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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 16, 2021

HRES 128: Recognizing the rise of cardiovascular disease as the world's leading cause of preventable death and disability and as the global public health crisis of our generation and supporting the recognition of February 2021, as "American Heart Month".

This resolution expresses support for the recognition of American Heart Month to bring awareness to the cardiovascular disease public health crisis in the United States and abroad.
Christopher H. Smith (R) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 15, 2021

HRES 127: Requesting the President transmit to the House of Representatives not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution documents in his possession relating to the amount of funding previously enacted and currently unspent in certain public laws.

This resolution requests that the President transmit to the House of Representatives documents related to the amount of funding that was provided in specified laws regarding COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and is currently unspent. The specified laws include the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020; the Families First Coronavirus Response Act; the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act); the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act; and Division N of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
Jason Smith (R) · 56 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 15, 2021

HR 1062: ACCESS 45Q Act

Accelerating Carbon Capture and Extending Secure Storage through 45Q Act or the ACCESS 45Q Act This bill extends the tax credit for carbon oxide sequestration through 2035 and allows taxpayers an election to receive payments in lieu of the credit. The bill also permits an allowance of the carbon oxide tax credit against the base erosion minimum tax. The base erosion minimum tax is a tax on large corporation that is calculated after adding back to taxable income certain deductible payments made to related foreign persons.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExtends 45Q tax credit for carbon capture, providing tax relief to eligible businesses and aligning with fiscal policy support for clean energy incentives.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends tax credit for carbon capture sequestration, promoting clean energy infrastructure development through financial incentives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends tax credits for carbon capture sequestration, directly reducing emissions through financial incentives for carbon removal technology.95% confidence
David B. McKinley (R) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 15, 2021

HR 1059: America Votes Act of 2021

America Votes Act of 2021 This bill permits the use of sworn written statements to meet identification requirements for voting in federal elections. Specifically, an individual who is required to present identification as a condition of voting in a federal election may meet this requirement by presenting a sworn written statement attesting to the individual's identification and that he or she is registered to vote in the election. An individual who wants to vote by mail may submit such a statement with the ballot. States with an identification requirement must make copies of a preprinted version of the statement available for individuals to complete. Additionally, states must provide these individuals with a regular ballot instead of a provisional ballot. The bill does not apply to first-time voters registering by mail.
Rick Larsen (D) · 43 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Feb 12, 2021

S 324: COVID–19 in Corrections Data Transparency Act

COVID-19 in Corrections Data Transparency Act This bill requires the Bureau of Prisons, the U.S. Marshal Service, and state and local correctional facilities to publish on their websites and report to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention certain data on COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) cases, vaccinations, and outcomes.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates data transparency in correctional facilities, enhancing oversight and accountability within the corrections system, a core component of criminal justice reform.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates public health data transparency in correctional facilities for CDC monitoring, strengthening public health program oversight and response to pandemic health risks.92% confidence
Elizabeth Warren (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2021

HCONRES 16: Urging that the International Olympic Committee rebid the 2022 Olympic Winter Games, and expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee should not participate if the Games are held in the People's Republic of China and that the United States Government should lead an international boycott if the Games are held in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

This resolution calls on the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee to support human rights and boycott the 2022 Winter Olympics if it is held in China. The resolution also expresses support for the committee's athletes, coaches, and personnel.
Guy Reschenthaler (R)
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2021

HRES 112: Expressing the sense of Congress that February 11, 2021, be observed as the 6th annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

This resolution recognizes (1) the significance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science; (2) the importance of having greater representation of women in science fields; and (3) the past, present, and future groundbreaking contributions of women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Alma S. Adams (D) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2021

HRES 120: Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2021.

This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Lunar New Year. The resolution expresses, in observance of this Lunar New Year, the Year of the Ox, the deepest respect of the House of Representatives for Asian Americans and all individuals throughout the world who celebrate this significant occasion. The resolution wishes Asian Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year.
Grace Meng (D) · 66 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2021

HRES 117: Supporting Coptic Christians in Egypt.

This resolution acknowledges the importance of the U.S.-Egypt partnership and Egypt's role in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism. It also urges the Egyptian government to (1) enact serious and legitimate reforms to ensure that Coptic Christians have the same rights and opportunities as other Egyptian citizens, (2) complete the process of church certification, and (3) take steps to end the culture of impunity for attacks on Christians.
J. French Hill (R) · 38 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Feb 11, 2021

HR 962: Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act

Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act This bill expands the definition of law enforcement officer under provisions of the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). Specifically, the bill expands the definition to include (1) federal employees whose duties encompass the investigation or apprehension of suspected or convicted criminals and who are authorized to carry a firearm; (2) Internal Revenue Service employees whose duties are primarily the collection of delinquent taxes and the securing of delinquent returns; (3) U.S. Postal Inspection Service employees; (4) Department of Veterans Affairs police officers; and (5) certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees who are seized-property specialists with duties relating to custody, management, and disposition of seized and forfeited property. The bill deems service performed by an incumbent law enforcement officer on or after the enactment date of this bill to be service performed as a law enforcement officer for retirement purposes. The past service of such incumbents shall be treated as service performed by a law enforcement officer for retirement purposes only if a written election is submitted to the Office of Personnel Management within five years after the enactment of this bill or before separation from government service, whichever is earlier. An incumbent who makes an election before the enactment of this bill may pay a deposit into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund to cover prior service. A law enforcement officer shall not be subject to mandatory separation during the three-year period beginning on the enactment of this bill.
Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D) · 105 co-sponsors
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