United States · United States Congress · 29 March 2024
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month and recognizes the women and organizations that continue to promote the teaching of women's history.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 21 March 2024
Rosie the Riveter Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition and celebration of the women who contributed to the U.S. home front during World War II. All sales of coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the Rosie the Riveter Trust to support the National Park Service in maintaining and repairing the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park.
United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024
Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act of 2024 This bill imposes a tax on the net value of all taxable assets of a taxpayer on the last day of any calendar year (i.e., a wealth tax). The amount of such tax is equal to the sum of 2% of the amount of taxpayer assets exceeding $50 million, but not in excess of $1 billion, plus the applicable percentage (3% or 6% if certain legislation is in effect) of the net value of such taxable assets exceeding $1 billion.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024
This concurrent resolution declares that Congress recognizes the disparity in wages paid to women compared to wages paid to men. The resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to supporting equal pay and to narrowing the gender wage gap.
United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024
National Advisory Council on Unpaid School Meal Debt Act This bill establishes the National Advisory Council on Unpaid School Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs. The council must provide recommendations to the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that students are not stigmatized and school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. The FNS must use the recommendations to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees.
United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024
This resolution affirms Israel's right to exist as a Jewish, democratic state, recognizes Palestinians' right to sovereignty and self-determination through a Palestinian state, and supports a two-state solution as the best path to achieve lasting peace.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 23 February 2024
FIFA World Cup 2026 Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of the coins shall be promptly paid by Treasury to FWC2026 US, Inc. (the U.S.-incorporated FIFA subsidiary operating the FIFA Men's World Cup 2026) for the purpose of aiding soccer programs and activities in the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 9 February 2024
Saving Local News Act This bill includes as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization purpose the publication (including electronic publication) of written news articles. In the case of an organization that is tax-exempt due to the publication of written news articles, the term unrelated business taxable incom e does not include any amount attributable to payments for advertisements in news publications.
United States · United States Congress · 9 February 2024
This resolution expresses support for local news and expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that it is in the best interests of federal, state, and local governments to foster robust local news sources.
United States · United States Congress · 7 February 2024
This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Lunar New Year. The resolution expresses, in observance of this Lunar New Year, the Year of the Dragon, the deepest respect of the House of Representatives for Asian Americans and all individuals throughout the world who celebrate this significant occasion. The resolution wishes Asian Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year.
United States · United States Congress · 5 February 2024
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Rosa Parks by nationally recognizing Transit Equity Day. The resolution also encourages the use of public transportation and the continued work to make public transit accessible for all.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 2024
Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 333 West Broadway in Anaheim, California, as the "Dr. William I. 'Bill' Kott Post Office Building."
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 2024
Well-Informed, Scientific, & Efficient Government Act of 2024 or the WISE Government Act of 2024 This bill prohibits an agency from entering into a contract for a journal subscription that prohibits disclosure of the cost of the subscription to another agency or the Library of Congress. Each agency library must make policies and procedures for employee access to library subscriptions easily and clearly available to the agency's employees, including regional employees, through the intranet. The General Services Administration must submit to Congress and each agency library a report on increasing agency library access to serials.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 2024
Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 201 East Battles Road in Santa Maria, California, as the "Larry Lavagnino Post Office Building."
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 2024
Access to Family Building Act This bill provides a statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (e.g., in vitro fertilization). Specifically, under the bill, individuals have the right to access assisted reproductive technology, and to retain all rights with respect to the use or disposition of reproductive genetic materials (e.g., eggs or sperm), without prohibitions or unreasonable restrictions. Health care providers and insurers also have the right to provide and cover these services, respectively. The bill does not affect state or local health and safety regulations that achieve their purpose in the least restrictive manner possible. The Department of Justice may bring civil actions against states, localities, or government officials or entities that enact or enforce limitations or requirements that violate this bill. Individuals and health care providers who are affected by violations may also bring civil actions for relief.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 2024
Stronger Communities through Better Transit Act This bill requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to establish a grant program to support operating projects for public transportation and related service improvements, particularly in underserved communities and areas of persistent poverty. Specifically, the bill requires DOT to allocate funding under the program for urbanized areas, states, and Indian tribes that are recipients of funds under either the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA's) Urbanized Area Formula Funding program or Formula Grants for Rural Areas program. Eligible recipients may use funding for operating costs associated with projects that improve public transportation service for transit-dependent populations and support increased transit ridership (e.g., service expansion, information technology enhancements, and workforce development). The bill requires DOT to apportion the funding so that recipients receive funds that are proportional to their share of operating costs. The bill also provides for an increased federal cost share for operating assistance for projects or programs carried out in areas of persistent poverty or underserved communities. DOT must set up a multimodal access measurement interface for public agencies to aid transit agencies in determining and reporting on access to jobs and essential services. A grant recipient must also (1) report specific information to the FTA for inclusion in the National Transit Database, and (2) survey transit riders and non-riding residents regarding transit service improvements. Further, the bill expands the purposes of the public transportation programs to include supporting public transportation's role in combating climate change through growing/retaining transit ridership.
United States · United States Congress · 16 January 2024
This resolution condemns acts of rape and sexual violence as weapons of war, including those acts committed by Hamas on and since October 7, 2023. The resolution also calls on all nations to criminalize rape and sexual assault and hold accountable all perpetrators of sexual violence, including state and non-state armed groups.
United States · United States Congress · 16 January 2024
This resolution permits a Member of the House of Representatives who has given birth to designate another Member as a proxy to vote, except for a quorum call. The Member may designate such a proxy for up to six weeks after the birth.
United States · United States Congress · 12 January 2024
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of Korean American Day and honors the 121st anniversary of the arrival of the first Korean immigrants to the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 11 January 2024
Preventing Private Paramilitary Activity Act of 2024 This bill establishes a federal statutory framework to prohibit certain conduct involving actions as a part of a (or on behalf of) a private paramilitary organization while armed. An individual who violates the prohibition is subject to criminal penalties. The bill also authorizes civil remedies.
United States · United States Congress · 10 January 2024
Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024 This bill extends and provides FY2024 funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which provides a monthly benefit that allows eligible low-income households to receive discounted internet service. The program also provides a one-time discount that may be used to purchase a connected device, such as a computer.
United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023
This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, a law that prohibited Chinese laborers from immigrating to the United States. The resolution also reaffirms Congress's commitment to preserving civil rights and constitutional protections for people of Chinese or other Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander descent in the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023
Roberto Clemente Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue coins in recognition of the life of Roberto Clemente, baseball player and human rights activist. All sales of coins issued under this bill must include a surcharge to be paid to the Roberto Clemente Foundation.
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