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Sen. Butler, Laphonza R. [D-CA]

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341 records where Sen. Butler, Laphonza R. [D-CA] is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 856 (118th)referred

A resolution recognizing the month of October 2024 as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2024

This resolution recognizes the celebration of Filipino American History Month in October 2024 as (1) a testament to the advancement of Filipino Americans, and (2) a time to renew efforts toward researching and examining the history of Filipino Americans to give all people of the United States an opportunity to learn about their contributions.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 845 (118th)referred

A resolution expressing support for the recognition of September 23, 2024, to September 29, 2024, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

United States · United States Congress · 24 September 2024

This resolution recognizes the 17th anniversary of the establishment of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions and expresses support for the designation of Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 822 (118th)referred

A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".

United States · United States Congress · 17 September 2024

This resolution designates September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month, encourages people to uphold the right to vote, encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation, recommends the development of a curriculum in public schools and universities regarding voting, expresses appreciation for the U.S. Postal Service having issued a special Representative John R. Lewis stamp, and invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 823 (118th)passed

A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 17 September 2024

This resolution recognizes (1) the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15-October 15, 2024; and (2) the integral role of Latinos and their manifold heritage in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States.

Bill· SS. 5012 (118th)open

Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 10 September 2024

Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program Amendment Act of 2024 This bill establishes an interest-bearing account for the nonfederal contributions for the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Conservation Program, a cooperative effort between federal and nonfederal entities in Arizona, California, and Nevada. The program works to recover multiple species listed under the Endangered Species Act.

Bill· SS. 4973 (118th)open

No Kings Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

Bill· SS. 4988 (118th)referred

Defenders of Bataan, Corregidor, and Attu Congressional Gold Medal Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

Defenders of Bataan, Corregidor, and Attu Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the collective award of a Congressional Gold Medal to the individuals who fought for or with the United States to defend Bataan, Corregidor, Attu, and other places in the Pacific theater (i.e., Shanghai, the Central Pacific Area, the Southwest Pacific Area, and the Aleutian Islands), and to the impacted Saskinax̂ people in recognition of their personal sacrifice and service during World War II.

Bill· SS. 4899 (118th)referred

HEIRS Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 31 July 2024

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 781 (118th)passed

A resolution supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.

United States · United States Congress · 30 July 2024

This resolution applauds the athletes and coaches of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams and the families who support them. It also commends the governments of France and Paris for their efforts to provide a safe and secure environment for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The resolution commits to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the fans attending and athletes competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 773 (118th)referred

A resolution supporting the ideals of Bump Day to ensure, through advocacy, awareness, and action, that every mom, regardless of where she lives, the color of her skin, or her ability to pay, gets the care she needs to deliver a safe pregnancy and birth, and a healthy future for herself and the baby she loves.

United States · United States Congress · 25 July 2024

This resolution recognizes the goals of Bump Day to raise awareness about the need for improving maternal healthcare in the United States.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 744 (118th)referred

A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2024, as "Stonewall Day".

United States · United States Congress · 20 June 2024

This resolution supports the designation of June 28, 2024, as Stonewall Day to commemorate the significance of the grand opening of the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center. It also supports equal rights and protections for all people, including LGBTQIA+ people.

Bill· SS. 4619 (118th)referred

Stop Comstock Act

United States · United States Congress · 20 June 2024

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 749 (118th)referred

A resolution recognizing June 2024, as "LGBTQ Pride Month".

United States · United States Congress · 20 June 2024

This resolution expresses support for the rights, freedoms, and equal treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals. The resolution r ecognizes that LGBTQ rights are human rights and protected by the laws of the United States and international treaties. Additionally, the resolution encourages the celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month in June.

Bill· SS. 4569 (118th)open

TAKE IT DOWN Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 June 2024

Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act or the TAKE IT DOWN Act This bill generally prohibits the online publication of intimate visual depictions of individuals, both authentic and computer-generated, and requires covered online platforms to promptly remove such depictions upon notice of their existence.  Specifically, the bill prohibits the online publication of intimate visual depictions of an adult subject where publication is intended to cause or does cause harm to the subject, and where the depiction was created without the subject’s consent or, in the case of an authentic depiction, was created or obtained under circumstances where the adult had a reasonable expectation of privacy; or a minor subject where publication is intended to abuse or harass the minor or to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person.  Violators are subject to criminal penalties including mandatory restitution and prison, a fine, or both. Threats to publish intimate visual depictions of a subject are similarly prohibited under the bill and subject to criminal penalties.  Separately, covered online platforms must establish a mechanism through which subjects of intimate visual depictions may notify the platform of the existence of, and request removal of, an intimate visual depiction including the subject that was published without the subject’s consent. Covered online platforms must remove such depictions within 48 hours of notification. Under the bill, covered online platforms are defined as public websites, online services, or applications that primarily provide a forum for user-generated content.