Wisconsin Congressional Bills

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

SCONRES 10: A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States.

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States and their work should continue to be promoted.

Debbie Stabenow (D) · 25 co-sponsors

passed · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

SRES 268: A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 2021 as "National Dairy Month" to recognize the important role dairy plays in a healthy diet and the exceptional work of dairy producers in being stewards of the land and livestock.

This resolution (1) supports the designation of June 2021 as National Dairy Month, and (2) encourages the people of the United States to visit with dairy producers to learn more about agriculture and the vital role dairy producers play in our global food system.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

SRES 176: A resolution urging all parties in Georgia to seek prompt implementation of the agreement signed on April 19, 2021, and reaffirming the support of the Senate for Georgia, the territorial integrity of Georgia, and the aspirations of Georgians to join the Euro-Atlantic community.

This resolution welcomes the decision by most political parties in Georgia to sign the agreement mediated by the European Union and the United States on April 19, 2021. It also calls on the United National Movement and other remaining opposition parties to sign the agreement and for all parties to work to fully execute the letter and spirit of the agreement.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2221: END CRT Act

END CRT Act This bill prohibits executive agencies from acting in contravention of certain provisions of Executive Order 13950, which prohibits programming that contains certain concepts relating to race and sex. It also prohibits federal agencies and recipients of federal funds from advancing certain ideas, such as that one race is inherently superior or inferior to another race.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2238: FASD Respect Act

Advancing FASD Research, Services, and Prevention Act or the FASD Respect Act This bill expands and establishes programs for fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Specifically, it directs the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Institutes of Health, the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, and the Health Resources and Services Administration to carry out and coordinate research, surveillance, and related activities to diagnose, prevent, and treat FASD. Furthermore, the bill establishes various grant programs to support FASD coalitions and develop systems of care; provide services for individuals affected by FASD and other conditions related to prenatal substance exposure; identify and implement best practices for educating children with FASD; and establish centers for excellence to build relevant capacity for preventing, treating, and responding to the needs of individuals with FASD. The bill also directs the Department of Education and the Department of Justice to develop and disseminate trainings and best practices related to FASD in schools and correctional facilities, respectively.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2239: Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act of 2021

Unnecessary Agency Regulations Reduction Act of 2021 This bill requires the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs to annually report a list of major rules (i.e., rules with a significant economic impact, cost to consumers, or adverse effects on competition) that it recommends should be consolidated or repealed because they are outdated, duplicative, or incur excessive compliance costs. Congress must review the list to determine, and recommend by joint resolution, any such rules to consolidate or repeal.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2295: PAST Act of 2021

Prevent All Soring Tactics Act of 2021 or the PAST Act of 2021 This bill addresses the practice of soring horses. The soring of horses includes various actions taken on horses' limbs to produce higher gaits that may cause pain, distress, inflammation, or lameness. Specifically, the bill expands soring regulation and enforcement at horse shows, exhibitions, sales, and auctions, including by establishing a new system for inspecting horses for soring. In addition, the bill increases penalties for violations.

Mike Crapo (R) · 52 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2271: Biofuel Infrastructure and Agricultural Product Market Expansion Act of 2021

Biofuel Infrastructure and Agricultural Product Market Expansion Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to establish a grant program for expanding the market for biofuels derived from domestic agricultural products. Entities eligible for the grants include (1) state, local, and tribal governments; (2) authorities, agencies, partnerships, and instrumentalities of such governments; and (3) groups of such entities.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Transportation

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2262: Low Carbon Biofuel Credit Act

Low Carbon Biofuel Credit Act This bill allows certain taxpayers (defined by this bill as an oxygenate blender and a retailer ) a new business-related income tax credit for the sale or blending of E15 gasoline (more than 13 and no more than 15 volume percent ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 15 volume percent ethanol.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2242: Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 2021

Therapeutic Fraud Prevention Act of 20 21 This bill prohibits commercial conversion therapy, which is a practice or treatment designed to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity or otherwise change behaviors, thoughts, or expressions related to gender or sexual attraction. This prohibition does not apply to treatment that assists an individual undergoing a gender transition or facilitates identity exploration and development.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Patty Murray (D) · 42 co-sponsors

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2273: Keep the Watchdogs Running Act

Keep the Watchdogs Running Act This bill authorizes a federal office of inspector general (OIG) to continue performing its duties during a lapse in appropriations (i.e., government shutdown). During a lapse in appropriations, the OIG may obligate funds (1) at the rate of operations and under the terms and conditions provided in the most recently enacted appropriations act, and (2) to perform its duties with respect to any program that continues during the lapse in appropriations.

in committee · Wisconsin · Senate Jun 24, 2021

S 2287: LGBTQ Data Inclusion Act

LGBTQ Data Inclusion Act This bill requires federal agencies that collect information through a survey that includes demographic data (where subjects self-report information or a proxy provides information about the subject or responds for all persons in a household) to review existing data sets to determine in which data sets information about sexual orientation and gender identity is not included, and to assess needed changes in survey methods related to asking questions on sexual orientation and gender identity. Agencies that publish reports relying on survey demographic data must include information on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Tammy Baldwin (D) · 20 co-sponsors

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