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Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]

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3,396 records where Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] is listed as a sponsor, author, or other actor. Search with topics and years

Bill· SS. 4101 (118th)referred

PEAKS Act

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 2024

Bill· SS. 4009 (118th)referred

Veterans STAND Act

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 2024

Bill· SS. 4004 (118th)referred

PAST Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 2024

Prevent All Soring Tactics Act of 2024 or the PAST Act of 2024 This bill addresses the practice of soring horses. The soring of horses includes various actions taken on horses' limbs to produce higher gaits that may cause pain, distress, inflammation, or lameness. Specifically, the bill expands soring regulation and enforcement at horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, including by establishing a new system for inspecting horses for soring. In addition, the bill increases penalties for violations.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 597 (118th)passed

A resolution recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 19 March 2024

This resolution celebrates the successes of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women and the contributions they have made in the United States. The resolution also recognizes the importance of providing for the safety and upholding the interests of these women.

Law· SS. 3959 (118th)enacted

Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024

Transportation Security Screening Modernization Act This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to streamline the process for individuals applying for or renewing enrollment in multiple security threat assessment (STA) programs, in particular the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and the Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) programs. Among other things, the TSA must permit an individual to enroll at a TSA-authorized enrollment center once and use the application, as well as information generated by TSA’s vetting, to enroll in any other programs; permit an individual to enroll in more than one STA program at the same time for a single fee that is less than the combined fee for applying to the same programs separately; provide for a streamlined and expeditious renewal process; and provide states the expiration dates for each individual’s STA to ensure commercial driver's licenses include an individual's current HME status. Additionally, the TSA must publish on its website information relating to the streamlining of the enrollment system. If the TSA determines it is necessary to implement these changes through rulemaking, the bill provides for an expedited rulemaking process.

Bill· SS. 3940 (118th)referred

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2024 This bill modifies the first-time homebuyer tax credit. It allows a first-time homebuyer of a principal residence a tax credit for 10% of the purchase price of the residence, not to exceed $15,000. The bill revises the income formula for determining the maximum allowable credit amount, replaces the limitation on the credit based on purchase price (currently $800,000) with a limitation based on area median purchase price, and revises rules relating to transfer and recapture of the credit and to members of the Armed Forces. 

Bill· SS. 3953 (118th)referred

NURSE Act

United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024

Nurses for Under-Resourced Schools Everywhere Act or the NURSE Act This bill establishes a demonstration grant program through which the Department of Education must award matching funds to increase the number of school nurses in public elementary and secondary schools served by a local educational agency in which at least 20% of students are eligible to participate in the school lunch program.

Bill· SS. 3961 (118th)referred

SAFE Act

United States · United States Congress · 14 March 2024

Bill· SS. 3933 (118th)referred

Laken Riley Act

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 2024

Laken Riley Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain certain non-U. S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) who have been arrested for burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. The bill also authorizes states to sue the federal government for decisions or alleged failures related to immigration enforcement. Under this bill, DHS must detain an individual who (1) is unlawfully present in the United States or did not possess the necessary documents when applying for admission; and (2) has been charged with, arrested for, convicted for, or admits to having committed acts that constitute the essential elements of burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. The bill also authorizes state governments to sue for injunctive relief over certain immigration-related decisions or alleged failures by the federal government if the decision or failure caused the state or its residents harm, including financial harm of more than $100. Specifically, the state government may sue the federal government over a decision to release a non-U. S. national from custody; failure to fulfill requirements relating to inspecting individuals seeking admission into the United States, including requirements related to asylum interviews; failure to fulfill a requirement to stop issuing visas to nationals of a country that unreasonably denies or delays acceptance of nationals of that country; violation of limitations on immigration parole, such as the requirement that parole be granted only on a case-by-case basis; or failure to detain an individual who has been ordered removed from the United States.

Bill· SS. 3902 (118th)referred

Appraisal Industry Improvement Act

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 2024

Appraisal Industry Improvement Act This bill revises the federal regulation of real estate appraisers by expanding eligibility criteria to perform appraisals, specifying training requirements, and providing for grants. The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council’s Appraisal Subcommittee oversees state licensing and certification of appraisers and maintains a registry of appraisers eligible to perform appraisals tied to mortgages involving federally backed programs, federally insured banks, or government sponsored enterprises. The bill allows federal employees who are certified or licensed as an appraiser to perform appraisals in states and territories other than the state or territory in which they are certified or licensed. The bill also provides requirements for qualifying education for appraisers. The bill expands the national appraiser registry to include trainees with state credentials. The bill allows the Appraisal Subcommittee to make grants to state appraiser certifying and licensing agencies for the purpose of addressing appraiser workforce needs. The bill also adds representation on the subcommittee from the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Rural Housing Service of the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Bill· SJRESS.J.Res. 62 (118th)open

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay".

United States · United States Congress · 26 February 2024

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) titled Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay and published on November 14, 2023. The final rule allows for the importation of fresh (chilled or frozen) beef from Paraguay into the United States under certain conditions. The United States prohibits or restricts the importation of certain animals and animal products to prevent the introduction of various animal diseases, including foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). In response to a request from Paraguay to allow the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay into the United States, APHIS conducted a risk analysis. APHIS concluded that fresh beef could be safely imported from Paraguay, provided that certain conditions are met. These conditions include that (1) FMD has not been diagnosed in the exporting region within the previous 12 months; (2) the meat originated from premises where FMD has not been present during the lifetime of any bovines slaughtered for U.S. meat export; and (3) APHIS may periodically conduct on-site evaluations and subsequent inspections of the slaughter facilities, records, and operations.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 547 (118th)referred

A resolution acknowledging the two-year anniversary of Russia's further invasion of Ukraine and expressing support for the people of Ukraine.

United States · United States Congress · 8 February 2024

This resolution reaffirms the support of the United States for the full territorial integrity of Ukraine. It also (1) expresses condolences to the people of Ukraine for the loss of life since Russia's further invasion began in February, 2022; (2) acknowledges that a sovereign Ukraine is necessary for peace and stability in Europe and around the world; (3) commends NATO and the international community for efforts to support human rights, democracy, and peace in Ukraine; and (4) encourages the United States and the transatlantic community to continue to stand up to Russia's illegal war.

Bill· SS. 3711 (118th)referred

Protect Innocent Victims Of Taxation After Fire Act

United States · United States Congress · 31 January 2024

Protect Innocent Victims Of Taxation After Fire Act  This bill excludes from gross income, for income tax purposes, any amount received by an individual taxpayer as a qualified wildfire relief payment. Such payments are compensation for losses, expenses, or damages (including compensation for additional living expenses, certain lost wages, personal injury, death, or emotional distress) incurred as a result of a qualified wildfire disaster. The exclusion only apples to payments received after 2019, and before January 1, 2026.   

Bill· SS. 3612 (118th)referred

Access to Family Building Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 January 2024

Access to Family Building Act This bill provides a statutory right to access assisted reproductive technology (e.g., in vitro fertilization). Specifically, under the bill, individuals have the right to access assisted reproductive technology, and to retain all rights with respect to the use or disposition of reproductive genetic materials (e.g., eggs or sperm), without prohibitions or unreasonable restrictions. Health care providers and insurers also have the right to provide and cover these services, respectively. The bill does not affect state or local health and safety regulations that achieve their purpose in the least restrictive manner possible. The Department of Justice may bring civil actions against states, localities, or government officials or entities that enact or enforce limitations or requirements that violate this bill. Individuals and health care providers who are affected by violations may also bring civil actions for relief.

Bill· SS. 3606 (118th)open

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 17 January 2024

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2024 This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) and expands the activities federal agencies must conduct under the program, including activities relating to secondary effects of earthquakes and post-earthquake infrastructure performance.  NEHRP is a coordinated earthquake hazards reduction program of four federal agencies: the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the U.S. Geological Survey, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the National Science Foundation. Under NEHRP, these agencies are required to conduct various activities relating to earthquakes, including advancing warning systems, hazard reduction measures, and research to improve understanding of earthquakes and their effects. The bill expands the scope of the activities under NEHRP, including requiring the agencies to  improve understanding of and develop resilience measures for secondary effects and multiple hazards associated with earthquakes, such as tsunamis and fires; increase post-earthquake functional recovery, which means maintaining or restoring the pre-earthquake functionality of buildings and lifeline infrastructure systems (e.g., infrastructure for water, electricity, and transportation); and assist public entities with developing an inventory, and conducting seismic performance evaluation, of infrastructure with high seismic risk.  Additionally, the bill specifically includes tribal governments in the activities conducted under NEHRP.

Bill· SS. 3556 (118th)referred

Enhancing First Response Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 December 2023

Enhancing First Response Act This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to report on certain activations of the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS). DIRS is a reporting system, activated during severe weather and other events impacting communications service, through which communications providers report outages and other degradations to service. If the system was activated for at least seven days, the FCC must issue a preliminary report that includes information about the number, duration, and nature of all associated outages. The FCC must also hold at least one public field hearing in the area affected by the event, and it must issue a final report that includes recommendations on how to improve the resiliency of affected networks. Separately, the FCC must publish a general report on (1) the volume and nature of 9-1-1 outages that are not required to be reported under current outage notification rules, and (2) the value to public safety agencies of the inclusion of visual information in outage notifications from communications providers. The bill also requires the Office of Management and Budget, by 30 days after the bill's enactment, to categorize public safety telecommunicators as a protective service occupation under the Standard Occupational Classification System. Finally, the Office of the Inspector General of the FCC is directed to publish a report on the implementation of Kari’s Law, which requires multiline telephone systems to be preconfigured to allow users to dial 9-1-1 directly from any phone without dialing any additional code or prefix.

Bill· SS. 3523 (118th)referred

Ending Unemployment Payments to Jobless Millionaires Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

Ending Unemployment Payments to Jobless Millionaires Act of 2023 This bill prohibits federal funds from being used to pay unemployment compensation to an individual whose adjusted gross income is equal to or greater than $1 million. The prohibition applies to payments under traditional unemployment compensation and the Extended Benefits program (i.e., benefits paid under the Federal-State Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 1970). 

Bill· SS. 3502 (118th)open

Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act This bill prohibits a credit reporting agency from providing a consumer's credit report to a third party in connection with a residential mortgage transaction unless (1) the third party provides documentation certifying that it has the consumer's consent; or (2) the third party has originated the mortgage, is the current loan servicer, or has a current specified banking relationship with the consumer.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 492 (118th)passed

A resolution honoring the life of the First Lady Rosalynn Carter.

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

This resolution mourns the passing of First Lady Rosalynn Carter, extends sympathies to her husband and family, and honors her contributions to the United States.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 487 (118th)passed

A resolution commemorating the centennial of the American Battle Monuments Commission.

United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2023

This resolution recognizes and commends the century of service by the American Battle Monuments Commission and its personnel. Additionally, the resolution encourages all people of the United States to visit and pay respects to those interred in cemeteries maintained by the American Battle Monuments Commission overseas.

Bill· SS. 3402 (118th)referred

End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2023

End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act This bill imposes an excise tax on hedge fund taxpayers that own a certain number of single-family residences in excess of a specified amount. The bill establishes the Housing Downpayment Trust Fund into which tax revenues from this bill shall be deposited to provide grants for down payment assistance to taxpayers purchasing a single-family residence.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 476 (118th)passed

A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.

United States · United States Congress · 28 November 2023

This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day. It also urges national, state, and regional incident management organizations to spread awareness and promote the existence of, and adherence to, state move over laws. Move over laws generally require motorists to move at least one lane over when an emergency or rescue activity is taking place on the shoulder or side of the roadway, or, if the motorist is unable to do so safely, to slow down and pass the scene with caution.

Bill· SS. 3346 (118th)open

Montana Headwaters Legacy Act

United States · United States Congress · 27 November 2023

Montana Headwaters Legacy Act This bill designates specified segments of the following rivers and creeks in Montana as wild, scenic, or recreational rivers: Smith River, Tenderfoot Creek, Gallatin River, Hyalite Creek, Taylor Creek, Madison River, Bear Creek, Boulder River, Hellroaring Creek, Lake Fork Rock Creek, Rock Creek, Slough Creek, Stillwater River, West Boulder River, West Fork Stillwater River, West Fork of Rock Creek, Yellowstone River, Cabin Creek, Middle Fork of Cabin Creek, and Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River. No land or interest in land located within the boundary of such a river segment may be acquired by the Department of the Interior or the Department of Agriculture without the consent of the owner of the land or interest.

Bill· SS. 3264 (118th)open

PRICE Act

United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023