North Dakota Congressional Bills

passed · North Dakota · House May 15, 2024

HRES 1210: Condemning the Biden border crisis and the tremendous burdens law enforcement officers face as a result.

HRES 1210 is a non-binding House resolution condemning the Biden administration's border policies as the cause of a crisis that burdens law enforcement. It claims these policies led to record illegal border crossings, security threats (including encounters with individuals on terrorist watch lists), and increased crime involving migrants, citing specific incidents like assaults on officers and violent crimes. The resolution urges the administration and local officials to support law enforcement and recognizes the mental, physical, and psychological stress faced by officers. As a symbolic resolution, it does not enact legal changes but expresses the House's position on border policy.

Topics ✗ Immigration

Clay Higgins (R) · 34 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 8, 2024

SRES 677: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

This resolution (SRES 677) is a symbolic gesture recognizing U.S. teachers' contributions to civic, cultural, and economic well-being. It thanks teachers for their work, especially amid challenges like pandemic learning loss and student mental health support, and encourages students, parents, and officials to observe National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10, 2024). The resolution has no binding effect or policy changes - it solely promotes public acknowledgment of teachers during this annual observance. It directly affects teachers nationwide by affirming their role in national well-being through a non-binding Senate statement.

Sherrod Brown (D) · 29 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 3, 2024

SRES 673: A resolution honoring the life of David Hampton Pryor, former United States Senator for the State of Arkansas.

SRES 673 is a commemorative Senate resolution honoring the late David Hampton Pryor, who served as a U.S. Senator for Arkansas from 1978 to 1997. The resolution expresses the Senate’s "profound sorrow" at his death and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House and deliver a copy to his family. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely ceremonial, recognizing Pryor’s career as a legislator, governor, and public servant. The resolution concludes with the Senate adjourning as a mark of respect for his legacy.

John Boozman (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 3, 2024

SRES 668: A resolution honoring the life of Daniel Robert "Bob" Graham, former Senator for the State of Florida.

This resolution (SRES 668) is a ceremonial Senate measure honoring the late Senator Daniel Robert "Bob" Graham of Florida, who died on November 9, 2023. It formally expresses the Senate's "profound sorrow" over his death and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House of Representatives and deliver a copy to his family. The resolution commemorates Graham's career as a Florida senator (1987-2005), governor (1979-1987), and his work on the 9/11 intelligence inquiry, but does not create any new laws or affect constituents. As a commemorative resolution, it serves solely to memorialize his service.

Rick Scott (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 671: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

SRES 671 is a ceremonial Senate resolution supporting the designation of April 28-May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week." It honors small businesses and entrepreneurs across the U.S. for their economic contributions, noting they support over 62 million jobs through 33 million businesses. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of small businesses' resilience and role in strengthening local economies. As a symbolic gesture with no new policies or funding, it does not impose requirements or directly affect specific entities.

Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 73 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 674: A resolution designating May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".

This resolution designates May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls" to honor victims and raise public attention. It calls on the American public and organizations to commemorate affected women (both documented and undocumented cases) and show solidarity with families. The resolution is symbolic - requiring no new funding, laws, or government action - solely aiming to increase awareness of this crisis. It directly affects Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities by acknowledging their disproportionate vulnerability to violence. The resolution references specific statistics on violent crime rates against Native women and the case of Hanna Harris, a Northern Cheyenne woman whose murder highlighted this issue.

Steve Daines (R) · 26 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 652: A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".

SRES 652 designates April 2024 as "Second Chance Month" to raise public awareness about the barriers individuals with criminal records face, including restrictions on employment, housing, and education. The resolution encourages communities, employers, and organizations to take actions supporting reentry and reducing unnecessary legal and societal barriers, without creating new laws or policies. It aligns with existing efforts like the Second Chance Act of 2007 and the First Step Act of 2018, which focus on reducing recidivism through reentry programs. The resolution is non-binding and aims to foster dialogue around systemic challenges rather than implementing concrete policy changes.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · North Dakota · House May 2, 2024

HR 6090: Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023

This bill directs the Department of Education to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism when enforcing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act in federal education programs. It clarifies that discrimination against Jewish individuals based on actual or perceived shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics may violate Title VI protections, requiring agencies to consider antisemitism intent during investigations. The law affects schools and universities receiving federal funds by guiding how they handle discrimination complaints related to antisemitism. It does not create new legal standards or expand the Department of Education's authority, as explicitly stated in the bill.

Topics ✓ Education

Michael Lawler (R) · 61 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · House May 1, 2024

HR 3397: WEST Act of 2024

HR 3397, the WEST Act of 2024, requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to withdraw its 2023 proposed rule titled "Conservation and Landscape Health" (published at 88 Fed. Reg. 19583). The bill mandates that the BLM Director must immediately withdraw this specific proposed rule and cannot take any action to finalize, implement, or enforce it or any substantially similar rule. This bill directly affects the BLM agency by halting the regulatory process for this conservation-focused rule. It is a procedural measure that prevents the rule from moving forward, without creating new policy or impacting other entities.

Topics ✓ Energy ✗ Environment

John R. Curtis (R) · 20 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 20, 2024

SRES 658: A resolution designating April 2024 as "Financial Literacy Month".

SRES 658 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating April 2024 as "Financial Literacy Month." It does not create new laws or funding but calls on federal, state, local, schools, nonprofits, and businesses to observe the month with awareness activities. The resolution cites statistics on financial challenges (like 5.9 million unbanked households and rising student debt) to emphasize the importance of financial education. It aims to raise public awareness about personal financial education's role in making sound money decisions and building wealth, without mandating any specific actions.

Jack Reed (D) · 28 co-sponsors

passed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 19, 2024

SRES 655: A resolution honoring the life of Joseph Isadore Lieberman, former Senator for the State of Connecticut.

SRES 655 is a Senate resolution passed on April 18, 2024, to honor the late Joseph I. Lieberman, a former U.S. Senator from Connecticut (1988-2013), following his death. The resolution recognizes his career, including his role in creating the Department of Homeland Security, establishing the 9/11 Commission, and advocating for civil rights and environmental protections. It directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory and transmit a copy to his family, expressing the Senate's sorrow and respect. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or affect policy, as it solely commemorates his legacy.

passed · North Dakota · Senate Apr 18, 2024

SRES 594: A resolution designating April 17, 2024, as "National Assistive Technology Awareness Day".

SRES 594 is a Senate resolution designating April 17, 2024, as "National Assistive Technology Awareness Day." It aims to raise public awareness about assistive technology - devices and services that help people with disabilities or older adults maintain independence in daily life, education, and work. The resolution commends assistive technology specialists, program coordinators, and organizations working to improve access to these essential tools. This symbolic measure does not create new laws or funding but highlights the importance of assistive technology for millions of Americans.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

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