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Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]

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3,094 records where Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Bill· SS. 5183 (118th)referred

BE GONE Act

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2024

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 866 (118th)referred

A resolution designating October 4, 2024, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2024

This resolution designates October 4, 2024, as National Energy Appreciation Day.

Bill· SS. 5277 (118th)referred

Securing American Agriculture Act

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2024

Securing American Agriculture Act This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to assess, on an annual basis, U.S. dependency on critical agricultural products or inputs that could be exploited in the event that China weaponizes such a dependency. USDA must submit a report to Congress on the assessment, which must include recommendations to reduce U.S. dependency on China to supply critical agricultural products or inputs.  Under the bill, critical inputs include all farm management, agronomic, and field-applied production inputs (e.g., agricultural equipment, fertilizers, veterinary drugs, and seed). The bill specifies that, in conducting the assessment, USDA may not require a private entity to provide information to USDA. Further, the bill requires USDA to comply with certain confidentiality requirements and restricts disclosures of the information.  

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 838 (118th)passed

A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 17, 2024, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.

United States · United States Congress · 23 September 2024

This resolution supports the designation of November 17, 2024, as National Warrior Call Day and encourages individuals to engage with warriors (i.e., members of the Armed Forces and veterans) to connect and provide support.

Bill· SS. 5113 (118th)referred

Homeward Bound Act

United States · United States Congress · 19 September 2024

Bill· SS. 5131 (118th)referred

STRATEGIC Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 19 September 2024

Bill· SS. 5003 (118th)referred

VALOR Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 10 September 2024

Bill· SS. 4999 (118th)open

A bill to amend the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to clarify a provision relating to conveyances for aquifer recharge purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 10 September 2024

This bill modifies the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act to expand provisions concerning authorizations (e.g., rights-of-way) to transport water across public land administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for aquifer recharge purposes. Under the Aquifer Recharge Flexibility Act, the holder of existing rights-of-way, easements, permits, or other authorizations to transport water across BLM land may transport the water for aquifer recharge purposes without additional authorization from the Department of the Interior so long as the use does not expand or modify the operation of such authorizations across public land. The bill allows the holders of such authorizations to act, not only on behalf of themselves, but also on behalf of third parties to use the existing authorizations for aquifer recharge without additional authorization from Interior.

Bill· SS. 4936 (118th)open

A bill to require a study relating to the Minidoka National Historic Site.

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

This bill prohibits the Department of the Interior from issuing any authorization for a specified wind energy project in Idaho until the Government Accountability Office completes a report on potential adverse effects of the project. Specifically, the report must identify potential adverse effects on or to the Minidoka National Historic Site, wildlife, cultural resources, transportation, hunting, wetlands, and connected surface water and groundwater.

Bill· SS. 4960 (118th)referred

Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act  This bill prohibits states or localities from imposing a levy or collecting an excise tax on the sale of a firearm, ammunition, or any part or component thereof, by a manufacturer or dealer in interstate or foreign commerce. 

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 795 (118th)referred

A resolution condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

This resolution condemns the implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act, calls on the Department of Education to identify the issues that occurred during the implementation and fix those issues before the next federal student aid cycle, and urges the Secretary of Education to testify before Congress. 

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 40 (118th)referred

RESTORE Resolution of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 800 (118th)passed

A resolution condemning the attempted assassination of former President Donald J. Trump during a political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, honoring the victims who were killed and injured at the rally, and calling for unity and civility in the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 1 August 2024

This resolution condemns the assassination attempt of former President Donald J. Trump during a political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024.  The resolution also honors (1) Corey D. Comperatore, who died while protecting his family from the gunfire at the rally; and (2) David Dutch and James Copenhaver, who were critically injured.

Bill· SS. 4920 (118th)referred

LIBERATE Act

United States · United States Congress · 31 July 2024

Bill· SJRESS.J.Res. 104 (118th)referred

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".

United States · United States Congress · 30 July 2024

Bill· SS. 4717 (118th)referred

Military Moms Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 July 2024

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 739 (118th)referred

A resolution celebrating the historic anniversary of the June 24, 2022, decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

United States · United States Congress · 18 June 2024

This resolution commemorates two years since the Supreme Court's holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (that there is no constitutional right to abortion). The resolution also commits to protecting the right to life.

Bill· SJRESS.J.Res. 96 (118th)referred

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Education relating to "Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance".

United States · United States Congress · 12 June 2024

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Department of Education titled  Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance and published on April 29, 2024. The final rule addresses Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs or activities. Among other elements, the rule establishes certain definitions related to sex-based harassment and establishes additional requirements for grievance procedures.

Bill· SS. 4511 (118th)open

Guarding Readiness Resources Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 June 2024

Guarding Readiness Resources Act This bill modifies the treatment of funds received by the National Guard Bureau as a reimbursement from a state or other U.S. territory (e.g., Guam) for the use of military property. Specifically, the funds must be credited to (1) the appropriation, fund, or account used in incurring the obligation; or (2) an appropriation, fund, or account currently available for the purposes of which the expenditures were made. Further, the funds may only be used by the Department of Defense for the repair, maintenance, replacement, or other similar functions related directly to assets used by National Guard units while operating under state active duty status.