Idaho Congressional Bills

passed · Idaho · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 671: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

SRES 671 is a ceremonial Senate resolution supporting the designation of April 28-May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week." It honors small businesses and entrepreneurs across the U.S. for their economic contributions, noting they support over 62 million jobs through 33 million businesses. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of small businesses' resilience and role in strengthening local economies. As a symbolic gesture with no new policies or funding, it does not impose requirements or directly affect specific entities.

Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 73 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4240: No Bailouts for Campus Criminals Act

This bill prohibits federal student loan forgiveness for individuals convicted of crimes related to protests at colleges or universities. Specifically, it blocks loan forgiveness under the Higher Education Act or other Department of Education programs for people convicted of offenses under federal or state law tied to protest conduct at higher education institutions. It applies to federal student loans (including those under the Higher Education Act and Health Education Assistance Loans) but does not affect repayment requirements. The policy directly targets loan forgiveness eligibility, not loan repayment, for those convicted of protest-related offenses.

Topics ✗ Education

Tom Cotton (R) · 21 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4258: Protect and Serve Act of 2024

This bill creates a new federal criminal offense for assaults on law enforcement officers that cause serious injury or involve specific circumstances like crossing state lines, using interstate commerce, or employing firearms. It increases penalties to up to 10 years in prison for assaults causing serious injury, with life imprisonment if death occurs or kidnapping/killing is involved. The bill requires the Attorney General to certify federal prosecution is necessary before proceeding, unless states lack jurisdiction or have requested federal involvement. It directly affects law enforcement officers (including federal, state, and local) by establishing new federal penalties for certain assaults against them.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

Thom Tillis (R) · 20 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4237: ELITE Vehicles Act

The ELITE Vehicles Act would repeal federal tax credits for purchasing electric vehicles and related infrastructure. Specifically, it eliminates the existing credit for new electric vehicles (previously under Section 30D), the credit for previously-owned clean vehicles (Section 25E), and the credit for commercial clean vehicles (Section 45W). It also removes electric vehicle recharging stations from the alternative fuel refueling credit. These changes would take effect 30 days after enactment, directly affecting individuals and businesses that currently claim these tax benefits when buying or installing qualifying electric vehicle equipment.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Technology ✗ Transportation

John Barrasso (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · House May 2, 2024

HR 8231: James Earl Jones Congressional Gold Medal Act

HR 8231, the James Earl Jones Congressional Gold Medal Act, authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded to actor James Earl Jones in recognition of his distinguished career in theater and film, and his role in advancing inclusion and equal opportunities for people of all backgrounds in the entertainment industry. The Treasury will strike the medal with an image and inscription of Jones, and may produce and sell bronze duplicates to cover costs, with proceeds deposited into the U.S. Mint's public enterprise fund. This bill serves as a ceremonial honor with no new legal requirements or policy changes.

Michael Lawler (R) · 194 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 74: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

This joint resolution seeks congressional disapproval of a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles (Phase 3). If passed, it would nullify the EPA rule (published April 22, 2024) under the Congressional Review Act, preventing it from taking effect. The rule directly affects manufacturers of trucks and buses by establishing new requirements for reducing emissions. The resolution does not create new standards but aims to block the existing EPA rule through a formal disapproval process.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Dan Sullivan (R) · 44 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 75: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

This joint resolution seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would set new emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles sold in model years 2027 and later. It directly affects automakers, as the rule would require them to meet stricter pollution limits for these vehicles. The resolution uses a congressional disapproval process under federal law to prevent the EPA rule from taking effect. If passed, the rule would be invalidated, meaning automakers would not need to comply with the 2027+ emissions standards outlined in the EPA's April 2024 proposal.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Pete Ricketts (R) · 48 co-sponsors

in committee · Idaho · House May 1, 2024

HR 8204: Regulatory Early Notice and Engagement Act of 2024

This bill requires federal agencies to publish detailed early notices about new regulations on their websites within 7 days of receiving an agency rulemaking ID number. The notices must explain the problem the rule addresses, justify why it's necessary (including whether alternatives like market incentives were considered), and invite public input on cost-effective solutions. Agencies must also provide these notices to the Comptroller General, who will create a public database and submit annual compliance reports to Congress. The bill directly affects all federal agencies developing new regulations and aims to increase transparency and public engagement in the regulatory process.

passed · Idaho · House May 1, 2024

HR 3397: WEST Act of 2024

HR 3397, the WEST Act of 2024, requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to withdraw its 2023 proposed rule titled "Conservation and Landscape Health" (published at 88 Fed. Reg. 19583). The bill mandates that the BLM Director must immediately withdraw this specific proposed rule and cannot take any action to finalize, implement, or enforce it or any substantially similar rule. This bill directly affects the BLM agency by halting the regulatory process for this conservation-focused rule. It is a procedural measure that prevents the rule from moving forward, without creating new policy or impacting other entities.

Topics ✓ Energy ✗ Environment

John R. Curtis (R) · 20 co-sponsors

passed · Idaho · House May 1, 2024

HR 764: Trust the Science Act

HR 764, the "Trust the Science Act," requires the Secretary of the Interior to reissue a specific 2020 rule removing gray wolves from the endangered species list within 60 days of the bill's enactment. This directly affects gray wolf populations by changing their federal conservation status. The bill's key provision mandates that this reissuance cannot be challenged in court, eliminating judicial review of the decision. The bill focuses solely on procedural implementation of a prior rule, not broader scientific policy.

Topics ✗ Environment

Lauren Boebert (R) · 25 co-sponsors

passed · Idaho · House May 1, 2024

HR 615: Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023

HR 615, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2023, prevents federal agencies from banning lead ammunition or tackle on public lands and waters managed for hunting or fishing, except in specific cases. The bill allows exceptions only if a state wildlife department confirms lead use is harming local wildlife, and the federal action aligns with state law or state agency approval. It directly affects hunters and anglers using federal lands and waters, ensuring they can continue using lead products unless a state verifies a local wildlife issue requiring a ban. The law requires federal agencies to justify any exception with state data and policy compliance in official notices.

Topics ✗ Environment

passed · Idaho · Senate Apr 30, 2024

SRES 664: A resolution recognizing the designation of April as "Community College Month" to celebrate more than 1,000 institutions throughout the United States supporting access to higher education and workforce training, and more broadly sustaining and advancing the economic prosperity of the United States.

SRES 664 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating April as "Community College Month" to honor the role of over 1,000 U.S. community colleges. It recognizes these institutions for supporting access to higher education and workforce training, particularly for local communities. The resolution highlights their economic contributions, including serving millions of students and contributing to national prosperity, but does not create new programs or alter funding. This is purely a commemorative resolution with no binding policy effects.

Edward J. Markey (D) · 17 co-sponsors

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