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Rep. Petri, Thomas E. [R-WI-6]

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Bill· HRH.R. 3985 (109th)referred

Interrogation Procedures Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 6 October 2005

Interrogation Procedures Act of 2005 - Prohibits any individual in the custody or control of the U.S. government, regardless of nationality or physical location, from being subject to cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment. Prohibits any person in the custody or control of the Department of Defense (DOD), or under detention in a DOD facility, from being subject to any treatment or technique of interrogation not authorized by and listed in the U.S. Army Field Manual on Intelligence Interrogation.

Bill· HRH.R. 3949 (109th)referred

Volunteer Firefighter and EMS Personnel Job Protection Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2005

Volunteer Firefighter and EMS Personnel Job Protection Act - Prohibits any person from being terminated, demoted, or discriminated against in the terms or conditions of employment because the employee is absent or late as a result of responding as a volunteer firefighter or performing volunteer emergency medical services. Limits applicable absences to 14 days per calendar year. Allows employers to: (1) withhold the employee's regular pay for such time as the employee is absent; and (2) request the employee to provide written verification from the supervising Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), state, or local official that such employee responded in an official capacity at a specified time and date. Requires such an employee to make a reasonable effort to notify his or her employer that he or she may be absent or late. Gives such an employee a private cause of action for discrimination which violates this Act.

Bill· HRH.R. 3943 (109th)referred

To postpone the enforcement of new rules governing rest periods for truck drivers using sleeper berths until January 1, 2006.

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2005

Declares that new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) hours of service regulations with respect to property-carrying commercial motor vehicles equipped with sleeper berths shall become enforceable on January 1, 2006. Continues the effectiveness and enforceability until such date of the hours of service regulations in effect as of January 4, 2004, and any compatible state law.

Bill· HRH.R. 3883 (109th)referred

Timber Tax Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 22 September 2005

Timber Tax Act of 2005 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow a tax deduction (available to taxpayers whether or not they itemize deductions) for up to 60% of gains from certain sales or exchanges of timber.

Bill· HRH.R. 3762 (109th)referred

To require higher standards of automobile fuel efficiency in order to reduce the amount of oil used for fuel by automobiles in the United States by 10 percent beginning in 2016, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 14 September 2005

Amends federal transportation law to direct the Secretary of Transportation by regulation to prescribe (corporate) average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for automobiles manufactured after 2008 that ensure that the CAFE achieved by automobiles manufactured after 2015 is at least 33 miles per gallon, and meets other specified criteria. Authorizes the Secretary to establish separate standards for different classes of automobiles according to size. Authorizes the Secretary to establish a CAFE credit trading program to allow a manufacturer that exceeds fuel economy standards to sell credits to another manufacturer.

Bill· HRH.R. 3749 (109th)referred

Gulf State Community Renewal Commission Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 September 2005

Gulf State Community Renewal Commission Act - Establishes the Gulf State Community Renewal Commission to: (1) examine, evaluate, and report on the rebuilding of both urban and rural communities in areas that were affected by Hurricane Katrina; (2) identify actions necessary for rebuilding such communities and neighborhoods; and (3) create rebuilding models and plans. Requires the models and plans to address: (1) transportation needs; (2) economic development and job creation; (3) the tourism industry; (4) housing needs; (5) agriculture development; (6) environmental concerns; and (7) natural disaster mitigation.

Bill· HRH.R. 3737 (109th)referred

Special Inspector General for Hurricane Katrina Recovery Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 September 2005

Special Inspector General for Hurricane Katrina Recovery Act - Establishes the Office of the Special Inspector General for Hurricane Katrina Recovery. Places at the head of such Office a Special Inspector General for Hurricane Katrina Recovery, who shall be appointed by the Secretary of Homeland Security. Provides for the Special Inspector General to report directly to the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense. Requires the Special Inspector General, among other specified duties, to conduct, supervise, and coordinate audits and investigations of the treatment, handling, and expenditure of amounts made available for Hurricane Katrina recovery by the federal government, and of the programs, operations, and contracts carried out utilizing such funds. Instructs the Special Inspector General, within ten days of being appointed, to: (1) open a 24-hour fraud, waste, and abuse hotline; (2) deploy auditors and investigators to the affected Gulf of Mexico region of the United States; (3) announce a strategic plan for oversight; (4) go to the media of that region with antifraud messages; (5) liaise with Hurricane Katrina recovery federal agencies to identify vulnerabilities; and (6) coordinate interagency oversight elements through the creation of a task force. Requires the Special Inspector General to: (1) submit specified quarterly and interim reports summarizing the activities of the Special Inspector General and the Hurricane Katrina recovery activities of the federal government; and (2) publish such reports on the websites of the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense.

Bill· HRH.R. 3628 (109th)referred

Education Begins at Home Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 July 2005

Education Begins at Home Act - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), in collaboration with the Secretary of Education, to: (1) allot grants to states, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations for programs of early childhood home visitation; and (2) make competitive grants to local educational agencies and other eligible applicants for early home visitation for families with English language learners. Directs the Secretary of Defense, in collaboration with the Secretary of Education, to make competitive grants to eligible applicants for early home visitation for military families. Amends the Head Start Act to direct the Secretary of HHS to establish standards for home visitor staff in Early Head Start programs with respect to their training, qualifications, and conduct of home visits. Revises Early Head Start programs to provide for: (1) training in parenting skills and child development; (2) certain home-based and family support services; (3) procedures for transition into Head Start or other local early childhood education programs; (4) staff communication and program coordination; and (5) professional development and personnel enhancement.

Bill· HRH.R. 3514 (109th)reported

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part VI

United States · United States Congress · 28 July 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part VI - Extends, through August 14, 2005, the authorization of appropriations from the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) for: (1) administrative expenses for federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, and transit programs; and (2) the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Prohibits, after August 14, 2005, the obligation of funds for any federal-aid highway program project until enactment of a multiyear law reauthorizing the federal-aid highway program. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to authorize until August 15, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from: (1) the HTF; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund. Repeals upon enactment of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users a provision directing the Secretary of the Air Force to open the airfield at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana.

Bill· HRH.R. 3559 (109th)referred

Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Access Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 28 July 2005

Medicare Durable Medical Equipment Access Act of 2005 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from awarding any contracts under the competitive durable medical equipment items and services acquisition program unless: (1) the quality standards have been implemented; and (2) the Secretary has received advice from the program oversight committee. Requires the Secretary (who currently is authorized), in carrying out competitive acquisition programs, to exempt: (1) rural areas and areas with low population density within urban areas that are not competitive, unless there is a significant national market through mail order for a particular item or service; and (2) items and services for which the application of competitive acquisition is not likely to result in significant savings. Adds to such exemptions smaller metropolitan statistical areas. Modifies requirements for the protection of small suppliers in bidding and contracting. Requires the Secretary to permit suppliers classified as small businesses to continue to participate as suppliers at the selected award price so long as they submit bids at less than the fee schedule amount otherwise applicable to the items and they otherwise comply with applicable program requirements. Provides for appeal rights (currently denied). Requires the Secretary to exempt from competitive acquisition requirements items and services for which the application of competitive acquisition is not likely to result in significant savings of at least 10%. Prohibits the Secretary from implementing a program with respect to an item or service unless the Secretary demonstrates a probability of achieving significant savings of at least 10%, compared to the fee schedule in effect on January 1, 2006, by including the item or service in the program. Prohibits the Secretary from implementing certain requirements for the payment basis for covered items furnished after January 1, 2009, with respect to the application of rates in an area that is not a competitive acquisition area, unless the Secretary has completed and published in the Federal Register a comparability analysis to ensure the application is appropriate. Requires application of the comparability analysis requirement to certain other part B items and services.

Law· HRH.R. 3512 (109th)enacted

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part VI

United States · United States Congress · 28 July 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part VI - Extends, through August 14, 2005, the authorization of appropriations from the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) for: (1) administrative expenses for federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, and transit programs; and (2) the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Prohibits, after August 14, 2005, the obligation of funds for any federal-aid highway program project until enactment of a multiyear law reauthorizing the federal-aid highway program. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to authorize until August 15, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from: (1) the HTF; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund.

Bill· HRH.R. 3427 (109th)referred

Lyme and Tick-borne Disease Prevention, Education, and Research Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 26 July 2005

Lyme and Tick-borne Disease Prevention, Education, and Research Act of 2005 - Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish the Tick-Borne Diseases Advisory Committee. Requires the Committee to advise the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary for Health regarding how officials can: (1) ensure interagency coordination and communication and minimize overlap regarding efforts to address tick-borne diseases; (2) identify opportunities to coordinate efforts with other federal agencies and private organizations addressing such diseases; (3) ensure interagency coordination and communication with constituency groups; (4) ensure that a broad spectrum of scientific viewpoints is represented in public heath policy decisions and that information disseminated to the public and physicians is balanced; and (5) advise relevant federal agencies on priorities related to Lyme and tick-borne diseases. Requires the Secretary, acting through the appropriate federal officials, to provide for the coordination of all federal programs and activities related to Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, including: (1) developing sensitive and accurate diagnostic tools and tests, (2) improving the efficient utilization of diagnostic testing currently available; (3) accurately determining the prevalence of such diseases; (4) evaluating the feasibility of creating a national uniform reporting system; (5) providing and promoting access to a clearinghouse of information on such diseases; (6) increasing public education related to such diseases; (7) creating a physician education program; (8) establishing epidemiological research objectives to determine the long term course of illness for Lyme disease; and (9) determining the effectiveness of different treatment modalities by establishing treatment outcome objectives

Bill· HRH.R. 3396 (109th)referred

Somalia Comprehensive Peace and Economic Recovery Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 21 July 2005

Somalia Comprehensive Peace and Economic Recovery Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the United States should assist the people of Somalia to establish a democratic government that is committed and able to fight terrorism and extremism; (2) the United States should provide training and support to the Transitional National Government of Somalia to fight terrorism and extremism; (3) strengthening civil society and grassroots efforts in Somalia will deny terrorist and extremists groups a fertile recruitment ground; and (4) Somaliland's political future should be resolved through negotiations between the government of Somaliland and the Transitional National Government of Somalia. Declares that war crimes and crimes against humanity have been committed against innocent civilians by warlords in many parts of Somalia, and that the responsible individuals should be held accountable for their actions. Authorizes the President to seek the establishment of an international commission of inquiry to investigate war crimes, crimes against humanity, and other violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in Somalia. Authorizes the President to: (1) support efforts to peacefully resolve the Somalia conflict, as well as to establish a representative form of government in Somalia; and (2) encourage Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (IGAD) mediators to insist on broader participation in the new government of Somalia. Authorizes appropriations for such purposes. Expresses the sense of Congress in support of multilateral efforts to support peace and democracy in Somalia. Directs the President to impose sanctions (visa denial, freezing of assets, withholding of non-humanitarian assistance) if the Transitional National Government of Somalia or any regional authority in Somalia: (1) is not honoring or implementing the peace agreement; (2) is not cooperating in counterterrorism efforts; (3) is not respecting basic human rights and the rule of law; or (4) is engaged in unnecessary conflicts inside Somalia or with its neighbors. Authorizes the President to waive such sanctions for national security purposes. Authorizes the President to provide assistance for local efforts to promote human rights, the rule of law, and democracy in Somalia. Authorizes appropriations for such purposes.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 374 (109th)referred

Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the death of Glenn Hammond Curtiss and supporting the establishment of Glenn Hammond Curtiss Day to recognize his innovative spirit and legacy.

United States · United States Congress · 21 July 2005

Recognizes the historical significance of the 75th anniversary of the death of Glenn Hammond Curtiss. Supports the establishment of Glenn Hammond Curtiss Day to recognize his contributions to motorcycle design and racing, naval aviation, and the American aircraft industry.

Bill· HRH.R. 3330 (109th)referred

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part III

United States · United States Congress · 19 July 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part III - Extends the authorization of appropriations from the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) for administrative expenses for federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, and transit programs through July 21, 2005. Prohibits, after July 21, 2005, the obligation of funds for any federal-aid highway program project until enactment of a multi-year law reauthorizing the federal-aid highway program. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to authorize until July 22, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from: (1) the HTF; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund.

Law· HRH.R. 3332 (109th)enacted

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part III

United States · United States Congress · 19 July 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part III - Extends authorizations out of the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) for federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, and transit programs through July 21, 2005. Prohibits, after July 21, 2005, the obligation of funds for any federal-aid highway program project until enactment of a multi-year law reauthorizing the federal-aid highway program. Amends the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act to extend through July 21, 2005, funding for national outreach and communications programs related to sport fishing and boating safety. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to authorize until July 22, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from: (1) the HTF; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund.

Bill· HJRESH.J.Res. 58 (109th)referred

Proposing a balanced budget amendment the Constitution of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 13 July 2005

Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each House, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each House to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each House by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict.

Bill· HRH.R. 3163 (109th)referred

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to delay for 48 months the deadlines by which States must comply with the election administration requirements of title III of such Act, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 30 June 2005

Amends the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to delay for 48 months the deadlines by which states must comply with election administration requirements, including those concerning provisional voting and voting information. Extends the availability and the period of waiver of deadline for replacement of punch card and lever voting machines.

Law· HRH.R. 3104 (109th)enacted

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part II

United States · United States Congress · 29 June 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005, Part II - Extends federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, and transit programs, and authorizes appropriations, through July 19, 2005. Amends the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act to extend through July 19, 2005, funding for national outreach and communications programs related to sport fishing and boating safety. Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to authorize through July 19, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from the following Accounts: (1) the Highway Trust Fund; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund.

Bill· HRH.R. 3049 (109th)open

Asian Carp Prevention and Control Act

United States · United States Congress · 23 June 2005

Asian Carp Prevention and Control Act - Amends the Lacey Act to add specified species of black, bighead, and silver carp to the list of injurious species that are prohibited from being shipped or imported into the United States.

Bill· HRH.R. 3005 (109th)referred

Pulmonary Hypertension Research Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 21 June 2005

Pulmonary Hypertension Research Act of 2005 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Director of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to expand, intensify, and coordinate the activities of the Institute with respect to research on pulmonary hypertension and to coordinate the Director's activities with related activities of other national research institutes and National Institutes of Health (NIH) agencies. Requires the Director to make grants to, or enter into contracts with, public or nonprofit private entities for the development and operation of centers to conduct research and programs on pulmonary hypertension, including: (1) basic and clinical research into the cause, diagnosis, early detection, prevention, control, and treatment of the disease; (2) training programs for scientists and health professionals; (3) programs to provide information and continuing education to health professionals; and (4) programs for the dissemination of information to the public. Requires the Director to establish: (1) a data system for the collection, storage, analysis, retrieval, and dissemination of data derived from patient populations with pulmonary hypertension; and (2) an information clearinghouse to facilitate and enhance knowledge and understanding of pulmonary hypertension by health professionals, patients, industry, and the public.

Bill· HRH.R. 2952 (109th)open

American Veterans Homeownership Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 16 June 2005

American Veterans Homeownership Act of 2005 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to: (1) revise the definition of qualified veteran for purposes of the veterans' mortgage bond program to include all veterans who served on active duty regardless of date of service; (2) allow veterans to apply for financing under such bond program up to 25 years after the end of their active duty; and (3) revise volume limitations applicable to the issuance of such bonds in certain states.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 179 (109th)referred

Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding bone marrow failure diseases.

United States · United States Congress · 16 June 2005

Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) individuals diagnosed with bone marrow failure diseases and their families should have access to a variety of treatment and counseling options; and (2) such families should be linked to support networks and counseling information serviced provided by nonprofit organizations like the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation. Calls for the federal government to: (1) raise awareness about the importance of early detection of and proper treatment for such diseases; (2) provide adequate funding for research on such diseases; (3) engage in such public health initiatives as surveillance, education, and awareness of such diseases; and (4) continue to consider ways to improve health care services for such diseases.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 317 (109th)referred

Honoring Lao and Hmong veterans and their refugee families and the 30th year of the end of the Indochina conflict in Laos.

United States · United States Congress · 14 June 2005

Honors refugee Lao and Hmong veterans and their families who suffered, sacrificed, and died, along with the armed forces and clandestine forces of the United States, during the Indochina conflict in Laos. Recognizes and deeply appreciates the important and invaluable contributions of Lao- and Hmong-Americans to the people of the United States.

Law· HRH.R. 2872 (109th)enacted

Louis Braille Bicentennial--Braille Literacy Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 June 2005

Louis Braille Bicentennial--Braille Literacy Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $1 coins emblematic of the life and legacy of Louis Braille, whose design: (1) on the obverse shall bear a representation of the image of Louis Braille; and (2) on the reverse shall emphasize Braille literacy and include the word for Braille in Braille code. Authorizes the Secretary to issue such coins only during 2009. Subjects all coin sales to a surcharge of $10 per coin. Requires all surcharges to be promptly paid by the Secretary to the the National Federation of the Blind to further its programs to promote Braille literacy.

Bill· HRH.R. 2858 (109th)referred

Higher Education for Freedom Act

United States · United States Congress · 9 June 2005

Higher Education for Freedom Act - Directs the Secretary of Education to make competitive grants to eligible institutions to prepare elementary, middle, and secondary school history teachers and to strengthen postsecondary programs in fields related to the founding of the United States, free institutions, and Western civilization.

Law· HRH.R. 2808 (109th)enacted

Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 8 June 2005

Abraham Lincoln Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $1 coins emblematic of the life and legacy of President Abraham Lincoln in commemoration of the bicentennial of his birth. Permits issuance of such coins only during 2009. Subjects the coin sales to a surcharge of $10 per coin.

Bill· HRH.R. 2793 (109th)referred

HIPAA Recreational Injury Technical Correction Act

United States · United States Congress · 8 June 2005

HIPAA Recreational Injury Technical Correction Act - Amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code to prohibit a group health plan or health insurance issuer offering group health coverage from denying benefits or coverage otherwise provided under the plan for the treatment of an injury solely because it was sustained while a person was engaged in any particular mode of transportation specified in the plan, consisting of the use of a motorcycle, snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle, or other similar recreational vehicle or horseback riding, unless such mode of transportation or its use was illegal.

Bill· HRH.R. 2637 (109th)referred

Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 25 May 2005

Campus Fire Safety Right-to-Know Act of 2005 - Amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to require each institution participating in any program under the Act to provide to all current students and employees, and to any applicant for enrollment or employment upon request, an annual fire safety report containing specified information about the campus fire safety practices and standards of that institution. Requires such institutions to: (1) record all on-campus fires, including the nature, date, time, and general location of each fire and all false fire alarms; and (2) open such information to public inspection. Requires the institutions to report on such information annually to the campus community in a manner that will aid the prevention of similar occurrences. Requires the institutions to request their fraternities and sororities to collect and report such information for each building and property they own or control. Requires the Secretary of Education to report to Congress on fire safety systems in college and university facilities and on fire safety standards in all such facilities.

Law· HRH.R. 2566 (109th)enacted

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 24 May 2005

Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2005 - Amends the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2003 to extend through June 30, 2005, and in certain circumstances through FY 2004, authorizations for Federal highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other specified Federal-aid highway programs. Amends the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act to extend through June 30, 2005, funding for national outreach and communications programs related to sport fishing and boating safety. Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to authorize until July 1, 2005, expenditures for obligations under the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) from the following Accounts: (1) the Highway Trust Fund; (2) the Mass Transit Account; and (3) the Aquatic Resources Trust Fund. Extends through FY 2006 the taxable period for the excise tax on the use of certain heavy vehicles.

Bill· HRH.R. 2458 (109th)referred

Enumerated Powers Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 May 2005

Enumerated Powers Act - Requires each Act of Congress to contain a concise and definite statement of the constitutional authority relied upon for the enactment of each portion of that Act. Declares that failure to comply with this requirement shall give rise to a point of order in either House of Congress.

Bill· HRH.R. 2426 (109th)referred

SCHOOL Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 18 May 2005

Supportive Communities Helping Offer Opportunities for Learning Act of 2005 - SCHOOL ACT of 2005 - Directs the Secretary of Education to establish the Supportive Communities Helping Offer Opportunities for Learning (SCHOOL) Program. Allows educational scholarships under the SCHOOL Program to be grants to eligible low-income elementary or secondary school students to cover all or part of: (1) private or religious school tuition and fees; (2) the cost of transportation to a public school; or (3) any other school or educational program expenses as the Secretary may determine. Authorizes the Secretary to certify scholarship granting organizations participating in the SCHOOL Program if they meet specified requirements. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an income tax credit for individuals and corporations for their contributions to qualified scholarship granting organizations certified as SCHOOL Program participants.

Bill· HRH.R. 2366 (109th)referred

Troops Phone Home Free Extension Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 May 2005

Troops Phone Home Free Extension Act - Amends the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004, as amended by the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005, respecting the Department of Defense (DOD) telecommunications benefit program to: (1) expand coverage from Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom to any contingency operation (including Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom); (2) revise the deadline from September 30, 2006, through the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense determines that a contingency operation has ended; and (3) include members of the Armed Forces who are hospitalized as a result of wounds or other injuries incurred while serving in direct support of a contingency operation. Defines "contingency operation."

Bill· HRH.R. 2369 (109th)referred

Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 May 2005

Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act - Requires the Secretary concerned to award the Purple Heart to members of the Armed Forces who die in captivity under circumstances not otherwise establishing eligibility for the Purple Heart. Makes this Act effective as to members of the Armed Forces who die on or after December 7, 1941, including those who die prior to enactment.

Bill· HRH.R. 2332 (109th)referred

National Trails System Willing Seller Act

United States · United States Congress · 12 May 2005

National Trails System Willing Seller Act - Amends the National Trails System Act to: (1) prohibit the Government acquisition of lands outside the exterior boundaries of any federally administered area, except with the owner's consent, for the Oregon, Mormon Pioneer, Lewis and Clark, Iditarod, and Nez Perce National Historic Trails and the Continental Divide, North Country, Ice Age, and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trails; and (2) provide that the Government's authority to acquire fee title shall be limited to an average of not more than one-quarter mile on either side of such national historic trails and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.

Bill· HRH.R. 2231 (109th)open

Breast Cancer and Environmental Research Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 10 May 2005

Breast Cancer and Environmental Research Act of 2005 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Director of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to make grants to public or nonprofit private entities for the development and operation of not more than eight centers to conduct multidisciplinary and multi-institutional research on environmental factors that may be related to the etiology of breast cancer. Requires each such center to: (1) be known as a Breast Cancer and Environmental Research Center of Excellence; (2) establish ongoing collaborations with community organizations; (3) be formed from a consortium of cooperating institutions; (4) be supported under this Act for a period of not more than five years with additional periods allowed after review and recommendation; and (5) use innovative approaches to study unexplored areas of the environment and breast cancer. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a Breast Cancer and Environmental Research Panel to make recommendations for and to review grants awarded under this Act.

Bill· HRH.R. 2129 (109th)referred

Great Lakes Environmental Protection and Restoration Programs Reauthorization Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 May 2005

Great Lakes Environmental Protection and Restoration Programs Reauthorization Act - Amends the Water Resources Development Acts of 2000, 1990, and 1996, respectively, to reauthorize appropriations for: (1) Great Lakes fishery and ecosystem restoration; (2) Great Lakes remedial action plans and sediment remediation projects; and (3) the development of a tributary sediment transport model for the Great Lakes. Reauthorizes appropriations under: (1) the Food Security Act of 1985 for the Great Lakes basin program for soil erosion and sediment control; (2) the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain Act of 2002 for research and development; and (3) the Federal Water Pollution Control Act for the Great Lakes National Program Office. Directs such Office and the Great Lakes Research Office to submit the joint research plan to the Executive Committee of the Regional Collaboration. Authorizes appropriations for: (1) the Great Lakes Coordination Office; (2) research on fisheries and ecosystems in the Lower Great Lakes; and (3) the Director of the U.S. Geological Survey, for use by the Great Lakes Science Center. Reauthorizes national programs for the prevention, reduction, and elimination of pollution and authorizes the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in carrying out such programs, to provide technical assistance to rural and small municipalities to help in planning, developing, and acquiring financing for wastewater infrastructure assistance. Extends the payment period for water pollution control revolving loan funds. Authorizes a State to provide additional subsidization to benefit a municipality that meets specified requirements. Codifies: (1) the Great Lakes Interagency Task Force within EPA (as originally established by Executive Order 13340); and (2) the Framework for the Great Lakes Regional Collaboration.

Bill· HRH.R. 2103 (109th)referred

Kristen's Act Reauthorization of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 4 May 2005

Kristen's Act Reauthorization of 2005 - Directs the Attorney General, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance, to make grants to public agencies and/or nonprofit private organizations to: (1) maintain a national resource center and information clearinghouse for missing and unidentified adults; (2) maintain a national, interconnected database for tracking missing adults who are determined by law enforcement to be endangered due to age, diminished mental capacity, or the circumstances of disappearance, when foul play is suspected or circumstances are unknown; (3) coordinate public and private programs that locate or recover missing adults or reunite missing adults with their families; (4) provide assistance and training to law enforcement agencies, State and local governments, elements of the criminal justice system, nonprofit organizations, and individuals in the prevention, investigation, prosecution, and treatment of cases involving missing adults; (5) provide assistance to families in locating and recovering missing adults; and (6) assist in public notification and victim advocacy related to missing adults. Directs the Attorney General, through the Director, to: (1) coordinate Government-funded programs relating to missing adults; and (2) provide the public agencies or nonprofit private organizations receiving grants to maintain a national resource center and information clearinghouse for missing and unidentified adults with access to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Crime Information Center.

Bill· HRH.R. 2048 (109th)open

Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 3 May 2005

Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act of 2005 - Requires a manufacturer of a motor vehicle sold or introduced into commerce in the United States to disclose to the vehicle owner or to a repair facility of the motor vehicle owner's choosing the information necessary to diagnose, service, or repair the vehicle. Sets forth protections for trade secrets. Instructs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prescribe a uniform methodology for manufacturer disclosure in writing and on the Internet. Prohibits the FTC from prescribing rules that interfere with the authority of the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding motor vehicle emissions control diagnostics systems. States that manufacturer noncompliance with this Act constitutes an unfair method of competition and an unfair or deceptive act or practice affecting commerce within the purview of the Federal Trade Commission Act.

Bill· HRH.R. 2045 (109th)open

Farming Flexibility Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 3 May 2005

Farming Flexibility Act of 2005 - Amends the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, with respect to direct and counter-cyclical payments, to: (1) permit a producer to reduce a covered commodity base acreage by electing to plant such acres with fruits or vegetables for processing; (2) require such election to be made annually; and (3) provide that if a farm's base acreage is recalculated, such fruit or vegetable production shall be considered the same as the planning, prevented planting, or production of the covered commodity.

Law· HRH.R. 1973 (109th)enacted

Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 28 April 2005

Water for the Poor Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress with respect to U.S. water and sanitation assistance programs. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to furnish assistance for programs in developing countries to provide affordable and equitable access to safe water and sanitation. Directs the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to develop a strategy to further the U.S. foreign assistance objective of providing affordable and equitable access to safe water and sanitation in developing countries.