Bill· SS. 3803 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 December 2018
Emery County Public Land Management Act of 2018 This bill establishes the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area in Utah. The Department of the Interior shall study nonmotorized recreation opportunities, including bicycle trails, within the recreation area. The bill: (1) designates specified federal lands in Utah managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), including the San Rafael Reef, as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System; (2) designates a 63-mile segment of Green River as a component of the national wild and scenic rivers system; (3) allows the grazing of livestock, if already established, to continue in the newly established recreation area and wilderness areas; and (4) allows for commercial services necessary to fulfill recreational purposes. Interior shall establish a trail plan that addresses hiking and equestrian trails in the wilderness areas. In addition, with respect to other land in Utah, the bill provides for the management of the Goblin Valley State Park Expansion as a state park; the establishment of the Jurassic National Monument; the sale of public lands in Emery County which have been identified as suitable for disposal; public purpose conveyances of Emery City Recreation Area, the Huntington Airport, Emery County Sheriff's Office substation, and the Buckhorn Information Center; and the exchange of BLM and School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration lands in Utah.
Bill· SS. 3802 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 December 2018
Effective Apprenticeships to Rebuild National Skills Act or the EARNS Act This bill (1) establishes in the Department of Labor an Office of Apprenticeship and a National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeships, (2) provides for federal recognition of state apprenticeship agencies, (3) establishes a process and standards for the national apprenticeship system, (4) directs Labor to provide for evaluations of programs and activities and research on best practices in covered apprenticeship programs, and (5) sets up a grant program to modernize and expand apprenticeship programs.
Bill· SS. 3790 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 19 December 2018
Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act of 2018 This bill makes it a criminal offense for any organization or person, other than a participating athlete, to influence or conspire to influence a major international sports competition by use of substances or treatment methods prohibited by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization International Convention Against Doping in Sport.
Bill· SS. 3787 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 19 December 2018
Developing an Innovative Strategy for Antimicrobial Resistant Microorganisms Act of 2018 or the DISARM Act of 2018 This bill requires additional payment under Medicare's inpatient prospective payment system for services that involve certain antimicrobial drugs, in accordance with specified limitations.
Bill· SS. 3793 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 19 December 2018
Sports Wagering Market Integrity Act of 2018 This bill: (1) establishes a general prohibition on sports wagering, but permits a state to submit an application to the Department of Justice requesting approval to administer a state sports wagering program, subject to specified minimum standards; (2) establishes a Wagering Trust Fund; (3) amends the Wire Act and the Sports Bribery Act to provide civil enforcement of gambling prohibitions; and (4) grants authority to the Department of Health and Human Services to establish and implement programs for the prevention and treatment of gambling addiction.
Bill· SS. 3738 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2018
Hatch-Waxman Integrity Act of 2018 This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to prevent a generic drug or biosimilar manufacturer from using a specific review process for challenging pharmaceutical drug or biologic patents.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 717 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2018
Recognizes: (1) the dedication of Rebecca Teresa Weichhand to the children in the world who are in need of a permanent, safe, and loving family; and (2) her accomplishments and advocacy on behalf of those children.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 715 (115th)open
United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2018
Declares that the Senate: (1) notes with deep sorrow and solemn mourning the death of former President George H.W. Bush, (2) extends heartfelt sympathy to former President George W. Bush and the entire family of former President George H.W. Bush, and (3) honors and expresses deep appreciation for former President George H.W. Bush's outstanding and important service to his country. Declares that when the Senate adjourns on December 5, 2018, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of former President George H.W. Bush.
Bill· SS. 4 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 4 December 2018
Acquitted Conduct Reform Act of 2018 This bill amends the federal criminal code to prohibit a federal court from considering acquitted conduct at sentencing. Acquitted conduct means acts for which a person was criminally charged and adjudicated not guilty after trial or acts underlying dismissed criminal charges.
Bill· SS. 3701 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 4 December 2018
Smoke-Free Schools Act of 2018 This bill prohibits the use of any tobacco product (e.g., electronic cigarette) within an indoor facility used for routine or regular provision of children's services, including health, day care, early development, education, or library services. Current law prohibits smoking within such facilities. The Food and Drug Administration must conduct studies of best practices to discourage the use of electronic cigarettes in schools.
Bill· SS. 3700 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 4 December 2018
Promoting Employment and Economic Mobility Act This bill modifies requirements for those receiving benefits under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, including requirements related to employment and job training. The bill also reauthorizes various TANF grant programs through FY2021.
Bill· SS. 3 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 December 2018
Anti-Pyramid Scheme Act of 2018 This bill amends the Federal Trade Commission Act to make it unlawful for any person to establish, operate, or promote a pyramid promotional scheme. "Pyramid promotional scheme" means any plan or operation in which individuals pay consideration for the right to receive compensation that is based upon recruiting other individuals into the plan or operation rather than primarily related to the sale of products or services to ultimate users. Furthermore, any person who establishes, operates, or promotes any plan or operation that sells or solicits the sale of consumer products or services in the home or otherwise outside of a permanent retail establishment, and that sells products or services to independent salespeople, shall have a bona fide inventory repurchase agreement. A violation of the bill shall be treated under the Act as an unfair or deceptive act or practice in, or affecting, commerce.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 711 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2018
Designates November 2018 as National Runaway Prevention Month.
Bill· SS. 3690 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2018
This bill designates the outstation of the Department of Veterans Affairs in North Ogden, Utah, as the "Major Brent Taylor Vet Center Outstation."
Bill· SS. 3684 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2018
This bill expands the E-3 visa program to cover Irish nationals, which is currently is only available to Australian nationals. For Irish E-3 initial applications, the Department of State may approve each fiscal year no more than 10,500 minus the number of Australian initial applications approved the previous fiscal year.
Bill· SS. 3693 (115th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2018
This bill exempts additional comprehensive cancer centers from the Medicare prospective payment system for inpatient hospital services. Additionally, such hospitals may not be denied certain exemptions applicable to hospitals-within-hospitals based solely on specified third-party control.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 709 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 27 November 2018
Strongly condemns Russia's actions against Ukraine in the Kerch Strait, including the attack and seizure of Ukrainian naval ships and sailors. Calls on Russia to release the sailors and ships and to stop its harassment of ships in the strait. Calls on the President to express his administration's opposition to Russia's attack at every opportunity, and affirms the Department of State's declaration that it is U.S. policy to never recognize Russia's attempted annexation of Crimea. Urges the international community to unite in opposition to Russia's actions in the strait.
Bill· SS. 3657 (115th)open
United States · United States Congress · 26 November 2018
Traumatic Brain Injury Program Reauthorization Act of 2018 This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize through FY2024 several programs relating to traumatic brain injuries, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grant program for state surveillance systems that monitor traumatic brain injuries. The bill also authorizes the CDC to collect data regarding the prevalence and incidence of concussions.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 693 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Recognizes the important contribution women entrepreneurs make to the economy of the United States. Commemorates the 30th anniversary of the passage of the Women's Business Ownership Act of 1988.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 695 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Designates the week beginning November 12, 2018, as National Apprenticeship Week.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 698 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Designates November 3, 2018, as National Bison Day.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 692 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Expresses support for the designation of November 24, 2018, as Small Business Saturday.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 694 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Condemns: (1) the anti-Semitic attack at the Tree of Life synagogue building in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 27, 2018, in which 11 innocent people were killed and 6 were injured, and (2) rising anti-Semitism. Honors the memory of the victims and expresses the hope that their memory may be a blessing to their families and community. Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to condemn anti-Semitism, protect the right of people in the United States to freely exercise their religious beliefs, and ensure their safety and security.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 701 (115th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2018
Designates November 15, 2018, as National GIS Day. Encourages the continued use of geographic information system (GIS) technology to learn, address societal challenges, and drive economic growth.
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