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in committee · Montana · Senate May 2, 2024

S 346: Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023

S 346, the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023, creates a new Office of the Special Investigator within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to investigate competition violations by meat and poultry packers and live poultry dealers under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The Special Investigator, appointed by the Secretary, will use subpoenas to probe anticompetitive practices, bring civil actions, and coordinate with the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, and Homeland Security. This bill directly affects large meat and poultry companies regulated under the Packers and Stockyards Act, granting the Special Investigator authority to pursue enforcement actions without altering the Secretary’s existing subpoena powers. The law requires coordination with existing USDA offices and prohibits actions against entities not covered by the Packers and Stockyards Act.
Jon Tester (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · 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 · Montana · 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 ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule setting GHG emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening clean energy regulations.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentSeeks to nullify EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening environmental regulations by preventing stricter emissions requirements from taking effect.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill seeks to block EPA emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements directly affecting transportation vehicle regulations.90% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · 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 ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, opposing stricter pollution limits that would advance clean energy standards for automakers.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, preventing stricter pollution controls required under the proposed rule.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements under transportation vehicle regulations.92% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 48 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · Senate Apr 30, 2024

S 4214: Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2024

The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2024 allows individuals convicted of certain Federal offenses (level A or B) or arrested for specific offenses (level A or C) to have their convictions vacated or arrest records expunged if their criminal activity was directly related to being a victim of human trafficking. The bill establishes a legal process where trafficking survivors can file motions with courts, supported by their testimony, to clear their records without needing to prove other persons were convicted. Courts must review these motions using a preponderance of evidence standard and may grant relief if the survivor demonstrates their offense was a direct result of trafficking. The law also creates a presumption of duress for trafficking survivors in court proceedings and requires U.S. attorneys to receive training on human trafficking indicators. Additionally, it mandates reports to Congress on the implementation and impact of the law, including the number of survivors filing motions and court outcomes.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpunges trafficking-related convictions for survivors, reducing barriers to reintegration and advancing criminal justice reform by protecting civil rights and addressing systemic harm.95% confidence
Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 30, 2024

HR 8160: Breaking Irresponsible Energy and Commercial Habits Act

HR 8160, the Breaking Irresponsible Energy and Commercial Habits Act (BREACH Act), prohibits the Secretary of the Army from breaching federally operated dams under specific conditions. It blocks dam breaches that would increase carbon emissions by over 10%, reduce commercial navigability of the waterway, or raise prices for shipped goods (including agriculture) by at least 10%. The bill requires the Army Secretary to consult with the Energy, Transportation, Agriculture, Commerce, and state agencies before making such decisions. This directly affects federal dam management decisions and commercial shipping interests reliant on waterways managed by federally operated dams.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill blocks dam breaches increasing carbon emissions (>10%), preserving hydroelectric power (renewable energy) and preventing fossil fuel reliance, aligning with clean energy infrastructure protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill blocks dam breaches increasing carbon emissions by >10%, directly preventing actions that would worsen climate change and align with emission reduction goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill protects commercial navigability of waterways by blocking dam breaches that would reduce it, directly supporting transportation infrastructure for goods movement.90% confidence
Dan Newhouse (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 30, 2024

HR 8161: Electric Act

HR 8161, the Electric Act, prohibits the retirement of federally operated hydropower dams (managed by the Interior or Army) if such retirement would raise electricity rates by more than 10% or decrease energy reliability by more than 10% in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, or California. It requires the Secretary to replace 100% of the retired dam's baseload generation (the minimum power supplied to the grid) within 30 days of retirement. The bill directly affects federally managed hydropower facilities in the specified western states by setting strict financial and reliability thresholds for retirement decisions. It defines key terms like "baseload generation" and specifies which federal agencies (Interior or Army) oversee different dam operations. The law aims to prevent grid disruptions and rate hikes from decommissioning federal hydropower sources.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPrevents retirement of hydropower dams (renewable energy infrastructure) to maintain reliability and avoid rate hikes exceeding 10%, directly protecting existing renewable energy generation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPreserves hydropower dams (clean energy source) to prevent reliability issues and rate hikes, maintaining existing renewable generation without fossil fuel replacement.85% confidence
Dan Newhouse (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 30, 2024

HR 8158: Pinniped Predator Deterrence Act

This bill directs the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (through the Chief of Engineers) to acquire and install acoustic sound technology at Bonneville Dam to deter seals and sea lions (pinnipeds) from gathering there. It specifically prohibits using underwater firecrackers or similar methods and authorizes $400,000 for this purpose. The law aims to prevent pinnipeds from recolonizing the dam area, directly affecting dam operations and local wildlife management. It focuses on a specific technological solution for a localized wildlife management issue at the Columbia River dam.
Dan Newhouse (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 30, 2024

HR 8159: ACRES Act

The ACRES Act (HR 8159) prohibits the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from breaching any federally operated dam if the replacement energy project would require at least 5% more land area than the dam itself occupies. It directly affects federal dam management decisions and energy projects seeking to replace dam operations. The key provision requires the Army Secretary, in coordination with the Interior Secretary, to conduct a study analyzing the land area occupied by the dam before considering any breach. This law aims to prevent dam removals that would significantly expand the land footprint of replacement energy infrastructure.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentThe bill restricts dam breaching for environmental restoration by requiring replacement energy projects to not use more land, impeding river ecosystem restoration and weakening environmental protections.80% confidence
Dan Newhouse (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 29, 2024

HRES 1177: Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".

HRES 1177 designates May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls." The resolution expresses congressional support for this designation, calls on the public to commemorate affected individuals and show solidarity with families, and recommends the Department of Justice commission a new study on the crisis to update statistics since the 2016 report. It directly affects awareness efforts for Indigenous communities and families impacted by violence, while acknowledging ongoing gaps in addressing the crisis despite prior legislation like Savanna’s Act. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but focuses on recognition and data collection.
Dan Newhouse (R) · 37 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 29, 2024

HRES 1176: Expressing disapproval of the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative entered into by the Biden administration.

HRES 1176 is a House resolution expressing disapproval of the Biden administration's Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative, formalized in a December 14, 2023, memorandum of understanding (MoU) with multiple stakeholders. The resolution cites the 4 Lower Snake River dams' critical role in providing carbon-free energy for 1.8 million homes, generating over 1,000 megawatts of power, supporting 40-60% of U.S. wheat exports, and moving 50-60 million tons of annual cargo. It argues the dams should not be breached, disapproves of the administration's commitments in the MoU, and states those commitments depend on unsecured congressional funding. This resolution does not alter policy but formally opposes the initiative through a statement of congressional disapproval.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill opposes initiatives threatening carbon-free energy dams (1,000+ MW, 1.8M homes), explicitly protecting existing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill opposes Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative, arguing dams' carbon-free energy and economic roles should prevent environmental restoration efforts, resisting ecosystem protections.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill opposes initiative threatening dams critical to cargo transport (50-60M tons annually), protecting transportation infrastructure used for wheat exports and freight movement.90% confidence
Dan Newhouse (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Montana · House Apr 29, 2024

HR 8156: To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to submit to Congress an updated report on the roles, responsibilities, and practices of the Council on Environmental Quality.

HR 8156 requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to submit to Congress an updated report on the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) within 120 days of the bill's enactment. The report must specifically address the CEQ's role in the Lower Snake River dams litigation case, including whether it meets its legal duties under environmental law and whether its functions could be handled by another agency. It also mandates details on the CEQ's use of outside contractors, its reliance on non-governmental organizations, and staff connections to groups involved in environmental cases. This procedural bill directly affects Congress, which will receive the report to inform oversight of the CEQ's operations.
Dan Newhouse (R) · 4 co-sponsors
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