Minnesota Congressional Bills

passed · Minnesota · House Mar 21, 2022

HR 963: FAIR Act of 2022

Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act of 2022 or the FAIR Act of 2022 This bill prohibits a predispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of an employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights dispute.

Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. (D) · 203 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 17, 2022

SRES 551: A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers to the lives of the people of the United States.

This resolution (SRES 551) is a symbolic recognition, not a policy change. It honors AmeriCorps members, alumni, and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers for their service across the U.S., including helping vulnerable communities, supporting education, and responding to emergencies. The Senate encourages the public to salute these volunteers during AmeriCorps Week and promotes national service as a way to strengthen communities. It does not create new programs, funding, or legal requirements.

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 15, 2022

SRES 546: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the Russian Federation, President Vladimir Putin, members of the Russian Security Council, the Russian Armed Forces, and Russian military commanders for committing atrocities, including alleged war crimes, against the people of Ukraine and others.

This resolution strongly condemns the ongoing violence, including war crimes and systematic human rights abuses, being carried out by Russia's military and its proxies at the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin. It also encourages the U.S. government and partner nations to use their influence and vote in international organizations to hold those responsible for such crimes and abuses accountable.

Lindsey Graham (R) · 25 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 14, 2022

SRES 545: A resolution designating the week beginning March 13, 2022, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

SRES 545 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating the week beginning March 13, 2022, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." It directly recognizes 35 accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) serving over 230 federally recognized tribes across 15 states. The resolution calls on the public and organizations to observe the week with activities supporting TCUs, which provide culturally grounded education, open enrollment, and workforce preparation in underserved communities. This is a non-binding commemorative measure with no new policy or funding changes.

Jon Tester (D) · 19 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · House Mar 10, 2022

HCONRES 70: Condemning threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and reaffirming support for HBCUs and their students.

This concurrent resolution condemns violence and threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating violence against HBCU students, faculty, and staff.

Topics ✓ Education

Alma S. Adams (D) · 114 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 8, 2022

SRES 539: A resolution directing the Architect of the Capitol to obtain and place a memorial plaque for the United States Capitol Police Officer William F. Evans at the north security kiosk of the Capitol.

This resolution requires the Architect of the Capitol to obtain a memorial plaque for U.S. Capitol Police Officer William F. Evans and place the plaque at the north security kiosk of the Capitol.

passed · Minnesota · House Mar 8, 2022

HRES 881: Condemning the heinous terrorist attack on Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, on January 15, 2022.

This resolution condemns the terrorist attack on Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, on January 15, 2022. It also expresses support for the affected community, commends the actions of law enforcement and emergency responders, and reaffirms a commitment to combat hate, bigotry, anti-Semitism, and violence against Jewish Americans.

Beth Van Duyne (R) · 367 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 8, 2022

S 2299: CADETS Act

Changing Age-Determined Eligibility To Student Incentive Payments Act or the CADETS Act This bill expands age requirements for the Student Incentive Payments Program, which provides financial support to cadets who attend one of six state maritime academies and commit to a post-graduation service obligation. Specifically, the bill expands the eligibility age to include any qualified student who will meet the age requirements for enlistment in the Navy Reserve at the time of their graduation. Current age requirements prohibit cadets older than 25 from participating in the program.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 7, 2022

SRES 537: A resolution designating March 2022 as "National Women's History Month".

This resolution designates March 2022 as National Women's History Month. The resolution also recognizes the celebration of such month as a time to reflect on the contributions that women have made to the United States.

Dianne Feinstein (D) · 44 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 3, 2022

SRES 534: A resolution condemning threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities and reaffirming support for the students of historically Black colleges and universities.

This resolution condemns violence and threats of violence against historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and reaffirms the federal government's commitment to combating violence against HBCU students, faculty, and staff.

Topics ✓ Education

Tim Scott (R) · 46 co-sponsors

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 2, 2022

SRES 530: A resolution designating March 4, 2022, as "National Speech and Debate Education Day".

This resolution designates March 4, 2022, as "National Speech and Debate Education Day" to recognize the value of speech and debate programs in schools. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but encourages schools, communities, and individuals to celebrate these educational activities. The resolution highlights how speech and debate develop critical skills like communication, critical thinking, and civic engagement for students. It is a symbolic gesture with no direct impact on policy or affected populations.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · Minnesota · Senate Mar 2, 2022

SRES 527: A resolution designating the week of February 12 through February 19, 2022, as "National Entrepreneurship Week" to recognize the importance and contributions of entrepreneurs and startups to the economic prosperity of the United States and the well-being of every community across the United States.

This resolution designates the week of February 12, 2022, as National Entrepreneurship Week to recognize and celebrate the contributions of entrepreneurs to the U.S. economy and to communities across the country.

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