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United States · United States Congress · 5 November 1981
Disapproves the President's decision announced on October 2, 1981, regarding the basing mode for the MX missile.
United States · United States Congress · 2 November 1981
Requests the President to designate the month of January 1982 as "National Cerebral Palsy Month."
United States · United States Congress · 30 October 1981
Directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the widower of a deceased employee of the Senate.
United States · United States Congress · 27 October 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code which provide incentives for energy conservation and development of renewable energy sources should not be repealed or amended to reduce such incentives.
United States · United States Congress · 6 October 1981
Amends title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. Directs that this Act shall not be construed to permit a finding of discrimination based on statistical differences or the fashioning of any remedy requiring a quota.
United States · United States Congress · 6 October 1981
Acid Deposition Control Act - Amends title I of the Clean Air Act (Air Pollution Prevention and Control) to establish a new program (Interstate Transport and Acid Precursor Reduction) to: (1) regulate the long-range transport of pollutants and their transformation products; and (2) reduce acid compounds, and their precursors, in the atmosphere. Establishes a long-range transport corridor, the "acid deposition impact region," consisting of 31 States (east of or bordering the Mississippi River) and the District of Columbia. Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to: (1) conduct a study of air pollution problems associated with the long-range transport of pollutants in the portions of the continental United States not included in the acid deposition impact region; and (2) report the results to Congress within two years. Prohibits the increase of emissions of sulfur dioxide and of oxides of nitrogen from stationary sources in the acid deposition impact region over such total actual emissions there as of January 1, 1981. Prohibits any major stationary source in the region from significantly increasing such emissions, unless a not otherwise required net reduction of such regional pollution, in excess of the proposed increase, has been identified. Requires a ten-year phased reduction in annual emissions of sulfur dioxide in the region of 10,000,000 tons from the total 1980 level. Requires each State to achieve reductions in annual sulfur dioxide emissions according to a formula based on each State's share of utility emissions in the region. Permits State Governors to agree to reallot the required reductions. Requires each State in the region to adopt, within two years, enforcement measures to achieve such reduction. Directs the Administrator to approve such measures within four months if specified criteria are met. Sets forth a uniform sulfur dioxide emission limit for fossil-fuel-burning electric generating facilities (which are major stationary sources not subject to new performance standards) in any State that has not adopted, or has not had approved, such enforcement measures by such deadlines. Requires that owners or operators of such sources: (1) submit an approvable reduction plan and schedule within three years of enactment of this Act; (2) comply with such plan and schedule; and (3) achieve the required emission reduction at the earliest practicable date, but no later than ten years after enactment of this Act. Specifies methods or programs for enforceable net emission reduction that may be used by a State or the owner or operator of a source. Permits a State or owner or operator to substitute reduction in emissions of oxides of nitrogen for required sulfur dioxide emissions reductions, at a specified rate. Adds to State implementation plan requirements a prohibition of stationary source air pollutant emissions in amounts that will contribute to atmospheric loadings of pollutants or their transformation products so as to adversely affect public health or welfare or the environment in any other State or foreign country.
United States · United States Congress · 6 October 1981
Requests the President to designate the week beginning November 8, 1981, as "National Home Health Care Week."
United States · United States Congress · 6 October 1981
Expresses the sympathy of the United States to President Anwar Sadat's family and to Egypt. Reaffirms U.S. support for Egypt.
United States · United States Congress · 1 October 1981
Expresses the objection of Congress to the proposed sale to Saudi Arabia of airborne warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft, conformal fuel tanks, AIM- 9L Sidewinder air-to-air missiles, and aerial refueling aircraft.
United States · United States Congress · 28 September 1981
Hunger Elimination and Global Security Act - Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should make development of poor countries and the eradication of poverty and hunger the primary objective of U.S. foreign policy. Directs the President to designate certain foreign aid programs as Hunger Relief and Prevention Assistance. Title I: Public Law 480 - Amends the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954 to replace the provision describing self-help programs developed under agreements for the sale of farm products for foreign currency and long-term-dollar-credit. Requires such agreements to describe the self-help programs and to provide for the termination of the agreement or adjustment of its credit terms whenever the President finds that the program is not being carried out as specified in the agreement. Prohibits termination or credit adjustment of such an agreement if the President reports to Congress that: (1) such action would threaten U.S. security; or (2) the program was not carried out because of circumstances beyond the control of the recipient country. Requires the self-help measures to be sufficiently described so that the primary beneficiaries of the agreement will be needy people. Defines "needy people." Requires such measures to be in addition to measures that the recipient country would otherwise have taken. Directs the President to verify that such measures are being carried out and to report to the appropriate congressional committees on such verification and on the additional nature of such measures. Title II: Multilateral Development Banks - Amends the International Financial Institutions Act to direct the Secretary of the Treasury to work within certain multilateral development banks to establish a requirement that not less than 50 percent of such banks' lending must benefit needy people. Requires the Secretaries of State and Treasury to report to Congress annually on establishing such requirement. Title III: World Food Security - Directs the President to encourage other grain exporting countries to establish their own food security reserves or take other measures that complement the U.S. food security reserve. Directs the President to report to Congress on actions taken with respect to such food security reserves. Directs the President to negotiate with other countries and with certain organizations to try to ensure that the benefits of the food financing facility recently approved by the International Monetary Fund be directed to effect the maximum feasible reduction in hunger and malnutrition. Directs the President to report to Congress on such negotiations. Amends the Export Administration Act of 1979 to prohibit the Secretary of Commerce from imposing export controls on food if such controls would cause measurable malnutrition in the countries against whom the controls are proposed unless the President determines such controls are necessary to protect U.S. national security. Title IV: Basic Human Needs Agreement - Requires a Basic Human Needs Agreement between the United States and a foreign country before the foreign country may receive bilateral development assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Exempts from such requirement assistance for narcotics control, disaster relief, or peacekeeping operations. Sets forth the goals of such agreements. Title V: Relief and Prevention of Starvation - African Assistance and Hunger Prevention Act - Requires at least 50 percent of all U.S. international development assistance funds beginning in fiscal year 1983 to be used to finance productive facilities primarily for the absolutely poor. Defines the "absolutely poor." Requires special emphasis to be placed on alleviating hunger in sub-Saharan Africa and on the role of women in farm production in that region. Amends the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954 to earmark for the food for development program a specified percentage of the aggregate value of all agreements entered into under the program for the sale of farm products for foreign currency and long-term-dollar-credit. Requires certain commodities and funds to be used to establish grain reserves in famine prone African nations or to otherwise prepare for food shortages in those nations. Title VI: General Provisions - Expresses the sense of Congress that the President, acting through the Director of the Peace Corps, should emphasize projects to alleviate hunger and malnutrition by encouraging agricultural self-sufficiency in countries where Peace Corps volunteers are serving.
United States · United States Congress · 25 September 1981
Immigration and Nationality Act Amendments of 1981 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to limit "F" student visas to academic and language training and create an "M" visa for nonacademic and vocational study. Excludes adultery and possession of 30 grams or less of marihuana from the determination of good moral character under such Act. Redefines "child" to include an orphan under the age of 16 and a child adopted before the age of 16. Provides that aliens seeking admission within five years of the date of their deportation shall be ineligible for admission into the United States (currently no time limit on excludability). Eliminates certain reporting requirements imposed on the Attorney General regarding his discretionary waiver of excludability. Includes minor drug offenses among the categories of excludability that may be waived in the case of alien children, spouses, or parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents making admission as immigrants. Eliminates a medical specialty certificate from the American Board of Medical Specialties as an admission requirement for an alien graduate of a foreign medical school practicing in the United States as of January 9, 1978. Provides that such an alien's stay shall be the time normally required to complete a designated course of medical study (currently two years with a one year extension). Directs that such period shall not exceed seven years unless the alien's country has an exceptional need for such specialty training. Permits such an alien to change his/her designated course of medical study upon approval of the Director of the International Communication Agency once within two years after entry or acquisition of exchange visitor status (currently must continue course of education under which admitted to the United States). Requires: (1) the alien to file an affidavit of good academic standing annually with the Attorney General; and (2) the Director of the International Communication Agency to report annually to Congress regarding such aliens. Amends waiver of standards provisions regarding such training programs to: (1) require a training program to have a comprehensive plan to reduce its reliance on alien physicians to qualify for such a waiver; and (2) extend such waiver authority from December 31, 1981, to December 31, 1983. Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in coordination with the Attorney General and the Secretary of State, to report to Congress at the beginning of fiscal years 1982 and 1983 regarding the distribution (geography, nationality, and specialty) of those aliens who have entered the United States under such waiver. Includes within the definition of "special immigrant" certain alien physicians (and families) who entered the United States before January 10, 1978, and were practicing medicine here. Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, after consultation with the Attorney General, the Secretary of State, and the Director of the International Communication Agency, to report to Congress by January 15, 1983, concerning the value of medical exchange programs. Revises re-entry permit provisions to authorize the issuance of such permit for a two-year nonrenewable period (currently one year with up to a one year discretionary extension). Revises alien deportation and maintenance expense provisions to: (1) provide that deportation shall be to the country in which the alien boarded the vessel or airplane that brought him to the United States; (2) provide that if such departure was from a foreign territory contiguous to the United States of which such alien was not a national or resident, then deportation shall be to the country from which such alien departed for such contiguous territory; (3) set forth guidelines for the Attorney General if a country is unwilling to accept a deportable alien; and (4) require such transportation lines to deposit a bond to cover any fine or disputed fine relating to deportation with a district director of customs (currently with a customs collector). Makes the existing mandatory waiver of fraudulent entry deportation provisions regarding alien spouses, children, or parents of United States citizens or permanent residents discretionary. Permits minor drug possession offenses to be waived for such persons. Provides that such deportation waiver shall also apply to improper entry documents resulting from such fraud. Provides with regard to such cancelled deportation proceedings, that the reduction of available immigrant visas shall come from the overall permanent or conditional entry visa allotment rather than from the nonpreference allotment. Permits certain nonimmigrant exchange aliens to have deportation proceedings suspended and have their status adjusted to permanent resident. Revises the category of nonimmigrant aliens who cannot have their nonimmigrant classification changed to another nonimmigrant classification without first applying to the Attorney General for such change. Eliminates annual current address reporting for permanent residents and three month reporting for temporary residents. Requires address changes to be reported. Authorizes the Attorney General to order such current address reporting. Provides with regard to the smuggling of aliens into the United States that: (1) any conveyance, including vessels, vehicles, or aircraft used for such purposes (excluding common carriers not consenting to such act and stolen conveyances), shall be subject to seizure and forfeiture; (2) any conveyance may be seized without warrant if probable cause exists and circumstances exist where a warrant is not constitutionally required; (3) specified customs laws shall apply to such seizures; (4) the Attorney General may retain for official use, sell, or require the General Services Administration to take custody of, any forfeited conveyance; and (5) in all forfeiture suits where the conveyance is claimed by any person the burden of proof shall be on such person, provided that probable cause for such forfeiture shall first be shown by the Government. Provides that the spouse and dependent unmarried children of an alien who qualifies for certain naturalization residence requirement exceptions shall also qualify for such exceptions for the period they resided abroad as members of such alien's household. Removes: (1) the requirement that two witnesses be present at a final naturalization hearing; and (2) a 30 day waiting period between the filing of a petition and the issuance of a certificate of naturalization. Requires the clerk of a State naturalization court to pay to the Attorney General one-half of all fees up to $40,000 (currently $6,000), and all fees in excess of such amount, in a fiscal year. Prohibits an alien diplomat from having his/her status adjusted to that of a permanent resident unless such alien has shown compelling reasons that: (1) he/she is unable to return to the country of accreditation; and (2) the adjustment would be in the national interest. Authorizes the Attorney General to waive certain technical immigrant visa defects which are not the fault of the alien involved. Prohibits persons who participated in Nazi-related persecutions from departing voluntarily in lieu of a deportation proceeding or from having their status adjusted to permanent resident. Requires no specified period of residence within the jurisdiction of a naturalization court for the adopted child of certain U.S. parents not currently residing in the United States. Exempts alien investors from immigrant visa numerical limitations if as of June 1, 1978, they: (1) had applied for status adjustment; (2) were qualified as nonpreference immigrants; and (3) were exempt from labor certifications because of their actual investment and managerial role in a U.S. business. Requires the reduction of the annual total country limitations for foreign medical graduates and investors who adjust their status to permanent resident.
United States · United States Congress · 18 September 1981
Extradition Act of 1981 - Amends the Federal criminal code to set forth new procedures governing the extradition of persons to and from the United States for alleged criminal activity. Authorizes only the Attorney General to initiate an extradition complaint (current law permits any authority of a foreign government to do so). Allows the Attorney General to request issuance of a summons rather than an arrest warrant. Permits release of a person pending the extradition hearing upon a showing of "special circumstances" to the court. Requires the court to impose conditions of release that will assure the person's appearance and the safety of the community and any other person. Provides for waiver of the extradition hearing and consent to removal. Permits either party to appeal the findings of the district court on a complaint of extradition to the U.S. court of appeals. Requires the appeal to be heard as soon as practicable. Disallows a habeas corpus petition or other appeal unless the court finds grounds that could not previously have been presented. Permits release of a person who has been found extraditable pending appeal upon a showing of "special circumstances" to the court of appeals (current law does not authorize such release). Authorizes the Secretary of State to decline to order the surrender of a person who has been found extraditable if the Secretary determines that the foreign state seeks extradition for a political offense. Prohibits any court from making such a determination. Authorizes the temporary extradition to the United States of a person whose delivery has been conditioned by a foreign state on such person's return to its custody. Codifies other current practices with respect to hearing and notice requirements for extradition proceedings.
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1981
Criminal Code Reform Act of 1981 - Title I: Codification, Revision, and Reform of Title 18 - Amends title 18 of the U.S. Code, the Federal criminal code. Subdivides such title into the following parts: (1) general provisions and principles; (2) offenses; (3) sentences; (4) administration and procedure; and (5) ancillary civil proceedings. Part I: General Provisions and Principles - Sets forth the general purpose and application of title 18, general principles of criminal liability, and over 100 general definitions. States that the existence of Federal jurisdiction is not an element of any offense. Provides that particular offenses may include separate jurisdictional requirements. Enumerates factors which Federal law enforcement officers should consider in determining whether to exercise jurisdiction concurrently with a State. Directs the Attorney General to consult with State and local governments on the exercise of Federal jurisdiction and to report annually to Congress on the extent of this exercise. Permits information obtained in the exercise of Federal jurisdiction to be shared with State or local law enforcement officers exercising concurrent jurisdiction. Declares that Federal jurisdiction is not generally preemptive of State jurisdiction, but enumerates offenses with respect to which the Attorney General may order preemption. Decreases from 78 to four the mental states for criminal culpability ("intentional", "knowing", "reckless", and "negligent"). Sets forth general rules for criminal complicity. Makes a person who facilitates completion of an offense by providing substantial assistance liable as a facilitator. Codifies the rule making a coconspirator liable for the reasonably foreseeable criminal conduct of another person (the "Pinkerton doctrine"). States as a general principle that the Federal courts shall determine bars to prosecution, defenses, and affirmative defenses in accordance with common law. Sets forth a general statute of limitations of five years for a felony or misdemeanor and one year for an infraction (currently such limits vary with the offense). Permits an extended period for certain concealable offenses, such as fraud or misconduct in office. Reduces generally from 18 to 17 years the age of responsibility for adult criminal conduct. Permits the prosecution of individuals under the age of 17 for crimes of violence and certain narcotics offenses. Part II: Offenses - Organizes offenses by the following types (rather than alphabetically as under current law): (1) offenses of general applicability, including attempt, conspiracy, and solicitation; (2) offenses involving national defense; (3) offenses involving international affairs; (4) offenses involving government processes; (5) tax offenses; (6) offenses involving individual rights; (7) offenses against the person; (8) offenses against property; and (9) offenses involving public order, safety, health, and welfare. Replaces the particularized penalties for specific offenses in current law with general penalty provisions specifying: (1) terms of imprisonment based on five classes of felonies (A to F); three classes of misdemeanors (A to C); and an infraction; and (2) levels of fines according to the type of offense and defendant (individual or organization). Repeals the Logan Act (prohibiting private communication with a foreign government to influence foreign policy), the Smith Act (prohibiting advocating the overthrow of the Government), and the current prohibition against spreading false information during wartime with intent to aid the enemy. Includes among new Federal offenses: (1) general attempt and solicitation; (2) engaging in para-military activity for the purpose of taking over a government agency; (3) conspiring in the United States to kill, maim, or kidnap a foreign official; (4) obstructing a government function by fraud or by physical interference; (5) a general crime of false swearing; (6) failing to keep a Government record with intent to defraud in connection with benefits provided by a Federal program; (7) speculating on official action or information; (8) a series of offenses covering election fraud; (9) possession of an eavesdropping device; (10) possession of burglar's tools; (11) trafficking in stolen property; and (12) operating a racketeering syndicate. Revises numerous offenses, including the following changes. Adds a new "renunciation" defense to the offense of conspiracy and to the new offenses of attempt and solicitation. Limits the offense of "impairing military effectiveness" to time of war or national defense emergency or where a major weapons system or means of defense against large scale enemy attack is impaired. Revises "criminal contempt" to impose a maximum prison sentence of six months and a fine of $10,000 for an individual and $100,000 for an organization (current law imposes no such limits). Modifies "obstruction of justice" to detail prohibited activities with respect to tampering with a witness, victim, or informant. Changes the offense of "bail jumping" to vary the penalties according to the category of offense. Makes an oral false statement to a Government official an offense only where: (1) the speaker knows the official is a law enforcement officer; and (2) the statement is volunteered or made after the speaker has been advised that making a false statement is an offense. Requires corroborating evidence that the offender made the alleged statement. Adds a new defense of retraction to the offense of "making a false statement." Revises "tax evasion" to eliminate the net tax deficiency requirement. Modifies "civil rights offenses" to: (1) include all "persons" (current law protects "citizens"); (2) allow for a single offender (current law requires a conspiracy); and (3) eliminate the specific intent requirement. Prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (current law includes race, color, religion, or national origin) in violation of a person's right not to be subject to sex discrimination. Extends Federal jurisdiction over any contract murder involving interstate commerce, homicide committed on a railroad vehicle operating in commerce, or murder of a U.S. Secret Service protectee. Revises various sex offenses to eliminate distinctions as to the sex of the offender or victim. Includes additional acts in the offense of rape. Makes punishable the rape of one spouse by the other, but applies the interspousal exemption for lesser sex offenses. States that corroboration of the victim's testimony is not required. Provides, with respect to sexual abuse of a minor, that the victim must be less than 16 years old and at least three years younger than the offender. Establishes Federal jurisdiction over the offense of arson and aggravated property destruction where the offense is committed on an energy facility. Extends Federal jurisdiction over the robbery of controlled substances from a pharmacy. Consolidates numerous theft statutes under current law. Varies the penalties with the value and type of property stolen. Reduces the penalty for the temporary taking of a motor vehicle by a juvenile. Revises the crime of "executing a fraudulent scheme" to cover pyramid sales schemes. Extends Federal jurisdiction to include: (1) trafficking in a substance that is represented to be a controlled substance; (2) soliciting property in a passenger terminal; and (3) obtaining at least $100,000 in insurance proceeds through the offense of arson. Extends Federal jurisdiction over the counterfeiting of securities or bonds issued by an organization or State or local government. Establishes Federal jurisdiction over commercial bribery affecting Federally- funded programs. Extends the scope of labor bribery to include bribery involving union membership procedures and work placement. Revises "loansharking" to add as a new offense an extension of credit over $100 in value carrying an annual interest rate exceeding the higher of 45 percent or twice the interest rate on U.S. obligations. Establishes a mandatory two-year minimum sentence for trafficking in an opiate unless the court finds specified mitigating circumstances. Increases the authorized term of imprisonment for trafficking in large amounts of an opiate or phencyclidine (PCP). Increases the fine for trafficking in large amounts of marihuana. Limits the current offense of using or carrying a firearm during commission of a Federal felony to crimes of violence. Expands this crime to include displaying any destructive device or other dangerous weapon or imitation thereof. Establishes a mandatory two-year minimum sentence unless the court finds specified mitigating circumstances. Narrows the applicability of "riot offenses" by: (1) requiring the actual occurrence of a riot; and (2) defining "riot" as involving at least ten persons (three in current law). Conforms the definition of "obscene material" to Supreme Court decisions for purposes of the offense of "disseminating obscene material." Defines "community" standards as those in the Federal district in which the obscene material is disseminated. Part III: Sentences - Sets forth a new sentencing structure applicable to a defendant who is found guilty of an offense under any Federal statute. Permits an individual to be sentenced to a term of imprisonment or probation and a fine, and to receive additional sanctions, including: (1) forfeiture for certain racketeering crimes; (2) an order of notice to victims of crimes in cases involving fraud or deceptive practices; or (3) an order of restitution in cases involving bodily injury or property damage. Permits an organization to receive these penalties, with the exception of imprisonment. Specifies factors to be considered by a sentencing court, including the guidelines and policy statements issued by the United States Sentencing Commission. Requires the court to impose a sentence within the range set forth by the Commission unless aggravating or mitigating circumstances exist that were not adequately considered by the Commission in formulating the guidelines. Requires the court to state in open court at the time of sentencing the reason for imposing a sentence at a point within the prescribed range, or the specific reason for imposing a sentence outside of such range. Authorizes the imposition of a term of probation, unless specifically prohibited, for all but the most serious class of felonies. Requires as a mandatory condition of probation that a defendant not commit another crime. Enumerates 20 discretionary conditions. Sets forth a fine schedule for the categories of offenses generally at higher levels than current law. Includes higher maximums for organizational defendants. Directs the court to consider the defendant's financial status in determining the amount of a fine and the method of payment. Sets maximum terms of imprisonment for five classes of felonies (A to F), three classes of misdemeanors (A to C), and an infraction (five day maximum). Allows the court, in imposing a sentence in excess of one year, to include a term of supervised release after imprisonment. Excludes capital punishment as an authorized penalty, but leaves unaffected the current death penalty provision for aircraft hijacking. Eliminates the parole system. Permits a defendant to petition for a sentence reduction upon a showing of extraordinary and compelling reasons. Limits this motion for defendants who are sentenced to five or more years of imprisonment. Part IV: Administration and Procedure - Amends the wiretapping law to restrict the interception of communications without a court order in emergency situations to the offenses of treason, sabotage, espionage, or an offense involving risk of death (current law limits it to conspiracies involving national security or organized crime). Establishes new procedures requiring authorization for investigative use of a "call register" (a mechanical device which records numbers dialed on the telephone line to which it is attached). Leaves generally unchanged the rules respecting venue for offenses committed in more than one district. Limits the prosecution of disseminating obscene material to the districts where the material was disseminated or the offense was completed (current law allows prosecution in any district through which the material moves). Replaces the Bail Reform Act of 1966 with new bail procedures. Authorizes a judicial officer to consider the safety of any person or the community when making pretrial release determination. Eliminates execution of a money bond as a condition for pretrial release. Authorizes a judicial officer to order the pretrial detention of a person upon finding that: (1) no condition will reasonably assure his appearance, and the safety of any other person and the community; and (2) there is a substantial probability that the person committed the offense. Permits a judicial officer to order the temporary detention (up to ten days) of a person who is presently on release, if no conditions will assure his appearance and the safety of the community. Permits a defendant to be released after conviction and pending appeal only upon a showing that: (1) he is not likely to flee or pose a danger to another person or property; and (2) the appeal raises a substantial question of law or fact. Establishes a new intake screening requirement for juvenile cases for the purposes of considering alternatives to prosecution. Authorizes a special verdict of "not guilty only by reason of insanity" for any criminal defendant who raises the issue of insanity by notice as currently provided. Establishes a new civil commitment procedure for persons found not guilty only by reason of insanity. Permits in a felony or class A misdemeanor case, unless contrary to a plea agreement, a defendant to appeal a sentence greater than the maximum allowed under the Sentencing Commission's guidelines, or a sentence including an order of notice or restitution. Permits the Government, with the personal approval of the Attorney General or the Solicitor General, to appeal a sentence less than the applicable minimum. Treats criminal fine judgments as tax liens. Part IV: Ancillary Civil Proceedings - Consolidates and enumerates 24 offenses for which the Attorney General may initiate civil forfeiture proceedings. Establishes in the Treasury a Victim Compensation Fund from which victims of Federal offenses may be compensated upon filing a claim with the United States Victim Compensation Board established by this Act. Title II: Amendments to the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence - Makes a number of specific amendments to the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence. Title III: Amendments to Title 28 United States Code - Establishes the United States Victim Compensation Board to administer the victim compensation program created by this Act. Establishes as an independent body in the judicial branch the United States Sentencing Commission to establish sentencing policies and practices for the Federal criminal justice system. Title IV: General Provisions - Sets forth general provisions including that this Act shall take effect, with specified exceptions, 30 months after the date of enactment. Title V: Technical and Conforming Amendments Cross-Referenced in Title 18 - Makes technical and conforming amendments. Title VI: Codification and Revision of Title 18 Appendix Reenactment and Redesignation of Former Sections of Title 18 - Transfers certain offenses contained in current title 18 to a new title 18 Appendix. Title VII: Technical and Conforming Amendments to Provisions Outside Title 18 and Title 18 Appendix - Makes technical and conforming amendments.
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1981
Requests the President to designate August 30, 1982, as "Roy Wilkins Day."
United States · United States Congress · 17 September 1981
Expresses the objection of Congress to the proposed sale to Saudi Arabia of airborne warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft, conformal fuel tanks, Sidewinder air-to-air missiles, and aerial refueling aircraft.
United States · United States Congress · 15 September 1981
Authorizes the President to present, on behalf of Congress, a specially struck gold medal to the widow of Roy Wilkins. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to coin and sell bronze duplicates of such medal. Authorizes appropriations.
United States · United States Congress · 3 August 1981
Disapproves the final rule promulgated by the Secretary of Commerce dealing with the Federal consistency provisions of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972.
United States · United States Congress · 31 July 1981
Amends the Tariff Schedules of the United States to lower the column one tariff on fish netting and fishing nets of textile materials other than cotton or vegetable fibers from 25 cents per pound plus 32.5 percent ad valorem to 17 percent.
United States · United States Congress · 31 July 1981
Bail Reform Act of 1981 - Repeals the Bail Reform Act of 1966 and sets forth new bail procedures. Eliminates execution of a money bond as a condition for pretrial release. Authorizes a judicial officer to consider the safety of any person or the community when making a pretrial release determination. Establishes as a mandatory release condition that the person not commit a Federal, State, or local crime during release. Expands the discretionary release conditions to include that the defendant: (1) maintain employment or an educational program; (2) avoid contact with an alleged victim or potential witness; (3) report to a law enforcement or pretrial service agency; (4) comply with a curfew; (5) refrain from possessing a firearm or use of alcohol or narcotic drugs; (6) undergo medical treatment; (7) forfeit designated property upon failure to appear; and (8) return to custody at specified hours. Authorizes a judicial officer to order the detention for up to ten days of a person who is presently on pretrial release for a felony under Federal, State, or local law or on probation or parole or release pending sentencing or appeal for any offense, if no conditions will assure his appearance and the safety of the community and any other person. Authorizes a judicial officer to order the pretrial detention of a person upon finding that: (1) no condition will reasonably assure such person's appearance and the safety of any other person and the community; and (2) there is a substantial probability that the person committed the offense. Requires that a detention hearing be held in any case involving: (1) a crime of violence; (2) any offense punishable by life imprisonment or death; or (3) a narcotics offense punishable by at least ten years imprisonment. Permits the Government or the court to move for a detention hearing in any other case involving: (1) a serious risk of flight or obstruction of justice; or (2) any felony committed after the person has been convicted of two or more offenses for which a hearing is mandated. Enumerates additional factors to be considered by the judicial officer in making a release determination, including the defendant's past conduct, history of drug or alcohol abuse, criminal history, and the nature and seriousness of the danger to the community or any person. Requires the detention of a person who has appealed his conviction unless the judicial officer finds by clear and convincing evidence that: (1) such person is not likely to flee or pose a danger to another person or property; and (2) the appeal raises a substantial question of law or fact. Requires the detention of a person awaiting sentencing unless the officer finds by clear and convincing evidence that the person is not likely to flee or pose a danger to any other person or the community. Authorizes a U.S. attorney to appeal a release order. Establishes mandatory additional penalties for commission of an offense while on pretrial release. Subjects a person who has been conditionally released and violates a condition of release to revocation of release and prosecution for contempt of court. Grants new authority to law enforcement officers to arrest a person who violates certain pretrial release conditions.
United States · United States Congress · 31 July 1981
Amends the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act to declare that the United States shall assume exclusive fishery management authority over all fish within a specified fishery conservation zone (currently excludes highly migratory species).
United States · United States Congress · 31 July 1981
Criminal Sentencing Reform Act of 1981 - Amends the Federal criminal code to establish as an independent body in the judicial branch the United States Sentencing Commission, to establish sentencing policies and practices for the Federal criminal justice system. Directs the Commission to promulgate: (1) sentencing guidelines including sentencing ranges for categories of offenses and defendants; and (2) general policy statements regarding application of the guidelines. Charges the Commission with assuring that the guidelines specify a substantial term of imprisonment for defendants who: (1) have a history of two or more Federal or State felony convictions; (2) committed the offense as part of a pattern of criminal conduct from which he derived substantial income; (3) committed the offense in furtherance of a conspiracy with three or more persons engaged in a racketeering activity in which the defendant participated in a managerial capacity; or (4) committed a crime of violence constituting a felony while on pretrial or post-trial release. Specifies factors to be considered by a sentencing court, including the guidelines and policy statements issued by the Commission and the need to avoid sentencing disparities among defendants with similar records. Requires the court to impose a sentence within the range set forth by the Commission unless aggravating or mitigating circumstances exist that were not adequately taken into consideration by the Commission in formulating the guidelines. Requires the court to state in open court at the time of sentencing the reason for imposing a sentence at a point within the prescribed range, or the specific reason for imposing a sentence outside of such range. Permits in a felony case, unless contrary to a plea agreement, a defendant to appeal a sentence greater than the maximum allowed under the Commission's guidelines. Permits the Government, with the personal approval of the Attorney General or the Solicitor General, to appeal a sentence less than the applicable minimum. Eliminates parole and the current good time allowance provisions with respect to any person convicted of an offense after the effective date of this Act. Retains such provisions with respect to any person convicted before such date for a five year period. Permits a sentence of a term of imprisonment exceeding one year to be adjusted by 36 days at the end of each year for satisfactory compliance with institutional disciplinary regulations.
United States · United States Congress · 31 July 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) private relief agencies embarking on a program of emergency foodstuffs for Poland are to be commended and Americans encouraged to support this effort; (2) the Senate supports the President's efforts to respond to the Polish food emergency and urges a continuation of this stance; and (3) European governments and peoples are urged to assist in relieving the Polish food emergency.
United States · United States Congress · 30 July 1981
Requests the President to designate the week beginning October 4, 1981, as "National Port Week."
United States · United States Congress · 29 July 1981
Amends Rule 24 of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure and Rule 47 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to entitle the defendant and Government attorney in a criminal case, or the parties in a civil case, to conduct the examination of prospective jurors, subject to reasonable limitations imposed by the court. Permits the court to conduct its own additional examination (currently, examination by the defendant, Government, or parties is discretionary with the court).
United States · United States Congress · 29 July 1981
Legal Services Corporation Amendments of 1981 - Amends the Legal Services Corporation Act to extend the authorization of appropriations for carrying out the activities of the Legal Services Corporation in the amount of $100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 1982 through 1984. Directs the Corporation to make funds available for legal assistance furnished by private attorneys.
United States · United States Congress · 28 July 1981
Amends the National Labor Relations Act to provide that the duty to bargain collectively includes bargaining with respect to retirement benefits for retired employees.
United States · United States Congress · 15 July 1981
Radiation Exposure Compensation Act of 1981 - Makes the United States liable for damages to: (1) certain individuals who resided in the vicinity of or worked on the Nevada nuclear test site and were exposed to low-level radiation during specified periods; and (2) certain uranium miners in Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah who died from or contracted acute leukemia, lung cancer, or other cancer identified by the Advisory Panel on the Health Effects of Exposure to Radiation and Uranium. Extends such liability for damage to specified sheep herds caused by the Nancy nuclear detonation or the Harry nuclear detonation. Bars actions for damages under this Act after a specified date. Grants exclusive original jurisdiction to the appropriate district court for actions under this Act. Establishes, within the Department of Health and Human Services, an Advisory Panel on the Health Effects of Exposure to Radiation and Uranium. Directs the Advisory Panel to identify those cancers and diseases that are more likely to develop in human beings after exposure to low-level radiation or after working in uranium mines. Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to appoint such personnel as may be necessary to enable the Advisory Panel to carry out its functions under this Act. Requires that the Administrator of the General Services Administration shall provide such administrative support services as the Advisory Panel may request. Directs the Advisory Panel to report its findings to Congress within one year. Exempts the Advisory Panel from the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Authorizes appropriations to carry out the provisions of this Act. Amends the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary to assess the adverse health effects resulting from the atomic weapons test program at the Nevada test site. Transfers to the Department of Health and Human Services all functions of the Department of Energy concerning the health effects of radiation on human beings.
United States · United States Congress · 15 July 1981
Requests the President to designate October 16, 1981, as "World Food Day."
United States · United States Congress · 15 July 1981
Congratulates the State of Oklahoma on the celebration of its Diamond Jubilee.
United States · United States Congress · 13 July 1981
Regulatory Improvements Act of 1981 - Sets forth a schedule for the Congressional evaluation, during the five Congresses succeeding the Ninety-eighth Congress, of regulatory statutes administered by specified agencies in the areas of: (1) energy and the environment; (2) transportation and communication; (3) banking, finance, and the economy; (4) food, health and safety, and housing; and (5) commerce and international trade. Directs the President to review each regulatory statute scheduled for evaluation and to submit to Congress and make available to the public any recommendations for revising such statutes by such means as: (1) transferring, consolidating, or eliminating regulatory functions; (2) using alternative methods such as taxes or penalties to achieve regulatory goals; or (3) requiring sunset reviews of agencies or programs. Requires the President: (1) to provide an opportunity for the head of the administering agency, regulated interests, consumers, and other interested persons to participate in the review; and (2) to consult with the Attorney General, the Secretary of Labor, the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, the Consumer Adviser, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, and other agency heads with relevant expertise in the area under review.
United States · United States Congress · 9 July 1981
National Security and Violent Crime Control Act of 1981 - Title I: Omnibus Drug Control Amendments - Omnibus Drug Control Amendments - Directs the Attorney General to submit annually to the Congressional judiciary committees a report on how reorganization of the Drug Enforcement Administration and narcotics and organized crime control policies of the Department of Justice will accomplish specified goals, including: (1) immobilizing at least one organized crime entity each year; (2) reducing narcotic trafficking by meeting annual goals; and (3) reducing the economic incentives for drug traffickers by forfeiting assets of major narcotics traffickers. Amends the Omnibus Crime Control Act of 1970 to revise and increase the mandatory penalties for using or carrying a firearm during commission of a Federal felony. Redefines such offense as using a firearm to commit a felony over which the district courts have exclusive jurisdiction or carrying a firearm during such a felony involving violence. Deletes the requirement that the firearm be carried "illegally." Increases the additional penalty imposed for such offense to five to ten years' imprisonment for a first offense (currently, one to ten years) and to ten years to life for a second offense (currently, two to 25 years). Extends to first offenders the stipulations, currently applicable only to second offenders, that the court not suspend any sentence, grant probation, or impose concurrent sentences. Makes a first offender ineligible for parole for five years and a second or subsequent offender ineligible for ten years. Expresses the sense of Congress that the executive branch vigorously prosecute such offenses. Amends the Federal criminal code to establish penalties for whoever commits or commissions a contract murder, attempted murder, or assault. Provides that a direct or indirect contract between two or more persons involving an offer, agreement, or solicitation to commit a contract murder shall constitute prima facie evidence that the act was commissioned for "anything of value." Applies the penalties for contract murder to whoever uses actual or threatened force to coerce another to commit a murder, attempted murder, or assault in violation of State law. Directs the Attorney General to designate criteria for Federal involvement in the prosecution of contract murders. Stipulates that this Act does not preempt State law in this area. Makes it a Federal offense to kill any attorney, agent, or employee of the U.S. Government employed to investigate or prosecute violations of Federal criminal statutes or any employee of the Intelligence Community. Establishes a new offense of assaulting, kidnapping, murdering, or threatening the relative of any Federal employee covered by the current assault statute, with intent to interfere with such employee's official duties. Amends the obstruction of justice statute to expand the class of persons protected from coercion to include potential witnesses and informants (current law protects actual witnesses). Amends the Freedom of Information Act to expand the exception relating to informants to limit disclosure of information which "tends to disclose" an informant's identity. Amends the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure to permit a court to reduce a sentence of a cooperating defendant upon application of a U.S. Attorney. Amends the wiretap statute to require a judge to review in camera any information as to previous wiretap applications which might compromise a current or pending case or investigation. Amends the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure to permit disclosure of Federal grand jury information to a State or local law enforcement official who is assisting a U.S. Attorney in the enforcement of Federal criminal law. Amends the Federal criminal code to establish a mandatory term of imprisonment whenever: (1) serious bodily injury resulted from the defendant's participation in the offense; or (2) the offense is a felony and the defendant was previously convicted of a Federal or State felony, unless a substantial period of time has elapsed. Amends the Bail Reform Act of 1966 to authorize the court, after a due process hearing, to order the detention of a defendant charged with a dangerous or violent offense upon finding that: (1) there is a substantial probability that the defendant committed the offense; and (2) there is clear and convincing evidence that the person is likely to flee or is a danger to another person or the community, and that no release conditions will reasonably assure such person's appearance or the safety of another person or the community. Permits the court to consider the safety of any other person or the community in determining release conditions. Adds to those factors to be considered by the judge in making a release or detention determination: (1) the individual's past conduct, illegal drug use, and conviction record; and (2) whether he was on probation, parole, or other release when arrested. Authorizes a judge to detain for up to ten days a person charged with an offense if it appears that such person: (1) may flee or pose a danger to another person or the community; and (2) is on pretrial release for a Federal or State felony or is on probation, parole, or other release for a Federal, State, or local offense. Amends the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) and the Continuing Criminal Enterprise statute (CCE) to subject to criminal forfeiture all profits and proceeds acquired indirectly or directly from illegal enterprises or from continuing narcotics enterprises. Authorizes the court to direct the forfeiture of other assets of a defendant, to the extent that such proceeds cannot be located or are otherwise beyond Federal jurisdiction. Permits the court to authorize redemption of such assets upon surrender of the original proceeds. Establishes a mandatory penalty of life imprisonment without possibility of parole for attempting to assassinate the President of the United States. Amends the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to require the revocation of the airman certificate of any person who violates any Federal or State law relating to the transportation or distribution of controlled substances. Provides criminal penalties for the use or sale of fraudulent certificates with the intent or knowledge that such certificates will be used to violate any such laws. Establishes criminal penalties for operating an aircraft with knowledge that such aircraft is used or intended to be used to violate any such laws. Directs the Attorney General to provide a complete report on organized crime to Congress within 60 days of enactment. Amends the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure to require the consecutive sentencing of any defendant who commits a felony while on pretrial release for another offense and is convicted of such offenses. Directs the Attorney General to move expeditiously to conduct negotiations to secure the cooperation of law enforcement authorities in foreign countries in order to deprive domestic criminals of the use of foreign havens for proceeds of crimes. Violent Juvenile Reform Act of 1981 - Amends the juvenile delinquency provisions of the criminal code to permit a juvenile to be proceeded against in Federal district court upon certification of the Attorney General that the offense charged, if committed by an adult, would be a felony punishable by a maximum penalty of ten years' imprisonment or more, life imprisonment, or death, and there is a special interest warranting Federal prosecution. Revises the factors to be considered in determining whether the transfer to district court of a juvenile over the age of 16 who has committed a felony punishable by at least ten years' imprisonment is in the interest of justice. Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize Federal assistance and training to State and local governments and private nonprofit organizations for programs and projects of proven effectiveness in improving the criminal justice system. Authorizes Federal assistance for national initiative programs of high priority and long-term impact for State and local governments, including corrections standards and accreditation, law enforcement accreditation, emergency enforcement assistance, and the establishment of a National Police Academy. Authorizes appropriations in the amount of $30,000,000 for fiscal year 1982 for such purposes. Amends the Justice System Improvement Act of 1979 to authorize the National Institute of Justice to conduct applied research in the area of rehabilitation and recidivism and review the impact that longstanding issues of procedure such as the right to a speedy trial have had on crime control. Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish a national program of group life insurance for public safety officers of a State or local government which has applied to the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration to participate in such program and agrees to withhold a premium from such officers' pay. Creates an Advisory Council on Public Safety Officers' Group Life Insurance to advise the Administration on such program. National Narcotics Act of 1981 - Establishes in the executive branch the Office of the Director of National and International Drug Operations and Policy to: (1) develop and enforce Federal Government policy with respect to illegal drugs; (2) coordinate all efforts to halt drug trafficking; (3) supervise and approve budgetary priorities with respect to drugs; and (4) direct the temporary reassignment of Government personnel to implement drug policies. Title II: Federal Diversion Act - Federal Diversion Act of 1981 - Authorizes the preparation of a diversion program not to exceed 12 months for eligible individuals charged with non-violent Federal offenses. Includes in such program, among other activities: medical, educational, vocational, social, and psychological services; corrective and preventive guidance counseling; restitution to the victim of the offense; and uncompensated community service. Includes among the criteria for eligibility that the person has not exhibited a continuing pattern of criminal behavior. Sets forth the admissions procedure to such program. Requires a person admitted to the program to waive formally all applicable statutes of limitations and his or her right to a speedy trial. Provides that upon the expiration of the diversion period the Government shall dismiss with prejudice the indictment, information, or complaint. Authorizes the Government to resume prosecution upon finding that the person is not fulfilling his or her obligations under the plan or that new facts demonstrate that the individual is unsuitable for the program. Allows the person charged to contest such a determination. States that the district planning group established by current law, with other individuals as the group may appoint, shall constitute a diversion advisory committee to plan for implementation and review of the diversion program. Directs the Attorney General to conduct research and report to the President, Congress, and the Judicial Conference of the United States with respect to the diversion program. Authorizes appropriations in the amount of $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 1982 through 1985 to carry out the provisions of this Act. Title III: Arson Control - Anti-Arson Act of 1981 - Establishes an Interagency Committee on Arson Prevention and Control to coordinate Federal anti-arson programs and to provide assistance to State and local governments for the prevention, detection, and control of arson. Directs the Committee to report to Congress on the success of its activities within 18 months of enactment. Terminates the Committee two years from the date of enactment. Requires the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to: (1) classify arson as a major crime in the Uniform Crime Reports; and (2) develop a special statistical report for arson in cooperation with the National Fire Data Center. Directs the Administrator of the United States Fire Administration to: (1) conduct a research program for the development of techniques and equipment for use by State and local fire fighting and law enforcement personnel for arson prediction, prevention, and control; (2) establish anti-arson educational and training programs for State and local government; (3) develop materials for community awareness programs; and (4) provide information relative to the prevention, prediction, occurrence, and control of arson. Authorizes appropriations for the Administration for such purpose. Amends the National Housing Act to require that FAIR (fair access to insurance requirements) plans be issued only after insurers obtain information from a prospective policyholder with respect to arson. Title IV: The Sentencing Reform Act of 1981 - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981 - Establishes as an independent body in the judicial branch the United States Sentencing Commission, consisting of seven voting members and the Attorney General or his designee as a non-voting member, to establish sentencing policies and practices for the Federal criminal justice system. Directs the Commission to promulgate: (1) sentencing guidelines, including sentencing ranges for categories of offenses and defendants; and (2) general policy statements regarding application of the guidelines. Requires the Commission to review and promulgate amendments to the guidelines, subject to Congressional disapproval. Directs the Commission to recommend changes in the grading of offenses to Congress within three years of enactment and to report annually to the Judicial Conference of the U.S., Congress, and the President. Sets forth a new sentencing structure applicable to a defendant who is found guilty of an offense under any Federal statute. Permits an individual to be sentenced to a term of imprisonment or probation and a fine, and to receive additional sanctions, including: (1) forfeiture for certain racketeering crimes; (2) an order of notice to victims of crimes in cases involving fraud or intentionally deceptive practices; or (3) an order of restitution in cases involving bodily injury or property damage. Permits an organization to receive such penalties, with the exception of imprisonment. Specifies factors to be considered by a sentencing court, including the guidelines and policy statements issued by the United States Sentencing Commission and the need to avoid sentencing disparities among defendants with similar records. Requires the court to impose a sentence within the range set forth by the Commission unless aggravating or mitigating circumstances exist that were not adequately taken into consideration by the Commission in formulating the guidelines. Requires the court to state in open court at the time of sentencing the reason for imposing a sentence at a point within the prescribed range, or the specific reason for imposing a sentence outside of such range. Sets forth a presentence procedure for an order of notice or restitution. Sets maximum terms of imprisonment for five classes of felonies (A to F), three classes of misdemeanors (A to C), and an infraction (five day maximum). Prescribes rules regarding factors to be considered in imposing a term of imprisonment. Permits a term of imprisonment to be modified only in certain circumstances. Authorizes the court to include an order limiting the criminal association of organized crime and drug offenders. Allows the court, in imposing a term of imprisonment in excess of one year, to include as part of such sentence a requirement that the defendant be placed on a term of supervised release after imprisonment. Prescribes guidelines relative to concurrent and consecutive terms of imprisonment. Sets limits on the amount of a fine for each category of offenses, including higher maximums for organizational defendants. Directs the court, in determining the amount of a fine and the method of payment, to consider the defendant's financial status. Details procedures for the modification or remission of a fine. Authorizes the imposition of a term of probation, unless such sentence is specifically prohibited, with respect to all but the most serious class of felonies. States permissible terms of probation for each category of offenses. Requires as a mandatory condition of probation that a defendant not commit another crime. Enumerates 20 discretionary conditions of probation. Sets forth provisions relative to the running of a term of probation and revocation of probation. Permits in a felony or class A misdemeanors case, unless contrary to a plea agreement, a defendant to appeal a sentence greater than the maximum allowed under the Sentencing Commission's guidelines which are found by the sentencing court to be applicable. Permits the Government, with the approval of the Attorney General or his designee, to appeal a sentence less than the applicable minimum. Authorizes the court of appeals, upon a determination that the sentence is unreasonable, to remand for further sentencing proceedings or (where the defendant has appealed) to remand for imposition of a lesser sentence or impose a lesser sentence, or (where the Government has appealed) to remand for imposition of a greater sentence or impose a greater sentence.
United States · United States Congress · 8 July 1981
Commends the disabled individuals who climbed Mount Rainier, Washington, on July 3, 1981.
United States · United States Congress · 25 June 1981
Low-Income Fuel and Weatherization Supplementary Assistance Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make grants to States to assist households with incomes below a specified level to meet home energy costs. Authorizes to be appropriated for fiscal years 1982 through 1986 to carry out such program 100 percent of all funds received by the Federal Government from collections and settlements for fuel overcharges, less all identifiable legitimate claims for such overcharges. Grants to the Governor of a State the discretion to allocate such grants as needed. Allocates funds for States, U.S. territories and possessions, and Indian tribes. Requires that a reasonable amount of such funds be reserved by each State for energy crisis intervention. Requires a State to submit to the Secretary an application for each fiscal year. Conditions allotments after the first fiscal year in which a State receives funds on the holding of public hearings in such State on the use and distribution of such funds. Requires that an applicant State agree to: (1) use such funds in accordance with this Act; (2) describe the households eligible for home energy assistance and give priority to certain households; (3) conduct outreach activities to inform people of the availability of such assistance; (4) coordinate activities with similar State and Federal programs; (5) describe the amount of assistance to be provided to participating households; (6) give special consideration in designating local administrative agencies to local public or private nonprofit agencies receiving funds under any other low-income energy assistance or weatherization program; (7) establish notification procedures in connection with direct payments by the State to home energy suppliers; (8) treat owners and renters equitably under the program under this Act; (9) use a maximum of ten percent of the State allotment for administrative expenses; (10) provide for fiscal control and fund accounting procedures and prepare an annual audit of expenditures under such program; and (11) cooperate with any Federal investigations pursuant to this Act. Requires the State to repay to the United States any amounts not expended under this Act. Authorizes the Secretary to offset such amounts against future grants to such State. Prohibits exclusion from participation in, or denial of benefits from, any program or activity funded under this Act on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap. Directs the Secretary to withhold funds from any State which does not use its allotment in accordance with this Act. Prohibits the Secretary from withholding funds from a State for a minor failure to comply with this Act. Requires the Secretary to conduct investigations in States to evaluate and insure compliance with this Act. Prohibits the use of grants under this Act for the purchase or improvement of land or for the purchase, construction, or permanent improvement of any building or facility, except under specified circumstances.
United States · United States Congress · 25 June 1981
National Library and Information Services Act - Authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 1983 through 1987 to make grants to States for: (1) interlibrary cooperation programs under title I of this Act; (2) public library services under title II; (3) public library construction under title III; (4) public library programs to meet special user needs under title IV; and (5) planning and development, public awareness, and library personnel training programs under title V. Sets forth procedures relating to such appropriations and their availability. Directs the Secretary of Education to make allotments of such appropriations to States according to specified formulas and procedures. Authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 1983 through 1987 for program evaluation. Directs the Secretary to pay from such allotments, to each State which has an approved basic State plan, an annual program, and a long-range program, an amount equal to the Federal share of the total sums expended by such State and its political subdivisions in carrying out such plan. Conditions such payment on a determination of the availability of specified sums from State and local sources. Sets forth formulas for determining the Federal share of programs under this Act (100 percent of costs under titles I, IV, and V; a sliding scale from 33 to 66 percent, based on each State's per capita income, of the costs under titles II and III, with specified exceptions for certain territories and possessions of the United States). Establishes in the Department of Education an Office of Libraries and Learning Technologies, to be headed by a Deputy Assistant Secretary. Directs the Secretary, through such Office, to carry out financial assistance programs authorized under this Act and to encourage, assist, and administer various other programs relating to library and information services. Sets forth the administrative authority of the Secretary under this Act. Requires that any State, in order to receive its allotment for any purpose under this Act: (1) have a basic State plan in effect; (2) submit an annual program; (3) submit a long-range program; and (4) establish a State Advisory Council on Libraries. Sets forth required provisions of basic State plans and long-range programs, as well as procedures for approval. Includes among requirements for basic State plans the provision of assurances that the State will pay from non-Federal sources, State and local, the non- Federal share of the sums expended under the State plan, the long-range program, and the annual program. Title I: Interlibrary Cooperation and Network Support - Directs the Secretary to carry out a program of grants to States which have an approved basic State plans and have submitted a long-range program and an annual program for interlibrary cooperation and network support programs among school, public, academic, and special libraries and information centers. Sets forth conditions for uses of such Federal funds and requirements for State annual programs for interlibrary cooperation and network support. Title II: Public Library Services - Directs the Secretary to carry out a program of grants to States which have approved basic State plans and have submitted long-range programs and annual programs for the provision, extension, and improvement of public library services. Sets forth conditions for uses of such Federal funds and requirements for State annual programs for public library services. Title III: Public Library Construction - Directs the Secretary to carry out a program of grants to States which have an approved basic State plan and have submitted a long-range program and an appropriately updated annual program for the construction of public libraries. Sets forth conditions for uses of such Federal funds and requirements for State annual programs for the construction of public libraries. Title IV: Public Library Programs to Meet Special User Needs - Directs the Secretary to carry out a program of grants to States which have an approved basic State plan and have submitted a long-range program and an annual program for public library programs to meet special user needs. Sets forth conditions for uses of Federal funds and a requirement for State annual programs for public library programs to meet special user needs. Directs the Secretary to consult with the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies to coordinate programs assisted under this title with the activities of such agencies. Title V: Planning and Development - Directs the Secretary to carry out a program of grants to States which have an approved basic State plan and have submitted a long-range program and an annual program for planning and development including: (1) public awareness programs; (2) local library personnel inservice training, continuing education, and career incentive programs; and (3) community-level recruitment and training for various library-related positions. Sets forth conditions for uses of such Federal funds and requirements for State annual programs for planning and development. Title VI: Miscellaneous Provisions - Sets October 1, 1981, as the effective date of this Act.
United States · United States Congress · 25 June 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the parties to the major league baseball strike should enter into round-the-clock negotiations to reach a settlement.
United States · United States Congress · 23 June 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) military personnel and native Americans on reservations should not have to pay tuition for their children's elementary and secondary public education; (2) local school districts with substantial percentages of students from homes where parents live and work on Federal property or live on Indian reservations should be financially assisted in meeting such students' educational needs; (3) negotiations between the Departments of Defense and Education and between the Senate Committees on Labor and Human Resources and on Armed Services are positive steps toward resolving impact aid difficulties caused by proposed budget cuts; (4) the Select Committee on Indian Affairs and the Secretary of the Interior should take part in such negotiations; and (5) a compromise leading to an equitable solution to the impact aid dilemma is in the best interests of the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 22 June 1981
Requests the President to designate the week of September 6 through September 12, 1981, as "Older Americans Employment Opportunity Week."
United States · United States Congress · 18 June 1981
Amends the Freedom of Information Act to exempt from disclosure records maintained by the Secret Service in connection with its protective functions. Amends the Federal criminal code to extend the scope of the current provision authorizing a physical zone of protection for the President to all Secret Service protectees. Establishes a new offense of threatening to kill, kidnap, or inflict bodily harm upon a former President, major presidential or vice-presidential candidate or spouse of a candidate, or member of the immediate family of the President or Vice President. Limits the Secret Service protection of the spouse and minor children of a former President to a period of six months. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to extend such protection if necessary. Extends the authority of the Secret Service to investigate fraud against the Government and offenses involving the electronic transfer of data for U.S. or foreign government funds. Authorizes the reimbursement of Secret Service agents for subsistence expenses while on protective missions on a 24-hour basis in a nontravel status. Establishes a new offense of forging endorsements on Treasury checks or United States bonds or securities.
United States · United States Congress · 11 June 1981
Saccharin Study and Labeling Act Amendment of 1981 - Amends the Saccharin Study and Labeling Act to extend until 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the period during which the Secretary of Health and Human Services may not take certain actions to restrict the continued use of saccharin or of any food, drug, or cosmetic containing saccharin.
United States · United States Congress · 10 June 1981
Condemns the violence in Northern Ireland. Urges the exploration of all possible steps to avoid further deaths in the hunger strike and to achieve an immediate and humanitarian resolution of the strike issues. Urges Great Britain to exercise greater flexibility in administering prison rules in Northern Ireland and to invite the European Commission on Human Rights or other appropriate independent parties to participate in settling the strike. Urges the political leaders in Great Britain, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland to seek the earliest possible settlement in Northern Ireland through a negotiated agreement. Requests the President to express to the Prime Minister of Great Britain, American concern for an immediate hunger strike settlement and a lasting settlement of the conflict in Northern Ireland.
United States · United States Congress · 9 June 1981
Requests the President to designate the week commencing June 14, 1981, as "National Softball Week."
United States · United States Congress · 9 June 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that at least 15 percent of any business tax cut enacted by Congress should be specially designed for small and independent businesses.
United States · United States Congress · 3 June 1981
Commercial and Multifamily Energy Tax Credit Act - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to revise the definition of specially defined energy property, for purposes of the investment tax credit, to: (1) extend treatment as a reduction of energy consumption in a commercial process to any reduction by a commercial facility (including hotels, office buildings, or educational, health care, or retail or wholesale trade facilities) in which the property specified is installed; and (2) include specified additional equipment and devices. Extends the residential energy credit to lessors of dwelling units. Reduces the amount of the credit which is allowed to lessors who take the depreciation deduction. Increases, for purposes of such credit, the allowable energy conservation and renewable energy source expenditures. Extends through 1985 the period for which the general energy percentage, for purposes of the investment tax credit, is applicable.
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 1981
Saccharin Study and Labeling Act Amendment of 1981 - Amends the Saccharin Study and Labeling Act to extend until 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the period during which the Secretary of Health and Human Services may not take certain actions to restrict the continued use of saccharin or of any food, drug, or cosmetic containing saccharin.
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 1981
Expresses the support of the Senate for diplomatic efforts to resolve the current crisis in Lebanon. Sets forth as principles to guide U.S. policy in Lebanon: (1) establishment of a cease-fire; (2) removal of all Syrian missiles deployed in Lebanon; (3) preservation of free and secure Christian, Moslem, Druze, Armenian, and Jewish communities in Lebanon; (4) reaffirmation of the historic U.S.-Lebanon relationship and strengthening of the U.S. commitment to the integrity of Lebanon; (5) generous international support for assistance for Lebanon; and (6) restoration and respect for the authority of the Lebanese Government based on national elections.
United States · United States Congress · 20 May 1981
Expresses the sense of the Senate that combating violent crime should be a national priority.
United States · United States Congress · 19 May 1981
Congratulates the Boston Celtics professional basketball team for winning the 1981 world basketball championship.
United States · United States Congress · 13 May 1981
Expresses the concern of the Senate over the attack on Pope John Paul II.
United States · United States Congress · 12 May 1981
Low-Income Energy Assistance Act of 1981 - Authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make grants to States to assist eligible households to meet home energy costs. Defines "eligible households" as those households: (1) in which one or more individuals are eligible for (a) aid to families with dependent children under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act, (b) supplemental security income under title XVI of such Act, (c) food stamps under the Food Stamp Act of 1977, or (d) certain veterans' benefits; and (2) with certain income levels. Specifies circumstances under which a household shall not be eligible for home energy assistance. Authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 1982-1986. Specifies the allotment formulas to be used to determine State allocations under this program. Reserves specified amounts to be apportioned among U.S. territories and possessions and used for energy crisis activities and outreach activities for the elderly and handicapped. Requires the Secretary to approve State plans for assistance which comply with the requirements under this Act. Directs the Secretary to withhold assistance payments to a State if there has been a substantial failure to comply with any provisions in the approved State plan. Imposes criminal penalties on anyone who violates this Act or knowingly provides false information in any report required under this Act. Repeals the Home Energy Assistance Act of 1980.
United States · United States Congress · 11 May 1981
White House Conference on Education Act - Authorizes the President to call a White House Conference on Education not later than January 15, 1982. Sets forth the purpose and composition of the Conference. Requires that the Conference be planned and conducted by an executive director, appointed by the President. Requires that a final report of the Conference, including recommendations, be submitted to the President, made public, and transmitted to the Congress. Sets forth provisions for the administration of the Conference. Authorizes appropriations. Prohibits the use of funds appropriated to the Department of Education, other than funds appropriated pursuant to this resolution, to carry out such purposes.