Artificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign Act
United States · United States Congress · 20 June 2024
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United States · United States Congress · 20 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 18 June 2024
Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act or the TAKE IT DOWN Act This bill generally prohibits the online publication of intimate visual depictions of individuals, both authentic and computer-generated, and requires covered online platforms to promptly remove such depictions upon notice of their existence. Specifically, the bill prohibits the online publication of intimate visual depictions of an adult subject where publication is intended to cause or does cause harm to the subject, and where the depiction was created without the subject’s consent or, in the case of an authentic depiction, was created or obtained under circumstances where the adult had a reasonable expectation of privacy; or a minor subject where publication is intended to abuse or harass the minor or to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person. Violators are subject to criminal penalties including mandatory restitution and prison, a fine, or both. Threats to publish intimate visual depictions of a subject are similarly prohibited under the bill and subject to criminal penalties. Separately, covered online platforms must establish a mechanism through which subjects of intimate visual depictions may notify the platform of the existence of, and request removal of, an intimate visual depiction including the subject that was published without the subject’s consent. Covered online platforms must remove such depictions within 48 hours of notification. Under the bill, covered online platforms are defined as public websites, online services, or applications that primarily provide a forum for user-generated content.
United States · United States Congress · 18 June 2024
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.
United States · United States Congress · 13 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 13 June 2024
This resolution celebrates the 247th anniversary of the creation of the U.S. flag and recognizes that the Pledge of Allegiance has been a valuable part of life for the people of the United States for generations. The resolution also defends the constitutionality of the pledge.
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.
United States · United States Congress · 12 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 11 June 2024
Youth Lead Act of 2024 This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 National Institute of Food and Agriculture grants to the Girl Scouts of the USA, the Boy Scouts of America, the National 4–H Council, and the National FFA Organization. These grants must be used to establish pilot projects to expand the programs carried out by the organizations in rural areas and small towns.
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2024
United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2024
This resolution congratulates the Trine University men’s basketball team for its victory in the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III National Championship.
United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2024
This resolution congratulates the Grace College Lancers women’s basketball team for its victory in the National Christian College Athletic Association Division I National Championship.
United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2024
This resolution recognizes the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing of the Allies on June 6, 1944 (i.e., D-Day), at Normandy, France, during World War II.
United States · United States Congress · 3 June 2024
This resolution reaffirms that the United States will take all necessary measures to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and supports the imposition of robust sanctions on Iran and those involved in its nuclear and missile programs. The resolution also condemns Iran's continued obstruction of basic monitoring and verification activities by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and calls on the Biden Administration to pursue a resolution at the IAEA to formally censure Iran for its noncompliance with the Comprehensive Safeguard Agreement.
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
Synthetic Biology Advancement Act of 2024 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to establish the National Synthetic Biology Center. The purpose of the center is to provide a hub for researchers and U.S. industry partners to discover and develop science-based solutions based on synthetic biology to improve agricultural performance while (1) minimizing environmental impact, and (2) improving the overall resiliency of the food system. The center must provide grants to certain land-grant universities to carry out projects in partnership with nonprofit organizations, state entities, national laboratories, or other land-grant universities. In awarding grants, the center must prioritize certain areas of research, including microbiomes or microbes, gene editing, digital agriculture, and controlled environment agriculture. In addition, the center must establish and maintain a website with a user-friendly portal in order to disseminate synthetic biology findings and connect researchers and innovators.
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
Agricultural Biotechnology Coordination Act of 2024 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to establish the Office of Biotechnology Policy. Among other things, the office must be responsible for the development and coordination of USDA policies, activities, and services related to biotechnology, including (1) research and development; (2) communication, extension, and education; (3) regulation and labeling; and (4) commercialization, use, and trade. In addition, the office must coordinate interagency activities with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Food and Drug Administration, other federal agencies, and state agencies.
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
This resolution celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Kenya and reaffirms the strong partnership between the two countries. The resolution also (1) recognizes Kenya's key role in regional security, (2) encourages the United States and Kenya to expand trade and economic cooperation, and (3) appreciates the contributions of the Kenyan diaspora community in the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Foster Care Month and National Foster Parent Appreciation Day.
United States · United States Congress · 23 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 16 May 2024
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Carl Daniel Erskine, including his dedication to (1) the game of baseball and fans in Indiana, (2) his work on and off the field in Indiana, and (3) the various lives he improved through philanthropic endeavors.
United States · United States Congress · 16 May 2024
This resolution designates the week of May 12-May 18, 2024, as National Police Week.
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2024
This resolution designates May 7, 2024, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day to bring attention to the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills.
United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2024
Protecting Charitable Giving Act This bill increases the penalty for the unauthorized disclosure of the identities of donors to tax-exempt organizations from a maximum of $5,000 to between $10,000 and $250,000. It also modifies venue rules to allow prosecution of offenses in the judicial district in which a victim of an offense resides.
United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 9 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 9 May 2024
United States · United States Congress · 9 May 2024
This resolution condemns any decision by the Biden administration to halt the shipment of U.S.-made ammunition and weapons to Israel. The resolution also demands that the Biden administration fulfill military aid requests from Israel in order to provide the weapons needed to defeat Hamas and defend against attacks from Iran and its proxies.
United States · United States Congress · 2 May 2024
Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act This act provides for the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of Shirley Chisholm, in recognition of her activism, independence, and groundbreaking achievements in politics, including election as the first African American woman in Congress. The act provides that the gold medal shall be given to and displayed at the Smithsonian Institution. The act also authorizes duplicate medals to be cast in bronze and made available for sale.
United States · United States Congress · 2 May 2024
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of David Hampton Pryor, who served as a Senator and a Representative for Arkansas.
United States · United States Congress · 2 May 2024
This resolution strongly condemns (1) the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education (IHEs) across the United States, and (2) administrators of IHEs who have enabled ongoing antisemitism on their campuses. The resolution also urges the Department of Education to take necessary actions to ensure that IHEs are complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and that students, including Jewish students, are not experiencing discrimination in violation of Title VI. (Title VI prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in federally funded programs or activities.)
United States · United States Congress · 2 May 2024
This resolution honors the contributions of small businesses in the United States and supports the designation of National Small Business Week.
United States · United States Congress · 1 May 2024
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of Daniel Robert (Bob) Graham, former Senator for Florida.
United States · United States Congress · 30 April 2024
United States · United States Congress · 20 April 2024
This resolution designates April 2024 as Financial Literacy Month.
United States · United States Congress · 19 April 2024
Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved Act of 2024 or the JUDGES Act of 2024 This bill creates 63 new permanent U.S. district court judgeships over a 10-year period and 3 temporary U.S. district court judgeships in 2025. The President must appoint, with the advice and consent of the Senate, additional judges for specified judicial districts. Specifically, the bill creates 63 additional permanent judgeships, which are added every two years from 2025 through 2035. The state and the total number of judgeships added over the 10-year period for the state are as follows: Arizona (2), California (21), Colorado (2), Delaware (2), Florida (9), Georgia (2), Idaho (1), Indiana (1), Iowa (1), Nebraska (1), New Jersey (3), New York (5), and Texas (13). Additionally, in 2025, the bill creates three temporary judgeships in Oklahoma. The bill adds locations for where district courts must be held in certain states. Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California to be additionally held in El Centro, California; the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas (Houston Division) to be additionally held in College Station, Texas; and the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah (Central Division) to be additionally held in Moab and Monticello, Utah. The Government Accountability Office must submit reports to Congress on judicial caseloads and detention space. The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts must make publicly accessible, and submit to Congress, a specified biennial report on judgeship recommendations.
United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024
United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of Joe Lieberman, former Senator for the state of Connecticut.
United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024
Applicant Medical Reimbursement Act of 2024 This bill authorizes the Department of Defense to reimburse applicants for uniformed military service for co-payments of up to $100 per applicant for medical appointments that were required as part of the Military Entrance Processing Station process.
United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024
United States · United States Congress · 18 April 2024
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month . The resolution encourages all homeowners and excavators throughout the United States to contact 811 by phone or online before digging to help prevent unintentional damage to underground utilities.
United States · United States Congress · 17 April 2024
United States · United States Congress · 17 April 2024
United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2024
This resolution designates April 20-28, 2024, as National Park Week. The resolution also encourages the people of the United States and the world to responsibly visit, experience, recreate in, and support the treasured national parks of the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 15 April 2024
This resolution supports World Quantum Day to recognize the importance of quantum physics and encourage related education.