Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2020 This bill limits the aggregate amount of a partner's annual tax deductions for qualified conservation contributions of a partnership to 2.5 times the partner's adjusted basis in the partnership. (Under current law, a qualified conservation contribution is the contribution of a qualified real property interest to a qualified organization exclusively for conservation purposes.) The limitation applies for the first three taxable years after the individual becomes a partner in the partnership. It does not apply to certain family partnerships.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 797 (116th)passed

A resolution honoring the life and achievements of former United States Senator Paul Spyros Sarbanes and expressing condolences to the family of Paul Spyros Sarbanes on his passing.

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 2020

This resolution mourns the death of former Senator Paul Spyros Sarbanes and requests that an enrolled copy of this resolution be transmitted to the family of the Senator.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 787 (116th)passed

A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children waiting for adoption, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

United States · United States Congress · 2 December 2020

This resolution expresses support for National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day and encourages people to consider adoption.

Bill· SS. 4939 (116th)referred

Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2020

Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act This bill requires the Department of State to report to Congress within 60 days indicating (1) whether the Muslim Brotherhood meets the criteria for designation as a foreign terrorist organization; and (2) if not, which criteria have not been met.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 774 (116th)passed

A resolution honoring the United Nations World Food Programme on the occasion of being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.

United States · United States Congress · 16 November 2020

This resolution expresses the Senate's affirmation of and commitment to the mission of the United Nations World Food Programme on the occasion of its being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 769 (116th)passed

A resolution recognizing October 2020 as "National Principals Month".

United States · United States Congress · 12 November 2020

This resolution (1) recognizes October 2020 as National Principals Month and supports its goals and ideals; and (2) honors the contributions of principals in elementary, middle, and high schools in the United States.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 770 (116th)passed

A resolution honoring the life of Mark Andrews, former United States Senator for the State of North Dakota.

United States · United States Congress · 12 November 2020

This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the death of former Senator Mark Andrews and requests that an enrolled copy of this resolution be transmitted to the family of the Senator.

Bill· SS. 4845 (116th)referred

Agricultural Emissions Data Act of 2020

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 2020

Agricultural Emissions Data Act of 2020 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to conduct surveys and data analysis to collect agricultural subsector-specific information and data regarding (1) the prevention, reduction, and mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, including livestock emissions reductions; (2) soil carbon sequestration; and (3) forest wood and tree carbon sequestration. Additionally, the establishment of federal agricultural baselines for the prevention, reduction, and mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, soil carbon sequestration, and forest wood and tree carbon sequestration must be determined by modeling based on the information and data collected by USDA. USDA must submit to the Environmental Protection Agency and other appropriate federal agencies, and make publicly available, the results of the surveys.

Bill· SS. 4840 (116th)referred

Ensuring Parity in MA for Audio-Only Telehealth Act of 2020

United States · United States Congress · 21 October 2020

Ensuring Parity in MA for Audio-Only Telehealth Act of 2020 This bill allows audio-only diagnoses that are made via telehealth to be used for purposes of determining risk adjustments to payments under Medicare Advantage. Additionally, the bill requires payments for Medicare telehealth services that are furnished during the public health emergency relating to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) to be made in the same amounts as those for in-person services.

Bill· SS. 4792 (116th)referred

RISER Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 October 2020

Remove Impediments for a Successful Economic Recovery Act or the RISER Act This bill extends the deadline for the use of sums from the Coronavirus Relief Fund for states or local governments that use such funds to respond to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) public health emergency in accordance with a qualifying economic development plan until December 31, 2022 (currently, funds may be used for costs incurred through December 30, 2020). The plan must be approved by the state or the governing board of a university before December 30, 2020. Such funds may be used, in accordance with such plan, for costs of the state or local government that are necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergency and were not accounted for in the budget most recently approved as of this bill's enactment.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 732 (116th)passed

A resolution designating November 7, 2020, as "National Bison Day".

United States · United States Congress · 30 September 2020

This resolution designates November 7, 2020, as National Bison Day.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 731 (116th)passed

A resolution supporting Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 22, 2020

United States · United States Congress · 30 September 2020

This resolution expresses support for Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of after-school programs held on October 22, 2020.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 736 (116th)passed

A resolution designating September 2020 as "National Kinship Care Month".

United States · United States Congress · 30 September 2020

This resolution designates September 2020 as National Kinship Care Month and encourages community stakeholders to work together to improve well-being for vulnerable children and families.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 741 (116th)passed

A resolution designating October 30, 2020, as a national day of remembrance for the workers of the nuclear weapons program of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 30 September 2020

This resolution designates October 30, 2020, as a national day of remembrance for workers of the nuclear weapons program, including uranium workers.

Bill· SS. 4751 (116th)referred

Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2020

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2020

Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 20 20 This bill limits the aggregate amount of a partner's annual tax deductions for qualified conservation contributions of a partnership to 2.5 times the partner's adjusted basis in the partnership. (Under current law, a qualified conservation contribution is the contribution of a qualified real property interest to a qualified organization exclusively for conservation purposes.) The limitation applies for the first three taxable years after the individual becomes a partner in the partnership. It does not apply to certain family partnerships.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 716 (116th)passed

A resolution designating the week of October 5 through October 9, 2020, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

United States · United States Congress · 24 September 2020

This resolution designates the week of October 5-October 9, 2020, as Malnutrition Awareness Week and recognizes the work of nutrition professionals and others in advancing awareness and prevention of malnutrition. It also recognizes the importance of federal nutrition programs and other efforts in preventing and treating malnutrition, particularly during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 707 (116th)passed

A resolution recognizing September 1, 2020, as "National Poll Worker Recruitment Day".

United States · United States Congress · 17 September 2020

This resolution recognizes September 1, 2020, as National Poll Worker Recruitment Day.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 709 (116th)referred

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the August 13, 2020, and September 11, 2020, announcements of the establishment of full diplomatic relations between the State of Israel and the United Arab Emirates and the State of Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain are historic achievements.

United States · United States Congress · 17 September 2020

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the establishment of full diplomatic relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and between Israel and Bahrain are historic achievements. Further, it encourages other Arab nations to establish full relations with Israel, and it reaffirms the Senate's support for a negotiated, two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 690 (116th)passed

A resolution designating September 2020 as "National Workforce Development Month".

United States · United States Congress · 14 September 2020

This resolution designates September 2020 as National Workforce Development Month.

Bill· SS. 4422 (116th)referred

Connecting Minority Communities Act of 2020

United States · United States Congress · 4 August 2020

Connecting Minority Communities Act of 2020 This bill establishes the Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives, the Connecting Minority Communities Task Force, and the Connecting Minority Communities Pilot Program to facilitate, foster, and fund broadband internet access service and digital literacy in minority communities.

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 42 (116th)referred

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2020, be observed as the 130th anniversary of the 1890 Land-Grant Educational Institutions.

United States · United States Congress · 30 July 2020

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that (1) the 130th year anniversary of the 1890 Land-Grant Educational Institutions should be observed with appropriate ceremonies and activities to recognize the collective contributions that these 19 historically Black federal land-grant educational institutions have made to the United States, (2) the Department of Agriculture and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture should remain committed to supporting the goals of the Second Morrill Act and the Smith-Lever Act, and (3) the Second Morrill Act and the Smith-Lever Act have helped the United States develop agricultural leaders.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 660 (116th)passed

A resolution honoring and commemorating the life and legacy of Representative John Lewis.

United States · United States Congress · 28 July 2020

This resolution declares that (1) the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable John Lewis, a late Member of the House of Representatives; and (2) when the Senate adjourns on July 28, 2020, it will stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable John Lewis.

Bill· SS. 4258 (116th)referred

SOS Act

United States · United States Congress · 22 July 2020

Save our Stages Act or the SOS Act This bill authorizes the Small Business Administration (SBA) to make grants to eligible live venue operators, producers, promoters, or talent representatives to address the economic effects of the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic on certain live venues. Specifically, the SBA may make (1) an initial grant of up to $12 million dollars to an eligible operator, promoter, producer, or talent representative; and (2) a supplemental grant that is equal to 50% of the initial grant. An initial grant must be used for costs incurred between March 1, 2020, and December 31, 2020, but a supplemental grant may be used for expenses incurred through June 30, 2021. Such grants shall be used for specified expenses such as payroll costs, rent, utilities, and personal protective equipment.

Bill· SS. 4174 (116th)referred

Postal Service Emergency Assistance Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 July 2020

Postal Service Emergency Assistance Act This bill provides emergency funding for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). Specifically, it establishes and makes appropriations to a Postal Service COVID-19 Emergency Fund from which the Department of the Treasury shall transfer up to $25 billion certified by the USPS as necessary to cover lost revenue or operational expenses resulting from the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic. Treasury shall lend the USPS, under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, up to $10 billion at the request of the USPS subject to the terms and conditions of the note purchase agreement between the USPS and the Federal Financing Bank in effect on September 29, 2018. The USPS shall, in coordination with its Board of Governors, develop a plan to ensure the long-term solvency of the USPS.

Bill· SS. 4150 (116th)referred

Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 July 2020

Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services Act This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to provide grants and other forms of emergency assistance to certain providers of transportation services that have experienced a significant revenue loss as a direct or indirect result of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). Treasury must ensure equal access to the assistance for small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses. As a condition of receipt of assistance, Treasury must require that a provider of transportation services agree to (1) use the funds, on a priority basis, to maintain through December 31, 2020, pay, paid administrative leave, and benefits to all employees after making any adjustments required for retirement or voluntary employee separation; and (2) recall or rehire any employee laid off, furloughed, or terminated because of reduced service as a result of COVID-19, to the extent warranted by increased service levels.

Law· SS. 4054 (116th)open

United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2020

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2020

United States Grain Standards Reauthorization Act of 2020 This bill reauthorizes through FY2025 the United States Grain Standards Act, which authorizes the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish official marketing standards for grains, and to provide procedures for grain inspection and weighing. Additionally, the bill requires a state agency to notify customers or applicants for weighing or inspection services if it intends to temporarily discontinue the services; extends the authority of USDA to collect fees to fund official inspections and provide official weighing services through FY2025; extends the cap on the administrative and supervisory costs through FY2025; requires USDA to publish quarterly reports describing data from the tests and inspections for intrinsic quality factors (including protein, oil, and starch) and food safety factors; requires USDA to publish quarterly reports including the number of certain waivers and exceptions that were requested and granted; prohibits the use of user fees for activities related to the development or maintenance of grain standards, or for any activity that is not directly related to the performance of an official inspection or weighing service; provides that members of the advisory committee with respect to the act may serve up to two consecutive terms and extends the authorization of the committee through FY2025; and requires USDA to conduct a comprehensive nationwide review of the official agency geographical areas.

Bill· SS. 3985 (116th)open

JUSTICE Act

United States · United States Congress · 17 June 2020

Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere Act of 2020 or the JUSTICE Act This bill addresses policies and issues regarding policing practices and law enforcement accountability. The bill funds state and local grants, incentivizes state and local reporting on the use of certain policing practices, creates new federal offenses for certain misconduct, establishes a commission to study the conditions affecting Black men and boys, and establishes best practices and training requirements.

Bill· SS. 3986 (116th)referred

A bill to approve certain advanced biofuel registrations, to require the consideration of certain advanced biofuel pathways, and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 17 June 2020

This bill sets forth an approval process for advanced biofuel registrations and directs the Environmental Protection Agency to take final action on certain pending petitions for renewable fuel pathways.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 618 (116th)passed

A resolution designating June 2020 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2020, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

United States · United States Congress · 15 June 2020

This resolution designates June 2020 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2020, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The resolution supports (1) the education of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, their families, and the public about post-traumatic stress; and (2) efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to foster cultural change around the issue of post-traumatic stress. The resolution also encourages the leadership of the Armed Forces to support treatment of members of the Armed Forces who suffer from post-traumatic stress.

Bill· SS. 3814 (116th)open

RESTART Act

United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2020

Reviving the Economy Sustainably Towards A Recovery in Twenty-twenty Act or the RESTART Act This bill extends the Paycheck Protection Program, established to support small businesses in response to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019), for certain businesses, and it establishes a loan program whereby the Small Business Administration (SBA) shall guarantee loan amounts to certain businesses affected by COVID-19. Specifically, the bill provides a paycheck protection loan recipient with 16 weeks to use such funds if the recipient has (1) less than 500 full-time employees, and (2) suffered a decline in revenues of at least 25%. The bill also establishes a loan program whereby the SBA shall guarantee 100% of program loan amounts made to certain small businesses that have not more than 5,000 full-time employees. The terms for such loans shall include (1) a maximum duration of not more than seven years; (2) an amount that is not greater than 45% of 2019 gross receipts, up to $12 million; and (3) no payment on principal for the first two years of the loan. A lender that is otherwise approved to make paycheck protection loans may make and approve loans established by the bill, and a recipient may use loan funds for specified allowable expenses including payroll costs, rent, utilities, and personal protective equipment. Such loans may be forgiven up to the amount of total losses incurred by the recipient in the taxable year 2020.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 598 (116th)passed

A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2020

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Foster Care Month and for the designation of May 31, 2020, as National Foster Parent Appreciation Day.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 583 (116th)open

A resolution honoring the life and achievements of former United States Senator Thomas Allen Coburn and expressing condolences to the family of Thomas Allen Coburn on his passing.

United States · United States Congress · 19 May 2020

This resolution declares that the Senate (1) has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Thomas Allen Coburn, former member of the U.S. Senate; (2) recognizes his life and achievements; and (3) expresses condolences to the family of the former Senator on his passing. Furthermore, this resolution declares that when the Senate adjourns on May 19, 2020, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable Thomas Allen Coburn.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 582 (116th)passed

A resolution designating Michael P. DiSilvestro as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate.

United States · United States Congress · 19 May 2020

This resolution designates Michael P. DiSilvestro as Director Emeritus of Senate Security of the United States Senate, effective May 23, 2020.