Nebraska Congressional Bills

passed · Nebraska · Senate Mar 26, 2024

SJRES 62: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service relating to "Importation of Fresh Beef From Paraguay".

This joint resolution (SJRES 62) seeks congressional disapproval of a specific rule issued by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) regarding the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay. The resolution targets the rule published in the Federal Register on November 14, 2023 (88 Fed. Reg. 77883), which would have allowed such imports. If passed, the resolution would nullify that rule, preventing it from taking effect under procedures outlined in Title 5, U.S. Code. This action directly affects U.S. meat import regulations and the beef industry, specifically halting the implementation of the Paraguayan beef import rule.

passed · Nebraska · House Mar 21, 2024

HRES 987: Denouncing the harmful, anti-American energy policies of the Biden administration, and for other purposes.

HRES 987 is a symbolic resolution introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on January 31, 2024, by multiple Republican members. It formally denounces the Biden administration’s energy policies as "harmful" and "anti-American," citing specific actions like canceling the Keystone XL pipeline, restricting federal land leasing for oil and gas, blocking LNG exports, and implementing mineral extraction rules. The resolution does not create new laws or affect any group directly; it serves only as a formal expression of disapproval by the House. It has no legal effect and is intended to convey political opposition to the administration’s approach to energy development.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

Dan Newhouse (R) · 22 co-sponsors

passed · Nebraska · Senate Mar 20, 2024

SRES 604: A resolution designating March 21, 2024, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".

This Senate resolution designates March 21, 2024, as "National Women in Agriculture Day." It recognizes the contributions of women in agriculture as producers, educators, leaders, and mentors, highlighting their role in farming operations, agricultural sales (accounting for 36% of U.S. farm sales in 2022), and workforce development. The resolution encourages all citizens to acknowledge women's impact on the agricultural industry and support their participation in the field through initiatives like mentorship and education. As a symbolic gesture with no legal effect, it does not create new policies or obligations but aims to raise awareness of women's roles in agriculture.

Joni Ernst (R) · 64 co-sponsors

passed · Nebraska · Senate Mar 12, 2024

SRES 566: A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2024, as "LDL-C Awareness Day".

This resolution designates September 2024 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2024, as "LDL-C Awareness Day" to raise public awareness about cardiovascular health. It encourages all U.S. individuals to know their low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) number, which is a key risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally recognizes these dates for educational purposes. It highlights existing awareness gaps, such as low rates of LDL-C testing and treatment adherence among high-risk patients. This is a procedural designation with no direct legal or financial impact on affected individuals or programs.

passed · Nebraska · Senate Mar 1, 2024

S 3577: A bill to designate the Federal building located at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, as the "Virginia Smith Federal Building", and for other purposes.

This bill (S 3577) designates the federal building at 300 E. 3rd Street in North Platte, Nebraska, as the "Virginia Smith Federal Building." It updates all official references in federal laws, maps, regulations, and documents to reflect this new name. The bill directly affects the building's administrative identity and documentation, with no policy changes or impact on residents or services. It is a purely ceremonial naming resolution with no substantive legislative provisions.

passed · Nebraska · House Feb 26, 2024

HR 5856: Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes and enhances anti-trafficking programs through several key provisions. It establishes "Frederick Douglass Human Trafficking Prevention Education Grants" for schools to implement evidence-based, culturally responsive training for K-12 students, teachers, and school personnel on recognizing and preventing child trafficking. It also creates a Human Trafficking Survivors Employment and Education Program to help trafficking victims gain job skills, education, and life skills for self-sufficiency. The bill extends funding for these programs through 2028 with increased authorization levels and modifies international trafficking reporting standards.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · Nebraska · House Feb 26, 2024

HR 2766: Uyghur Policy Act of 2023

The Uyghur Policy Act of 2023 establishes a U.S. Special Coordinator for Uyghur Issues within the State Department to coordinate policy and advocate for the protection of Uyghur cultural, religious, and linguistic identity in Xinjiang. It authorizes $250,000 annually for Uyghur human rights advocates to speak at public diplomacy events in Muslim-majority countries and mandates Uyghur language training for U.S. diplomats. The bill also directs the U.S. government to support United Nations monitoring of Xinjiang human rights issues and oppose efforts to block discussions of Xinjiang at the UN. These provisions focus on diplomatic advocacy and information-sharing, not direct sanctions or enforcement actions against China.

Young Kim (R) · 106 co-sponsors

passed · Nebraska · House Feb 14, 2024

HRES 966: Condemning rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel.

HRES 966 is a symbolic resolution condemning alleged sexual violence committed by Hamas during its October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. It specifically references eyewitness accounts, forensic evidence, and Hamas fighters' admissions of ordering gang rape, sexual mutilation, and assault against Israeli civilians. The resolution calls for international condemnation of such acts as weapons of war, urges nations to criminalize sexual violence, and supports investigations into Hamas' actions. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals but formally expresses the House's position on the issue.

Lois Frankel (D) · 200 co-sponsors

passed · Nebraska · Senate Feb 12, 2024

SRES 553: A resolution honoring the life of Jean A. Carnahan, former Senator for the State of Missouri.

SRES 553 is a ceremonial Senate resolution honoring Jean A. Carnahan, who served as Missouri’s first female U.S. Senator from 2001 to 2002 after her husband’s passing. The resolution expresses the Senate’s sorrow over her death, recognizes her service as First Lady of Missouri and U.S. Senator, and her advocacy for families and veterans. It directs the Senate Secretary to share the resolution with the House and Carnahan’s family, with no substantive policy changes or affected parties. This is a standard commemorative measure with no legislative impact.

Josh Hawley (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · Nebraska · Senate Feb 9, 2024

SRES 556: A resolution to provide for the printing of the Senate Manual for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

SRES 556 is a procedural resolution directing the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration to prepare and print a revised edition of the Senate Manual for the 118th Congress. It specifically requires 1,500 additional copies to be printed and bound for the Senate's use, ensuring the updated procedural guide is available to senators and staff. This resolution does not create new laws but supports Senate operations by maintaining access to its official rules reference.

passed · Nebraska · Senate Feb 9, 2024

SRES 557: A resolution authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct quarterly blood donation drives.

SRES 557 authorizes the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate to organize quarterly blood donation drives during 2024, in coordination with the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. The resolution permits the Sergeant at Arms to select drive locations and partnering blood donation organizations, and to consider individual Senators' requests for specific organizations. This procedural resolution does not create new laws but enables internal Senate initiatives to support blood donation efforts.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · Nebraska · Senate Feb 8, 2024

SRES 549: A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

This resolution supports the designation of February 17-February 24, 2024, as National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

Todd Young (R) · 55 co-sponsors

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