United States Bills

passed · United States · Senate May 10, 2022

SRES 594: A resolution honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing condolences to their families.

SRES 594 is a symbolic Senate resolution honoring three Missouri police officers killed in the line of duty during March 2022: Corporal Benjamin Lee Cooper, Officer Jake Alexander Reed, and Patrolman Lane Anthony Burns. It expresses the Senate’s condolences to their families and recognizes the sacrifices of all law enforcement officers, particularly those serving in rural communities. The resolution does not create new laws or allocate funding but formally acknowledges the need for adequate resources for rural law enforcement departments. It serves as a ceremonial gesture of support for officers’ families and the broader law enforcement community.

passed · United States · Senate May 10, 2022

SRES 552: A resolution designating March 2022 as "Irish-American Heritage Month" and honoring the significance of Irish Americans in the history and progress of the United States.

This resolution designates March 2022 as Irish-American Heritage Month. The resolution also recognizes the significant contributions of Irish Americans in the history and progress of the United States. Finally, the resolution supports the full implementation of the Good Friday Agreement (also known as the Belfast Agreement) and subsequent agreements or arrangements for implementation of that agreement to support peace in Ireland.

passed · United States · House May 10, 2022

HRES 1097: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 903) to enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration who provide screening of all passengers and property, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2499) to amend chapter 81 of title 5, United States Code, to create a presumption that a disability or death of a Federal employee in fire protection activities caused by any of certain diseases is the result of the performance of such employees duty, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5129) to amend the Community Services Block Grant Act to reauthorize and modernize the Act; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7691) making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

This resolution provides rules for consideration of H.R. 903 (modifies the workplace rights, protections, and benefits applicable to Transportation Security Administration personnel), H.R. 2499 (makes it easier for federally employed firefighters who contract certain illnesses to qualify for federal workers' compensation), H.R. 5129 (reauthorizes the Community Services Block Grant program through FY2032 and otherwise modifies the program), and H.R. 7691 (provides a specified amount in FY2022 emergency supplemental appropriations for activities to respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine), among other provisions.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · United States · House May 10, 2022

HRES 1096: Approving certain regulations to implement provisions of the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 relating to labor-management relations with respect to employees of the House of Representatives covered under section 220(e) of the Act, and for other purposes.

This resolution extends collective bargaining rights prescribed in the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to employees of the House of Representatives.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Andy Levin (D) · 155 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 9, 2022

SRES 624: A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2022, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people.

This resolution designates May 10, 2022, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day to bring attention to the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills. (Fentanyl is a potent prescription opioid for treating severe pain that is also made and used illegally.)

Dianne Feinstein (D) · 21 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 9, 2022

SRES 625: A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 23rd annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 8 through May 14, 2022.

This resolution congratulates the students, families, teachers, administrators, and staff of public charter schools across the United States for (1) making ongoing contributions to public education, (2) making impressive strides in closing the academic achievement gap in U.S. schools, and (3) improving and strengthening the public school system. The resolution supports the ideals and goals of the 23rd annual National Charter Schools Week.

Topics ✓ Education

Tim Scott (R) · 26 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 9, 2022

SRES 621: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the late Senator Orrin G. Hatch.

This resolution expresses that the Senate has heard of the death of the Honorable Orrin G. Hatch, former U.S. Senator for the state of Utah. The resolution also expresses that the Senate honors the life and legacy of the late Senator Hatch for his unwavering dedication to Utah as a Senator and a public servant and accomplishments in legislating with principle and dedication for the good of the people of the United States. The resolution states when the Senate adjourns today, it stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Hatch.

Mike Lee (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 6, 2022

SJRES 39: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Vaccine and Mask Requirements To Mitigate the Spread of COVID-19 in Head Start Programs.

This joint resolution nullifies a Department of Health and Human Services rule published on November 30, 2021, concerning vaccine and mask requirements to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Head Start programs. These programs provide comprehensive early education and development services to low-income children.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

John Thune (R) · 28 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 5, 2022

SRES 617: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

This resolution thanks the teachers of the United States and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.

Sherrod Brown (D) · 25 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate May 5, 2022

SRES 620: A resolution designating May 5, 2022, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".

This resolution designates May 5, 2022, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls." It directly honors Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women and girls who are victims of violence or disappearance, referencing documented statistics showing they face disproportionately high rates of violent crime and homicide. The resolution calls on the public and organizations to commemorate these victims and show solidarity with affected families. As a symbolic measure with no binding policy changes, it aims to raise awareness about this issue without creating new legal requirements.

passed · United States · Senate May 5, 2022

SRES 619: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

This resolution supports the designation of May 1, 2022, through May 7, 2022, as Public Service Recognition Week and commends public servants for their contributions.

passed · United States · Senate May 5, 2022

SRES 618: A resolution recognizing April 30, 2022, as "El Dia de los Ninos--Celebrating Young Americans".

SRES 618 is a symbolic Senate resolution recognizing April 30, 2022, as "El Día de los Niños-Celebrating Young Americans." It highlights the importance of children and adolescents, particularly noting that Hispanic youth represent a significant portion of the U.S. population under 18. The resolution encourages communities to hold low-cost, inclusive events - such as family-centered activities and cultural exchanges - to support children's well-being and future contributions, without creating new legal obligations or affecting any specific group.

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