West Virginia Congressional Bills

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 22, 2022

HR 6004: Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021

Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021 This bill prohibits using federal funds to establish any diplomatic facility in Jerusalem other than the U.S. Embassy to Israel.

David Kustoff (R) · 124 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 21, 2022

HR 6772: Expediting Natural Gas Exports to Allies Act

Expediting Natural Gas Exports to Allies Act This bill revises the approval process for applications to export natural gas. Specifically, the bill expedites the approval process for certain U.S. allies, such as Taiwan and Ukraine. However, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission may not grant expedited approval for applications to export natural gas to any nation that is (1) subject to sanctions or trade restrictions imposed by the United States, or (2) designated by acts of Congress from such expedited approval for reasons of national security.

Topics ✗ Energy

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 21, 2022

HR 6757: Insulin Savings for Patients Act

Insulin Savings for Patients Act This bill requires 100% of negotiated price concessions for covered insulin products under the Medicare prescription drug benefit to be reflected at the point of sale by 2024. The Government Accountability Office must annually report on the effects of the bill's implementation, including with respect to insulin prices.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 18, 2022

HRES 934: Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.

This resolution supports reopening the U.S. Capitol Building and House Office Buildings to visitors under the public visitation policies that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ralph Norman (R) · 43 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 18, 2022

HRES 885: Recognizing the importance of broadband in rural areas throughout the United States and the critical need to invest in broadband expansion in an increasingly connected and digitally dependent world.

This resolution addresses the need for improvements to broadband infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, and the role of specified federal agencies in making such improvements.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

James R. Baird (R) · 52 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Feb 18, 2022

S 3541: Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act

Health Care for Burn Pit Veterans Act This bill updates policies and procedures related to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care and benefits for veterans who have been exposed to toxic substances. Specifically, the bill extends the eligibility period for VA hospital care, medical services, and nursing home care for combat veterans who served after September 11, 2001, and were exposed to toxic substances, radiation, or other conditions, including those who did not enroll to receive VA care during the eligibility period. The VA must incorporate into its existing health care screening a screening to help determine potential exposures to toxic substances during military service. Among other requirements, the VA must also provide annual training to health care and benefits personnel with respect to veterans who were exposed to toxic substances; analyze total and respiratory disease mortality in veterans who served in specified locations on specified dates; conduct an epidemiological study on the health trends of veterans who served in the Armed Forces after September 11, 2001; conduct a study to determine trends in the rates of the incidence of cancer in veterans; publish a list of VA resources for veterans who were exposed to toxic substances, families and caregivers of such veterans, and survivors of such veterans who are receiving death benefits; and report on the data quality of the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record and its usefulness in supporting veterans in receiving VA health care and benefits.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

Jon Tester (D) · 35 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Feb 18, 2022

S 697: Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act

Harriet Tubman Bicentennial Commemorative Coin Act This bill directs the Department of the Treasury to mint and issue 50,000 $5 gold coins, 400,000 $1 silver coins, and 750,000 half-dollar clad coins emblematic of the legacy of Harriet Tubman as an abolitionist. The Secretary may issue coins under this bill only during the period of January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. All surcharges received by Treasury from the sale of such coins must be paid equally to the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, and The Harriet Tubman Home, Inc. in Auburn, New York, for the purpose of accomplishing and advancing their missions.

Jacky Rosen (D) · 67 co-sponsors

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 18, 2022

HR 6784: Readable Legislation Act of 2022

Readable Legislation Act of 2022 This bill requires every bill or joint resolution that amends an existing section of an act to set forth the entire section, showing proposed changes to that section by appropriate typographical device. This eliminates the current practice of revising or amending a section of an act by mere reference to it.

in committee · West Virginia · House Feb 18, 2022

HR 6800: IRS PRIORITIES Act of 2022

Internal Revenue Service Processing Returns Instead Of Removing Innocent Taxpayers' Income Every Season Act of 2022 or the IRS PRIORITIES Act of 2022 This bill prohibits the Internal Revenue Service from hiring new enforcement personnel (i.e., special agents in the criminal investigation division, revenue officers, or revenue agents) until all individual tax returns for 2019 and 2020 are processed.

Bruce Westerman (R) · 17 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Feb 17, 2022

SRES 524: A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 19 through February 26, 2022, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and celebrating 70 years of the National FFA Organization's membership magazine, originally called The National Future Farmer, now called New Horizons.

This resolution supports the designation of February 19-February 26, 2022, as National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and (2) celebrates 70 years of the National FFA Organization's membership magazine.

Todd Young (R) · 50 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Feb 17, 2022

SRES 526: A resolution condemning the antisemitic terrorist attack that occurred at Congregation Beth Israel Synagogue on January 15, 2022, in Colleyville, Texas, expressing gratitude that no innocent lives were lost, and applauding the dedication and bravery of law enforcement and emergency response officials in responding to the attack.

This Senate resolution (SRES 526) formally condemns the antisemitic terrorist attack at Congregation Beth Israel Synagogue in Colleyville, Texas, on January 15, 2022, where hostages were held at gunpoint. It expresses gratitude that no lives were lost, applauds law enforcement and emergency responders for their actions, and condemns antisemitism in the United States. The resolution does not create new policies or allocate funds; it is a symbolic expression of support for the Jewish community and law enforcement. It directly affects the congregation and local community by affirming their safety and the importance of religious freedom.

Ted Cruz (R) · 54 co-sponsors

passed · West Virginia · Senate Feb 17, 2022

SRES 521: 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) · 56 co-sponsors

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