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in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2103: Accountability for Federal Law Enforcement Act

Accountability for Federal Law Enforcement Act This bill revises procedures regarding an individual's right to file civil actions for deprivation of rights under color of law. The bill (1) provides statutory authority for individuals to sue federal law enforcement officers (current law restricts the ability of an individual to file a lawsuit against a federal law enforcement officer in many cases); and (2) makes federal law enforcement agencies liable for the conduct of an officer, regardless of whether the officer has a qualified immunity defense.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands civil rights for suing federal officers and holds agencies liable, enhancing law enforcement accountability - a core criminal justice reform indicator.95% confidence
Alex Padilla (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2138: Combating Trafficking of Cuban Doctors Act of 2021

Combating Trafficking of Cuban Doctors Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of State to reinstate the Cuban Medical Professional Parole program to authorize the admission into the United States of Cuban medical personnel conscripted to study or work in a third country under the direction of the Cuban government. The State Department must also submit an annual report and determination on the international trafficking of Cuban medical personnel, as well as report on and make recommendations related to the role of the Pan American Health Organization in this practice.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationReinstates Cuban Medical Professional Parole program, enabling legal immigration access for medical personnel conscripted by Cuba.90% confidence
Robert Menendez (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2133: Focus on Children Act

Focus on Children Act This bill requires the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to produce studies and reports regarding federal spending on children. The CBO must provide studies of legislation containing changes in spending on children, upon the request of a congressional committee; an annual report regarding spending on children; and an annual report on the President's budget request for spending on children. The CBO must also develop and maintain a public website that includes the reports and studies required by this bill, a dashboard containing key indicators and visualization tools to assist the public in understanding trends in spending on children, and an open data portal that contains quantitative data on federal spending on children.
Chris Van Hollen (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2128: Stop Shackling and Detaining Pregnant Women Act

Stop Shackling and Detaining Pregnant Women Act This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from detaining an individual during pregnancy or postpartum recovery and addresses related issues. DHS must immediately release any detainee found to be pregnant, unless the detainee presents an immediate and serious threat of hurting themselves or others. A DHS detention facility may not use a restraint on a detainee who is known to be pregnant, including during labor, transport to a medical facility or birthing center, and delivery, or during postpartum recovery, except for medical or safety purposes. The bill requires DHS to use the least restrictive restraint necessary and prohibits certain specified restraint types, including four-point restraints and binding hands behind the detainee's back. The bill prohibits DHS detention officers from being present during a detainee's pelvic exam, labor, delivery, or treatment relating to a pregnancy, unless specifically requested by medical personnel. If a detention officer is requested by medical personnel, such officer shall be female, if practicable, and remain at a reasonable distance from the detainee. A pregnant detainee must have access to health care services, including comprehensive services relating to reproductive health care and pregnancy. DHS must provide annual training about this bill's requirements to each employee who has a role in the detention or care of a pregnant detainee or a postpartum parent of a newborn. DHS must also provide each detainee notice of their rights under this bill in the detainee's native language.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits shackling/detention of pregnant women in DHS custody, protecting civil rights within criminal justice system95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits shackling during pregnancy/postpartum, protecting maternal health access in detention facilities95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits DHS detention of pregnant immigrants and bans restraints, protecting a vulnerable group within immigration enforcement.90% confidence
Patty Murray (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2125: Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act

Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for law enforcement officers in schools. It also establishes a grant program to replace law enforcement officers in schools with personnel and services that support mental health and trauma-informed services. Specifically, the bill prohibits the use of federal funds to hire, maintain, or train law enforcement officers in elementary or secondary schools. Further, it prohibits the use of public safety and community policing grants for law enforcement officers in schools. Additionally, the bill directs the Department of Education to award grants to local educational agencies to (1) replace law enforcement officers in elementary and secondary schools with personnel and services that support mental health and trauma-informed services, and (2) reform school safety and disciplinary policies to reflect evidence-based practices that do not rely on the criminal justice system. A recipient must use grants funds to hire or train specified staff. The bill prohibits the use of grant funds for (1) establishing or enforcing zero-tolerance school discipline policies, (2) purchasing or installing surveillance equipment (e.g., metal detectors), or (3) arming teachers or other school personnel.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits federal funds for school law enforcement, redirects to mental health services, reducing criminalization of student issues per bill's explicit language.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationRedirects school funding from law enforcement to mental health services, enhancing student support programs and school climate per bill's grant program and funding prohibitions.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill replaces school law enforcement with mental health services via federal grants, directly expanding mental health care access in schools as a core healthcare service.95% confidence
Christopher Murphy (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · Senate Jun 17, 2021

S 2127: Children's Budget Act

Children's Budget Act This bill requires the President's annual budget submission to include a detailed and separate analysis of existing and requested levels of (1) spending for children and children's programs, and (2) tax expenditures relating to children.
Robert Menendez (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jun 17, 2021

HR 3986: Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021

Promoting Employment of Skilled Workers and Foster Youth Act of 2021 This bill expands the work opportunity tax credit to (1) allow the rehiring of certain construction industry employees participating in an apprenticeship program, and (2) include qualified pre-apprenticeship graduates and foster care transition youth as targeted group members for purposes of the credit.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands work opportunity tax credit, providing tax relief to employers hiring targeted groups like foster youth and apprentices.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands work opportunity tax credit to incentivize hiring apprentices and foster youth, directly increasing employment opportunities for targeted groups.95% confidence
Danny K. Davis (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jun 17, 2021

HR 3966: To prohibit the United States from rejoining the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) until the President makes certain certifications, and for other purposes.

This bill prohibits the United States from rejoining the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) until the President makes specified certifications regarding Iran, including actions taken by Iran relating to its nuclear program. The JCPOA is an agreement, signed by Iran and several other world powers (including the United States), that places restrictions on Iran's nuclear program in exchange for certain sanctions relief. The United States withdrew from the JCPOA in 2018.
Andrew S. Clyde (R) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jun 17, 2021

HR 3974: Trade Adjustment Assistance Modernization Act of 2021

Trade Adjustment Assistance Modernization Act of 2021 This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 and otherwise revises the Trade Adjustment Assistance Program, including by expanding program eligibility to additional workers, increasing relocation and job search allowances, establishing a child care allowance, and expanding eligibility for and increasing the maximum benefit of wage insurance. The bill also permanently extends the tax credit for health insurance costs and increases the percentage of such credit.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPermanently extends tax credit for health insurance costs and increases percentage, providing tax relief for workers under expanded benefits.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands TAA program with increased allowances, child care, wage insurance, and health insurance tax credit to support displaced workers affected by trade.95% confidence
Earl Blumenauer (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jun 17, 2021

HR 4015: SUPPORT for New Workers Act

Strengthening Unemployment Programs to Provide Opportunities for Recovery and Training for New Workers Act or the SUPPORT for New Workers Act This bill provides weekly payments to individuals who forego Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation by finding work with a new employer. An eligible individual receives a weekly payment of $180 for each week that the individual remains employed with the new employer, up to a maximum of nine weeks. This bonus payment is only available for weeks of employment after the bill is enacted and prior to September 6, 2021. These payments, made by states under the bill, are subject to 100% federal reimbursement in the same manner as Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation payments.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides $180 weekly bonuses for new workers transitioning from unemployment, strengthening employment support through direct financial incentives to retain new jobs.95% confidence
Mikie Sherrill (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · New Jersey · House Jun 17, 2021

HR 3964: Nicaragua Free Trade Review Act of 2021

Nicaragua Free Trade Review Act of 2021 This bill requires the U.S. Trade Representative to submit a report on the manner and extent to which Nicaragua is in compliance with the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement.
Maria Elvira Salazar (R) · 21 co-sponsors
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