United States Bills

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 252: Commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the fall of Kronstadt, which took place on March 18, 1921.

This resolution commemorates the fall of the Russian city of Kronstadt on March 18, 1921, which marked the end of an uprising against the communist Russian government.

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 255: Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that any bill or resolution that is not reported from a committee of subject-matter jurisdiction requires a two-thirds vote to be considered as passed.

This resolution prohibits any House measure that is not reported by the committee of subject-matter jurisdiction from being considered as passed or agreed to unless so determined by a two-thirds vote (a quorum being present).

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 254: Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece.

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the United Kingdom should enter into negotiations with Greece to facilitate the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Greece.

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 251: Reaffirming bilateral and multilateral relations between the United States and African countries and recognizing the importance of diplomatic, security, and trade relations.

This resolution reaffirms and recognizes the importance of partnerships between the United States and African countries, encourages greater and more strategic collaboration to achieve and sustain socioeconomic transformation in Africa, and encourages the United States to advance interests in Africa to reach specified goals.

Karen Bass (D) · 25 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 248: Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 28, 2021, through April 3, 2021, as "National Cleaning Week".

This resolution recognizes the essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining sanitary conditions and supports the designation of National Cleaning Week to promote safe and clean environments at work, in schools, and at home.

in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2021

HRES 243: Removing a certain Member from a certain committee of the House of Representatives.

This resolution removes Representative Eric Swalwell from the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

Kevin McCarthy (R) · 76 co-sponsors

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 820: A bill to provide an exemption from certain requirements for federally funded projects and activities in areas not in metropolitan statistical areas, and for other purposes.

This bill provides exemptions from environmental, endangered species, or historic preservation requirements for federally funded projects or activities that are not in metropolitan statistical areas.

Topics ✗ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 835: Connecting Communities Post Disasters Act of 2021

Connecting Communities Post Disasters Act of 2021 This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission to exempt projects that replace or make improvements to communications facilities following a presidentially declared major disaster or emergency from certain environmental or historic preservation review requirements. Specifically, the bill exempts such projects from any requirement to prepare an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement. Such projects are also exempt from considerations about the effect they will have on any historic property.

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 832: GREEN Building Jobs Act of 2021

GSA Resilient, Energy Efficient, and Net-Zero Building Jobs Act of 2021 or the GREEN Building Jobs Act of 2021 This bill establishes additional energy-efficiency requirements and programs for federal buildings, with a particular focus on reducing energy and water consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030 through partnerships with the private sector. Specifically, the bill requires the General Services Administration (GSA) to reduce the following for its facilities by FY2030: average building energy intensity (by at least 25%, relative to FY2018); average potable water consumption intensity (by 54%, relative to FY2007); industrial, landscaping, and agricultural water consumption (by 20%, relative to FY2018); and specified categories of greenhouse gas emissions (by at least 40%, relative to FY2018). The GSA must also implement retrofit projects that reduce the energy consumption of its facilities by at least 35%. Additionally, the GSA must develop plans that ensure that at least 50% of certain facilities offer zero-emission vehicle charging or fueling by December 31, 2030. The bill directs the GSA to work with the private sector through partnerships and financing opportunities in order to implement the bill's requirements. The bill also makes several other changes relating to federal building standards and related authorities, including (1) requiring lessors (i.e., property owners) to disclose data on the utility consumption of leased spaces; (2) requiring the GSA to assess and mitigate area flood risks, based on climate science; and (3) authorizing long-term contracts for federal purchases of renewable energy.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 873: Climate Change Resiliency Fund for America Act of 2021

Climate Change Resiliency Fund for America Act of 2021 This bill provides support to address the impacts of climate change. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of the Treasury to issue up to $1 billion in climate change obligations (e.g., bonds) in a fiscal year, with bond proceeds going into the Climate Change Resiliency Fund established by this bill. The fund must be used for a program that finances projects that reduce the economic, social, and environmental impact of the adverse effects of climate change. A percentage of those funds must be used to benefit communities that experience disproportionate impacts from climate change. The Climate Change Advisory Commission, established by this bill, must provide recommendations and guidelines for the program and identify categories of the most cost-effective investments and projects that emphasize multiple benefits to commerce, human health, and ecosystems.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 845: Federal Employee Access to Information Act

Federal Employee Access to Information Act This bill prohibits personnel retaliation against federal employees and applicants for employment who file requests under the Freedom of Information Act or the Privacy Act or who seek related administrative or judicial actions.

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2021

S 841: EMPLEO Act

Economic Mobility for Productive Livelihoods and Expanding Opportunity Act of 2021 or the EMPLEO Act This bill permits employers to participate in a wage subsidy program for eligible Puerto Rican employees. Eligible employees must be (1) U.S. citizens, (2) have Social Security numbers, and (3) certify their residency in Puerto Rico and intent to remain residents for at least the next six months. Employers who opt in must pay their eligible employees a minimum wage of $5. The Department of the Treasury then subsidizes those wages in an amount equal to 50% of the difference between $10 and the hourly wages the employees receive from their employers. For example, if a participating employer pays their eligible employees $5 hourly, the subsidy would equal $2.50 for an effective hourly wage of $7.50. Participating employers may elect advance payment of the aggregate subsidy amounts that exceed the employer's aggregate payroll taxes for the applicable period based on estimates the employer provides to Treasury. The bill treats employers who make such wage subsidy payments to eligible Puerto Rico employees as having paid payroll taxes in an amount equal to such payments.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✗ Labor & Employment

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