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Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]

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738 records where Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1] is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Bill· HRH.R. 8120 (118th)referred

Motorist Tax Abuse Act

United States · United States Congress · 23 April 2024

Bill· HRH.R. 8066 (118th)referred

Ammunition Supply Chain Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024

Ammunition Supply Chain Act This bill requires the Department of the Army to report to Congress on the U.S. supply chain for smokeless gunpowder, including nitrocellulose, nitroglycerin, and acid production, essential to ammunition manufacturing.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1158 (118th)referred

Recognizing the anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, known as the "Seabees", and the tremendous sacrifices and contributions by the Seabees who have fought and served on behalf of our country.

United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024

This resolution recognizes the 82nd anniversary of the establishment of the U.S. Naval Construction Force known as the Seabees. The resolution also honors the courage and sacrifices of the Seabees who have perished in defense of the country and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made by the families of the members of the Seabees.

Bill· HRH.R. 8018 (118th)referred

ABC Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2024

Bill· HRH.R. 7987 (118th)open

Plain Language in Contracting Act

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 2024

Plain Language in Contracting Act This bill requires that notices of contracting opportunities for small businesses are written in a clear, concise, and accessible manner. Each notice also must comply with the requirements of the Plain Writing Act of 2010, which are applicable to publications and notices by federal agencies. The Small Business Administration must issue rules to implement these requirements.

Bill· HRH.R. 7977 (118th)referred

Preserving JROTC Programs Act

United States · United States Congress · 12 April 2024

Preserving JROTC Programs Act This bill reduces the minimum enrollment requirement for establishing or maintaining a unit of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) from 100 to 50 students.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1104 (118th)referred

Recognizing the 203d anniversary of the War of Greek Independence.

United States · United States Congress · 22 March 2024

This resolution congratulates the people of Greece as they celebrate the 203rd anniversary of the War of Greek Independence. The resolution also expresses support for the principles of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law to which the people of the United States and Greece are committed.

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. 7723 (118th)referred

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to prohibit the solicitation and acceptance of a recurring contribution or donation in a campaign for election for Federal office by any method which does not require the contributor or donor to give affirmative consent to making the contribution or donation on a recurring basis, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 19 March 2024

This bill places restrictions on recurring political contributions or donations. Specifically, the bill prohibits any person from soliciting a recurring contribution or donation for a political committee, an independent expenditure, or an electioneering communication by any method that does not require the affirmative consent of the contributor or donor. In addition, the bill prohibits a political committee, a person funding an independent expenditure, or a person funding an electioneering communication from accepting a recurring contribution or donation unless the contributor or donor gave affirmative consent. This affirmative consent cannot be a passive action by the contributor or donor, such as failing to uncheck a prechecked box. Further, any person who accepts a recurring contribution or donation must (1) provide a receipt for the initial contribution or donation and for each recurrence that clearly and conspicuously discloses all material terms, (2) provide all information needed to cancel the recurring contribution or donation in each communication with the contributor or donor, and (3) immediately cancel recurring contributions or donations upon request of the contributor or donor.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 98 (118th)referred

Affirming the vital importance to the United States and its allies and partners of actions necessary to preserve peace, security, and freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

United States · United States Congress · 13 March 2024

This concurrent resolution affirms that U.S. forces in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea should take necessary actions to restore deterrence against threats to protect U.S. interests. The concurrent resolution also states that the President should (1) continue to consult with congressional leaders in advance of authorizing military responses to attacks on U.S. forces and interests, and (2) report to Congress on incidents involving U.S. forces in the region.

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.

Bill· HRH.R. 7618 (118th)referred

SAFE Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 2024

Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act or the SAFE Act This bill incorporates risk assessments and prevention services for falls into annual wellness visits and initial preventive physical exams under Medicare, as well as associated services provided by physical therapists and occupational therapists.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1069 (118th)referred

Demanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party immediately release Kai Li.

United States · United States Congress · 8 March 2024

This resolution demands that the Chinese government and the Communist Party of China (CPC) immediately release Kai Li. The resolution also condemns the Chinese government and the CPC for denying Kai Li regular unmonitored communication with his family, access to U.S. diplomats, and independent and competent medical care. Kai Li is a U.S. citizen who was convicted of espionage charges in China and sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1043 (118th)referred

Expressing support for continued access to fertility care and assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization, in light of the Supreme Court of Alabama's ruling that has jeopardized access to in vitro fertilization and other assisted reproductive technology.

United States · United States Congress · 29 February 2024

This resolution expresses strong support for continued access to fertility care and assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization at home and abroad. It also condemns any judicial ruling that would result in restricted access to fertility care and assisted reproductive technology.

Law· HRH.R. 7438 (118th)enacted

FIFA World Cup 2026 Commemorative Coin Act

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.

Bill· HRH.R. 7450 (118th)referred

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act

United States · United States Congress · 23 February 2024

Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act This bill prohibits payment card networks from using merchant codes that distinguish firearms retailers from other retailers. The Department of Justice must enforce this bill and report annually on the resulting investigations and cases. 

Bill· HRH.R. 7434 (118th)referred

BEST for Vets Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 23 February 2024

Better Examiner Standards and Transparency for Veterans Act of 2024 or the BEST for Vets Act of 2024 This bill provides that only health care professionals who are licensed and not barred from practice may furnish medical disability examinations under the Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program related to using contract physicians for disability examinations. Health care professionals include physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, audiologists, and psychologists.

Bill· HRH.R. 7280 (118th)referred

HUD Transparency Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 7 February 2024

HUD Transparency Act of 2024 This bill requires the Office of Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to annually testify before Congress. Specifically, the office must testify regarding efforts to detect and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; ability to conduct and supervise audits, investigations, and reviews; actions to identify opportunities for HUD programs to progress and succeed; and ongoing activities regarding any such additional work.

Bill· HRH.R. 7287 (118th)referred

Countering Chinese and Russian Support for the Taliban Act

United States · United States Congress · 7 February 2024

Countering Chinese and Russian Support for the Taliban Act This bill requires the Department of State to report to Congress annually on Chinese and Russian malign influence in Afghanistan.

Bill· HRH.R. 7217 (118th)failed

Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

United States · United States Congress · 5 February 2024

Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 This bill provides FY2024 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State for activities to respond to the attacks in Israel. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits. Specifically, the bill provides appropriations to DOD for Military Personnel; Operation and Maintenance; Procurement; Research, Development, Test and Evaluation; Defense Working Capital Funds; and the Defense Health Program. The funding is provided for purposes such as supporting current U.S. military operations in the region; replacing defense articles that were provided to Israel; reimbursing DOD for defense services and training provided to Israel; and procuring Israel's Iron Dome, David's Sling, and Iron Beam defense systems to counter short-range rocket threats. The bill also provides appropriations to the State Department for Diplomatic Programs, Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service, and the Foreign Military Financing Program. The funding is provided to the State Department for purposes such as (1) increasing security at U.S. embassies impacted by the attacks on Israel, and (2) conducting emergency evacuations of U.S. government personnel and citizens in the region. Finally, the bill includes provisions that expand the authorities of the President to transfer defense articles and services from DOD to Israel.

Bill· HRH.R. 7203 (118th)referred

BEACH Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 1 February 2024

Bill· HRH.R. 7202 (118th)referred

Uncovering UNRWA’s Terrorist Crimes Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 February 2024

Uncovering UNRWA’s Terrorist Crimes Act This bill prohibits federal funds from being used to provide funding, directly or indirectly, to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The bill also requires the Department of State to report to Congress on the total U.S. funding to UNRWA from FY2020 through FY2024.

Bill· HRH.R. 7160 (118th)reported

SALT Marriage Penalty Elimination Act

United States · United States Congress · 31 January 2024

SALT Marriage Penalty Elimination Act This bill increases from $10,000 to $20,000 the maximum amount of the tax deduction for state and local taxes for married couples whose adjusted gross income is less than $500,000 in 2023, thus eliminating the tax effect known as the marriage penalty.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 986 (118th)referred

Condemning New York Governor Kathy Hochul for reducing funding for schools across New York State and prioritizing increased funding for migrants.

United States · United States Congress · 30 January 2024

This resolution denounces Governor Kathy Hochul for reducing funding for schools across the state of New York. Additionally, the resolution condemns Governor Hochul for allowing the border crisis to displace students and harm their education. The resolution also urges Governor Hochul to rescind her 2025 state budget proposal and prioritize students over migrants by reversing the funding cuts to schools.  

Bill· HRH.R. 7103 (118th)referred

Agency Accountability Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 29 January 2024

Agency Accountability Act of 2024 This bill requires the Director of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization of each agency that does not meet specified criteria for contracting with small businesses to testify before the Senate Committee on Small Business and the House Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Specifically, if an agency receives below a letter grade of A on its annual scorecard for small business contracting or does not meet two or more of the government-wide goals for contracting with small businesses, the director must testify before such committees about the reasons why the agency did not meet these benchmarks.

Bill· HRH.R. 7105 (118th)referred

WOSB Certification and Opportunity Expansion Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 January 2024

WOSB Certification and Opportunity Expansion Act This bill requires that only women-owned small businesses that have been certified by a federal agency, state government, or national certifying entity approved by the Small Business Administration (SBA) are included when calculating whether a federal agency has met its contracting goals with respect to such businesses during a fiscal year. Certain self-certified, women-owned small businesses that have filed an application for certification are deemed to have been certified until the SBA or national certifying entity makes a determination with respect to the certification of such business. The SBA must provide a briefing each quarter about specified aspects of the process of certifying women-owned small businesses and implementing the requirements of the bill.

Bill· HRH.R. 6997 (118th)open

Disaster Contract Improvement Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 January 2024

Disaster Contract Improvement Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish an advisory working group to encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities engaged in disaster recovery relating to debris removal. The bill requires (1) FEMA to conduct outreach to states, tribal governments, and local governments with respect to any guidance or support materials developed; and (2) the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study that, among other things, examines the use and adoption rate of advance contracts for debris removal by states, tribal governments, and local governments.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 965 (118th)passed

Calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen, who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.

United States · United States Congress · 16 January 2024

This resolution calls on the Taliban to immediately release Ryan Corbett (an American citizen wrongfully detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan on August 10, 2022) and all other American detainees. The resolution also (1) urges the Taliban to respect Ryan Corbett's fundamental human rights and provide full, unfettered, and consistent health and welfare visits; and (2) condemns the Taliban’s practice of hostage-taking.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 966 (118th)passed

Condemning rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel.

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.

Bill· HRH.R. 6972 (118th)open

Securing Chain of Command Continuity Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 January 2024

Securing Chain of Command Continuity Act This bill requires certain notifications whenever a head of an executive branch agency who is a member of the National Security Council (for example, the Secretary of State or the Secretary of Defense) becomes medically incapacitated. In the event that such an agency head becomes medically incapacitated, the person serving in an acting capacity as the agency head (or, if no person is acting, the first assistant to the office of the agency head) must notify within 24 hours the Executive Office of the President, the Comptroller General, the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate, and the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of Representatives. In the event that such notifications are not made, the bill requires a report containing certain information related to the medical incapacitation, the individual who served in an acting capacity, and an explanation of why the required notifications were not made.