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in committee · Vermont · House May 6, 2022

HRES 1095: Responding to widening threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of democracy, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance on World Press Freedom Day.

This resolution condemns threats to freedom of the press around the world. It also remembers the bravery of journalists and media workers around the world and those who have died carrying out their work. It calls on the President and the Department of State to build upon U.S. leadership on press freedom issues.
Adam B. Schiff (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate May 5, 2022

S 4150: Federal Law Enforcement Service Weapon Purchase Act

Federal Law Enforcement Service Weapon Purchase Act This bill generally permits a federal law enforcement officer to purchase a retired handgun from the agency that issued a handgun to the officer. The bill directs the General Services Administration to develop policies to facilitate the sale and disposition of eligible handguns.
John Cornyn (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate May 4, 2022

S 4133: Expedited Disability Insurance Payments for Terminally Ill Individuals Act of 2022

Expedited Disability Insurance Payments for Terminally Ill Individuals Act of 2022 This bill temporarily allows an individual diagnosed with a terminal illness with a life expectancy of six months or less to receive Social Security disability benefits during the waiting period for such benefits (which typically lasts five months). It also establishes a phased-in payment schedule for the benefits.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpedited disability benefits improve access to financial support for terminally ill patients, reducing waiting periods for critical healthcare-related aid.95% confidence
John Barrasso (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate May 4, 2022

S 4139: HEATR Act

Heating Efficiency and Affordability through Tax Relief Act or the HEATR Act This bill allows a new tax credit through 2031 for energy efficient consumer and commercial heat pumps and heat pump water heaters.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for energy-efficient appliances, reducing taxpayer burden and aligning with tax relief indicators for middle/lower income.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credits for energy-efficient heat pumps, promoting renewable energy adoption and efficiency, aligning with support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax credit for energy-efficient heat pumps, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing emissions through increased efficiency.90% confidence
Amy Klobuchar (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate May 4, 2022

S 4144: ICEE HOT Act of 2022

Installing Clean Efficient Energy Hastens Our Transition Act of 2022 or the ICEE HOT Act of 2022 This bill revises the State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program by allowing states to provide rebates to distributors and original equipment manufacturers of certain electrical heating appliances (e.g., heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, and heat pump clothes dryers) that are made in the United States.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides rebates for U.S.-made energy-efficient appliances (heat pumps, water heaters), promoting clean energy adoption and efficiency per its title and summary.95% confidence
Edward J. Markey (D) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · Senate May 3, 2022

SCONRES 38: A concurrent resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, in order to establish a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements of section 55305 of title 46, United States Code.

This concurrent resolution declares that a state of emergency exists due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. It also states that such emergency justifies a waiver of the minimum tonnage requirements for the transport of equipment, materials, or commodities related to humanitarian operations resulting from the invasion. Such requirements apply to cargoes that are transported on ocean vessels and that are procured, furnished, or financed by the United States.
Joni Ernst (R) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House May 3, 2022

HR 7660: RAISE Act of 2022

Respect, Advancement, and Increasing Support for Educators Act of 2022 or the RAISE Act of 2022 This bill allows eligible educators (i.e., any elementary or secondary teacher and any early childhood educator) a refundable tax credit of $1,000 plus an additional amount (based upon a specified student poverty ratio) for eligible educators employed at a qualifying school (i.e., a public elementary or secondary school that is eligible for certain federal assistance or is funded by the Bureau of Indian Education), or an early childhood education program for children receiving certain federal assistance. The bill also increases the amount of the tax deduction for the expenses of elementary and secondary school teachers and expands such credit to include early childhood educators. The bill provides additional funding to local educational agencies that maintain or increase the salaries of their teachers.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides refundable tax credit for educators, a form of tax relief for middle-income teachers, aligning with fiscal responsibility and public service funding indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides $1,000 tax credit + poverty-based supplement to educators, directly supporting teacher compensation and school funding through federal incentives.95% confidence
Adam B. Schiff (D) · 29 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House May 3, 2022

HR 7644: Pride in Mental Health Act

Pride in Mental Health Act This bill expands programs that prevent and treat child abuse and neglect to address issues facing youth who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, nonbinary, or gender-variant members of indigenous communities (e.g., Two Spirit). Specifically, these programs include (1) research and reporting requirements, (2) providing technical assistance, (3) grants to states and local agencies to train child-welfare personnel, and (4) community-based prevention-service grants. The bill also establishes a grant program to provide mental and behavioral health resources for such youth, including trauma-informed care.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands mental health prevention/treatment programs for LGBTQ+ and Two-Spirit youth through grants, training, and research.95% confidence
Sharice Davids (D) · 96 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Apr 29, 2022

HRES 1075: Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.

This resolution urges (1) the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Earth Day; and (2) governments and people to continue building upon the Paris Agreement and other efforts to ensure that future generations inherit a livable, sustainable, and ecologically rich planet. The resolution reaffirms that immediate action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ameliorate environmental injustices in order to protect our planet, public health, and overall well-being of all people and wildlife. In addition, it encourages the American people to mark Earth Day by working to address environmental challenges, uplift indigenous environmental knowledge and stewardship practices, educate others about the need for year-round action, and honor the stewardship ethic for which Senator Gaylord Nelson stood.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill urges emissions reduction and supports Paris Agreement, aligning with clean energy goals and climate action without direct policy mechanisms.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly urges reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supports Paris Agreement, and calls for protecting future generations' environment through immediate action.95% confidence
A. Donald McEachin (D) · 41 co-sponsors
in committee · Vermont · House Apr 29, 2022

HR 7630: Childhood Cancer STAR Reauthorization Act of 2022

Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access, and Research Reauthorization Act of 2022 or the Childhood Cancer STAR Reauthorization Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 and modifies pediatric cancer research and related programs, including to expand collection of and access to relevant biospecimens and to support the transition of pediatric cancer survivors to primary care.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReauthorizes pediatric cancer research programs, expands biospecimen access, and supports survivor care transitions - directly advancing healthcare services and patient access.95% confidence
Michael T. McCaul (R) · 109 co-sponsors
passed · Vermont · Senate Apr 28, 2022

SRES 603: A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.

This resolution (SRES 603) recognizes April 2022 as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. It expresses the Senate's support for efforts to educate the public about sexual violence, improve treatment for survivors, and prosecute perpetrators. The resolution acknowledges the work of organizations like RAINN and the Department of Defense's Safe Helpline, but does not create new laws or funding. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct policy impact on affected individuals or services.
Dianne Feinstein (D) · 19 co-sponsors
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