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in committee · Alabama · Senate Sep 14, 2021

S 2745: Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act of 2021

Preventing the Recognition of Terrorist States Act of 2021 This bill imposes sanctions related to the Taliban and addresses other related issues. The President must impose sanctions on foreign individuals and entities that knowingly provide significant support to the Taliban or senior Taliban members. The bill also repeals an exception to existing sanctions against certain entities related to energy, shipping, and shipbuilding in Iran. Specifically, the bill repeals a provision authorizing the President to exempt certain entities involved in the reconstruction of Afghanistan from such sanctions. No federal department or agency may take any action that states or implies recognition of the Taliban's claim of sovereignty over Afghanistan. The bill also bars the Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Department of Defense from using federal funds to prepare or implement any policy that extends diplomatic recognition to the Taliban-controlled government in Afghanistan. The State Department must designate (1) the government of Afghanistan as a state sponsor of terrorism, and (2) the Taliban as a foreign terrorist organization. Furthermore, USAID must take appropriate steps to ensure that certain foreign assistance provided in or for certain countries, including Afghanistan and Pakistan, is not going to or through any individual or entity involved in terrorist activity. The bill also prohibits using certain federal funds to provide direct assistance to any country where the duly elected head of government has been deposed in a coup or decree in which the military played a decisive role.
Marco Rubio (R) · 5 co-sponsors
passed · Alabama · House Sep 14, 2021

HR 4: John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2021 This bill establishes new criteria for determining which states and political subdivisions must obtain preclearance before changes to voting practices may take effect. Preclearance is the process of receiving preapproval from the Department of Justice (DOJ) or the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia before making legal changes that would affect voting rights. A state and all of its political subdivisions shall be subject to preclearance of voting practice changes for a 10-year period if 15 or more voting rights violations occurred in the state during the previous 25 years; 10 or more violations occurred during the previous 25 years, at least 1 of which was committed by the state itself; or 3 or more violations occurred during the previous 25 years and the state administers the elections. A political subdivision as a separate unit shall also be subject to preclearance for a 10-year period if three or more voting rights violations occurred there during the previous 25 years. States and political subdivisions that meet certain thresholds regarding minority groups must preclear covered practices before implementation, such as changes to methods of election and redistricting. Further, states and political subdivisions must notify the public of changes to voting practices. Next, the bill authorizes DOJ to require states or political subdivisions to provide certain documents or answers to questions for enforcing voting rights. The bill also outlines factors courts must consider when hearing challenges to voting practices, such as the extent of any history of official voting discrimination in the state or political subdivision.
Terri A. Sewell (D) · 223 co-sponsors
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 10, 2021

HRES 634: Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 13, 2021, through September 17, 2021, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

This resolution celebrates the contributions of small businesses in every U.S. community and supports the designation of National Small Business Week. Further, it supports efforts to provide small businesses with aid and assistance through certain programs and initiatives.
Nydia M. Velázquez (D) · 63 co-sponsors
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 10, 2021

HR 5240: Rural Health Training Opportunities Act

Rural Health Training Opportunities Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to prioritize projects in rural areas when awarding grants for demonstration projects that provide education and training to low-income individuals for health care occupations. Specifically, HHS must give preference to projects that (1) serve a rural area where project participants reside, the project is conducted, or an employer partnership commits to hiring project participants; and (2) provide project participants with transportation assistance.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcarePrioritizes rural healthcare workforce training via HHS grants, improving access to health services in underserved areas by funding education for low-income individuals in healthcare occupations.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds healthcare job training for rural low-income individuals, advancing employment opportunities through workforce development and employer partnerships.85% confidence
Terri A. Sewell (D)
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 10, 2021

HR 5232: Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act

Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue 50,000 $5 gold coins, 500,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins in commemoration of the service that working dogs provide to society. The designs of the coins minted under this bill shall be emblematic of the contributions of working dogs to society, including in detection, military service, therapy and assistance. Treasury may issue coins only during the one-year period beginning on January 1, 2023. All sales of coins shall include a surcharge, which shall be paid to America's VetDogs for general expenses associated with the fulfillment of its mission.
Patrick T. McHenry (R) · 129 co-sponsors
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 7, 2021

HR 5194: Carbon Capture and Sequestration Expansion Act

Carbon Capture and Sequestration Expansion Act This bill extends through 2031 the tax credit for carbon oxide sequestration. It also modifies carbon oxide capture requirements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends tax credit for carbon sequestration through 2031, maintaining fiscal incentive for emissions reduction projects under tax policy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends tax credits for carbon capture sequestration, promoting clean energy infrastructure and reducing emissions through enhanced carbon management.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends tax credit for carbon sequestration, incentivizing emissions reduction technology to advance climate goals per bill summary.92% confidence
Terri A. Sewell (D)
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 7, 2021

HR 5183: Low-Income Housing Renewable Energy Credit Act

Low-Income Housing Renewable Energy Credit Act This bill increases the rate of the energy tax credit for solar facilities placed in low-income communities.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases tax credit rate for solar in low-income communities, providing tax relief to lower-income areas per Budget & Taxes indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill increases tax credits for solar facilities in low-income communities, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases tax credits for solar facilities in low-income communities, directly promoting clean energy adoption and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases energy tax credit for solar in low-income communities, reducing energy costs for affordable housing residents. Explicitly targets low-income areas, supporting affordability.90% confidence
Danny K. Davis (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 7, 2021

HR 3930: Voices for Veterans Act

Voices for Veterans Act This bill expands the membership of the Advisory Committee on Minority Veterans to include veterans who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, gender non-conforming, intersex, or queer. Among other responsibilities, the committee advises the Department of Veterans Affairs on the administration of benefits and provision of health care, benefits, and services to minority veterans.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands advisory committee to include LGBTQ+ veterans, ensuring their needs are addressed in VA benefits and healthcare policy, directly strengthening veteran services.95% confidence
Suzan K. DelBene (D) · 25 co-sponsors
in committee · Alabama · House Sep 6, 2021

HR 5165: Improving Medicare Coverage Act

Improving Medicare Coverage Act This bill temporarily expands eligibility for Medicare. It also temporarily establishes a premium and cost-sharing assistance program for low-income beneficiaries. Specifically, the bill lowers the age of eligibility for Medicare from 65 to 60. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services must establish procedures to provide for automatic enrollment of qualifying individuals. Enrollment must be completed within 11 months of the bill's enactment. The bill also establishes a program under Medicare to assist low-income Medicare beneficiaries with premiums, coinsurance, deductibles, and other costs. Currently, such assistance is provided through Medicare Savings Programs, which are administered by state Medicaid programs. The bill also establishes a related special enrollment period under Medicare, expands eligibility for assistance to beneficiaries with income up to 200% of the federal poverty line, and provides for joint eligibility determinations with respect to the bill's program and the low-income subsidy program under the Medicare prescription drug benefit. The bill's provisions generally take effect six months after the bill's enactment and terminate five years later.
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 136 co-sponsors
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