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United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024
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United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024
United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024
This resolution designates March 21, 2024, as National Women in Agriculture Day. It also recognizes the important role of women in agriculture as producers, educators, leaders, mentors, and more.
United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024
Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to streamline the process for individuals applying for or renewing enrollment in multiple security threat assessment (STA) programs, in particular the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) programs. Among other things, the TSA must permit an individual to enroll at a TSA-authorized enrollment center once and use the application, as well as information generated by TSA’s vetting, to enroll in any other programs; permit an individual to enroll in more than one STA program at the same time for a single fee that is less than the combined fee for applying to the same programs separately; provide for a streamlined and expeditious renewal process; and provide states the expiration dates for each individual’s STA to ensure commercial driver's licenses include an individual's current HME status. Additionally, the TSA must publish on its website information relating to the streamlining of the enrollment system. If the TSA determines it is necessary to implement these changes through rulemaking, the bill provides for an expedited rulemaking process.
United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: Prevention and Elimination of Digital Discrimination and published on January 22, 2024. The rule prohibits broadband providers from adopting policies or practices that differentially impact consumers' access to broadband service based on their income, race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin, provided such policies or practices are not justified by issues of technical or economic feasibility.
United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024
United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024
Laken Riley Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain certain non-U. S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) who have been arrested for burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. The bill also authorizes states to sue the federal government for decisions or alleged failures related to immigration enforcement. Under this bill, DHS must detain an individual who (1) is unlawfully present in the United States or did not possess the necessary documents when applying for admission; and (2) has been charged with, arrested for, convicted for, or admits to having committed acts that constitute the essential elements of burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. The bill also authorizes state governments to sue for injunctive relief over certain immigration-related decisions or alleged failures by the federal government if the decision or failure caused the state or its residents harm, including financial harm of more than $100. Specifically, the state government may sue the federal government over a decision to release a non-U. S. national from custody; failure to fulfill requirements relating to inspecting individuals seeking admission into the United States, including requirements related to asylum interviews; failure to fulfill a requirement to stop issuing visas to nationals of a country that unreasonably denies or delays acceptance of nationals of that country; violation of limitations on immigration parole, such as the requirement that parole be granted only on a case-by-case basis; or failure to detain an individual who has been ordered removed from the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 6 March 2024
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Department of Labor titled Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the Fair Labor Standards Act and published on January 10, 2024. The final rule addresses how to determine whether a worker is properly classified as an employee or an independent contractor for purposes of requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) that address issues such as minimum wage and overtime compensation. The rights and protections provided by the FLSA apply only to employees.
United States · United States Congress · 29 February 2024
United States · United States Congress · 29 February 2024
Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 203 East 6th Street in Lexington, Nebraska, as the "Bill Barrett Post Office Building."
United States · United States Congress · 26 February 2024
This resolution designates National Cholesterol Education Month and Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) Awareness Day. The resolution also encourages all individuals in the United States to know their LDL-C number. High levels of LDL-C increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
United States · United States Congress · 9 February 2024
This resolution provides for the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Manual for the 118th Congress.
United States · United States Congress · 9 February 2024
This resolution authorizes quarterly blood donation drives at the Senate.
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 2024
United States · United States Congress · 8 February 2024
This resolution expresses condolences for the death of Jean A. Carnahan, former Senator for Missouri.
United States · United States Congress · 7 February 2024
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) titled National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure and published on December 7, 2023. Under current law, each state must set targets for and report on the progress of performance metrics related to the U.S. surface transportation system. The rule establishes a specific measure for assessing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with transportation (GHG measure). The rule also requires state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to establish declining carbon dioxide (CO2) targets for the GHG measure and report to the FHWA on their progress towards achieving these targets.
United States · United States Congress · 7 February 2024
United States · United States Congress · 6 February 2024
This resolution designates the week beginning on February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.
United States · United States Congress · 1 February 2024
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Energy titled Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Furnaces and published on December 18, 2023. The rule adopted amended energy conservation standards under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act for consumer furnaces, specifically non-weatherized gas furnaces and mobile home gas furnaces.
United States · United States Congress · 31 January 2024
United States · United States Congress · 30 January 2024
This resolution recognizes January 30, 2024, as Help America Vote Day.
United States · United States Congress · 30 January 2024
Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit Extension and Enhancement Act This bill modifies the employer tax credit for paid family and medical leave. Specifically, the bill (1) makes such credit permanent, (2) allows the credit in states or localities that either mandate or do not mandate paid family and medical leave, (3) allows employers to claim the credit for a portion of their paid family leave insurance premiums, (4) reduces the minimum employment period eligibility requirement, and (5) requires the Small Business Administration and the Internal Revenue Service to conduct targeted outreach to employers and other relevant parties regarding the availability and requirements of the credit.
United States · United States Congress · 23 January 2024
Maintaining Our Obligation to Moms Who Serve Act of 2024 or the MOMS Who Serve Act of 2024 This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish a pilot program within military treatment facilities to assess the feasibility and impact of providing evidence-based prevention programs for perinatal mental health conditions to pregnant and postpartum members of the Armed Forces and dependents. DOD must (1) establish an advisory committee to assist in the implementation of the pilot program, and (2) study the effectiveness of the pilot program in preventing or reducing the onset of symptoms of perinatal mental health conditions.
United States · United States Congress · 18 January 2024
Protecting Life in Foreign Assistance Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for purposes outside the United States related to abortion. Specifically, the bill prohibits funding to certain foreign or domestic organizations that perform or promote abortions, furnish or develop items intended to procure abortions, or provide financial support for an entity that conducts such activities. Current U.S. policy prohibits the provision of federal funds to a foreign nongovernmental organization unless it agrees to not perform or actively promote abortions.
United States · United States Congress · 17 January 2024
This resolution repeals a 1905 prohibition on flowers in the Senate chamber. Since 1923, flowers have been occasionally allowed in the chamber, primarily to honor deceased Senators.
United States · United States Congress · 11 January 2024
This bill designates the federal building located at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, as the Virginia Smith Federal Building.
United States · United States Congress · 11 January 2024
This resolution recognizes with sorrow the death of former Senator Herb Kohl.
United States · United States Congress · 11 January 2024
This resolution commends Taiwan for its example of self-governance and regards Taiwan's democracy as a great strategic strength for the free world. The resolution also expresses concern about Chinese Communist Party interference in Taiwan's 2024 elections and expresses commitment to continuing a strong partnership with Taiwan regardless of the outcome of the elections. The resolution states that nothing in it shall be construed as an authorization for the use of military force.
United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023
This resolution condemns the use of gender-based violence against women and children in Israel during the terrorist attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023. The resolution also (1) calls on the international community to prioritize the elimination of gender-based violence in conflict settings, and (2) demands accountability for the perpetrators of rape as a weapon of war.
United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023
Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023 This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide certain relief to individuals whose promotions to a grade or rank in the Armed Forces of O-7 or higher were delayed by the Senate. Specifically, the bill applies to those individuals who were confirmed between December 5, 2023, and December 31, 2023. The bill requires DOD to provide pay and benefits associated with the appointment retroactive to the later of (1) the date that is 30 days after the date on which the nomination was placed on the Executive Calendar of the Senate, or (2) the date on which the individual would have been appointed but for the suspension of Senate confirmation of appointments.
United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023
This resolution expresses the sense that the slogan from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free and its derivations are anti-Semitic and a call for genocide and destruction of the Jewish state.
United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023
Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act This bill prohibits a credit reporting agency from providing a consumer's credit report to a third party in connection with a residential mortgage transaction unless (1) the third party provides documentation certifying that it has the consumer's consent; or (2) the third party has originated the mortgage, is the current loan servicer, or has a current specified banking relationship with the consumer.
United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023
This resolution extends sympathies to the family and friends of Sandra Day O’Connor. The resolution also acknowledges her lifetime of service, including as an Arizona state senator and the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023
United States · United States Congress · 12 December 2023
United States · United States Congress · 12 December 2023
This resolution expresses continued support for the State Partnership Program between Nebraska and Czechia. The resolution also expresses appreciation for the commitment of Czech armed forces and the Nebraska National Guard in advancing peace, stability and mutual understanding.
United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023
This resolution mourns the passing of First Lady Rosalynn Carter, extends sympathies to her husband and family, and honors her contributions to the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023
United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2023
United States · United States Congress · 28 November 2023
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day. It also urges national, state, and regional incident management organizations to spread awareness and promote the existence of, and adherence to, state move over laws. Move over laws generally require motorists to move at least one lane over when an emergency or rescue activity is taking place on the shoulder or side of the roadway, or, if the motorist is unable to do so safely, to slow down and pass the scene with caution.
United States · United States Congress · 28 November 2023
This resolution designates National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. It also encourages individuals to increase their understanding and awareness of care at the end of life.
United States · United States Congress · 16 November 2023
This resolution expresses support for National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day and encourages people to consider adoption.
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2023
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2023
United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023
Real Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully Act of 2023 or the Real MEAT Act of 2023 This bill prohibits the sale of any imitation meat food product unless its label includes (1) the word imitation , and (2) a statement that clearly indicates the product is not derived from or does not contain meat.
United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the National Labor Relations Board titled Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status and published on October 27, 2023. The rule establishes a new joint employer standard for determining whether two employers simultaneously employ a particular employee or employees. Under the rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another employer's employees if the two share or codetermine the employees' essential terms and conditions of employment. The rule is currently scheduled to take effect on February 26, 2024.
United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023
This resolution recognizes November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month and the Friday after Thanksgiving as Native American Heritage Day.
United States · United States Congress · 6 November 2023
Winnebago Land Transfer Act of 2023 This bill takes specified lands in Iowa into trust for the benefit of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska. The land is made part of the tribe's reservation. The bill prohibits gaming on the land taken into trust.
United States · United States Congress · 2 November 2023
This resolution recognizes that the economic relationship between the United States and Israel is strong and has benefitted both countries and the peoples of both countries. It also expresses support for the people of Israel and the economy of Israel in the face of Hamas' attacks against Israel. Additionally, the resolution affirms that (1) the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement set the stage for robust growth in trade and investment between the United States and Israel, and (2) the agreement can serve as a tool for supporting the economy of Israel during the conflict with Hamas.
United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023
Southern Border Transparency Act of 2023 This bill requires various reports on immigration, particularly regarding individuals paroled into the United States. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection must monthly publish details on non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) paroled into the United States at ports of entry or individuals encountered between land ports of entry and subsequently granted parole. The report must include details regarding citizenship, nationality, and demographic information. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services must quarterly publish the number of humanitarian parole petitions received and the number of those granted, disaggregated by nationality. Quarterly, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) must report on individuals encountered or apprehended at the southern U.S. border and within nearby patrol sectors. The report must contain information including citizenship, nationality, demographics, the number receiving fear of persecution screenings, and immigration outcomes. DHS must also annually report on individuals paroled into the United States on humanitarian grounds, including demographics, employment authorizations, and current immigration status.
United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023
Iranian Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2023 This bill establishes an Iran Sanctions Enforcement Fund to pay expenses relating to seizures and forfeitures of Iranian property and provides statutory authority for the Export Enforcement Coordination Center, which is in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and investigates and prosecutes violations of U.S. export control laws. Specifically, the Iran Sanctions Enforcement Fund may be used to pay (1) investigative costs incurred by a law enforcement agency of DHS or the Department of Justice; (2) expenses related to detention, security, or disposal of seized property; or (3) the costs of contracting associated with the seizure or forfeiture of Iranian property.