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Bill· HRH.R. 9435 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2022
Saudi Arabia December 6, 2019, Anti-Terror and Accountability Act This bill prohibits using federal funds to support Saudi Arabia's military actions in Yemen or to conduct military officer exchange programs with Saudi Arabia. The bill also adds authorization for a $10 million claim for each victim of the December 6, 2019, shooting at the Pensacola, Florida, Naval Air Station to the United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund. The bill appropriates to the fund a specified amount from unobligated balances appropriated for security assistance for Ukraine in FY2023.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1508 (117th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2022
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3648) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate the per-country numerical limitation for employment-based immigrants, to increase the per-country numerical limitation for family-sponsored immigrants, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7946) to provide benefits for noncitizen members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 859 (117th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2022
This resolution designates December 17, 2022, as National Wreaths Across America Day and honors the Wreaths Across America project, patriotic escort units, the U.S. trucking industry, and the volunteers and donors involved in this tradition. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the service and sacrifices of veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 861 (117th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2022
This resolution condemns the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola and commemorates the service members and civilians who lost their lives or were injured in the attack. Additionally, the resolution remembers Ensign Joshua Kaleb Watson, Petty Officer Third Class Mohammed Sameh Haitham, and Petty Officer Third Class Cameron Scott Walters, who were killed in the attack. Finally, the resolution commends (1) the decision to give medals and awards to the law enforcement officers, uniformed service members, and civilians who responded to the attack; and (2) the efforts undertaken by the Department of Defense to enhance security at military installations.
Bill· HRH.R. 9425 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2022
Responsibility and Integrity in Security Clearance Act or the RISC Act This bill revokes the security clearance of a family member or financial associate of the President that was granted contrary to the determination or recommendation of an agency, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation. A subsequent background investigation and agency adjudication is required before such an individual may be granted a security clearance. In addition, the White House Chief of Staff must notify Congress if the President or any other individual grants a security clearance to a family member or financial associate of the President contrary to the determination or recommendation of an agency. The notification must be made in writing no later than five days after the decision to grant the clearance.
Bill· HRH.R. 9415 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 2 December 2022
Surveying the Heat Island Effect across Large Divisions Act or the SHIELD Act This bill provides for the Department of Defense (DOD) to direct the commander of each large military installation to analyze and report on (1) how the heat island effect (i.e., the heating effect in an area with a high concentration of structures that absorb and re-emit the sun's heat) exacerbates summer heat conditions and necessitates the increased use of air conditioning on the installation, and (2) the percentage of tree cover and plant shade trees on the property of the installation. DOD must review the reports, identify any installation that is a significant heat island, and direct the commander of any identified installation to increase the tree coverage by 10% to 30% by September 30, 2025.
Bill· HRH.R. 9380 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2022
Financial Relief for Civilians Treated at Military Hospitals Act This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (or the military departments) from attempting to collect a debt owed by a civilian not covered under TRICARE for certain emergency medical treatment at a military medical treatment facility. The bill also prohibits a military medical treatment facility from charging any fee for certain emergency medical treatment provided to a civilian who is not covered under TRICARE, or a third-party payer of such civilian (e.g., Medicare).
Bill· HRH.R. 9379 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2022
VA Work-Study Improvement Act This bill updates the Department of Veterans Affairs work-study program, including by increasing the number of hours an individual may work, modifying the minimum wage requirements, and implementing an electronic timesheet.
Bill· HRH.R. 9389 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2022
This bill prohibits the Department of Defense from paying for or reimbursing (1) any fees or expenses relating to a health care professional gaining a license in a state if the purpose of gaining such license is to provide abortion services, or (2) travel expenses related to abortion services.
Bill· SS. 5173 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2022
Financial Relief for Civilians Treated at Military Hospitals Act This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (or the military departments) from attempting to collect a debt owed by a civilian not covered under TRICARE for certain emergency medical treatment at a military medical treatment facility. The bill also prohibits a military medical treatment facility from charging any fee for certain emergency medical treatment provided to a civilian who is not covered under TRICARE, or a third-party payer of such civilian (e.g., Medicare).
Bill· SS. 5177 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 1 December 2022
Defending Religious Accommodations for Military Members Act of 2022 This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to audit the religious accommodations relating to COVID-19 for the Armed Forces to ensure all applicable federal laws, and guidance and policies of the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and each military department were followed.
Bill· HRH.R. 9365 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 November 2022
Parity for Online Student Veterans Act This bill increases the monthly housing stipend available under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program for individuals who pursue programs of education solely through distance learning on more than a half-time basis.
Bill· HRH.R. 9369 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 30 November 2022
This bill expands criminal and civil liability for violations related to electronic surveillance under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, including by making civilly liable a person who knowingly aided or abetted such a violation.
Bill· HRH.R. 9360 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2022
This bill authorizes members of the Armed Forces who served at least 12 years to transfer unused Post-9/11 educational assistance to family members.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1497 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2022
This resolution recognizes the Military Women's Memorial for its 25 years of service in documenting the service of all the nation's military women.
Bill· SS. 5144 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2022
Driver Reimbursement Increase for Veteran Equity Act or the DRIVE Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to adjust the mileage rate for beneficiary travel to or from a VA facility in relation to vocational rehabilitation, required counseling, or for the purpose of examination, treatment, or care. Such rate must be adjusted to be at least equal to the mileage reimbursement rate for vehicles that are privately owned by government employees on official business.
Bill· SS. 5143 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2022
Veterans Patient Advocacy Act This bill requires the Office of Patient Advocacy within the Veterans Health Administration to ensure (1) there is not fewer than one patient advocate for every 13,500 veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs health care system, and (2) highly rural veterans may access the services of patient advocates. The bill also requires the Government Accountability Office to report on the implementation of such policies.
Bill· SS. 5142 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2022
Healthcare for Our Troops Act This bill addresses TRICARE Reserve Select coverage and eligibility for Selected Reserve members of the Ready Reserve and their families. Among other elements, the bill provides eligibility for TRICARE Reserve Select to Selected Reserve members of the Ready Reserve who are eligible for or enrolled in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.
Bill· HRH.R. 9354 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 22 November 2022
Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2022 This bill includes any nurse registry as an eligible health care provider under the Veterans Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Under the bill, a nurse registry is a person who satisfies applicable state licensure requirements and procures, or attempts to procure, contracts or agreements on behalf of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, home health aides, companions, or homemakers under which such individuals may furnish health care-related or assistive services and receive compensation.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1482 (117th)open
United States · United States Congress · 17 November 2022
This resolution asks the President to provide to the House of Representatives copies of all documents and other communications detailing expenditures of appropriated funds directed to Ukraine between January 20, 2021, and November 15, 2022. The resolution also directs the Department of Defense and the Department of State to provide such documents.
Bill· SS. 5119 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 17 November 2022
Restoring Military Focus Act This bill eliminates the position of Chief Diversity Officer within the Department of Defense (DOD), as well as the position of Senior Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion within the military departments. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds to establish similar positions to that of Chief Diversity Officer or Senior Advisor for Diversity and Inclusion within DOD.
Bill· HRH.R. 9325 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 17 November 2022
Ensuring Quality Access to Legal Defense Act of 2022 or the EQUAL Defense Act of 2022 This bill establishes and modifies certain programs that support the delivery of public defense services (i.e., legal services for criminal defendants who cannot afford counsel). Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to award grants to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and public defender offices for public defense. A grant recipient must use the grant to establish a data collection process, develop workload limits, and satisfy specified compensation requirements (e.g., pay parity between public defenders and prosecutors). The bill also directs DOJ to award grants to nonprofits and government organizations to train public defenders, court-appointed attorneys, and contract attorneys. Additionally, a state that receives Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program funds must annually submit to DOJ information related to the legal representation of defendants in criminal cases. Finally, it reauthorizes through FY2026 the student loan repayment program for prosecutors and public defenders and otherwise revises the program, including by increasing the maximum benefit amount.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1475 (117th)open
United States · United States Congress · 16 November 2022
This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 21, 2021, that pertains to DOD and includes certain terms and phrases relating to gender (e.g., transgender).
Bill· SS. 5089 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2022
Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding VA Benefits Act or the GUARD VA Benefits Act This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for directly or indirectly soliciting, contracting for, charging, or receiving any unauthorized fee or compensation with respect to the preparation, presentation, or prosecution of any claim for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits. The attempted commission of such offenses is also punishable by fine or imprisonment.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 833 (117th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 15 November 2022
This resolution designates September 24-October 2, 2022, as Blue Star Welcome Week and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made by service members, transitioning veterans, and their families.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1467 (117th)open
United States · United States Congress · 14 November 2022
This resolution requests the President to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the use of authorities, personnel, and capabilities of the intelligence community to conduct domestic activities unrelated to foreign intelligence.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1466 (117th)open
United States · United States Congress · 14 November 2022
This resolution requests the President to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the investigation by the intelligence community into the origins of the COVID-19 virus.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1469 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 14 November 2022
This resolution directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the use of authorities, personnel, and capabilities of the intelligence community to conduct domestic activities unrelated to foreign intelligence.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1468 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 14 November 2022
This resolution directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to provide the House of Representatives any documents and information about the investigation by the intelligence community into the origins of the COVID-19 virus.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1460 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of America's veterans.
Bill· HRH.R. 9290 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
The Enrique Roman-Martinez Military Cold Case Justice Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to develop and implement uniform standards applicable to its military criminal investigative organizations that establish processes and procedures for the handling of cold cases, specify the circumstances under which cases are referred to the Inspector General of DOD for review, and establish procedures for the transfer of cases to new investigators when necessary.
Bill· HRH.R. 9287 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
Love Lives On Act of 2022 This bill extends various benefit programs and services for surviving spouses of deceased members of the Armed Forces or veterans, including by extending entitlement to dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouses who remarry, continuing eligibility for the Survivor Benefit Plan for certain surviving spouses who remarry, and providing commissary and exchange privileges to surviving spouses, regardless of marital status.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1459 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
This resolution recognizes the importance of the contributions and sacrifices made by veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1458 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
This resolution recognizes and thanks the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation for its efforts to aid underserved children and celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1457 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Poppy Day and honors past and current members of the Armed Forces and their families.
Bill· HRH.R. 9283 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 November 2022
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to annually report to Congress on the Warrior Training Advancement Course (WARTAC) of the Veterans Benefits Administration. The report must include specified elements, including information regarding the Transition Assistance Program practices of WARTAC and the hiring of members of the Armed Forces who complete WARTAC.
Bill· HRH.R. 9279 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 7 November 2022
Strengthening the Force and Fleet Through Enlisted Education Act or the Smart Act This bill removes the capacity limit for enlisted members of the Armed Forces to receive graduate-level instruction in a Naval Postgraduate School program. The Department of Defense must brief Congress on the effects of increasing enrollment of enlisted members at the school.
Bill· HRH.R. 9274 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 November 2022
Ritchie Boys Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to commemorate the Ritchie Boys (men who trained at Camp Ritchie, a War Department military intelligence training center) in recognition of their contributions to the success of the Allied Forces during World War II.
Bill· HRH.R. 9275 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 November 2022
BNA Fairness Ac t This bill excludes from gross income, for income tax purposes, the basic needs allowance of members of the Armed Forces.
Bill· HRH.R. 9262 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 November 2022
This bill requires the Defense Acquisition University of the Department of Defense (DOD) to develop training curricula related to software acquisitions and cybersecurity software or hardware acquisitions and offer the training to applicable DOD contracting officers and individuals with specified acquisition positions. Additionally, DOD must submit to Congress a plan to streamline approval processes related to information assurance and cybersecurity for software acquisitions.
Bill· HRH.R. 9256 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 31 October 2022
U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2022 This bill adds a requirement for the Department of Defense to report to Congress, as part of the U.S.-Israeli defense cooperation program to counter unmanned aerial systems, the status of U.S.-Israeli cooperation in counter-unmanned aerial system capabilities. The bill also adds a requirement to report an assessment of Iranian unmanned aerial system threats.
Bill· HRH.R. 9241 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 28 October 2022
Prioritizing National Security in Export Controls Act of 2022 This bill transfers from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Defense (DOD) all authorities regarding implementation and enforcement of matters relating to export control. Specifically, DOD's Defense Technology and Security Administration must carry out these export control activities.
Bill· HRH.R. 9237 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 October 2022
This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Vallejo, California, as the Delphine Metcalf-Foster VA Clinic.
Bill· HRH.R. 9208 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 21 October 2022
Manufacturing Jobs for Veterans Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Labor, as part of the Veteran's Workforce Investment Program, to implement the Veterans Manufacturing Employment Program to award competitive grants to three states for the establishment and administration of a State Manufacturing Employment Program. Such program must provide grants to manufacturing employers and joint-labor management organizations that provide eligible veterans with training, on-the-job training, apprenticeships, and training that leads to a recognized postsecondary credential. Eligible veterans are those who are employed by a manufacturing employer and enrolled or participating in a specified training, on-the-job training, apprenticeship, or certification class.
Bill· HRH.R. 9189 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 14 October 2022
Border Airport Enhancement Act of 2022 This bill waives the polygraph requirement for U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents for certain applicants who are law enforcement officers or members (or veterans) of the Armed Forces. The bill also requires the President to designate the Valley International Airport in Harlingen, TX, and the Plattsburgh International Airport in Plattsburgh, NY, as ports of entry.
Bill· HRH.R. 9181 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 14 October 2022
This bill prohibits the issuing of export licenses for the transfer of defense articles to Saudi Arabia under the Arms Export Control Act for one year. This prohibition includes direct munitions containers; weapon support and support equipment; spare and repair parts; U.S. government and contractor engineering, technical and logistical support services; and other related elements of logistical and program support.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1430 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 14 October 2022
This resolution condemns the atrocities committed by the Armed Forces of Pakistan against the people of Bangladesh from March-December 1971.
Resolution· SRESS.Res. 826 (117th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 11 October 2022
This resolution designates October 26, 2022, as the Day of the Deployed in honor of the deployed members of the Armed Forces and their families.
Bill· HRH.R. 9164 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 11 October 2022
Veteran Restitution and Justice Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide retroactive benefits payments for veterans with covered health conditions (e.g., post-traumatic stress disorder) based on military sexual trauma experienced during active service.
Bill· HRH.R. 9163 (117th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 11 October 2022
Advancing Justice for Servicemembers Act This bill requires authorized officials to ensure procedures and requirements for a complaint are completed within 180 days after the complaint is received for complaints from members of the Armed Forces related to harassment or prohibited discrimination. If an authorized official does not take final action on a harassment or prohibited discrimination complaint within 180 days or provide the member a written explanation of the final action in relation to the complaint, a member of the Armed Forces may seek a court order directing the military department concerned to take final action or provide a written explanation.