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Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]

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Bill· HRH.R. 8608 (118th)referred

SAFE Act

United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2024

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1266 (118th)referred

Condemning the attack on the Argentine Jewish Mutual Association Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in July 1994 and encouraging accountability for the attack.

United States · United States Congress · 31 May 2024

This resolution condemns the 1994 attack on the Argentine Jewish Mutual Association Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and calls for the perpetrators, including Iranian and Hezbollah operatives, to be held accountable for their crimes. The resolution also demands that INTERPOL (the International Criminal Police Organization, an intergovernmental organization that facilitates international police cooperation) member countries comply with arrest orders for individuals responsible for the attack. 

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1228 (118th)referred

Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2024

This resolution recognizes the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1215 (118th)passed

Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to join in efforts to educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community.

United States · United States Congress · 8 May 2024

This resolution calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society leaders to condemn and counter antisemitism. The resolution also (1) urges that all possible steps be taken to ensure the safety and security of Jewish American communities, and (2) calls on the Executive Branch and civic leaders to identify and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community.

Bill· HRH.R. 8323 (118th)referred

Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 8 May 2024

Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act of 2024 This bill establishes programs, grants, and other activities to address substance use disorders. Specifically, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must establish a program for purchasing and distributing opioid overdose reversal drugs for states and Indian tribes. HHS must also award grants for and otherwise support addressing substance use, particularly in states, tribes, territories, and localities with disproportionately high drug overdose rates; increasing access to preventive, medical, recovery, and related services; developing innovative models of delivering treatment and harm reduction services; and expanding the treatment capacity of Medicaid providers. In addition, HHS must issue model standards of care for treatment services and recovery residences and may award grants for training health care professionals. The bill also supports prevention and treatment services for workers, addiction and pain management research, and data collection on substance use disorders. Further, dispensers, distributors, and manufacturers of schedule II controlled substances (e.g., oxycodone), with the exception of opioid treatment programs, must certify that they maintain effective drug diversion controls. Violators are subject to specified civil and criminal penalties. Collected penalties shall be used for the grant programs and other substance use disorder activities established under the bill.

Bill· HRH.R. 8018 (118th)referred

ABC Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2024

Law· HRH.R. 8012 (118th)enacted

Jackie Robinson Ballpark National Commemorative Site Act

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 2024

Jackie Robinson Commemorative Site Act This bill designates the Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach, Florida, as the Jackie Robinson Ballpark National Commemorative Site. It also makes the site a part of the African American Civil Rights Network established under the African American Civil Rights Network Act of 2017. In addition, the bill directs the Department of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the site to evaluate its national significance and determine the suitability and feasibility of designating the site as a national historic landmark.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1147 (118th)referred

Demanding that the international community hold accountable those who perpetrated acts of sexual violence and sexual torture during and after the attack on the State of Israel on October 7, 2023.

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 2024

This resolution calls on the United States to insist that the United Nations Security Council open an investigation into the sexual violence and sexual torture committed during and after the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. The resolution demands that the international community hold accountable those who perpetrated such acts.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1142 (118th)referred

Recognizing the Tenth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.

United States · United States Congress · 12 April 2024

This resolution calls for the immediate release of all Boko Haram captives, specifically the remaining Chibok schoolgirls and Leah Sharibu. The resolution also urges both Nigeria and the United States to take certain actions to address the abduction of women by Boko Haram and related terrorist groups.

Bill· HRH.R. 7829 (118th)referred

SOAR Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 26 March 2024

Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act of 2024 or the SOAR Act of 2024 This bill establishes certain requirements with respect to the payment and provision of supplemental oxygen and related services under Medicare. For example, the bill provides for separate payments, indexed to inflation, of oxygen and related equipment, supplies, and services under Medicare (rather than under the competitive acquisition program). It also specifically covers services that are provided by respiratory therapists under Medicare and provides for an additional payment adjustment for these services. Additionally, the bill (1) requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to develop an electronic template for providers to use when prescribing oxygen and related equipment, supplies, and services; and (2) establishes certain rights for beneficiaries receiving these items and services, such as the right to choose their suppliers and to receive clear communications and be informed about the services provided.

Bill· HRH.R. 7828 (118th)referred

Pink Tax Repeal Act

United States · United States Congress · 26 March 2024

Pink Tax Repeal Act This bill prohibits any person from selling (or offering to sell) substantially similar consumer products or services at different prices based on the gender of the intended purchaser. If, for example, the only difference between two products is the color, they are substantially similar. The bill provides authority for the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general to enforce these requirements. 

Bill· HRH.R. 7801 (118th)referred

Sultana Steamboat Disaster Commemorative Coin Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 22 March 2024

Sultana Steamboat Disaster Commemorative Coin Act of 2024 This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue not more than 100,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins emblematic of the Sultana steamboat explosion that occurred on April 27, 1865, on the Mississippi River. All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of such coins must be paid to the Sultana Historical Preservation Society Inc. for the purpose of establishing, operating, and maintaining a museum.

Bill· HRH.R. 7799 (118th)referred

CATCH Act

United States · United States Congress · 22 March 2024

Law· HRH.R. 7764 (118th)enacted

Commission to Study the Potential Transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024

Commission to Study the Potential Transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Act This bill establishes a commission to study the potential transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution.   Within two years of its first meeting, the commission must submit a report, fundraising plan, and legislative recommendations to Congress and the President. The report must address certain issues, including (1) the impact of the museum on educational and governmental efforts to study and counter anti-Semitism, and (2) financial and legal considerations associated with the potential transfer.

Bill· HRH.R. 7735 (118th)referred

Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024

Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2024 This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) and institutions of higher education (IHEs) participating in federal student aid programs to distribute information on how to report alleged violations of civil rights under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded programs or activities.) Specifically, the bill requires ED's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to conduct a public awareness campaign regarding the rights of individuals under Title VI. This campaign must be updated annually and distributed to IHEs. The bill requires an IHE to post a link on its website on how to file a Title VI complaint with OCR. Additionally, the IHE must annually post the materials from OCR's public awareness campaign. The information must be posted in high-traffic public places on campus (e.g., student centers) and high-traffic websites (e.g., the website for student services).  OCR must give monthly congressional briefings on (1) the number of complaints filed with OCR, (2) how OCR plans to address those complaints and the investigations opened in response to those complaints, and (3) how long those complaints remain open. Additionally, the bill prohibits OCR from closing or dismissing a complaint due to resolution via another agency or avenue.  The bill also requires annual reporting by IHEs on discrimination complaints. Further, the bill directs ED's Office of Inspector General to audit and study discrimination complaints.

Bill· HRH.R. 7688 (118th)referred

AADAPT Act

United States · United States Congress · 15 March 2024

Bill· HRH.R. 7629 (118th)referred

Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024

Protect Our Letter Carriers Act of 2024 This bill requires or authorizes certain actions related to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). The bill requires the Department of Justice to appoint an assistant U.S. attorney in each judicial district to coordinate and supervise the investigation and prosecution of various crimes related to postal services (for example, assault on a postal service employee, breaking into a post office, or obstruction of mails). The bill also requires the U.S. Sentencing Commission to amend sentencing guidelines to provide that the assault or robbery of a postal employee shall be treated the same as the assault of a law enforcement officer. Additionally, the bill authorizes appropriations for the USPS to install high security collection boxes and replace older versions of the universal mailbox key with electronic versions.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1076 (118th)referred

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 112th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a secure, inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024

This resolution (1) recognizes Girl Scouts of the United States of America for 112 years of providing girls with a safe and inclusive space where they can hone their skills and develop leadership abilities, and (2) congratulates all Girl Scouts who earned the Gold Award in 2023.

Bill· HRH.R. 7573 (118th)referred

Stop Unfair Medicaid Recoveries Act

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 2024

Stop Unfair Medicaid Recoveries Act  This bill prohibits state Medicaid programs from using estate recovery to recoup the costs of benefits. States must withdraw property liens within 90 days of the bill's enactment and notify affected individuals of the withdrawals.

Bill· HRH.R. 7555 (118th)referred

RETRO GSP Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 March 2024

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1053 (118th)referred

Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security.

United States · United States Congress · 5 March 2024

This resolution recognizes that the relationship between the United States and Canada is an essential strategic asset to the United States, reaffirms a full commitment to maintain and grow the U.S.-Canada relationship, and reaffirms a commitment to the bilateral and international alliance between the two countries.