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passed · United States · House Mar 1, 2021

HRES 179: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1) to expand Americans' access to the ballot box, reduce the influence of big money in politics, strengthen ethics rules for public servants, and implement other anti-corruption measures for the purpose of fortifying our democracy, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1280) to hold law enforcement accountable for misconduct in court, improve transparency through data collection, and reform police training and policies; and for other purposes.

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1 (For the People Act of 2021) and H.R. 1280 (George Floyd Justice In Policing Act of 2021). In addition, the resolution adopts H. Res. 176 (providing for corrections in the engrossment of H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021) and H. Res. 177 (authorizing a congressional candidate to file a statement with the Clerk of the House of Representatives regarding the candidate's intent to participate in a proposed small donor financing system in the next congressional election).

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · United States · House Feb 26, 2021

HRES 166: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1319) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 5.

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1319 (American Rescue Plan Act of 2021). (H.R. 1319 provides for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S.Con.Res. 5 that directs several House and Senate committees to submit changes in laws within their jurisdictions that will increase the deficit over FY2021-FY2030 by no more than an amount specified for each committee.)

passed · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2021

SRES 76: A resolution congratulating the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association on the celebration of its 100th anniversary on February 19, 2021, and recognizing the vital contributions its members have made to the United States over the past 100 years.

This resolution congratulates and honors the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association on the celebration of its 100th anniversary.

passed · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2021

SRES 77: A resolution designating the week of February 22 through February 26, 2021, as "Public Schools Week".

This resolution designates the week of February 22-February 26, 2021, as Public Schools Week.

Jon Tester (D) · 37 co-sponsors

passed · United States · House Feb 25, 2021

HR 546: Effective Assistance of Counsel in the Digital Era Act

Effective Assistance of Counsel in the Digital Era Act This bill prohibits the Department of Justice from monitoring the contents of a privileged electronic communication between an incarcerated person and his or her legal representative.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

passed · United States · House Feb 25, 2021

HR 447: National Apprenticeship Act of 2021

National Apprenticeship Act of 2021 This bill provides statutory authority for the registered apprenticeship program within the Department of Labor and for related grant programs. The bill provides statutory authority for the Office of Apprenticeship (OA) within Labor. The OA's responsibilities include (1) supporting the development of apprenticeship models; (2) recognizing qualified state apprenticeship agencies, and operating apprenticeship offices in states without a recognized agency; (3) providing technical assistance to state agencies; (4) periodically updating requirements for each occupation in the apprenticeship program and determining whether to approve new occupations for the program; (5) promoting greater diversity in the national apprenticeship system; and (6) awarding grants provided by this bill. The bill also establishes in statute the responsibilities of state apprenticeship agencies and offices, including (1) providing technical assistance to stakeholders, (2) resolving complaints, (3) establishing state performance goals, and (4) including in its written plan a description of how its apprenticeship programs align with the skills needs of the state's employers. The OA shall enter into an agreement with the Department of Education to promote the integration and alignment of apprenticeship programs with secondary, postsecondary, and adult education. The OA shall award grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to eligible entities to (1) expand national apprenticeship system programs, including by expanding pre-apprenticeship and youth apprenticeship programs; (2) encourage employer participation; and (3) strengthen alignment between the apprenticeship system and education providers. The bill provides statutory authority for criteria for various programs, including (1) quality standards for apprenticeships, (2) requirements for apprenticeship agreements between a program sponsor and an apprentice, and (3) acceptable uses for grant funds awarded by this bill. The bill also provides statutory authority for the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeships. The committee's duties shall include advising the OA on matters relating to this bill and providing recommendations on topics such as increasing the participation of populations not traditionally involved in the national apprenticeship system. Labor shall engage an independent entity to conduct research on ways to improve the management and effectiveness of national apprenticeship system programs.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · United States · Senate Feb 24, 2021

SRES 75: A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

This resolution recognizes Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on U.S. history and to commemorate the contributions of African Americans. It calls for the United States to (1) honor the contribution of pioneers who helped to ensure its legacy; and (2) move forward as a nation "indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

Cory A. Booker (D) · 62 co-sponsors

passed · United States · Senate Feb 24, 2021

SRES 74: A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".

This resolution designates February 28, 2021, as Rare Disease Day.

passed · United States · Senate Feb 24, 2021

SRES 70: An original resolution authorizing expenditures by committees of the Senate for the periods March 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021, October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022, and October 1, 2022 through February 28, 2023.

This resolution authorizes certain Senate committees to make specified expenditures and employ personnel for the 117th Congress, and it establishes a special reserve to be available to the committees on an as-needed basis to meet unpaid obligations.

passed · United States · House Feb 24, 2021

HRES 154: Electing a certain Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

This resolution elects Representative Ann Kirkpatrick to the House Committee on Agriculture.

passed · United States · House Feb 24, 2021

HRES 155: Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Ronald J. Wright.

This resolution mourns the death of Representative Ronald J. Wright and requests that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the family of the Representative.

passed · United States · House Feb 24, 2021

HRES 147: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 803) to designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes.

This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 803 (Colorado Wilderness Act of 2021) and H.R. 5 (Equality Act).