This resolution supports the preservation of the stepped-up basis tax rule that allows recipients of inherited assets such as land, equipment, or buildings to adjust the cost basis of the assets to reflect their fair market value. The resolution opposes any efforts to impose new taxes on family farms or small businesses and recognizes the importance of generational transfers of farm and family-owned businesses.
This bill amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to explicitly include "quantum molecular modeling or simulation" within the definition of quantum information science and as a specific research focus for federal programs. It directly affects the federal quantum research agenda by directing the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to prioritize this specific application area. The key change is adding "modeling, simulation" to the definition and creating a new research category (H) under the program, ensuring federal funding and coordination target this emerging field.
Ocean Shipping Antitrust Enforcement Act of 2023 This bill generally applies federal antitrust laws to ocean common carriers. It also provides statutory authority for the current exemption from such laws for assessment agreements involving collectively bargained fringe benefit obligations. The bill also authorizes the Federal Maritime Commission to formally comment on mergers and acquisitions of common carriers and marine terminal operators that are under review by the Department of Justice's Antitrust Division.
S 909, the Tribal Firearm Access Act, allows members of federally recognized tribes to use their tribal government-issued ID documents when purchasing firearms from federally licensed dealers. This bill amends federal law to accept tribal IDs as valid identification, replacing the current requirement for state-issued IDs. It specifically applies to tribal members whose tribes are listed under the 1994 Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act. The change streamlines firearm purchases for tribal members without altering gun ownership laws or safety standards. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.
This bill directs the U.S. Treasury to instruct American representatives at multilateral development banks (like the World Bank and Asian Development Bank) to oppose new loans to China. It is based on findings that China exceeded the income threshold for graduation from development assistance in 2016 and has since received over $20 billion in loans from these institutions. The bill requires annual reports tracking China's borrowing, U.S. voting efforts to end lending to countries that have surpassed graduation thresholds, and the status of China's eligibility. It directly affects China's access to multilateral development financing and the operational policies of these banks.
This bill requires TSA to deny airport security access to travelers presenting certain immigration enforcement documents (like deportation warrants or "Notice to Appear" forms) at checkpoints. It mandates TSA to notify immigration agencies when such documents are presented and to collect biometric data (fingerprints, photos) from non-citizens without valid ID who cannot verify U.S. citizenship. Travelers departing for deportation are exempt from entry restrictions. The law directly affects individuals under immigration supervision attempting to access secured airport areas using prohibited documents.
This bill prohibits the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from using federal funds to monitor methane emissions specifically from livestock operations. It amends existing law by adding a clear restriction that funds allocated under Section 60105(e) cannot be spent on tracking methane emissions from animal agriculture. The policy directly affects the EPA’s methane monitoring program, limiting its scope to exclude livestock sources. This is a funding restriction, not a ban on monitoring livestock emissions overall.
This bill establishes new health and identification requirements for importing live dogs into the U.S. Importers must provide veterinary certification proving dogs are healthy, vaccinated, treated for parasites, and permanently identified (e.g., microchipped), with documentation from accredited veterinarians. Dogs imported for transfer (sale, adoption, etc.) must be at least 6 months old and accompanied by a Secretary-issued permit. Limited exceptions exist for research, veterinary treatment (with quarantine), and Hawaii-specific puppy imports under state regulations, with regulations to be finalized within 18 months. The bill repeals a prior section of the Animal Welfare Act and strengthens enforcement through penalties for noncompliance.
This resolution expresses congressional support for designating March 21, 2023, as "National Agriculture Day." It symbolically recognizes agriculture's economic importance as a major U.S. industry, celebrating its impact on jobs and communities. The bill does not create new laws, funding, or regulations - it is a non-binding statement of support. It directly affects the agricultural sector by highlighting its contributions through a formal congressional acknowledgment.
Merchant Category Code Neutrality Act This bill prohibits the Internal Revenue Service from auditing a taxpayer based primarily on the Merchant Category Codes, or other similar codes, used to classify the goods or services provided by the taxpayer's business. The bill defines Merchant Category Code to mean classification codes assigned by payment card organizations to merchants or payees that accept their payment cards to classify the goods or services provided or furnished by a merchant or payee.
S 893, the "Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act," raises the mandatory retirement age for commercial airline pilots from 65 to 67 years old for most scheduled passenger flights. It directly affects pilots employed by airlines operating under standard commercial regulations (most major airline flights in U.S. airspace). The bill amends existing FAA rules to allow pilots over 65 to continue flying if already employed before the law's enactment or hired new, while requiring pilots aged 60+ to maintain a current first-class medical certificate. This change aims to retain experienced pilots without altering safety training requirements or medical standards for age.
The DAIRY PRIDE Act would require food products using dairy-related terms (like "milk," "yogurt," or "cheese") to meet the FDA's definition of dairy - derived from animal milk - to prevent misleading labeling of plant-based alternatives. It directly affects producers of plant-based products currently marketed with dairy terms, such as almond or oat milk, which often lack comparable nutrition. The bill mandates the FDA issue enforcement guidance within 180 days and report to Congress on actions taken after two years. This policy change aims to align product names with the FDA's existing definition of dairy products under federal law.
