California Congressional Bills

passed · California · House Nov 28, 2023

HRES 888: Reaffirming the State of Israel's right to exist.

HRES 888 is a non-binding House resolution introduced on November 21, 2023, by multiple representatives. It formally reaffirms the State of Israel's right to exist, states that denying this right constitutes antisemitism, and rejects calls for Israel's destruction. The resolution also condemns the Hamas-led terrorist attack on Israel. As a symbolic statement, it does not create new laws or affect any specific group directly.

Michael Lawler (R) · 27 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 28, 2023

HRES 793: Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.

HRES 793 is a resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives calling on Hamas to immediately release all 199 hostages taken during Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution condemns Hamas for the attack, the taking of hostages, and threats against hostages, while stating that holding hostages violates international humanitarian law under the Geneva Conventions. It demands the immediate release of all hostages and expresses sympathy for victims and their families. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create legal obligations but formally expresses the House's position.

Haley M. Stevens (D) · 239 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 28, 2023

HRES 683: Expressing support for the diplomatic relations required to encourage the Government of Mexico to fulfill its water deliveries on an annual basis to the United States under the treaty between the United States and Mexico regarding the utilization of the Colorado and Tijuana Rivers and of the Rio Grande.

HRES 683 is a non-binding resolution expressing the House's support for diplomatic efforts to encourage Mexico to fulfill annual water delivery commitments under the 1944 U.S.-Mexico treaty. The treaty requires Mexico to deliver an average of 350,000 acre-feet of water annually (over a 5-year cycle) to the U.S., but Mexico has historically delayed deliveries until the cycle ends. The resolution specifically acknowledges water shortages faced by South Texas farmers and urges Mexico to meet its annual obligations, while supporting negotiations for more reliable water agreements. It does not create new legal requirements but formally encourages diplomatic action to address the delivery delays.

passed · California · Senate Nov 17, 2023

S 106: Commitment to Veteran Support and Outreach Act

This bill authorizes $50 million annually (2023-2027) for the VA to award grants to states to improve outreach and assistance for veterans and their families (including spouses, children, and parents) regarding veterans' benefits. States must use funds to hire more veterans service officers, expand outreach programs, or provide training, with priority for areas lacking officers, high veteran suicide rates, or frequent crisis line referrals. Grantees must submit detailed plans ensuring equitable distribution across urban/rural areas and addressing needs of underserved veterans (e.g., Native American, elderly, women veterans), while tracking benefit application timelines and outcomes. The VA will monitor performance, require remediation plans for underperforming states, and report annually to Congress.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

passed · California · House Nov 15, 2023

HRES 871: Electing a member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

This is a procedural House resolution (HRES 871), not a policy bill. It formally elects Representative Amo to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, specifying he will rank immediately after Representative Crow on that committee. The resolution serves only to assign membership and ranking within an existing committee structure, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents. It follows standard House procedure for committee appointments.

passed · California · House Nov 14, 2023

HR 6126: Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

This bill appropriates $14.3 billion in supplemental security funding to Israel following the October 7, 2023 attacks. The funding includes $4 billion for Iron Dome and David's Sling defense systems, $1.35 billion for the Iron Beam defense system development, and $3.5 billion for foreign military financing. The bill requires regular reporting to Congress on security assistance provided to Israel and designates all funds as "emergency requirements" under federal budget law. It also modifies existing laws to facilitate the transfer of defense articles and services to Israel, aiming to strengthen Israel's defense capabilities against rocket threats.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

Kay Granger (R) · 110 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 14, 2023

HR 3506: To make technical amendments to update statutory references to certain provisions classified to title 7, title 20, and title 43, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.

HR 3506 is a technical correction bill that updates outdated legal references across multiple U.S. Code titles. It replaces obsolete citations (like "7 U.S.C. 450i") with current references (such as "7 U.S.C. 3157") in over 20 provisions related to agriculture, land management, and education laws. The bill makes no policy changes - it only fixes errors in statutory cross-references to ensure legal documents align with current code versions. This type of bill affects no specific groups or programs but helps maintain accuracy in federal law. It is purely administrative, with no substantive policy impact.

passed · California · House Nov 13, 2023

HRES 848: Encouraging the connecting of members of the Armed Forces in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.

HRES 848 is a symbolic House resolution (not a bill) urging Americans to connect with active-duty service members and veterans to support their transition from military service. It encourages individuals to reach out directly - through conversation and referrals - to help those dealing with mental health challenges, invisible wounds like traumatic brain injury, or isolation. The resolution cites rising suicide rates among active duty personnel (377 in 2020) and veterans (6,261 in 2019) as context for its call to action. It does not create new programs or funding but formally encourages personal engagement to promote access to existing support systems.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · California · Senate Nov 13, 2023

S 41: READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill extends the funding period for the READ Act program from five to ten fiscal years. It directly affects the READ Act's implementation, which provides resources for literacy development in early childhood education. The key mechanism is amending the existing law to change the duration of authorized funding, ensuring continued support for literacy initiatives through 2033. This is a procedural reauthorization with no new policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

passed · California · Senate Nov 9, 2023

SRES 459: A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

SRES 459 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month and the Friday after Thanksgiving as Native American Heritage Day, as specified in the 2009 Native American Heritage Day Act. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges Native Americans' contributions to U.S. history, culture, and society through "appropriate programs and activities." The resolution highlights historical context, including Native American cultural preservation, military service, and influences on U.S. governance, without imposing obligations on any entity. It directly affects the general public by encouraging observance during November 2023. This is a symbolic gesture, not a policy change.

Brian Schatz (D) · 43 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 7, 2023

HRES 845: Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel.

This resolution (HRES 845) formally censures Representative Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for specific statements she made regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel. The resolution cites her October 8 comments falsely linking U.S. aid to the attack, her October 18 defense of a false claim about an Israeli hospital bombing, and her November 3 social media post featuring the phrase "from the river to the sea," which the resolution characterizes as a call for Israel's destruction. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact new policy but serves as a formal House condemnation of her conduct. The censure is directed solely at her statements, not at any legislative action or policy change.

passed · California · House Nov 7, 2023

HR 3774: SHIP Act

The SHIP Act imposes sanctions on foreign entities that knowingly handle Iranian petroleum, targeting those involved in port operations, transportation, refining, or ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil. Starting 90 days after enactment, the President must block assets, deny visas, and impose penalties on individuals or companies engaging in these activities, including family members or owners of sanctioned entities. It requires annual reports tracking Iran's oil exports, revenues, and key players like shipping companies and ports. The sanctions terminate if the President certifies Iran has stopped supporting terrorism and dismantled weapons programs.

Michael Lawler (R) · 241 co-sponsors

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