Arizona Congressional Bills

passed · Arizona · Senate Oct 4, 2023

SRES 398: A resolution designating the week of September 25 through September 29, 2023, as "National Clean Energy Week".

SRES 398 is a Senate resolution designating September 25-29, 2023, as "National Clean Energy Week." It symbolically recognizes the growth of clean energy jobs (citing a 2022 report showing ~8.1 million U.S. energy sector workers) and encourages public and private support for affordable, low-emission energy solutions. The resolution has no legal force and does not create new policies or directly affect specific groups - it serves as a formal acknowledgment of clean energy’s economic and environmental role.

Topics ✓ Energy

Susan M. Collins (R) · 18 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · Senate Oct 4, 2023

SRES 394: A resolution honoring the life of James L. Buckley, former Senator for the State of New York.

SRES 394 is a Senate resolution introduced on October 3, 2023, honoring the late James L. Buckley, a former U.S. Senator from New York (1971-1977) who died in 2023. The resolution expresses the Senate's sorrow at his passing and directs the Senate to communicate the resolution to the House of Representatives and Buckley's family, while calling for an immediate adjournment in his memory. This ceremonial resolution does not create new laws or affect any policies, as it solely serves to commemorate Buckley's life and legacy.

passed · Arizona · Senate Sep 27, 2023

SRES 377: A resolution recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week and the contributions of Hispanic restaurant owners and employees to the restaurant industry.

SRES 377 is a non-binding Senate resolution recognizing Hispanic Restaurant Week (September 22-October 3, 2023) and honoring Hispanic restaurant owners and employees. It highlights that Hispanic individuals own 41,817 food service businesses (2020 Census) and represent 25.1% of restaurant workers, noting the industry’s role as a major economic driver and "training ground" for diverse workers. The resolution celebrates their contributions to the U.S. economy and acknowledges how the restaurant sector enables Hispanic workers to support families and pursue opportunity. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policies, funding, or obligations.

passed · Arizona · Senate Sep 27, 2023

SRES 376: Senate Dress Code Resolution

Senate Resolution 376 clarifies the existing requirement for business attire on the Senate floor, specifying that men must wear a coat, tie, and long pants. The resolution designates the Senate Sergeant at Arms to enforce this dress code and mandates that any future changes to the rule require a two-thirds vote of all senators. This procedural resolution formalizes current standards without altering them, ensuring consistency in Senate decorum.

Joe Manchin, III (I) · 33 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · Senate Sep 21, 2023

SRES 208: A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.

SRES 208 is a Senate resolution designating November 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day." It encourages U.S. citizens, particularly those connected to military service, to reach out to veterans through peer-to-peer conversations to support their mental health and transition from military life. The resolution highlights veteran suicide statistics (6,146 deaths in 2020) and emphasizes that isolation - exacerbated by the pandemic - increases risks for conditions like PTSD. It does not create new programs but urges public engagement to connect veterans with support systems. This is a symbolic, awareness-raising measure with no binding policy changes.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 36 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · Senate Sep 18, 2023

SRES 347: A resolution designating the week beginning on September 11, 2023, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

This resolution designates the week beginning September 11, 2023, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week" to recognize institutions that enroll at least 25% Hispanic students. It directly affects Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), which serve over 5 million students across 28 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The resolution calls for public observance through ceremonies and activities during that week to honor HSIs' role in advancing educational access, economic mobility, and Hispanic Heritage Month. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy impact but formally acknowledges these institutions' contributions.

Topics ✓ Education

Robert Menendez (D) · 29 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · House Sep 18, 2023

HR 1435: Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act

HR 1435, the Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act, amends the Clean Air Act to restrict states from implementing vehicle emissions rules that limit the sale or use of new gasoline-powered cars. It directly affects states with stricter emissions standards (like California) by adding a new definition that blocks state rules "directly or indirectly" limiting internal combustion engine vehicles as defined in federal regulations as of January 1, 2023. The bill requires the EPA to revoke existing state emissions waivers granted between January 2022 and the bill’s enactment if they don’t comply with this new definition. This creates a concrete federal standard preventing states from advancing policies that could reduce demand for conventional vehicles.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

John Joyce (R) · 83 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · House Sep 13, 2023

HR 3152: Fight CRIME Act

HR 3152, the "Fight CRIME Act," aims to maintain international restrictions on Iran's missile-related activities by requiring diplomatic efforts to extend these restrictions before they expire in October 2023. The bill mandates annual reports detailing U.S. diplomatic strategies, potential impacts of expiration, and measures to deter missile technology transfers to Iran. It establishes sanctions against foreign individuals or entities that knowingly support Iran's missile or drone programs, including asset freezes and visa restrictions. These sanctions apply regardless of whether UN restrictions remain in effect after their expiration, directly affecting foreign entities involved in these activities.

passed · Arizona · Senate Sep 5, 2023

SRES 327: A resolution designating August 16, 2023, as "National Airborne Day".

This resolution designates August 16, 2023, as "National Airborne Day" to honor the history of U.S. airborne forces. It recognizes the first official Army parachute jump on August 16, 1940, and highlights the service of airborne units from World War II through modern conflicts. The resolution calls for the American public to observe the day with appropriate activities, but it does not create new laws or affect any specific group or policy. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect beyond the symbolic recognition.

passed · Arizona · Senate Jul 27, 2023

SRES 326: A resolution recognizing August 23, 2023, as "National Poll Worker Recruitment Day".

SRES 326 is a procedural Senate resolution (not a law) designating August 23, 2023, as "National Poll Worker Recruitment Day." It formally recognizes the importance of poll workers in elections and encourages eligible citizens to volunteer for this role in the 2023 elections. The resolution has no binding effect but aims to raise awareness about the need for poll workers. It directly affects the public by inviting them to participate in election administration.

Amy Klobuchar (D) · 24 co-sponsors

passed · Arizona · Senate Jul 27, 2023

S 1387: Project Safe Neighborhoods Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes the Project Safe Neighborhoods program, which helps local law enforcement reduce violent crime, through fiscal years 2024-2028. It allows funding to be used for hiring crime analysts, covering overtime for officers and prosecutors, and purchasing crime-fighting technology. The bill also requires the Attorney General to annually report to Congress on how funds are spent, prosecution outcomes, community outreach, and specific violent crime statistics (like murder and assault) in each participating area. This directly affects all 94 federal judicial districts across the U.S. and their law enforcement partners.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · Arizona · Senate Jul 18, 2023

SRES 269: A resolution designating July 22, 2023, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".

SRES 269 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating July 22, 2023, as "National Day of the American Cowboy." It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but encourages the general public to observe the day through ceremonies and activities. The resolution highlights the cultural significance of cowboys, citing their embodiment of values like honesty and work ethic, their economic contributions through ranching, and their role in American traditions and media. This is a ceremonial designation with no direct policy impact or funding changes.

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