Wyoming Congressional Bills

in committee · Wyoming · House Sep 11, 2024

HR 6129: Studying NEPA’s Impact on Projects Act

This bill requires the Council on Environmental Quality to annually publish detailed reports starting in 2024, tracking how the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) impacts federal projects. The reports will include data on lawsuits challenging NEPA compliance (listing agencies and case outcomes), the length of environmental impact statements (page counts over 5 years), and timelines for completing environmental reviews (over 10 years). These reports must be publicly available with underlying data, directly affecting federal agencies that manage NEPA reviews and providing transparency for Congress and the public. The bill focuses on collecting factual data about NEPA's implementation, not changing the law itself.

Rudy Yakym III (R) · 18 co-sponsors

in committee · Wyoming · House Sep 10, 2024

HCONRES 128: Expressing support for the designation of September 29, 2024, as "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day".

This symbolic resolution expresses congressional support for designating September 29, 2024, as "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day" to honor the organization's 125th anniversary. It requests the President issue a proclamation encouraging government agencies and the public to observe the day with ceremonies, though it creates no new laws or policy changes. The resolution recognizes the VFW's historical service to veterans but does not directly affect any individuals or programs.

Topics ✓ Veterans

in committee · Wyoming · Senate Sep 10, 2024

S 5003: VALOR Act of 2024

The VALOR Act of 2024 establishes specific criteria for determining when a democratically elected government exists in Venezuela, requiring the President to submit such determinations to Congress. The bill imposes sanctions on the Maduro regime and blocks transactions involving Venezuelan government debt instruments, cryptocurrency, and property, while requiring regular reports on sanctions implementation and foreign entities doing business with the Maduro regime. It outlines a plan for U.S. assistance to Venezuela once a democratically elected government is recognized, including humanitarian aid and support for democratic institutions, with the President required to submit determinations to Congress when such a government is in place. The act affects U.S. engagement with international financial institutions regarding Venezuela and sets conditions for lifting sanctions as democratic progress is made.

in committee · Wyoming · Senate Sep 10, 2024

S 5007: Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024

The Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to join the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) when reviewing transactions involving U.S. agricultural land, biotechnology, or agricultural industry sectors (including transportation, storage, and processing) with foreign entities from China, North Korea, Russia, or Iran. It mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture notify CFIUS about transactions where a foreign person from one of these "covered countries" is acquiring agricultural land, and CFIUS must then determine whether to initiate a review. This applies only to transactions already reportable under the 1978 Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act and expires for any covered country once it is removed from the official list of foreign adversaries. The law directly affects foreign investors from specified countries seeking to purchase U.S. agricultural assets and the federal review process for such transactions.

Mike Braun (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Wyoming · House Sep 10, 2024

HR 8632: BIOSAFE Act of 2024

HR 8632, the BIOSAFE Act of 2024, directs the Secretary of the Interior to withdraw a specific proposed rule titled "National Wildlife Refuge System; Biological Integrity, Diversity, and Environmental Health" (published February 2, 2024, in 89 Fed. Reg. 7345). This rule would have established new standards for managing biodiversity and environmental health within National Wildlife Refuges. The bill directly affects the management of these refuges by halting the implementation of the proposed rule. It is a procedural measure that reverses an existing regulatory proposal without creating new policy.

Topics ✗ Environment

in committee · Wyoming · House Sep 3, 2024

HJRES 167: Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Use of Electronic Identification Eartags as Official Identification in Cattle and Bison".

HJRES 167 cancels a U.S. Department of Agriculture rule that would have allowed electronic eartags as official identification for cattle and bison. The resolution directs that the rule published in the Federal Register on May 9, 2024 (89 Fed. Reg. 39540), has no force or effect. This directly affects ranchers and farmers who would have been required to use electronic identification systems for livestock. The bill halts the implementation of this specific regulatory change without creating new requirements.

in committee · Wyoming · House Aug 29, 2024

HRES 1015: Expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need.

This resolution supports the designation of 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 globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.

Tracey Mann (R) · 102 co-sponsors

in committee · Wyoming · House Aug 9, 2024

HR 9340: Supporting National Security with Spectrum Act

This bill increases funding for replacing potentially insecure telecommunications equipment from $1.9 billion to $4.98 billion under the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act. It appropriates $3.08 billion specifically for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to implement this program in fiscal year 2024. The bill mandates the FCC to conduct a spectrum auction for certain frequencies within one year of enactment, regardless of prior expiration deadlines for such auctions. This directly affects the FCC, telecom companies bidding on spectrum licenses, and national security networks requiring secure communications infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

in committee · Wyoming · House Aug 8, 2024

HR 8757: REAL Meat Act of 2024

HR 8757, the REAL Meat Act of 2024, prohibits federal funding for cell-cultured meat production, research, promotion, or related facilities. It directly affects federal programs, agencies, and recipients of agricultural funding by banning the use of taxpayer money for any activity involving lab-produced meat. The bill defines cell-cultured meat as meat grown from animal cells in a lab and exempts NASA funding intended for space consumption. This policy change restricts federal support for the emerging cell-cultured meat industry while allowing specific space-related research.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Environment ✗ Technology

in committee · Wyoming · House Aug 2, 2024

HJRES 199: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".

This resolution aims to block a rule issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that sets new fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars, light trucks (starting in 2027), and heavy-duty pickup trucks/vans (starting in 2030). If passed, it would prevent this specific rule from taking effect by disapproving it under a congressional review process. The rule directly affects vehicle manufacturers by requiring them to meet these updated fuel economy targets for future model years. This is a procedural resolution, not a new law, focused solely on halting the implementation of the existing NHTSA rule.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Tim Walberg (R) · 67 co-sponsors

in committee · Wyoming · Senate Aug 1, 2024

SCONRES 40: RESTORE Resolution of 2024

This bill establishes a temporary 30-member Joint Select Committee on Regulatory Reform to review how federal agencies issue regulations. The committee would examine current regulatory processes, identify rules that could be repealed, and recommend ways for Congress to review proposed regulations with significant economic impact ($50 million or more annually) before they take effect. Composed of 15 Senate members and 15 House members appointed by party leadership, the committee would operate for one year and hold hearings on regulatory burdens across different economic sectors. It would also analyze the feasibility of creating a permanent committee to review major regulations, with recommendations submitted to Congress within 90 days of its termination.

in committee · Wyoming · Senate Aug 1, 2024

SRES 795: A resolution condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

SRES 795 is a Senate resolution expressing strong disapproval of the Department of Education's delayed implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act for the 2024-2025 academic year. The resolution cites specific issues, including the FAFSA application launching on December 31 (instead of the usual October 1), delayed data transmission to colleges until March, and resulting financial aid delays past National College Decision Day on May 1. This directly affected students - particularly those in foster care or experiencing homelessness - by reducing their time to compare college financial options. The resolution calls on the Department to address rollout problems for future cycles and testify to Congress, but it does not create new policy or funding changes.

Mike Rounds (R) · 22 co-sponsors

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