United States · United States Congress · 26 October 1973
Independent Special Prosecutor Act - Directs the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia to appoint a Special Prosecutor who shall have the duties and powers prescribed in this Act. Authorizes the Chief Judge to appoint a Deputy Special Prosecutor, to assist the Special Prosecutor in the performance of his duties and who, in the event of the disability of the Special Prosecutor or vacancy in the office of Special Prosecutor, shall temporarily become Special Prosecutor until the Chief Judge appoints a Special Prosecutor. Authorizes the Special Prosecutor to have exclusive jurisdiction, to investigate, as he deems appropriate, and prosecute against and in the name of the United States: (1) offenses arising out of the unauthorized entry into Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate; (2) other offenses arising out of the 1972 Presidential election; (3) offenses alleged to have been committed by the President, Presidential appointees, or members of the White House staff; (4) all other matters referred to the former Special Prosecutor pursuant to regulations of the Attorney General; and (5) offenses relating to or arising out of any such matters. Empowers the Special Prosecutor with authority with respect to specified matters set forth in this Act; including (1) to determine whether or not to contest the assertion of Executive Privilege or any other testimonial privilege; and (2) to receive appropriate national security clearance and review all evidence sought to be withheld on grounds of national security and if necessary contest in court any claim of privilege or attempt to withhold evidence on grounds of national security. Provides that all investigations, prosecutions, litigation and grand jury or other proceedings initiated by the former Special Prosecutor shall be continued, as the Special Prosecutor deems appropriate, by him, and he shall become successor counsel for the United States in all such proceedings, notwithstanding any substitution of counsel made after October 20, 1973. States that the Special Prosecutor shall carry out his duties under this Act within two years, except as necessary to complete trial or appellate action on indictments then pending. Empowers the Chief Judge to dismiss the Special Prosecutor or the Deputy Special Prosecutor if he determines they have willfully violated the provisions of this Act or committed other extraordinary improprieties, and for no other reason. Provides that the Special Prosecutor solely shall exercise the powers and perform the duties specified in this Act and that neither the Chief Judge or the President of the United States, nor any other officer of the United States shall have any authority to direct, countermand, or interfere with any action taken by the Special Prosecutor pursuant to this Act. Provides that neither the President of the United States, nor any other officer of the United States, shall have any authority to remove the Special Prosecutor from office. Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 23 October 1973
Establishes an independent Office of the Special Prosecutor for the purpose of investigating possible violations of Federal law occurring in connection with the 1972 Presidential primaries and general election and any campaign, canvass, or other activity related to such election. Provides that the Office shall be headed by a Special Prosecutor to be appointed by the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Directs the Special Prosecutor to conduct all investigations, prosecutions, and civil actions on behalf of the United States to enforce all provisions of Federal law violated by any person in connection with the Presidential primaries and general election of 1972, and any other activity related to such election. Vests the Special Prosecutor with all of the powers and duties of the Attorney General of the United States and of the United States attorney in any judicial district of the United States in which legal proceedings are or may be brought pursuant to this Act. Directs the Attorney General to: (1) permit the Special Prosecutor to utilize the personnel, facilities, and other resources of the Department of Justice; and (2) cooperate with the Special Prosecutor. Provides that the Office shall remain in existence until the Special Prosecutor certifies to the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia that all investigations and prosecutions conducted pursuant to this Act have been completed. Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act. Provides that such funds shall remain available, without fiscal year limitation, until expended.
United States · United States Congress · 18 October 1973
Makes it the sense of the Senate that the announced policy of the United States Government to maintain Israel's deterrent strength be implemented by continuing to transfer to Israel, by whatsoever means necessary, Phantom aircraft and other equipment in the quantities needed by Israel to repel the aggressors.
United States · United States Congress · 11 October 1973
Provides that any nomination submitted to Congress by the President under the twenty-fifty article of amendment to the Constitution, to fill a vacancy in the office of Vice President, shall be considered by the Senate and shall not be referred to any committee of the Senate. Declares that the consideration of any such nomination shall be a privileged matter.
United States · United States Congress · 4 October 1973
Expresses the gratitude and respect of the Congress to Vietnam veterans on Veterans Day 1973 for their gallant part in attaining peace in Vietnam and making it possible to observe Veterans Day 1973 in peace.
United States · United States Congress · 3 October 1973
Social Services Amendments - Outlines the objectives to be achieved under this Act, including: (1) the goal of self-support; (2) the goal of family care or self-care; (3) the goal of community-based care; and (4) the institional care goal. Provides, under the Social Security Act, for maximum freedom for each State to determine which services will make available, the persons eligible for such services, the manner in which such services are provided, and any limitations on the receipt of such services. Requires that social services to be offered at the option of the States to all elibible persons shall include: (1) day care services for children; (2) day care services for children with special needs; (3) service for children in foster care; (4) protective services for children; (5) family planning services; (6) protective services for adults; (7) services for adults in foster care; (8) homemaker services for individuals in their own homes; (9) chore services; (10) home delivered or congregate meals; (11) day care services for adults; (12) health related services; (13) home management and other functional education services; (14) housing improvement services; (15) a full range of legal services; (16) transportation services necessary to travel to and from community facilities or resources for receipt of services; (17) educational and training services; (18) employment services; (19) information, referral, and determination of eligibility and the need for services, without regard to individual eligibility criteria; (20) special services for the mentally retarded, or special adaptations of generic services; (21) special services for the blind; (22) services for alcoholism and drug addiction; (23) special services for the emotionally disturbed as defined by the State; (24) special services for the physically handicapped as defined by the State; and (25) any other proposed services at the request of a State. Provides that States are entitled to Federal financial participation for the delivery of mandatory and optional social services under the State plan to the extent of the appropriations allocated by the Congress. Requires that State plans submitted with respect to the services program shall contain provision for a fair hearing, under which applicants and recipients may appeal exclusion from a service program. Provides that State plans shall provide for the establishment of a Social Services Advisory Committee.
United States · United States Congress · 3 October 1973
Provides, under the Water Pollution Control Act Amendments, that grants for construction of treatment works shall be available to projects (1) initiated after January 1, 1973 and (2) not receiving Federal support to the same extent that they would otherwise have been provided.
United States · United States Congress · 2 October 1973
Catastrophic Health Insurance and Medical Assistance Reform Act - Title I: Catastrophic Illness Insurance - Establishes a Catastrophic Health Insurance Program under the Social Security Act. Sets forth the eligibility criteria for indviduals. Provides that every individual who: (A) is fully insured or otherwise entitled to monthly insurance benefits under title II of such Act; (B) is the wife, husband, widow, or widower, or dependent child of an individual who is fully insured or otherwise entitled to monthly insurance benefits; and (C) has appropriately applied therefor, shall be entitled to castastrophic health insurance benefits. Delimits the scope of benefits. Includes therein hospital insurance benefits (hospital, post-hospital, home health, outpatient physical therapy and medical and other health services) and medical insurance benefits (medical and other health services and emergency hospital services). Sets forth the terms and conditions for payment, deductibles and coinsurance. Directs that a payment shall be made from the Federal Catastrophic Health Insurance Trust Fund to an eligible individual equal to the reasonable cost of services covered by this Act which are furnished after the 60th day of inpatient hospital services, reduced by a coinsurance amount equal to one-fourth of the inpatient hospital deductible as determined by title XVIII of this Act. Enumerates such reductions as they apply to other types of hospital insurance benefits. Provides for a general deductible from: (a) the reasonable costs of inpatient hospital services past the 60th day; and (b) inpatient hospital benefits of the higher of the following: (1) $2,000, or (2) $2,000 adjusted by the Consumer Price Index to reflect changes in fees for physician services (in $50 increments). Provides for State agreements for coverage of annuitants and members of retirement systems and their dependents and survivors in order to extend the benefits of this Act to such individuals. Creates, in the United States Treasury, a "Federal Catastrophic Health Insurance Trust Fund" to provide a reserve for payment of benefits authorized by this Act. Imposes a tax for catastrophic health insurance protection under the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, on the self-employment income of every individual and other individuals income in the following amounts for the calendar years indicated: (a) 0.30 percent of income for 1974, 1975, and 1976; (b) 0.35 percent of income for 1977 through 1981; and (c) 0.40 percent of income for each year thereafter. Imposes similarly, an excise tax on employers on the amount of wages paid by the employer in the same percentages for the respective years indicated above. Title II: Medical Assistance Plan for Low-Income People - Provides, for low-income individuals and families, assistance toward the costs of necessary hospital, skilled nursing facility, medical, and other health care services. Guarantees free choice by patients of health services from any person, institution, or agency qualified under this Act. Permits individuals the option of obtaining other health insurance protection. Describes the medical assistance plan, what individuals are eligible to receive its health benefits, and the application procedure. Enumerates the scope of benefits under the plan, including: (1) 60 days of inpatient hospital services; (2) skilled nursing facility services; and (3) home health services. Prescribes the co-payment requirements and procedures of persons eligible for benefits. Makes special provisions relating to Medicade eligibles and the circumstances under which such persons are eligible for health benefits under this title. Authorizes the Secretary to require consolidation of facilities of carriers and intermediaries in geographic regions with minimum size populations of persons covered under this title. Creates the Medical Coverage Trust Fund to consist of gifts and bequests and held by a Board of Trustees. Makes provisions for State constitutions to the Fund. Sets forth the definitions of terms used in this title, including the meaning of "income," "health care expenses," and "inpatient hospital services." Prohibits exclusion by employers of specified employees from coverage under group health insurance plans. Title III: Private Basic Health Insurance Certification Program - States that any insurer may provide any health insurance policy to the Secretary for his examination and certification. Sets forth the standards under which the Secretary shall not certify any such insurance policy.
United States · United States Congress · 1 October 1973
Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act - Declares the policies of Congress. Establishes in the Executive Office of the President an agency to be known as the Office of Federal Procurement Policy. Directs the Administrator of such Office to provide overall guidance and direction of procurement policy, and to the extent he considers appropriate, to prescribe policies and regulations which shall be followed by executive agencies in the area of procurement. States that the functions of the Administrator shall include the following: (1) establishing a system of government wide, coordinated, uniform procurement regulations; (2) establishing criteria and procedures for an effective method of soliciting the viewpoints of interested parties in the development of procurement policies; and (3) monitoring and revising as necessary policies and regulations concerning reliance on the private sector to provide needed goods and services. Sets forth the administrative powers of the Administrator. Directs the Administrator to submit a report to Congress annually, and at such other times as may be necessary, with recommendations for amendment or repeal of existing laws or adoption of new laws. Provides that neither the administrator nor employees of the Office may refuse to testify before or submit information to Congress or any duly authorized committees thereof. Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. Directs the Administrator to undertake a study to determine the feasibility of providing overall guidance for Federal assistance programs. Makes technical and conforming amendments to specified Acts.
United States · United States Congress · 1 October 1973
Names structure S-5A of the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District located in Palm Beach County, Florida, as the "W. Turner Wallis Pumping Station."
United States · United States Congress · 28 September 1973
Technology Resources Survey and Application Act - Declares the findings of Congress. Establishes, under the National Aeronautics and Space Act, the National Technology Resources Council in the Executive Office of the President. Specifies the membership composition of such Council. Makes it the function of the Council to prepare a technology resources survey and to advise and assist the President with respect to other technology resource matters. Directs the Council to prepare and transmit to the President and Congress a technology resources survey identifying the existing scientific, engineering and technologucal activities, capabilities, which each might be used to practical advantage in the resolution of the nation's critical domestic problems. Enumerates the items to be included in such survey. Authorizes the Council to exercise specified administrative powers. Directs the Administrator, through the Office of Technology Application to: (1) upon request, furnish technical assistance to the Council; (2) upon direction of the Council, accept responsibility for specific domestic problems and (3) utilize aerospace firm and other scientific organizations in the private sector to assist in developing scientific strategies for the resolution of critical domestic problems. Authorizes to be appropriated to the National Technology Resources Council $10,000,000 for fiscal year 1974 and fiscal year 1975. Authorizes to be appropriated to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration $200,000,000 for fiscal year 1975.
United States · United States Congress · 26 September 1973
Provides that any regulations published or promulgated by the Environmental Protection Agency for grants for the construction of treatment works under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, prior to the date of enactment of this joint resolution are hereby set aside and are declared to be of no legal effect and no moneys appropriated shall be distributed in accordance with such regulations. Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, within thirty days after enactment of this joint resolution, to publish and submit to the Congress regulations for grants for the construction of treatment works so as to effect an equitable allocation of appropriated funds among all qualified projects on which construction was initiated after June 20, 1966, but before July 1, 1972. Within thirty days of congressional session following the receipt of such regulations. Authorizes the Committee on Public Works of either House to report a resolution of disapproval of such regulations. Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, at the time such regulations are submitted to the Congress, to notify each State.
United States · United States Congress · 25 September 1973
Directs the Comptroller General, under the Accounting and Auditing Act, to make an audit for each fiscal year of: (1) the Federal Reserve Board, banks and branches; (2) the Internal Revenue Service; (3) the Comptroller of the Currency; and (4) the Office of Alien Property. Sets forth the procedure to be followed for such audits. (Adds 31 U.S.C. 67(d)(1))
United States · United States Congress · 20 September 1973
Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to undertake public works for the prevention, abatement, and control of water pollution. Grants priority to those projects which refelct the most favorable ratio of environmental benefits to costs.
United States · United States Congress · 18 September 1973
Congressional Rights to Information Act - Provides, under the Legislative Reorganization Act, that every Federal agency shall keep each joint committee of the Congress or standing committee of either House of Congress fully and currently informed with respect to all matters relating to that agency which are within the jurisdiction of such joint committee or standing committee. Requires a Federal agency, on request of a joint committee of the Congress or of a standing committee of either House of Congress, or two-fifths of its Members, to submit any information requested of it relating to any matter within the jurisdiction of the joint committee or standing committee. States that when an officer or employee of the United States is summoned to testify or to produce information, before either House of Congress, or a joint committee of Congress, or a standing committee of either House, that officer or employee shall appear at the time and place specified and shall answer all questions propounded to him, or produce all information, unless in the case of an officer or employee of a Federal agency in the Executive Branch, either between the date of the summons and the date of the appearance or, in the case of any such information which was first requested at an appearance within five days after that appearance, the President formally and expressly instructs the officer or employee in writing to withhold the information requested, in which event such Presidential instruction shall set forth the grounds on which it is based. Provides that if it is determined that the Presidential instruction is without foundation in law, the officer or employee shall be ordered to appear before the House of Congress, joint committee, or standing committee and to provide the information requested. Sets forth the procedures to be followed if there is a failure to comply with this Act, including introduction of a resolution or concurrent resolution citing such failure. Prescribes the procedure for motions to proceed to the consideration of the resolution or concurrent resolution, motions to postpone and appeals from the decisions of the Chair relating to application of rules to the procedures. States that if a House of Congress adopts a resolution, or if the two Houses adopt a concurrent resolution, citing an officer or employee of the United States for failure to comply with the provisions of this Act, no payment shall be made from the Treasury of the United States to such officer or employee, or to any other officer or employee who has supervision or control of the official conduct of such officer or employee, for services rendered after the tenth day after the date on which such resolution or concurrent resolution is adopted, unless or until such officer of employee complies with the provisions of such section or with such order. Provides for judicial review in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia requesting relief, on the grounds that the determination made by the House of Congress, the joint committee, or the standing committee was invalid because: (1) there was no failure to comply; or (2) failure to comply was proper and justified. States that each House of Congress and the standing committees and the joint committees shall take appropriate measures to insure the confidentiality of any information which requires protection against disclosure which would endanger personal privacy or the conduct of the national defense, foreign policy, or law enforcement activities.
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1973
Rape Prevention and Control Act - Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to establish, within the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Center for the Control and Prevention of Rape. Requires the Secretary, acting through the Center, to conduct a continuing study and investigation of specified areas, including: (1) the effectiveness of existing Federal, State and local laws dealing with rape; (2) the relationship, if any, between traditional legal and social attitudes toward sexual roles, the act of rape, and the formulation of laws dealing with rape; (3) the treatment of the victims of rape by law enforcement agencies, hospitals, or other medical institutions, prosecutors, and the courts; (4) the causes of rape; and (5) sexual assaults in correctional institutions. Provides that the Center shall compile and publish annually a summary of its findings. Directs the Center to develop an information clearinghouse with regard to enumerated materials regarding rape and rehabilitation of offenders. Authorizes appropriations of such sums as may be necessary for carrying out the purposes of this Act. Provides that the Secretary, through the National Center for the Control and Prevention of Rape, shall make grants to community mental health centers, nonprofit private organizations, and public agencies for the purpose of conducting research and demonstration projects concerning the control and prevention of rape. Authorizes appropriations for such purposes. Requires the Secretary to establish an advisory committee to advise, consult with, and make recommendations to him on matters relating to rape prevention and control.
United States · United States Congress · 10 September 1973
States that the increases in the monthly benefits and lump-sum death payments under title II of the Social Security Act shall be increased by 7 percent beginning January 1974 (presently increased by the percentage by which the Consumer Price Index for June 1973 exceeds that for June 1972, beginning April 1974).
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1973
Provides, under title II (Old-Age, Survivors', and Disability Insurance) of the Social Security Act, that persons who are blind and have at least six quarters of coverage shall be eligible for disability insurance benefits. Outlines those regulations which apply to the amount of benefits to be received. Defines blindness as used in this Act. Continues payment of such benefits as long as the blindness lasts, notwithstanding the amount of the individuals' earnings.
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1973
Declares that the United States Senate does hereby congratulate and felicitate the distinguished Senator from Mississippi, the Honorable John C. Stennis, on his birthday and expresses the wish that he will enjoy many other such anniversaries in the future. Declares that members of the Senate greatly miss the distinguished Senator and wish for him an early return to the Senate Chamber and to his duties in the Senate. Directs that a copy of this Resolution be spread upon the Journal of the Senate and a copy furnished to Mr. Stennis.
United States · United States Congress · 11 July 1973
Increases to $3,600 the annual amount which individuals may earn under title II (Old-Age, Survivors' and Disability Insurance) of the Social Security Act without suffering deductions from benefits on account of excess earnings.
United States · United States Congress · 11 July 1973
Establishes a system for the scheduling of committee meetings to be known as the Senatorial Scheduling System. Requires the System to keep an easily accessible record of all committee and subcommittee meetings.
United States · United States Congress · 10 July 1973
Provides for the annual authorization of appropriations to the United States Postal Service. Requires such Service to keep the appropriate Senate and House committees on Post Office and Civil Service fully and currently informed with respect to all activities and responsibilities within the jurisdiction of such committees.
United States · United States Congress · 27 June 1973
Requires that all political contributions of money in excess of $50 to or for the benefit of candidates to Federal office be made by bank check drawn on the account of the person making the contribution, or be accompanied by the name, address, and social security number of the contributor. (Adds 18 U.S.C. 614)
United States · United States Congress · 27 June 1973
Authorizes the President, under the Foreign Assistance Act, to make loans in response to efforts in developing countries to address the problems of the poorest people. Places emphasis on programs of health, nutrition, education, family planning and small farm agriculture. Specifies that the host country must: (1) finance 20 percent of the project cost; (2) seek other financial sources within three years; and (3) not link one project to another. Authorizes such loans in connection with: (1) the Development Loan Fund; (2) technical cooperation and development grants; and (3) the Alliance for Progress. Expresses the belief of Congress that foreign aid funds could be utilized more effectively by developing program purposes, set forth in measurable terms, and by strengthening program management practices. Directs the President to establish a management system setting forth final program objectives and goals for each country to which program resources are directed.
United States · United States Congress · 26 June 1973
National Tay-Sachs Disease Screening and Counseling Act - Provides that it is the purpose of this Act to establish a national program, under the Public Health Service Act, for voluntary Tay-Sachs disease screening and counseling. Authorizes appropriations of $2,500,000 for fiscal year 1974 for the making of grants to public and nonprofit entities to establish and operate such screening programs. Sets forth the procedure for applications for and administration of such grants.
United States · United States Congress · 22 June 1973
Authorizes supplemental expenditures for the Committee on Government Operations. Provides that, from the date this resolution is agreed to through February 28, 1974, not to exceed $89,620.00 shall be available for a study or investigation of Government procurement practices (including a review of recommendations submitted to Congress by the Commission on Government Procurement), of which amount not to exceed $15,000 may be expended for the procurement of individual consultants or organizations thereof.
United States · United States Congress · 21 June 1973
Accounting and Auditing Act - Title I: Enforcement of Decisions and Settlements - Authorizes the Comptroller General to bring a suit for declaratory and injunctive relief when he has reasonable cause to believe that any official of the executive branch is about to expend, obligate, or authorize the expenditure or obligation of public funds in an illegal or erroneous manner. Directs the Comptroller General to institute a civil action for such relief in the District Court for the District of Columbia. Title II: Subpena Power - Authorizes the Comptroller General to sign and issue subpenas requiring the production of negotiated contract and subcontract records and records of other non-Federal persons or organizations to which he has a right of access by law or agreement. Title III: Budget, Fiscal, and Program Information for the Congress - Directs the Comptroller General to: (1) conduct a continuing program to ascertain congressional needs for budgetary, fiscal, and program information; (2) assist congressional committees in developing specifications for legislative requirements for executive branch evaluations of Federal programs and reports thereon to Congress; and (3) monitor reporting requirements of Congress and congressional committees, and recommend improvements to enhance their usefulness and to eliminate duplicate or unnecessary reporting. Title IV: Access to Records - Requires each recipient of Federal assistance pursuant to grants or contracts to keep such financial disclosure records as the head of the executive department or agency involved shall prescribe. Entitles such head and the Comptroller General, until 3 years after the completion of the project, access for the purpose of audit and examination to any documents or reports related to the grants or contracts. Permits a civil action by the Comptroller General to obtain records sought under this title, but limits such relief to a declaratory judgment. Provides, following a final judgment, for a suspension of appropriations to the bureau, office, or unit of the pertinent department or establishment until the information is made available to the General Accounting Office. Sets forth provisions allowing either House to prohibit such suspension of appropriations by passage of a resolution. Title V: General Accounting Office Buildings - Permits the Comptroller General to exercise control over the General Accounting Office Building, to sublet space therin to other agencies, and to lease additional space for the use of the GAO in the District of Columbia and elsewhere. Title VI: Profits Study - Authorizes the Comptroller General to make selective studies of the profits of major Government contractors for the purpose of comparing profits from government business with those from commercial sources and ascertaining whether proper allocation of costs are made to government business. Permits the Comptroller General to audit and inspect any books or records necessary for his calculations. Title VII: Statistical Sampling Procedures in the Examination of Vouchers - Authorizes the Comptroller General to prescribe limitations upon the amount of disbursement vouchers subject to administrative preaudit by statistical sampling techniques. Requires him to include in his reviews of accounting systems an evaluation of such procedures. Title VIII: Audit of Transportation Payments - Vests primary responsibility for audit of transportation bills and recovery of overcharges in one or more executive agencies designated by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget-rather than the GAO-subject to standards promulgated jointly by the Secretary of the Treasury and the Comptroller General. Directs the GAO audit to conform to the audit procedures applicable generally to Government activities. Title IX: Audit of Nonappropriated Fund Activities - Provides for audit and review by GAO of nonappropriated funds and related activities within the executive branch. Title X: Employment of Experts and Consultants - Authorizes the Comptroller General to employ 10 experts and to obtain consultant services to assist him in carrying out his duties. Title XI: Audits of Government Corporations - Changes from 1 to 3 years the frequency requirements for GAO audits of wholly owned and mixed ownership Government corporations, and the making of reports to the Congress on such audits. Modifies audit requirements with respect to certain other Government entities. Title XII: Revision of Annual Audit Requirements - Eliminates requirements for annual GAO audits of specified revolving funds, and makes the frequency of such audits subject to the discretion of the Comptroller General.
United States · United States Congress · 19 June 1973
States that, for purposes of eligibility for disability insurance benefits under title II of the Social Security Act (Old-Age, Survivors', and Disability Insurance), an individual who is engaged in any gainful activity shall not be regarded as being able to engage in any substantial gainful activity (and thus excluded from coverage), unless such individual is compensated for such activity at a rate in excess of $140 per month.
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 1973
Authorizes Florida Indian River grapefruit marketing orders under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937, which provides for an assessment against handlers for the purpose of financing a marketing promotion program. Provides for a credit against such assessment in the case of handlers who expend directly for marketing promotion. (Amends 7 U.S.C. 608c(6)(I))
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 1973
Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of law (including the laws of any State), no citizen of the United States who is otherwise qualified to vote in a Federal election shall be denied the right to register and vote in any such election solely because he has been convicted of a Federal offense in any court of the United States, if he has, in connection with any sentence imposed on him by reason of such conviction, satisfied any fine, completed any period of incarceration, and successfully completed any probation or parole period, resulting therefrom, or has been pardoned with respect to such conviction. States that notwithstanding any other provision of law (including the law of any State), no citizen of the United States who is otherwise qualified shall be denied the privilege or right to hold (whether by election or appointment) any Federal office of honor, trust, or profit under the United States, to serve as a juror on any Federal grand jury or in any Federal court, to appear and give testimony in any Federal court or in connection with any other Federal proceeding, to obtain and utilize a license or other paper, document, or item necessary to operate a motor vehicle, to contract, or to obtain and hold Federal employment, solely because he has been convicted of a Federal offense in any court of the United States, if he has, in connection with any sentence imposed on him by reason of such conviction, satisfied any fine, completed any period of incarceration, and successfully completed any probation or parole period, resulting therefrom, or has been pardoned with respect to such conviction. Provides that whoever shall deprive or attempt to deprive any person of any right or privilege secured by this Act shall be fined not more than $5,000, or imprisoned not more than five years, or both.
United States · United States Congress · 31 May 1973
Provides that Federal agencies keep standing congressional committees fully and currently informed of matters relating to that agency which are within the jurisdiction of such committee.
United States · United States Congress · 30 May 1973
Authorizes the President to call a White House Conference on the Handicapped within two years of enactment in order to develop recommendations for further research and action in the field of the handicapped, and to further the policies set forth in this joint resolution. Provides that such conference shall be planned and conducted under the direction of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare with the cooperation and assistance of such other Federal departments and agencies, including the assignment of personnel, as may be appropriate. Requires a final report of the White House Conference on the Handicapped to be submitted to the President not later than 120 days following the date on which the conference is called, and the findings and recommendations included therein to be made available immediately to the public. Requires the Secretary, within 90 days after the submission of such report, to transmit to the President and the Congress his recommendations for the administrative action and legislation necessary to implement the recommendations contained in such report. Gives the Secretary administrative powers to carry out this Resolution. Provides that in carrying out his functions under this joint resolution, the Secretary shall employ handicapped persons. Directs the Secretary to establish an Advisory Committee on the White House Conference on the Handicapped composed of 28 members, of whom not less than 10 shall be handicapped or parents of handicapped persons. Provides that such Advisory Committee shall cease to exist 90 days after the submission of the final report required by this Act. Authorizes to be appropriated $2,000,000 to carry out this joint resolution.
United States · United States Congress · 17 May 1973
American Folklife Preservation Act - Creates an American Folklife Center in the Library of Congress. Provides that the Center shall be subject to the supervision and direction of a Board of Trustees. Provides that such Board shall be composed of four members appointed by the President eight members appointed by the Librarian of Congress the Librarian of Congress ex officio and the Director of the Center ex officio. Authorizes the Center to establish and implement a program of contracts, grants, revitalize and scholarships to preserve, protect, revitalize and disseminate American folklife traditions and arts. Provides that no payment shall be made pursuant to this Act to carry out any research or training over a period in excess of two years. States that such research or training may be extended to a period not to exceed five years with the concurrance of at least two-thirds of the members of the Board. Provides that no former employee of the Federal Govermnent shall be eligible to receive any grant or other assistance under this Act in the two year period following the termination of such employment. Requires the Center to submit to the Library of Congress, for inclusion in its annual report to the Congress, an annual report of its operations under this Act. Authorizes such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 1973
Permits as a credit against the income tax imposed under the Internal Revenue Code an amount equal to 15 percent of the retirement income received by a qualified taxpayer during the taxable year. Limits the amount of retirement income which may be taken into account for the purpose of computing the credit to $2500, in the case of an unmarried individual and $3750 in the case of a joint return where both spouses are eligible. Provides for a reduction in the amount of retirement income, before applying the limitation figures, of (1) any amount received by an individual as a pension or annuity under title II of the Social Security Act, under the Railroad Retirement Act or otherwise excluded from gross income; (2) one-half the amount of earned income (in excess of $2100) received by an individual who has not attained the age of 72; and (3) any amount of earned income in excess of $1200 if the individual has not attained the age 62 before the close of the taxable year.
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 1973
Declares that on Memorial Day, May 28, 1973, special remembrance be given by a grateful people to the 1,288 members of the Armed Forces of the United States currently listed as missing in action in Indochina. Declares that all American motorists are encouraged to turn on their automobile lights throughout Memorial Day, May 28, 1973, as a symbol of this remembrance. Provides that every effort be made to secure the cooperation of all parties in the Indochina conflict to insure the fullest and most expeditious resolution of the status of members of the U.S. Armed Forces missing in Indochina.
United States · United States Congress · 10 May 1973
Establishes the Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge in the State of Florida. Establishes the Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge in the State of Florida.
United States · United States Congress · 8 May 1973
Declares that the Attorney General-Designate should vest the special prosecutor to investigate the Watergate case with all necessary attributes of independence, including but not limited to the following: (1) final authority over questions of convening and conducting proceedings before grand juries, subpoenaing witnesses, initiating prosecutions, framing indictments and seeking in court grants of immunity from prosecution for witnesses; (2) final authority over the selection of an adequate staff of attorneys, investigators and other personnel answerable only to himself; (3) assurance that the investigatory and other resources of the Department of Justice and funds to defray all expenses incurred in connection with the activities of the special prosecutor will remain available for the time necessary to complete the investigation and prosecute any offenders; (4) assurance that he will not be subject to removal from his position except for malfeasance in office; (5) assurance that he will enjoy full access to the relevant documents and personnel of the Department of Justice and all other officials and agencies of the Executive Branch; and (6) assurance that the special prosecutor can freely, and upon their request, appear before, consult with and cooperate in other respects with all Congressional committees having jurisdiction over any aspect of the special prosecutor's activities.
United States · United States Congress · 3 May 1973
Makes it the sense of the Senate that: (1) the United States prisoners of war have been released; (2) all United States combat forces have been withdrawn from Indochina; (3) the United States has no commitment to Cambodia to provide for its defense; (4) the bombing of Cambodia and elsewhere in Indochina is an act of war; and (5) the territory of the United States or its vital national interests are not endangered by any nation in Indochina. Makes it the sense of Congress that any combat actions by the United States Armed Forces in, over, or off the shores of Indochina are contrary to the laws of the United States. Declares that the Senate advises the President: (1) to cease immediately any hostilities in Indochina by United States Armed Forces, and (2) that any future engagement of United States Armed Forces in Indochina only be undertaken in conformity with statutes and in accordance with constitutional processes.
United States · United States Congress · 30 April 1973
Prohibits any material to be enclosed with any social security check which contains the name, signature, or title of any Federal officer other than the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration. (Adds 42 U.S.C. 405(n))
United States · United States Congress · 12 April 1973
Requires each Member of Congress, each judge or justice of a court of the United States, each national political party chairman, and each Federal employee compensated in excess of $18,000 per annum to file annually, and any candidate for Congressional office to file within one month after he becomes a candidate, a financial report of: (1) the amount and source of each item of income, reimbursement, gift, etc., which exceeds $100; (2) the value of each asset held by him; (3) all dealings in securities or commodities; and (4) all purchases and sales of real property or interest by him. Requires such reports to be filed under penalty for perjury in such form and detail as the Comptroller General may prescribe. Makes such reports public records. Sets forth a penalty of a fine of $2,000 and/or up to 5 years imprisonment for filing false statements.
United States · United States Congress · 11 April 1973
Congressional Budgetary Procedures Act - Establishes a standing Committee of the Senate to be known as the Committee on the Budget and a Standing Committee of the House of Representatives to be known as the Committee on the Budget. Outlines the composition and duties of each committee. Authorizes these committees to consider those bills introduced in each respective House, providing new advance obligational authority. Provides that neither committee of the House or Senate shall consider such new budgetary measures after the first of May except in emergency or the waiver of such time limitation by 2/3 vote. Creates a Congressional Office of the Budget and outlines the duties of such Office. Provides that the function of the office is to provide information to the Budget Committees of the two Houses and to other Committees of the two Houses with respect to budget and appropriation bills. Abolishes the joint committee on reduction of Federal Expenditures. Requires the office to recommend to each budget committee of the two houses the amount by which budget outlays of the U.S. should exceed revenues expected to be received or the amount by which such revenues should exceed such budget outlays in order to provide for appropriate growth and stability of the economy of the U.S. Requires each budget committee to give consideration to such recommendations and make a report to the office concerning such budget considerations. Requires that by March 1 of each year the Committees submit a concurrent resolution to their respective Houses containing specified budget information. Outlines those procedures for review and debate of such concurrent resolution. Provides that there shall be a conference of two Houses to resolve any difference between the concurrent resolutions passed by each House. Makes conforming amendments in the Budget and Accounting Act of 1921. Provides that all bills and resolutions providing budget authority with respect to any fiscal year shall provide a limit on budget outlays in such fiscal year under such budget authority. Provides that the provisions of this Act are enacted by Congress as an exercise of the rulemaking powers of the House and Senate.
United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1973
Lobster Conservation and Control Act - States that it is the purpose of this Act to provide for effective control of lobster fisheries on the Continental Shelf of the United States until such time as the United States can enter into an appropriate treaty or treaties providing for such control. Includes lobster as a Continental Shelf fishery resource within the meaning of the Act entitled an Act to prohibit fishing in the territorial waters of the United States and in certain other areas by vessels other than vessels of the United States and by persons in charge of such vessels. (Amends 16 U.S.C. 1085(a))
United States · United States Congress · 29 March 1973
Congressional Budget Control Act - Requires the Budget of the United States Government to be organized and submitted on the basis of national needs, agency programs, and basic program steps. Sets forth the meaning of terms used in this Act, and the requirements for each Government agency.
United States · United States Congress · 27 March 1973
Establishes the Spessard L. Holland National Seashore in the State of Florida. Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 27 March 1973
Constitutional Amendment - Provides that nothing contained in the U.S. Constitution shall prohibit the several States and the District constituting the seat of government of the United States from providing for voluntary prayer in the public schools of that jurisdiction, nor shall it abridge the right of persons lawfully assembled in any public building to participate in voluntary prayer.
United States · United States Congress · 15 March 1973
Establishes the Fort Zachary Taylor National Historic Site, in Key West, Florida. Authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out the provisions of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 14 March 1973
Limits the authority of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to impose, by regulations, restrictions upon the availability and use of Federal funds authorized for social services under the public assistance programs established by the Social Security Act.
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