Nevada Congressional Bills

passed · Nevada · Senate Jul 10, 2024

SRES 761: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

SRES 761 is a non-binding Senate resolution designating June 2024 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2024, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day." It aims to raise public awareness about PTSD among veterans and military personnel, reduce stigma, and support existing efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense to address mental health needs. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but symbolically encourages cultural change and timely treatment for PTSD.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Dan Sullivan (R) · 17 co-sponsors

passed · Nevada · Senate Jul 10, 2024

SRES 762: A resolution designating July 27, 2024, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".

SRES 762 designates July 27, 2024, as "National Day of the American Cowboy" to honor the cultural significance of cowboys and cowgirls in American history, including their contributions to the economy (through ranching), traditions, and values like integrity and environmental stewardship. The resolution encourages public observance through ceremonies and activities but does not create new laws or affect specific groups financially or legally. It is a symbolic gesture recognizing the cowboy as an American icon, as outlined in the Senate's preamble.

passed · Nevada · Senate Jul 9, 2024

SRES 755: A resolution designating June 2024 as National Cybersecurity Education Month.

This Senate resolution designates June 2024 as National Cybersecurity Education Month to promote awareness of cybersecurity education for students and educators across all 50 states. It invites individuals, organizations, and educational institutions to recognize cybersecurity education's role in addressing workforce shortages and support efforts to expand access to learning opportunities. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but encourages broader engagement with existing federal programs focused on cybersecurity workforce development.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

passed · Nevada · Senate Jul 9, 2024

SRES 756: A resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which news of the end of slavery reached the slaves in the Southwestern States.

SRES 756 is a Senate resolution designating June 19, 2024, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" to commemorate June 19, 1865 - the date Union troops announced the end of slavery in Texas. This symbolic resolution recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth, when news of emancipation reached enslaved people in the Southwestern U.S. after the Civil War. It does not create new laws or affect any group; it solely serves to honor this date as part of U.S. history and encourage nationwide observance.

John Cornyn (R) · 45 co-sponsors

passed · Nevada · House Jun 28, 2024

HR 8752: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 8752) allocates approximately $100.7 billion in funding for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2025. The bill specifies detailed funding amounts for each DHS component, including $16.6 billion for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, $10.5 billion for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and $10.8 billion for the Transportation Security Administration. The legislation includes numerous restrictions on fund usage, such as prohibiting border crossing fees, requiring specific reporting on border security infrastructure, and mandating $600 million for physical barriers and $300 million for border security technologies.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✗ Immigration

passed · Nevada · House Jun 25, 2024

HRES 901: Expressing support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan.

HRES 901 is a U.S. House resolution expressing support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan. It calls on the U.S. President and Secretary of State to collaborate with Pakistan to uphold democratic processes, human rights, and the rule of law. The resolution urges Pakistan to protect freedoms of speech, assembly, and press, and to avoid arbitrary detention or suppression of political participation. It also condemns efforts to undermine Pakistan's electoral or judicial systems, including harassment of citizens during protests or interference with elections.

passed · Nevada · House Jun 12, 2024

HR 537: Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act

HR 537 authorizes a Congressional Gold Medal to honor 60 diplomats who saved Jewish lives during the Holocaust by issuing visas and passports against their governments' orders, risking expulsion and personal danger. The medal will be presented to the next of kin of these diplomats, alongside representatives from their home countries, and permanently displayed at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. The bill also permits the sale of bronze duplicates to cover production costs, with proceeds going to the U.S. Mint. This legislation recognizes the diplomats' humanitarian actions without creating new government programs or altering existing laws.

passed · Nevada · House Jun 11, 2024

HRES 965: Calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen, who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.

HRES 965 is a non-binding resolution calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a U.S. citizen wrongfully detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since August 2022. It directly affects Corbett (held in poor conditions without charges) and other Americans detained by the Taliban. The resolution demands the Taliban release Corbett unconditionally, urges respect for his human rights, commends Qatar’s role as U.S. protecting power, and condemns the Taliban’s practice of detaining U.S. citizens. It does not create new law but formally expresses congressional support for Corbett and other wrongfully detained Americans.

Claudia Tenney (R) · 74 co-sponsors

passed · Nevada · Senate Jun 5, 2024

SRES 726: A resolution designating June 6, 2024, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

SRES 726 designates June 6, 2024, as National Naloxone Awareness Day to highlight naloxone's role in reversing opioid overdoses. The resolution emphasizes that naloxone is a safe, effective medication that can save lives when administered promptly during opioid emergencies. It encourages public education about naloxone access, reduces stigma around substance use disorder, and urges federal and local agencies to support broader distribution efforts. This symbolic measure does not create new laws but aims to increase awareness and access to life-saving overdose reversal medication.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

passed · Nevada · Senate Jun 4, 2024

SRES 722: A resolution expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and valor by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending those individuals for leadership and bravery in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.

SRES 722 is a Senate resolution expressing gratitude for the heroism of U.S. Armed Forces members who participated in the D-Day invasion at Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944. It commemorates the 80th anniversary of this pivotal World War II operation, which helped end the war, and commends the leadership and bravery of those who fought. The resolution requests the President issue a proclamation encouraging public ceremonies to honor veterans' sacrifices and recognizes France's efforts to preserve Normandy's historical sites as a UNESCO World Heritage site. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but serves to publicly honor historical service and legacy.

John Boozman (R) · 61 co-sponsors

passed · Nevada · House Jun 3, 2024

HR 5403: CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act

HR 5403, the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, prohibits the Federal Reserve from issuing or facilitating central bank digital currency (CBDC) directly or indirectly to individuals through financial institutions. It specifically bans Federal Reserve banks from offering digital products to individuals, maintaining individual accounts, or using CBDC for monetary policy implementation. The bill also clarifies that its restrictions do not apply to existing physical cash or private, permissionless digital payment systems. This bill directly affects the Federal Reserve's ability to develop or deploy a government-run digital dollar. The law aims to prevent the Federal Reserve from creating a digital currency that could enable transaction tracking or government oversight of personal financial activity.

Topics ✗ Technology

Tom Emmer (R) · 165 co-sponsors

passed · Nevada · Senate May 23, 2024

SRES 707: A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month as a time to celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to the society and culture of the United States.

SRES 707 is a non-binding Senate resolution recognizing Jewish American Heritage Month in May. It formally celebrates Jewish Americans' 350+ year contributions to U.S. society, culture, and history - highlighting their roles in government, arts, science, and community service. The resolution calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society to condemn antisemitism and promote education about Jewish heritage, responding to documented rises in antisemitic incidents and Holocaust misinformation. It does not create new laws but affirms longstanding congressional recognition of this month, which has been observed annually since 2006 through presidential proclamations.

Rick Scott (R) · 34 co-sponsors

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