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in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2021

S 1710: Resilient Highways Act of 2021

Resilient Highways Act of 20 21 This bill addresses projects to improve the resiliency of federal-aid highways, bridges, and tunnels on and off the National Highway System. Specifically, the bill allows states to use up to 15% of funds apportioned under the national highway performance program for projects to mitigate the risk of recurring damage or the cost of future repairs from extreme weather, flooding, and other natural disasters on infrastructure that is part of the National Highway System; provides for a maximum federal cost-share of up to 100% for these projects; and authorizes emergency relief funds to be used to pay for these projects, including raising roadway grades, deepening channels to prevent flooding, improving drainage, and stabilizing slopes.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds infrastructure resilience projects for highways/bridges to mitigate natural disaster damage, strengthening transportation infrastructure protection.95% confidence
Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2021

S 1701: Census IDEA Act

Census Improving Data and Enhanced Accuracy Act or the Census IDEA Act This bill prohibits the Department of Commerce, in the 2030 decennial census of population and each decennial census thereafter, from (1) implementing any major operational design element that has not been researched, studied, and tested for a period of at least three years before the decennial census date; or (2) including on the questionnaire for the census any subject, type of information, or question that was not submitted to Congress. The Government Accountability Office shall determine and report to Congress on whether the subjects, types of information, and questions to be included in that decennial census have been adequately researched, studied, and tested to the same degree as in previous decennial censuses.
Brian Schatz (D) · 20 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2021

S 1702: Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2021

Climate Change Health Protection and Promotion Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to take a series of actions to address the potential impacts of climate change on public health. Specifically, HHS must develop a strategic action plan and a climate and health program to ensure the public health and health care systems in the United States and other nations are prepared for, and can respond to, the impacts of climate change on health. HHS must revise the plan periodically to reflect new scientific developments and information. Additionally, HHS must establish a permanent science advisory board to provide (1) scientific and technical recommendations on the impacts of climate change on public health, and (2) advice for purposes of issuing the plan and conducting the program.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly addresses climate change impacts on public health, aligning with environmental protection goals by requiring HHS preparedness for climate-related health threats.85% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 19, 2021

S 1720: Postal Service Reform Act of 2021

Postal Service Reform Act of 2021 This bill addresses the finances and operations of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). The bill requires the Office of Personnel Management to establish, within the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, the Postal Service Health Benefits Program for USPS employees and retirees and provides for coordinated enrollment of retirees under this program and Medicare. The bill repeals the requirement that the USPS annually prepay future retirement health benefits. Additionally, the USPS may establish a program to enter into agreements with an agency of any state government, local government, or tribal government, and with other government agencies, to provide certain nonpostal products and services that reasonably contribute to the costs of the USPS and meet other specified criteria. The USPS must develop and maintain a publicly available dashboard to track service performance and must report regularly on its operations and financial condition. The bill requires mail delivery to occur at least six days a week. The Postal Regulatory Commission must annually submit to the USPS a budget of its expenses. It must also conduct a study to identify the causes and effects of postal inefficiencies relating to flats (e.g., large envelopes). The USPS Office of Inspector General shall perform oversight of the Postal Regulatory Commission.
Gary C. Peters (D) · 27 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2021

HR 3342: Youth Workforce Readiness Act of 2021

Youth Workforce Readiness Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Labor to award grants to certain national youth-serving organizations for comprehensive workforce readiness programs provided to youth that take place before or after school, during summer vacation or holiday, or on the weekend (i.e., out-of-school-time programs). Such grants must be used to develop and implement youth workforce readiness programs, including for activities such as on-the-job and leadership opportunities, internships, and other supportive services. The bill also requires local workforce development boards to establish youth councils as subgroups of the boards.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds out-of-school workforce programs for youth, enhancing educational access and skill development beyond traditional school hours.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds youth workforce readiness programs including on-the-job training and leadership opportunities, advancing employment standards for future workers.90% confidence
Josh Harder (D) · 57 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2021

HR 3296: To require the Secretary of Energy to establish an energy efficiency materials pilot program, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a pilot program to award grants to nonprofit organizations for energy-efficiency materials to install in nonprofit buildings.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates DOE pilot program funding energy efficiency materials for nonprofits, directly advancing energy efficiency standards and infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds energy efficiency upgrades in nonprofit buildings, reducing energy consumption and emissions per environmental protection indicators.95% confidence
Matt Cartwright (D) · 38 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2021

HR 2785: Energy Resource Governance Initiative Act of 2021

Energy Resource Governance Initiative Act of 2021 This bill establishes the Energy Resource Governance Initiative within the Department of State to promote responsible and sustainable mining practices through international collaboration. The initiative must seek to foster integrated and resilient supply chains, responsible critical mineral sourcing, and mineral-sector good governance. It must also seek to minimize potential adverse impacts of increasing renewable energy demand on mineral-rich countries.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes responsible critical mineral sourcing for renewable energy supply chains, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure development through international collaboration.90% confidence
Adam Kinzinger (R) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2021

HR 1096: Represent America Abroad Act of 2021

Represent America Abroad Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of State to establish the Represent America Mid-Career Foreign Service Entry Program to increase diversity in the Foreign Service by recruiting mid-career professionals who are from minority groups. As part of the program, the State Department shall (1) establish and publish eligibility criteria for participation; (2) carry out recruitment efforts to attract highly qualified, mid-career professionals from minority groups; and (3) include appropriate mentorship and other career development opportunities for program participants. The State Department must submit an annual report on the status of the program.
Karen Bass (D) · 71 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 19, 2021

HR 922: Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Act

Crimea Annexation Non-Recognition Ac t This bill prohibits any federal agency from taking any action or extending any assistance that recognizes or implies recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea, its airspace, or its territorial waters.
Gerald E. Connolly (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · Senate May 18, 2021

SRES 224: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States must seize the opportunity to create millions of jobs, become a net exporter of clean energy, and secure a better, more equitable future by accelerating the electrification of households, buildings, and businesses in the United States, modernizing the United States electricity grid, and continuing on the path towards decarbonizing electricity generation in the United States by 2035.

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States must (1) accelerate the electrification of households, buildings, and businesses; (2) modernize the electricity grid; and (3) continue on the path towards decarbonizing electricity generation by 2035.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAccelerates electrification, modernizes grid, and decarbonizes by 2035 - clearly promotes renewable energy infrastructure and reduced fossil fuel reliance95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates decarbonizing electricity by 2035, accelerates clean energy electrification, and modernizes grid - directly advancing environmental protection goals.95% confidence
Martin Heinrich (D) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 18, 2021

HRES 405: Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of an International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. The resolution encourages (1) health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) community; (2) schools to support the creation of gender and sexuality alliances; (3) individuals to learn about national resources for those who identify as LGBTQ+; and (4) funding organizations, aid efforts, and governments to prioritize the health and human rights of LGBTQ+ people.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly encourages schools to support gender and sexuality alliances (GSAs), advancing inclusive educational environments for LGBTQ+ students in K-12 settings.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly encourages healthcare providers to offer culturally competent care to LGBTQ+ community, improving access and quality of healthcare services for this population.90% confidence
Barbara Lee (D) · 50 co-sponsors
in committee · Rhode Island · House May 18, 2021

HRES 404: Expressing support for the designation of the 17th day in May as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.

This resolution expresses support for the designation of DIPG Awareness Day. DIPG is diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a terminal childhood brain cancer.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes cancer research awareness for pediatric cancers, advancing healthcare through disease-specific initiatives and encouraging cures.90% confidence
Debbie Dingell (D) · 220 co-sponsors
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