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in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 30, 2024

HRES 1159: Recognizing the longstanding partnership between USDA and NASA and encouraging further interagency collaboration.

HRES 1159 is a symbolic resolution (not a law) recognizing the existing partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and NASA. It highlights how the agencies share data - like NASA’s satellite soil moisture monitoring and USDA’s ground-based research - to improve agricultural practices, resource conservation, and food security. The resolution encourages them to strengthen collaboration, including STEM education efforts, to support farmers and ranchers who produce food, fuel, and fiber. It does not create new policies or funding but formally acknowledges their mutual benefits and urges continued cooperation.
Eric Sorensen (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 30, 2024

HR 3161: CDFI Fund Transparency Act

HR 3161, the CDFI Fund Transparency Act, requires the Treasury Secretary (or their designee) to annually testify before the House Financial Services Committee and Senate Banking Committee about the operations of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. This testimony would cover the Fund's activities from the previous year and is requested at the discretion of the committee chairs. The bill does not change how the CDFI Fund provides funding but mandates regular reporting to Congress on its operations. It directly affects the Treasury Department's reporting obligations and the congressional committees overseeing the Fund. This is a procedural transparency measure, not a substantive policy change.
John W. Rose (R) · 28 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 29, 2024

HRES 1015: 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 jackets to FFA members in need.

This resolution supports the designation of 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.
Tracey Mann (R) · 102 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 29, 2024

HR 7130: FAIR Labels Act of 2024

HR 7130, the FAIR Labels Act of 2024, requires clear labeling for plant-based and lab-grown products marketed as meat or poultry. It mandates that products not containing actual meat or poultry - such as plant-based "burgers" or "chicken" alternatives - must prominently display "imitation" or "cell-cultured" on labels, alongside disclaimers stating they do not contain meat or poultry. This applies to all such products sold in interstate commerce, with no exceptions allowed. The bill also specifically requires "cell-cultured" or "lab-grown" labeling for meat grown from animal cells outside a live animal, while clarifying that existing meat inspection rules still apply to conventional meat products.
Mark Alford (R) · 26 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 29, 2024

HR 7015: CAREERS Act

HR 7015, the CAREERS Act, expands federal funding for workforce training programs to better serve rural communities. It modifies eligibility to include career and technical education schools and requires training programs to align with specific rural industry sectors like broadband, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and water services. The bill mandates grantees to report on employment outcomes for participants and addresses rural workforce challenges such as worker displacement and youth migration. This directly affects rural workforce development boards, training providers, and workers in designated rural industries seeking job skills and career pathways.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands federal funding for career and technical education schools, aligning training with rural industries to enhance workforce readiness and educational access.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands federal funding for workforce training including healthcare sector, strengthening healthcare workforce in rural communities75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands federal funding for rural workforce training aligned with key industries (healthcare, agriculture, etc.), requiring employment outcome reporting to improve job placement and address displacement.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyTargets broadband workforce training to expand rural internet access, aligning with technology policy focus on internet access expansion.85% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 30 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 16, 2024

HR 9373: Safeguarding Americans From Extremist Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act

The SAFER at the Border Act prohibits the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from temporarily admitting (paroling) certain individuals at the border. It defines "known terrorists" (those arrested, charged, or convicted for terrorism), "suspected terrorists" (reasonably suspected of terrorism), and "special interest aliens" (those with potential terrorism links based on travel patterns). The bill explicitly bans parole for these individuals, even for humanitarian reasons or public benefit, and also prohibits parole for refugees. Additionally, it allows states to sue the Department of Homeland Security if they suffer financial harm exceeding $100 from the parole of such individuals.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts border parole for terrorism-designated individuals, limiting immigrant access and enhancing enforcement per bill's explicit prohibitions.95% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 40 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 13, 2024

HR 3560: National Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Research and Development Act

This bill establishes a coordinated federal approach to research and development of unmanned aircraft systems (drones) and advanced air mobility systems. It creates an interagency working group to coordinate R&D efforts across federal agencies, establishes National Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Research Institutes, and allocates significant funding for various agencies to support R&D, domestic manufacturing, safety standards, and workforce development. The bill requires regular reporting to Congress on progress and includes provisions to address supply chain security concerns by limiting the use of foreign-made drone components for non-research purposes. It aims to strengthen U.S. leadership in drone technology while addressing safety, security, and privacy concerns. The bill authorizes substantial funding across multiple federal agencies for research and development of drone and advanced air mobility technologies.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill includes workforce development funding and safety standards for drone industry workers, supporting employment and labor standards.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds R&D, manufacturing, and safety standards for drone/AAM technology, directly advancing innovation in emerging tech sector per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds R&D for drone/air mobility systems (transportation infrastructure) via institutes, safety standards, and workforce development, directly advancing transportation technology.95% confidence
Frank D. Lucas (R)
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 8, 2024

HR 8802: Capital Markets Impact of Federal Reserve Study Act

HR 8802 requires the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to jointly study how two specific Federal Reserve capital rules would impact markets they regulate. The study examines the cumulative effect of these proposed rules on large banks and trading activities, consulting with four CFTC advisory committees focused on agriculture, energy, global markets, and risk. The SEC and CFTC must report their findings to Congress and the public within 90 days of the bill's enactment. This bill directly affects U.S. depository institutions, bank holding companies, futures brokers, and derivative end-users by mandating an analysis of upcoming regulatory changes, but does not alter any existing rules.
Frank D. Lucas (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 8, 2024

HR 8757: REAL Meat Act of 2024

HR 8757, the REAL Meat Act of 2024, prohibits federal funding for cell-cultured meat production, research, promotion, or related facilities. It directly affects federal programs, agencies, and recipients of agricultural funding by banning the use of taxpayer money for any activity involving lab-produced meat. The bill defines cell-cultured meat as meat grown from animal cells in a lab and exempts NASA funding intended for space consumption. This policy change restricts federal support for the emerging cell-cultured meat industry while allowing specific space-related research.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill prohibits federal funding for cell-cultured meat, defunding a specific program. This restricts government spending, aligning with 'oppose' for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill defunds cell-cultured meat research - a sustainable alternative to traditional livestock farming that could reduce emissions and resource use, directly restricting environmental progress.92% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyDefunds cell-cultured meat technology, restricting federal funding for lab-grown meat research and production, directly limiting a technology application.95% confidence
Warren Davidson (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 6, 2024

HR 9310: PROTECT Act of 2024

The PROTECT Act of 2024 allows tribal courts to issue search warrants for electronic communications in Indian country using tribal procedures, rather than requiring state court warrants. It explicitly grants tribal courts jurisdiction over drug trafficking (including possession of controlled substances or paraphernalia) and firearms offenses (such as firearm use in crimes or by domestic violence offenders) within tribal lands. This directly affects tribal nations by expanding their authority to enforce laws on their territories for these specific crimes. The bill also extends a federal program for tribal prisoner reentry to include individuals convicted of drug trafficking or firearms offenses under tribal jurisdiction.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpands tribal court jurisdiction over drug/firearms offenses, strengthening tribal authority in criminal justice within Indian country per bill's explicit jurisdiction grants.95% confidence
Rick Larsen (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 2, 2024

HJRES 199: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".

This resolution aims to block a rule issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that sets new fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars, light trucks (starting in 2027), and heavy-duty pickup trucks/vans (starting in 2030). If passed, it would prevent this specific rule from taking effect by disapproving it under a congressional review process. The rule directly affects vehicle manufacturers by requiring them to meet these updated fuel economy targets for future model years. This is a procedural resolution, not a new law, focused solely on halting the implementation of the existing NHTSA rule.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks NHTSA's fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, weakening energy efficiency requirements and opposing stricter emissions targets under the rule.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks NHTSA fuel efficiency standards requiring lower emissions from vehicles, weakening environmental regulations that would reduce pollution.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks NHTSA's fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements under transportation policy95% confidence
Tim Walberg (R) · 67 co-sponsors
in committee · Oklahoma · House Aug 2, 2024

HR 9299: IRAN Act

HR 9299, the IRAN Act, requires the U.S. Secretary of State to lead federal efforts promoting internet freedom and access to information in Iran. It amends a 2012 law to mandate specific strategy updates, including evaluating how activists use virtual private networks (VPNs) and satellite tech, developing guidance to prevent sanctions from blocking internet tools for Iranians, and planning to bypass government internet blackouts. The bill directs the State Department to coordinate with Treasury, Commerce, USAID, and intelligence agencies to implement these updates. This affects U.S. government agencies' coordination and aims to improve internet access for Iranian civil society activists.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates promoting internet freedom in Iran, including evaluating VPN/satellite use and bypassing blackouts to expand access, directly advancing internet access and digital rights.95% confidence
Eric Swalwell (D) · 35 co-sponsors
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