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.
United States · United States Congress · 9 April 2024
Stop Taxes Against Menstrual Products Act of 2024 or the STAMP Act of 2024 This bill makes it unlawful for a state or local government to impose a tax on the retail sale of a menstrual product.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 21 March 2024
This resolution expresses support for initiatives to build the Black workforce and equip the Black community in the United States with the necessary tools to compete for stable jobs in every career and at every career level. It also expresses support for the goal of expanding economic opportunity, equity, and wealth creation for Black people in the United States at every socioeconomic level, in every industry, and in every residential setting.
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.
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
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 · 29 February 2024
Expanding Opportunity for Minority Depository Institutions Act or the Expanding Opportunity for MDIs Act This bill establishes the Financial Agent Mentor-Protégé Program within the Department of the Treasury. The program provides participating minority deposit institutions and small financial institutions with mentorship from large financial institutions or from financial agents designated by Treasury. This mentorship prepares protégé institutions to improve service capacity or to perform as financial agents for the federal government.
United States · United States Congress · 29 February 2024
This resolution recognizes the importance of commemorating Black History Month as it acknowledges the achievements of Black Americans throughout the nation's history.
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 · 20 February 2024
Ensuring Diversity in Community Banking Act This bill establishes programs and revises provisions related to minority depository institutions, community development financial institutions, and impact banks. The bill (1) expands the definition of minority depository institutions to include women-owned banks, and (2) establishes impact banks as depository institutions with total assets less than $10 billion and where a certain total dollar value of loans are extended to low-income borrowers. The bill establishes a program allowing minority depository institutions and impact banks to receive deposits from certain Department of the Treasury accounts through designated custodial entities. It also establishes the Minority Bank Deposit Program to prioritize the use of minority depository institutions to the maximum extent possible to serve the financial needs of federal departments and agencies. Federal banking agencies must issue rules allowing new minority depository institutions and impact banks to take three years to meet capital requirements.
United States · United States Congress · 15 February 2024
Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 500 Sergeant Gonzales Drive in Fort Davis, Texas, as the "Sergeant Manuel Sillas Gonzales Post Office."
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 · 31 January 2024
Credit for Caring Act of 2024 This bill allows an eligible caregiver a tax credit of up to $5,000 for 30% of the cost of long-term care expenses that exceed $2,000 in a taxable year. The bill defines eligible caregiver as an individual who has earned income for the taxable year in excess of $7,500 and pays or incurs expenses for providing care to a spouse or other dependent relative with long-term care needs.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 2024
This resolution expresses support for the values of the Equity or Else quality-of-life platform to advance racial and economic equity across various social issues.
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 · 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 · 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 · 10 January 2024
This resolution commends Taiwan for its example of self-governance and regards Taiwan's democracy as a great strategic strength for the free world. The resolution also expresses concern about Chinese interference in Taiwan's 2024 elections and expresses commitment to continuing a strong partnership with Taiwan, regardless of the outcome of the elections.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 12 December 2023
This resolution condemns all forms of discrimination and expresses support for policies to prevent and respond to hate crimes, including education and training on prevention and response.
United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2023
Eviction Prevention Act of 2023 This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to provide grants to state and local governments to make legal counsel available to eligible tenants undergoing eviction proceedings. An eligible tenant is an individual whose income is less than 125% of the federal poverty level. The bill also requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development to establish a national database of evictions. The Government Accountability Office must report on the national status of legal representation of tenants in eviction proceedings, including the effects of access to representation on case outcomes.
United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023
Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously in commemoration of Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor, in recognition of his significance to the nation as an athlete, role model, and equal rights advocate.
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2023
Poverty Line Act of 2023 This bill revises the methodology used to calculate the federal poverty guidelines. The federal poverty guidelines are used to determine eligibility for many federal and state public assistance programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the National School Lunch Program. The poverty guidelines are currently calculated by adjusting the Census Bureau’s poverty thresholds to account for changes in the Consumer Price Index. The bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to calculate regional poverty guidelines based on a combination of factors including average household expenditures on food, clothing, utilities, and transportation; the average cost of rental housing; and the average cost of health insurance. These factors shall be calculated using regional data as applicable. HHS must make available to the public a tool for determining the poverty guideline applicable to a given household. The new regional poverty guidelines established by HHS may not be lower than existing, corresponding poverty guidelines as of the date of enactment of the bill. HHS shall review and evaluate the poverty guidelines at least every four years and propose changes to this methodology as appropriate. The bill shall take effect three years after its enactment.
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2023
LGBTQI Business Equal Credit Enforcement and Investment Act This bill requires financial institutions to report certain credit application data to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for the purposes of enforcing fair lending laws. Specifically, financial institutions must report this data regarding lesbian-, gay-, bisexual-, transgender-, queer-, or intersex-owned businesses. Currently, this data is reported regarding women-owned, minority-owned, and small businesses.
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2023
Original Resolution Affirming the State of Palestine's Right to Exist This resolution affirms Palestine's right to exist and at a future time become a nation-state. It also recognizes the two-state solution as the only one to secure a lasting peace and rejects calls for Palestine's destruction.
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