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passed · United States · House Jan 13, 2022

HR 1836: Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021

Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021 This bill expands eligibility for Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance and addresses other Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and benefits. Specifically, the bill expands the type of duty that is eligible for such educational assistance. Beginning on August 1, 2025, types of duty eligible for educational assistance benefits include (1) active duty for training performed by a member of the Armed Forces on or after this date, and (2) active duty for training occurring before this date only if the individual is a member on or after this date. Furthermore, beginning on August 1, 2032, duty eligible for these benefits includes active or inactive duty training performed by a member of the Armed Forces before, on, or after August 1, 2032. Educational assistance eligibility for individuals who performed qualifying types of duty as provided in the bill before August 1, 2025, expires on the latter of (1) August 1, 2040, or (2) the end of the 15-year period after their discharge or release from the Armed Forces. For individuals who performed such duty on or after August 1, 2025, educational assistance eligibility does not expire. Furthermore, the bill provides for the expiration of eligibility applicable to individuals subject to two different periods of eligible duty. The bill also makes adjustments to certain loan fees under the VA home loan program, including the fee for an interest rate reduction refinancing loan. Additionally, the VA must provide information to new veterans that includes a description of the medical care, services, and other benefits they are entitled to through the VA.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · United States · Senate Jan 12, 2022

SRES 489: A resolution commending the actions of Cuban human rights and democracy activist Jose Daniel Ferrer Garcia, and all pro-democracy and human rights activists, in demanding fundamental civil liberties in Cuba and speaking out against Cuba's brutal, totalitarian Communist regime.

This resolution condemns the repression of Jose Daniel Ferrer Garcia and all brave Cuban activists, and demands their immediate and unconditional release from prison. The resolution also condemns the brutal torture and inhumane treatment of Jose Daniel Ferrer Garcia by the Cuban regime and calls for an immediate humanitarian medical visit by an independent human rights organization to him and to all political prisoners who have been unjustly and illegally detained by the Cuban regime since July 11, 2021. Further, the resolution calls for the international community to stand with the Cuban people and against Cuba's totalitarian Communist regime for infringing on the freedom of thought, will, expression, assembly, and prosperity of the Cuban people. Finally, the resolution commends the courage of the pro-democracy movement and all freedom activists in Cuba for risking everything to bring freedom to the Cuban people.

passed · United States · House Jan 12, 2022

HRES 868: Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5746) to amend title 51, United States Code, to extend the authority of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to enter into leases of non-excess property of the Administration.

This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of H.R. 5746 (to extend the authority of NASA to enter into leases of non-excess property) and a Senate amendment to that bill. The resolution also allows for consideration a motion that the House concur in the Senate amendment by replacing the text of the Senate amendment with the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act.

passed · United States · House Jan 11, 2022

HRES 860: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1836) to amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the time during which members of the Armed Forces serve on active duty for training qualifies for educational assistance under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4673) to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the automatic enrollment of eligible veterans in patient enrollment system of Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of H.R. 1836 (expanding eligibility for Post-9/11 GI Bill educational assistance) and rules for consideration of H.R. 4673 (providing for the automatic enrollment of eligible veterans in the Department of Veterans Affairs health care system). The resolution also amends H.Res. 188 (regarding certain procedural requirements in the House of Representatives).

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

passed both · United States · Senate Jan 10, 2022

SCONRES 25: A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Harry Mason Reid, Jr., a Senator from the State of Nevada.

This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on January 12, 2022, for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Harry Reid, Jr., late a Senator from Nevada.

passed both · United States · Senate Jan 10, 2022

SCONRES 26: A concurrent resolution providing for the use of the catafalque situated in the Exhibition Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center in connection with memorial services to be conducted in the rotunda of the Capitol for the Honorable Harry Mason Reid, Jr., a Senator from the State of Nevada.

This concurrent resolution directs the Architect of the Capitol to move the catafalque (a wooden platform) from the Capitol Visitor Center to the Capitol rotunda for use in connection with services for the Honorable Harry Reid, Jr., late a Senator from Nevada.

passed · United States · Senate Jan 10, 2022

SRES 486: A resolution recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 14, 2021.

This resolution supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 14, 2021. In addition, the resolution commends (1) athletic administrators for their commitment to secondary school student athletes, and (2) the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association for providing continuous learning and preparation to athletic administrators.

passed · United States · House Jan 10, 2022

HRES 864: Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Harry Mason Reid, Jr.

This resolution (HRES 864) is a formal expression of condolence from the U.S. House of Representatives following the death of Senator Harry Mason Reid Jr. of Nevada. It directs the House Clerk to notify the Senate and the senator's family of the House's "profound sorrow," and calls for the House to adjourn immediately as a mark of respect. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create any new laws or policies - it serves solely to honor Senator Reid's service. The bill was introduced on January 10, 2022, after his passing.

passed · United States · House Jan 10, 2022

HRES 863: Providing for the hour of meeting of the House.

HRES 863 is a procedural resolution establishing the daily meeting schedule for the U.S. House of Representatives. It sets specific times: 2 p.m. on Mondays, noon on Tuesdays (unless no legislative business occurred the prior Monday), noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 9 a.m. on all other days. This resolution directly affects House members, staff, and operations by standardizing the start time for daily sessions. As a procedural measure, it does not involve substantive policy changes but governs the House's internal scheduling.

passed · United States · House Jan 10, 2022

HRES 862: To inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled.

HRES 862 is a procedural resolution requiring the Clerk of the House to inform the Senate that a quorum of the House is present and ready to conduct business. This routine step ensures the Senate is notified when the House meets the required number of members (a quorum) to begin legislative activities. It serves as a standard communication protocol between the two chambers of Congress. The resolution has no substantive policy impact and affects only the internal procedural coordination of Congress.

passed · United States · House Jan 10, 2022

HRES 861: Providing for a committee to notify the President of the assembly of the House of Representatives.

HRES 861 is a procedural resolution requiring the Speaker of the House to appoint a two-member committee to notify the President when the House has assembled with a quorum and is ready to receive the President's communication. It does not create new policy or affect any specific group but establishes a standard procedure for House-Presidential communication. This resolution was introduced on January 10, 2022, and focuses solely on administrative coordination between the legislative and executive branches.

passed · United States · Senate Jan 7, 2022

SRES 485: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Harry Mason Reid, Jr., former Senator for the State of Nevada.

SRES 485 is a Senate resolution honoring the late Senator Harry Mason Reid, Jr., of Nevada, who died in 2021. The resolution expresses the Senate's sorrow at his passing, extends condolences to his family, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to communicate the resolution to the House of Representatives and provide a copy to Reid's family. The Senate also adjourned in his memory as a mark of respect. This is a ceremonial tribute with no policy changes or legal effect.

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