronger Economy grant program; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may   more