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in committee · Utah · House Sep 21, 2021

HR 5306: REEF Act

Re-using Equipment for Environmental Fortification Act or the REEF Act This bill requires the Department of the Navy to notify Congress of the pending retirement of vessels that are viable candidates for artificial reefing (intentionally sinking a vessel to promote marine life). Specifically, the Navy must provide such notice not later than 90 days before the viable candidate's retirement from the Naval Vessel Register.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables artificial reefing of Navy vessels to promote marine habitat conservation, directly advancing environmental protection through habitat creation.95% confidence
Maria Elvira Salazar (R) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · Senate Sep 20, 2021

S 2764: New Parents Act of 2021

New Parents Act of 2021 This bill allows parents to use a portion of their Social Security benefits for up to three months of paid parental leave after the birth or adoption of a child. To receive the parental leave benefit, parents must choose to either increase their retirement age or temporarily receive a reduction in Social Security benefits upon retirement, as specified.
Marco Rubio (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Utah · House Sep 17, 2021

HR 5272: Taliban Recognition Prevention Act

Taliban Recognition Prevention Act This bill requires the Department of State to instruct U.S. representatives to international organizations to advocate that such organizations not recognize the Taliban-controlled government of Afghanistan.
John R. Curtis (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · Senate Sep 15, 2021

S 2756: A bill to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal, in commemoration of the service members who perished as a result of the attack in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021, during the evacuation of citizens of the United States and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport, and for other purposes.

This bill posthumously provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of the 13 service members who died on August 26, 2021, while stationed at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Afghanistan.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill posthumously awards Congressional Gold Medal to honor fallen veterans, aligning with recognition indicator for veteran service.95% confidence
Steve Daines (R) · 68 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · House Sep 14, 2021

HCONRES 50: Expressing the sense of the Congress that the withdrawal of American Forces from the country of Afghanistan does not undermine or diminish the sacrifice, efforts, and accomplishments of our members of the Armed Forces, diplomats, humanitarians, allies, and partners.

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the men and women who undertook efforts in Afghanistan over the years have provided heroic service to the country and the peace experienced by our country is a direct result of the actions of our service members, diplomats, and humanitarians. The concurrent resolution also expresses that veterans who feel stress, anger, or disappointment over the end of operations in Afghanistan should seek resources and reach out to friends, mentors, and caregivers.
Ashley Hinson (R) · 18 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · House Sep 14, 2021

HJRES 58: Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act

Ulysses S. Grant Bicentennial Recognition Act This joint resolution authorizes the President to posthumously appoint Ulysses S. Grant to the grade of General of the Armies of the United States, effective on April 27, 2022.
Ann Wagner (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · Senate Sep 14, 2021

S 2744: Restraining Emergency War Spending Act

Restraining Emergency War Spending Act This bill establishes (1) a statutory definition for emergency war funding , and (2) a budget point of order that may be raised in the Senate against legislation that provides new funding for a contingency operation that does not meet the requirements for emergency war funding. Funding for Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) is exempt from discretionary spending limits. If this point of order is successfully raised against a provision that provides OCO funding that does not meet the requirements for emergency war spending, the bill requires the provision to be stricken from the legislation and prohibits it from being offered as a floor amendment.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts new OCO funding not meeting emergency war criteria, limiting discretionary spending on war operations per budget point of order.95% confidence
Mike Lee (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · Senate Sep 14, 2021

S 2734: Restoring Trust in Public Health Act

Restoring Trust in Public Health Act This bill requires the Senate to confirm the appointment of the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Mike Lee (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · Senate Sep 13, 2021

S 2718: Due Process Guarantee Act

Due Process Guarantee Act This bill limits the detention authority of the United States. Current law prohibits the indefinite detention of a U.S. citizen unless it is authorized by an act of Congress. This bill prohibits the indefinite detention of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident unless it is authorized by an act of Congress that (1) is consistent with the Constitution, and (2) expressly authorizes the detention. Additionally, the bill specifies that no U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who is apprehended in the United States may be imprisoned or otherwise detained without charge or trial unless such imprisonment or detention is expressly authorized by an act of Congress. Finally, it specifies that a general authorization to use military force or similar measure, on its own, does not authorize the indefinite detention of a person who is arrested in the United States.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeLimits indefinite detention without congressional authorization, protecting civil rights and due process in criminal justice95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits indefinite detention of lawful permanent residents without Congressional authorization, protecting immigrant due process rights in detention enforcement.95% confidence
Dianne Feinstein (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Utah · House Sep 13, 2021

HR 5235: Student Mental Health Helpline Act of 2021

Student Mental Health Helpline Act of 2021 This bill authorizes grants to support student mental health and safety helplines (i.e., a free, confidential service that is accessible via telephone and other communication platforms that assists students facing challenges with abuse, bullying, depression, self-harm, and related issues). The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) may award the grants to agencies or other subdivisions of a state, Indian tribe, or local government that are primarily responsible for health, public health, or education. Among other purposes, recipients must use funds to establish or maintain a helpline that provides information to school officials (to the extent permitted by federal privacy standards for health information) about student mental health and safety concerns. The bill also requires SAMHSA to report on the feasibility of setting up a nationally available student mental health and safety helpline.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds mental health helplines for students, directly enhancing educational access and well-being through crisis support services in school settings.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes grants for student mental health helplines addressing depression/self-harm, directly funding mental health services per bill summary.95% confidence
Marie Newman (D) · 8 co-sponsors
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