West Virginia Congressional Bills

introduced · West Virginia · Senate Jun 5, 2024

S 4447: Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act

S 4447, the "Allowing Greater Access to Safe and Effective Contraception Act," would require the FDA to prioritize review of applications for oral contraceptives intended for routine use (excluding emergency contraception or abortion-related drugs), potentially enabling over-the-counter access for adults 18 and older. It includes a fee waiver for these applications and maintains prescription requirements for individuals under 18. The bill also mandates a GAO study on federal funding for contraception across programs like Medicaid, Medicare, and Title X over the past 15 years. These provisions aim to streamline approval for accessible birth control while clarifying funding patterns.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jun 4, 2024

SJRES 91: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting".

This bill (SJRES 91) seeks to block a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule that set minimum staffing requirements for long-term care facilities (like nursing homes) and required transparency in Medicaid payments. If passed, it would cancel the rule (89 Fed. Reg. 40876), preventing it from taking effect under a specific congressional review process. The rule directly affects long-term care providers and Medicaid programs by imposing new staffing and reporting requirements. This resolution is procedural - it does not create new law but halts the implementation of the CMS rule.

Topics ✗ Healthcare ✗ Labor & Employment

James Lankford (R) · 35 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 4, 2024

SRES 722: A resolution expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and valor by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending those individuals for leadership and bravery in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.

SRES 722 is a Senate resolution expressing gratitude for the heroism of U.S. Armed Forces members who participated in the D-Day invasion at Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944. It commemorates the 80th anniversary of this pivotal World War II operation, which helped end the war, and commends the leadership and bravery of those who fought. The resolution requests the President issue a proclamation encouraging public ceremonies to honor veterans' sacrifices and recognizes France's efforts to preserve Normandy's historical sites as a UNESCO World Heritage site. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but serves to publicly honor historical service and legacy.

John Boozman (R) · 61 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Jun 4, 2024

SRES 385: A resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023.

SRES 385 is a non-binding Senate resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a U.S. citizen and Wall Street Journal journalist wrongfully detained by Russia since March 2023. It urges the U.S. executive branch to press Russia for his release, demands consular access for him, and condemns Russia’s detention of journalists for political purposes. The resolution also specifically calls for the release of Paul Whelan, detained since 2018, and expresses support for other U.S. citizens wrongfully held in Russia. It does not create new legal requirements but formally expresses congressional concern.

James E. Risch (R) · 36 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · Senate Jun 3, 2024

S 4438: Transferring Illicit Assets to Ukraine Act of 2024

S 4438, the Transferring Illicit Assets to Ukraine Act of 2024, allows the U.S. government to redirect forfeited assets from sanctions against Russia to help remediate harms caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It expands the definition of eligible assets to include property blocked under U.S. sanctions targeting Russia’s aggression (including assets linked to the Russian government, Belarus, or regions like Crimea), and specifies that these funds must be used to address harms to Ukraine. The bill requires the Attorney General, Treasury, and State Departments to submit a plan for using these funds within 30 days and provide semiannual reports to Congress on progress. This policy change directly affects how federal agencies manage seized assets related to Russian sanctions, ensuring they support Ukraine’s recovery efforts rather than general forfeiture funds.

passed · West Virginia · House Jun 3, 2024

HR 5403: CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act

HR 5403, the CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, prohibits the Federal Reserve from issuing or facilitating central bank digital currency (CBDC) directly or indirectly to individuals through financial institutions. It specifically bans Federal Reserve banks from offering digital products to individuals, maintaining individual accounts, or using CBDC for monetary policy implementation. The bill also clarifies that its restrictions do not apply to existing physical cash or private, permissionless digital payment systems. This bill directly affects the Federal Reserve's ability to develop or deploy a government-run digital dollar. The law aims to prevent the Federal Reserve from creating a digital currency that could enable transaction tracking or government oversight of personal financial activity.

Topics ✗ Technology

Tom Emmer (R) · 165 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House May 31, 2024

HRES 1267: Supporting the Second Amendment's guarantee that the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed, and opposing the Biden administration's efforts to undermine that guarantee at every opportunity.

HRES 1267 is a non-binding House resolution supporting the Second Amendment and opposing the Biden administration's gun-related policies. It criticizes executive orders, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) regulations, and export restrictions as efforts to undermine constitutional rights, though the resolution itself has no legal effect. The bill does not change laws or directly affect anyone, as it serves only as a symbolic statement of congressional opinion. It specifically references the administration's actions on firearm regulations and exports, but does not propose new policies or alter existing ones.

Roger Williams (R) · 26 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House May 31, 2024

HR 4646: SIREN Reauthorization Act

The SIREN Reauthorization Act (HR 4646) reauthorizes a federal program supporting rural emergency medical services (EMS) from 2024 through 2028. It directly affects rural EMS providers and personnel by requiring training on mental health and substance use disorders in emergency settings and allowing the acquisition of FDA-approved drugs for overdose treatment. Key provisions include updating the program's funding period, mandating new training standards for EMS staff, and expanding equipment access to include overdose-reversal medications. The bill amends Section 330J of the Public Health Service Act to implement these changes.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

David P. Joyce (R) · 22 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House May 31, 2024

HR 620: Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act

The Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act (HR 620) requires the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director to annually submit a budget estimate for Alzheimer’s-related initiatives - including personnel needs - directly to the President for review and then to Congress. This budget must be prepared after public comment and submitted without changes by the Secretary of Health and Human Services or the Advisory Council. The bill directly affects the NIH’s budget reporting process for Alzheimer’s research and programs, mandating transparency in how funds are allocated. It does not change funding levels but establishes a specific annual reporting mechanism to improve accountability.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · West Virginia · House May 28, 2024

HRES 1263: Affirming Congress' support of diplomatic ties with the Kingdom of Bahrain.

HRES 1263 is a resolution expressing the U.S. House of Representatives' support for strengthening diplomatic and security ties with Bahrain. It affirms the longstanding partnership, including Bahrain's role as a major non-NATO ally and its strategic naval base hosting U.S. forces in the Middle East. The resolution highlights the Comprehensive Security Integration and Prosperity Agreement (CSIPA), which deepens defense cooperation, joint military planning, and mutual deterrence against threats like Iranian proxy attacks. It does not create new laws or obligations but reinforces existing U.S.-Bahrain security collaboration and economic ties.

in committee · West Virginia · House May 24, 2024

HJRES 152: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals From Electric Utilities; Legacy CCR Surface Impoundments".

HJRES 152 is a congressional resolution seeking to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule on managing coal ash waste from power plants, specifically for older disposal ponds (legacy CCR surface impoundments). The rule, published on May 8, 2024, established requirements for electric utilities to handle coal ash, including safety standards for existing disposal sites. If passed, this resolution would prevent the EPA rule from taking effect, removing the compliance requirements for utilities. This directly affects electric utilities that manage coal ash and the EPA's regulatory authority over waste disposal practices.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Labor & Employment

in committee · West Virginia · House May 24, 2024

HJRES 146: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

HJRES 146 is a congressional disapproval resolution targeting a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rule published on May 8, 2024, that would have clarified eligibility for health insurance subsidies under the Affordable Care Act for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and certain other noncitizens. The rule aimed to allow these individuals to access premium tax credits, cost-sharing reductions, and basic health programs through health insurance marketplaces. If enacted, this resolution would block the CMS rule from taking effect, maintaining current restrictions that prevent DACA recipients from qualifying for these subsidies.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Healthcare ✗ Immigration

Nancy Mace (R) · 37 co-sponsors

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