Rep. Edwards, Donna F. [D-MD-4]

An amendment numbered 5 printed in House Report 111-467 to direct the DOD to engage in outreach to businesses in the vicinity of DOD installations to notify them of opportunities to obtain contracts and subcontracts to perform work at such installations.

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An amendment numbered 2 printed in the Congressional Record to insert a finding by Congress that the impact of EPA's rules would create 2,200 net additional jobs.

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Amendment gives USDOT authority to appoint and oversee the four Federal members to the WMATA board rather than continuing with the current GSA responsibility to make such appointments.

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Amendment sought to prohibit the Secretary and the Administrator from issuing any final rule that might expand the scope beyond water bodies covered prior to Supreme Court rulings when implementing the provisions of the bill.

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An amendment numbered 100 printed in House Report 112-88 to require that the effects on local businesses, neighborhoods, and local governments be included in the analysis of the impacts on transportation infrastructure related to consideration and selection of military installations for closure or realignment (BRAC).

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An amendment numbered 6 printed in House Report 111-410 to direct NIST to work in cooperation with State, Federal, and private sector partners to develop a framework that States may follow in order to achieve effective cybersecurity practices in a timely and cost effective manner.

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Amendment in the nature of a substitute sought to insert a complete new text comprised of the Senate companion measure, S. 1297.

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Amendment moves up the consideration of storm water issues in statewide and metropolitan planning by specifically requiring consideration of projects and strategies that will improve the resiliency and reliability of the transportation system and reduce or mitigate storm water impacts on surface transportation.

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Amendment sought to increase the authorization level in the bill for Data Transparency from $1 million to $250 million per year from 2016 through 2019.

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An amendment numbered 5 printed in the Congressional Record to add a new section on findings relating to health benifits.

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An amendment numbered 415 printed in the Congressional Record to reduce the Environmental Protection Agency account by $200,000,00 and increase the Environmental Protection Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grant by $2,816,446,000.

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Amendment sought to strike section 438 which prohibits use of funds by the administrator of EPA to propose, promulgate, implement, administer, or enforce a national primary or secondary ambient air quality standard for ozone that is lower than the standard established under the Code of Federal Regulations until at least 85 percent of the counties that were nonattainment areas achieve full compliance with that standard.

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Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2016

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 2016

Improving Care for Vulnerable Older Citizens through Workforce Advancement Act of 2016 This bill amends the Older Americans Act of 1965 to direct the Administration on Aging to carry out a program awarding grants to eligible entities to carry out six separate demonstration projects that focus on care coordination and service delivery for older individuals with chronic illness or at risk of institutional placement by: (1) designing and testing new models of care coordination and service delivery that thoughtfully and effectively deploy advanced aides to improve efficiency and quality of care for frail older individuals; and (2) giving direct-care workers opportunities for career advancement through additional training, an expanded role, and increased compensation.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to limit Medicare part B premium increases for 2017.

United States · United States Congress · 2 December 2016

This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to limit increases to monthly premiums under Medicare for 2017. Specifically, an individual's monthly premium shall increase by no more than $4 over the individual's monthly premium for 2016.

Justice for Victims of Fraud Act of 2016

United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2016

Justice for Victims of Fraud Act of 2016 This bill amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to prohibit predispute arbitration agreements with consumers (i.e., agreements to arbitrate any future disputes between parties instead of pursuing the claims in court) from being valid or enforceable in disputes related to credit card accounts or personal bank accounts that are not subject to a final judgment by a court if the credit card or bank account was not issued in response to a request or application for that account. The bill excludes from this prohibition accounts held by a financial institution pursuant to a bona fide trust agreement.

Presidential Accountability Act

United States · United States Congress · 17 November 2016

Presidential Accountability Act This bill amends the federal criminal code to make it a crime for the President or Vice President to personally and substantially participate in official matters that affect their financial interests, unless the financial interests are held in a blind trust or the President or Vice President discloses the financial interests and receives an exemption. It imposes criminal penalties—a prison term, a fine, or both—on a President or Vice President who commits the offense. It also authorizes civil penalties and injunctions. Additionally, a violation constitutes a high crime and misdemeanor (i.e., grounds for impeachment) under Article II, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution. Finally, the bill prohibits the President or Vice President from entering into contracts with the U.S. government.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the vital role the Civil Air Patrol has played, and continues to play, in supporting the homeland security and national defense of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 16 November 2016

Applauds the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) for 75 years of continuous service. Recognizes the critical emergency services, training support, and mission capabilities that the CAP offers state and national homeland security agencies, as well as the Armed Forces. Commends the more than 23,500 youth and 32,500 adult volunteers of the CAP.

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the United States Capitol Police and their role in securing the United States Capitol complex and protecting Members of Congress, their staff, and the general public.

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2016

Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the United States Capitol Police is an invaluable asset to Congress and the community; (2) its officers deserve the utmost appreciation and respect; and (3) the congressional community is expressly grateful for the innumerable contributions and sacrifices of its officers to secure the U.S. Capitol complex and protect Members of Congress, their staff, and the general public.

P3 Act

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2016

Partnerships for Progress and Prosperity Act or the P3 Act This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to award grants to local educational agencies (LEAs) and institutions of higher education for the improvement of students' education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Each grantee shall partner with an employer in a STEM field to: assist students in obtaining internships or apprenticeships, develop STEM coursework curricula and metrics, carry out dual-credit courses, provide tutoring and mentoring, enable students and teachers to attend STEM events outside of the classroom, provide after-school and summer STEM programs, and purchase educational materials or equipment to facilitate STEM instruction. In awarding grants under the program, ED shall give special consideration to applicants that: promote in-classroom engagement between STEM professionals and students; use technology-based materials and content; pair mentors and tutors with students struggling to meet curriculum benchmarks; in the case of LEA applicants, serve schools in which most students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch; and propose to use grant funds to target interventions for populations that are traditionally underrepresented in STEM fields. Each grantee shall provide matching funds equal to 50% of the grant amount.

Don't Block LGBTQ Act of 2016

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2016

Don't Block LGBTQ Act of 2016 This bill amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit elementary schools, secondary schools, or libraries that receive discount rates for telecommunications services under the universal service support program from blocking Internet access to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer resources. The bill does not prohibit schools or libraries from blocking content that is obscene, child pornography, or harmful to minors.

Fair Housing for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivors Act of 2016

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2016

Fair Housing for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Survivors Act of 2016 This bill amends the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination against or regarding survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault in: the sale or rental of housing and related activities, residential real estate-related transactions, and the provision of real estate brokerage services. This bill declares that nothing in the Act shall prohibit federal, state, or local government or other assistance or a preference program designed to assist or benefit domestic violence or sexual assault survivors in seeking, securing, or maintaining dwellings, shelters or any other form of housing. The Civil Rights Act of 1968 is amended to prohibit intimidation in fair housing tranactions regarding survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Inclusion Act of 2016

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2016

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Inclusion Act of 2016 This bill amends title IV (Student Assistance) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to broaden the types of repayment plans under which an eligible public service employee may make qualifying payments for purposes of the public service loan forgiveness program.

Inclusive Campuses Act

United States · United States Congress · 26 September 2016

Inclusive Campuses Act This bill amends title III (Institutional Aid) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 to allow historically black colleges and universities and other minority-serving institutions of higher education to use title III funds to establish resource centers on campus that provide support to and education about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students.

Recognizing the opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, the only national museum dedicated to documenting African American life, history, and culture.

United States · United States Congress · 22 September 2016

Commends the leadership, staff, scholars, designers, construction workers, volunteers, charter members, and donors who worked tirelessly to realize the venerable dream of opening the National Museum of African American History and Culture of the Smithsonian Institution. Encourages all citizens and residents of, and visitors to, the United States to visit the museum when touring the nation's capital.