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All 2,152 Active 1,748 In committee 1,733 Passed 348 Signed 44 Failed 6

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 30, 2023

SJRES 47: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".

SJRES 47 is a joint resolution seeking congressional disapproval of a Department of Justice rule about home confinement for federal prisoners under the CARES Act. The rule, published in April 2023, would have established guidelines allowing the Justice Department to use home confinement as an alternative to prison for certain inmates during the pandemic. If passed, this resolution would cancel the rule, preventing it from taking effect. It follows the standard process under Chapter 8 of Title 5, U.S. Code, for Congress to reject agency regulations.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

Marsha Blackburn (R) · 28 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 26, 2023

SCONRES 23: A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the economy of the United States.

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to families and businesses and would severely harm the economic and national security of the country.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 26, 2023

S 3154: Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act

This bill, S 3154 (Tribal Child Support Enforcement Act), updates federal child support enforcement rules to grant tribal agencies the same access to tax information as state agencies. It amends the Social Security Act and Internal Revenue Code to explicitly include "tribal child support enforcement agencies" (those receiving grants under Section 455(f)) in provisions allowing access to tax data for locating non-custodial parents and collecting past-due support. Tribal agencies will now operate under the same rules as state agencies regarding tax information sharing and reimbursement for enforcement reports. This directly affects tribal nations and the families they serve by improving the ability to collect child support owed to tribal members.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 26, 2023

S 3160: YALI Act of 2023

The YALI Act of 2023 establishes a formal U.S. government program to develop young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa. It expands the existing Mandela Washington Fellowship, targeting individuals aged 25-35 (with regional centers also serving 18-35-year-olds) who demonstrate leadership in business, civic engagement, or public administration and have made community impact. Key mechanisms include creating four regional leadership centers for in-person and online training, increasing fellowship participation beyond 700 annually, and building an online network to connect participants with U.S. resources and global opportunities. The program requires annual reports on outcomes and expires after five years, focusing on U.S.-Africa partnership through leadership development, entrepreneurship, and governance support.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 26, 2023

S 3143: Further Strengthening America’s Supply Chain and National Security Act

This bill requires drug manufacturers to annually report the sources and percentages of key ingredients used in their products. It directly affects companies holding FDA-approved drug applications by mandating transparency about where critical ingredients (both active and inactive) are sourced. The bill also adds new inspection criteria for drug facilities, focusing on reliance on foreign adversaries and dependency on single global suppliers for essential medicines. Additionally, it updates rules to prioritize U.S. or allied-made pharmaceutical ingredients for government procurement, aiming to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities. All reported ingredient data will be shared with the Department of Defense and published publicly in aggregate form, without revealing proprietary details.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 26, 2023

S 2355: Crypto-Asset National Security Enhancement and Enforcement Act of 2023

This bill targets large-scale decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms and their key participants for national security compliance. It requires digital asset protocol backers (those holding governance tokens worth $25 million or more) and transaction facilitators to annually certify token valuations to the SEC and Treasury, and subjects them to sanctions penalties if they facilitate violations of U.S. sanctions. It also amends anti-money laundering rules to apply to DeFi actors and mandates that crypto kiosk operators verify consumer identities and report kiosk locations. These changes directly affect major DeFi platforms and crypto businesses meeting the financial thresholds, aligning their operations with existing sanctions and banking regulations.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✗ Technology

in committee · South Dakota · House Oct 25, 2023

HRES 768: Standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists.

HRES 768 is a symbolic House Resolution expressing congressional support for Israel following Hamas' October 7, 2023 attacks. It condemns Hamas' actions, reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense, and calls for the immediate release of hostages. The resolution references the U.S. commitment to Israel's security through existing military aid programs, including the 2016 U.S.-Israel Memorandum of Understanding, and emphasizes enforcement of laws like the Taylor Force Act to prevent U.S. aid from reaching terrorist groups. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new policy but serves as a statement of congressional support for Israel.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 25, 2023

S 3130: Restoring Accountability in the Indian Health Service Act of 2023

This bill aims to improve healthcare quality and accountability within the Indian Health Service (IHS), which serves Native American communities. It establishes a centralized medical credentialing system for healthcare providers, improves recruitment and retention incentives for staff, and creates an Office of Patient Advocacy to address patient concerns. The bill also strengthens accountability measures for IHS employees, including new procedures for addressing misconduct and protections against retaliation for whistleblowers. These changes directly affect IHS healthcare providers, employees, and the Native American communities receiving care through the IHS.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · South Dakota · House Oct 25, 2023

HR 5995: Federal Retirement Fairness Act

This bill removes a previous exclusion that prevented temporary federal employees (including U.S. Postal Service staff and Members of Congress) from counting service after January 1, 1988, toward their retirement benefits. It allows these workers to have their post-1988 temporary service counted toward retirement eligibility if they pay a deposit to the retirement system. The change applies to anyone employed by the federal government on or after the bill's enactment date. The Office of Personnel Management must notify affected employees and create rules to implement this change.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Derek Kilmer (D) · 131 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 24, 2023

S 3109: ABC Act

The ABC Act requires Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security offices to review and simplify their application, eligibility, and communication processes. It directly affects family caregivers who help loved ones navigate these programs by targeting repeated paperwork, inconsistent information requests, and poor communication. Key mechanisms include mandating agencies to reduce duplicate forms, improve website accessibility (including ADA compliance), shorten call wait times, and provide multilingual support based on feedback from caregivers and advocacy groups. Agencies must submit detailed reports to Congress within one year outlining their findings and planned improvements.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

Edward J. Markey (D) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 19, 2023

S 3094: Choice in Automobile Retail Sales Act of 2023

This bill blocks the EPA from implementing new vehicle emissions rules for model years 2027 and later, specifically targeting the "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards" rule. It amends the Clean Air Act to prevent future regulations from mandating specific technology (like electric components) or limiting the availability of new vehicles based on engine type (e.g., gasoline vs. electric). The bill directly affects the EPA’s authority to set emissions standards and the auto industry’s ability to sell certain vehicle types. It ensures emissions rules cannot restrict consumer choices among new vehicle models.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Technology ✗ Transportation

Mike Crapo (R) · 36 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Oct 19, 2023

S 3098: Securing Advances and a Variety of Evidence-Based IMD Options Act

S 3098 makes permanent a Medicaid program (Section 1915(l)) allowing states to provide medical assistance for individuals in Institutions for Mental Diseases (IMDs). It requires states to facilitate access to medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders regardless of treatment setting, and to establish evidence-based placement criteria and care standards for such individuals. States must also conduct a one-time assessment within 12 months of approval to evaluate treatment availability across care levels and medication-assisted treatment services. The bill directly affects Medicaid-enrolled individuals in IMDs with substance use disorders and the states administering their care.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare