Alabama Congressional Bills

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HCONRES 89: Expressing opposition to the criminalization of essential health care, including the full range of sexual and reproductive health care such as abortion, gender-affirming care, and contraceptive care, and disapproving of the criminalization of pregnancy outcomes.

This concurrent resolution expresses opposition to the application of criminal laws to pregnancy outcomes and affirms that people deserve access to high-quality health care without fear of reprisal or punishment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Nikema Williams (D) · 139 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 98: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the right to vote.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment related to the fundamental right to vote. Specifically, it grants every U.S. citizen of legal voting age the fundamental right to vote in any public election held in the jurisdiction in which the citizen resides.

Mark Pocan (D) · 26 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 92: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the sixteenth article of amendment.

H.J. Res. 92 proposes a constitutional amendment to repeal the Sixteenth Amendment, which currently allows Congress to levy federal income taxes. If ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures within seven years, this amendment would eliminate Congress's power to collect income taxes except during a declared war. The bill also requires the Treasury Secretary to submit a report within 180 days of ratification with recommendations for implementing tax law changes. This proposal would directly affect all individuals and businesses subject to federal income tax by fundamentally altering the government's primary revenue source.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 86: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of a rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Definition of 'Frame or Receiver' and Identification of Firearms".

This joint resolution nullifies a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives rule published on April 26, 2022, concerning regulatory definitions and identification of firearms.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

Lisa C. McClain (R) · 50 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 82: Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Procedures for Credible Fear Screening and Consideration of Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and CAT Protection Claims by Asylum Officers".

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security and published on March 29, 2022, concerning procedures for the consideration of asylum claims and other related issues. (Among other changes, the interim final rule requires an asylum seeker subject to expedited removal to be screened by an asylum officer for a credible fear of persecution or torture, rather than a credible fear of persecution, reasonable possibility of persecution, or reasonable possibility of torture.)

Topics ✗ Immigration

Andy Biggs (R) · 43 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 53: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.

HJRES 53 proposes a constitutional amendment to ban slavery and involuntary servitude as a criminal punishment. Currently, the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution permits such punishments for crimes, creating a legal loophole. If ratified by 3/4 of state legislatures, this amendment would eliminate that exception nationwide, making it unconstitutional to impose forced labor or slavery as part of criminal sentences. The change would directly affect all states' criminal justice systems, particularly prison labor practices, by prohibiting these punishments for any offense.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Labor & Employment

Nikema Williams (D) · 193 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HJRES 48: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the rights extended by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment providing that the rights protected by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons only. Artificial entities, such as corporations, shall have no rights under the Constitution and are subject to regulation. The amendment requires federal, state, and local government to (1) regulate, limit, or prohibit election contributions and expenditures, including a candidate's own contributions and expenditures; and (2) require that any permissible contributions and expenditures be publicly disclosed. The judiciary is prohibited from construing the spending of money to influence elections to be speech under the First Amendment, and the amendment shall not be construed to abridge the freedom of the press.

Pramila Jayapal (D) · 94 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HRES 1394: Expressing support for the designation of September 2022 as "National Voting Rights Month".

This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Voting Rights Month, encourages people to uphold the right to vote, encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation, encourages the development of strategies to educate students about voting, encourages the U.S. Postal Service to issue a special Representative John R. Lewis stamp during the month of September, and invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.

Marc A. Veasey (D) · 52 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HRES 1314: Recognizing the vital, lifesaving work of crisis pregnancy centers.

HRES 1314 is a symbolic resolution recognizing crisis pregnancy centers for their work. It acknowledges these nonprofit organizations provide free or low-cost support - including pregnancy tests, counseling, and resources like diapers and strollers - to over 2.3 million people annually. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it merely expresses support, condemns efforts to undermine these centers, and calls for their protection from attacks. As a non-binding resolution, it affects no specific individuals or programs but aims to raise awareness of the centers' role.

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HRES 1228: Expressing support for the Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization.

This resolution expresses support for the Supreme Court's holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization (that there is no constitutional right to abortion). The resolution also applauds the courage of the Justices for standing by their allegiance to the Constitution and the legitimacy of the Supreme Court, and it expresses a commitment to supporting policies that continue to protect all life.

Lisa C. McClain (R) · 53 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HRES 1183: Denouncing domestic terrorist violence against religious organizations and domestic terrorist violence against groups and organizations providing pregnancy support for expectant mothers, and for other purposes.

HRES 1183 is a non-binding House resolution condemning domestic terrorist violence targeting religious organizations and pregnancy support groups. It specifically references multiple recent incidents of vandalism and arson against such facilities - including pregnancy centers and churches - occurring after the leak of a Supreme Court abortion decision. The resolution urges the Department of Justice, FBI, and National Security Council to investigate and prosecute these attacks and update domestic terrorism strategies to prevent future violence. As a symbolic measure, it does not create new laws but formally expresses the House’s stance against targeting these groups.

Brian Babin (R) · 33 co-sponsors

in committee · Alabama · House Nov 1, 2022

HRES 1144: Expressing support for the designation of June 3, 2022, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2022 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

HRES 1144 is a symbolic resolution designating June 3, 2022, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2022 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month." It does not create new laws or policies but urges the public to wear orange, promote gun safety awareness, and hold community discussions about reducing gun violence during these dates. The resolution cites U.S. statistics on gun-related deaths and injuries as context for the designation. It directly affects the general public by encouraging voluntary observance and community engagement. The bill has no binding effect or funding provisions.

Robin L. Kelly (D) · 41 co-sponsors

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