United States Bills

passed · United States · Senate Sep 19, 2023

SRES 352: A resolution designating September 2023 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month".

This resolution designates September 2023 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in the U.S. Senate. It requests federal, state, local governments, and nonprofits to observe the month with programs aimed at increasing public awareness about childhood cancer risks. The resolution also encourages ongoing health monitoring for childhood cancer survivors and honors children facing cancer, while acknowledging the disease's significant impact (over 15,500 annual diagnoses and 1,700 deaths in children under 19). As a symbolic measure with no legal force, it does not change policies or allocate funding but seeks to raise national attention on childhood cancer.

passed · United States · Senate Sep 19, 2023

SRES 238: A resolution expressing support for recognizing September 20 as National Service Dog Day.

SRES 238 is a symbolic Senate resolution (introduced June 6, 2023) expressing support for designating September 20 as National Service Dog Day. It recognizes service dogs that assist individuals with disabilities - including veterans with PTSD, mobility impairments, and other conditions - by highlighting their role in providing independence and health benefits. The resolution encourages public awareness of service dogs' history and impact, and requests the President issue a proclamation urging nationwide recognition of organizations that train and pair service dogs with disabled individuals. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or alter existing policies.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · United States · House Sep 19, 2023

HR 3981: Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act

The Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act (HR 3981) requires educational institutions receiving Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits to notify the VA within 30 days of certain events, such as legal actions or financial issues affecting their operations. This new notification rule applies to all schools approved to offer VA benefits, giving the VA greater oversight authority over these institutions. The bill also adds failure to comply with this notification requirement as a specific reason for the VA to suspend an institution's approval to provide VA benefits. Additionally, it mandates the VA establish a risk-based database for monitoring these schools within 180 days of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2023

SRES 348: A resolution designating the week of September 24 through September 30, 2023, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".

This Senate resolution designates September 24-30, 2023, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week" to honor families who lost members in military service and veterans' families. It encourages Americans to observe the week through community service and recognition of these families' sacrifices. As a symbolic gesture, the resolution does not create new laws, funding, or programs - it serves solely to acknowledge and remember these families' contributions.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2023

SRES 347: A resolution designating the week beginning on September 11, 2023, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

This resolution designates the week beginning September 11, 2023, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week" to recognize institutions that enroll at least 25% Hispanic students. It directly affects Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), which serve over 5 million students across 28 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. The resolution calls for public observance through ceremonies and activities during that week to honor HSIs' role in advancing educational access, economic mobility, and Hispanic Heritage Month. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy impact but formally acknowledges these institutions' contributions.

Topics ✓ Education

Robert Menendez (D) · 29 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate Sep 18, 2023

SRES 334: A resolution recognizing September 11, 2023, as a "National Day of Service and Remembrance".

This resolution designates September 11, 2023, as a "National Day of Service and Remembrance" to honor victims and first responders of the 2001 terrorist attacks. It encourages all Americans to observe the day through volunteerism, reflection, and community service - aligning with the existing tradition established by the 2009 Serve America Act. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes an annual observance already practiced nationwide.

passed · United States · House Sep 18, 2023

HR 1435: Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act

HR 1435, the Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act, amends the Clean Air Act to restrict states from implementing vehicle emissions rules that limit the sale or use of new gasoline-powered cars. It directly affects states with stricter emissions standards (like California) by adding a new definition that blocks state rules "directly or indirectly" limiting internal combustion engine vehicles as defined in federal regulations as of January 1, 2023. The bill requires the EPA to revoke existing state emissions waivers granted between January 2022 and the bill’s enactment if they don’t comply with this new definition. This creates a concrete federal standard preventing states from advancing policies that could reduce demand for conventional vehicles.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

John Joyce (R) · 83 co-sponsors

passed · United States · House Sep 18, 2023

HR 1450: Treating Tribes and Counties as Good Neighbors Act

This bill amends existing law to allow Indian tribes, alongside counties and state governors, to retain and use funds from timber sales under "good neighbor agreements" for forest restoration projects. It directly affects tribes, counties, and state agencies participating in these agreements, which involve collaborative forest management on federal lands. The key change lets tribes keep timber sale revenue to fund restoration work under their agreements, just as counties and governors can. The bill does not create new programs but adjusts who can access these funds. It applies to projects initiated after 2018 or on or after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

passed · United States · Senate Sep 14, 2023

SRES 345: A resolution supporting the designation of September 15, 2023, as "National Concussion Awareness Day".

This Senate resolution (SRES 345) designates September 15, 2023, as "National Concussion Awareness Day" to highlight the health impact of concussions. It cites CDC data showing millions of annual sports-related concussions, particularly among youth, and emphasizes the need for better diagnosis, management, and awareness. The resolution encourages federal, state, and local policymakers to collaborate on raising public awareness and improving concussion care protocols. It does not create new laws or allocate funds but serves as a symbolic effort to promote education and prevention. The resolution was introduced by Senators Hassan, Capito, and Casey and unanimously adopted on September 14, 2023.

passed · United States · House Sep 14, 2023

HRES 681: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1435) to amend the Clean Air Act to prevent the elimination of the sale of internal combustion engines.

This procedural resolution (HRES 681) enables the House to debate and vote on H.R. 1435, a bill that would amend the Clean Air Act to prevent federal bans on selling gasoline-powered vehicles. It sets specific debate rules (one hour equally divided) and waives objections to consider H.R. 1435 without delay. The resolution itself does not change environmental regulations but facilitates the legislative process for H.R. 1435. If passed, H.R. 1435 would directly affect vehicle manufacturers and consumers by preserving the market for internal combustion engine vehicles.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✓ Transportation

passed · United States · House Sep 14, 2023

HR 1567: ACRES Act

HR 1567, the ACRES Act, requires the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Interior to improve reporting on wildfire risk reduction work on public lands. Starting in 2025, agencies must annually report the exact number of acres treated, including details like wildfire risk levels, cost per acre, location in the wildland-urban interface, and effectiveness of treatments. The bill mandates standardized data tracking methods to ensure accuracy and requires these reports to be publicly posted online. A GAO study will later assess the Act's implementation, focusing on reporting and data tracking challenges.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · United States · Senate Sep 13, 2023

SRES 341: A resolution recognizing September 19, 2023, as "National Voter Registration Day".

This resolution recognizes September 19, 2023, as National Voter Registration Day and encourages those eligible to vote to register, verify their personal information on record with local election officials, and vote.

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