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Bill Introductions Involving Minnesota Newsletter for 2024-06-23 ( 29 items )  
Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 2020-02 (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 140. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 2020-02"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-T more ST

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24 (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 141. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The joint resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Sessions, R-Tex more ST

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Definition of Investment Advice Fiduciary (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 142. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Retirement Security Rule: Definition of an Investment Advice Fiduciary"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Se more ST

Rep. Allen Introduces Joint Resolution on Labor Rule on Prohibited Transaction Exemptions (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., introduced a joint resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H.J. Res. 143. A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Amendment to Prohibited Transaction Exemptions 75-1, 77-4, 80-83, 83-1, and 86-128"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by R more ST

Rep. Fischbach Introduces Joint Resolution on Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Michelle Fischbach, R-Minn., introduced a joint resolution on May 10, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 16. H.J. Res. 139. 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 R more ST

Rep. Guest Introduces Resolution to Memorialize Law Enforcement Officers Killed in Line of Duty (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Michael Guest, R-Miss., introduced a resolution on May 14, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 17. H. Res. 1226. A resolution resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty; to the Committee on the Judiciary. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Julia Letlow, R-La., Chris Pappas, D-N.H., Abigail Spanberger, D-Va., Garret Graves, R-La., Ralph Norman, R-S.C., Jake LaTurner, R-Kan., Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., Daniel Crensh more ST

Rep. McClellan Introduces Bill to Establish Counseling Pathway for Members of Armed Forces Reserve Components (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Jennifer L. McClellan, D-Va., introduced legislation on May 10, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 17. H.R. 8336. A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to establish a counseling pathway in the Transition Assistance Program for members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces; to the Committee on Armed Services. The bill is cosponsored by Reps. Trent Kelly, R-Miss., Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Gwen Moore, D-Wis., Shr more ST

Rep. Schrier Introduces State Public Option Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Rep. Kim Schrier, D-Wash., introduced the "State Public Option Act" on March 22, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. H.R. 7809. A bill to establish a State public option through Medicaid to provide Americans with the choice of a high-quality, low-cost health insurance plan; to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of more ST

Rep. Stauber Introduces Resolution on Violence Against Law Enforcement Officers (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., introduced a resolution on May 8, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. H. Res. 1213. A resolution a resolution regarding violence against law enforcement officers; to the Committee on the Judiciary. * * * Whereas, beginning in 2020, and in conjunction with the "defund the police" movement, respect for the rule of law and law enforcement officials diminished; Whereas this change in attitude has resulted in record death an more ST

Rep. Stefanik Introduces Resolution to Designate American Girls in Sports Day (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., introduced a resolution on May 10, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 16. H. Res. 1223. A resolution designating October, 10, 2024, as "American Girls in Sports Day"; to the Committee on Education and the Workforce. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., Mary E. Miller, R-Ill., C. Scott Franklin, R-Fla., Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, Thomas Tiffany, R-Wis., Jen Kiggans, R-Va., Julia Letlow, R-La., John Rose, more ST

Rep. Tlaib Introduces Resolution to Recognize Nakba, Palestinian Refugees' Rights (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., introduced a resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. H. Res. 1231. A resolution recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights; to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The resolution is cosponsored by Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., Cori Bush, D-Mo., and Andre Carson, D-Ind. * * * Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights. Whereas the United Nations General Assembly recommended on Novemb more ST

Sen. Boozman Introduces Resolution to Honor Life of Ex-State Sen. Pryor (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. John Boozman, R-Ark., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Res. 673. A resolution honoring the life of David Hampton Pryor, former United States Senator for the State of Arkansas; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis., John Barrasso, R-Wyo., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn more ST

Sen. Casey Introduces Alternatives to Guardianship Education Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pa., introduced the "Alternatives to Guardianship Education Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4283. A bill to establish grants to provide education on guardianship alternatives for older adults and people with disabilities to health care workers, educators, family members, and court workers and court-related personnel; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sens.  more ST

Sen. Daines Resolution to Designate National Day of Awareness for Missing & Murdered Native Women & Girls Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., introduced a resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Res. 674. A resolution designating May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Jon Tester, D-Mont., Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., James Lankford, R-Okla., Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., John Hoeven, R-N.D., Jerry Moran, R-Ka more ST

Sen. Fetterman Introduces United States Senate Commission on Mental Health Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., introduced the "United States Senate Commission on Mental Health Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4312. A bill to establish a United States Senate Commission on Mental Health for the purpose of providing to Congress and the President independent, expert policy recommendations to improve access to and affordability of mental health care services; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Th more ST

Sen. Graham Resolution to Designate National Police Week Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 697. A resolution designating the week of May 12 through May 18, 2024, as "National Police Week"; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., John Cornyn, R-Texas, Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Mike Lee, R-Utah, Christopher Coons, D-Del., Ted Cruz, R- more ST

Sen. Grassley Resolution to Support Goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced a resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 692. A resolution supporting the mission and goals of National Fentanyl Awareness Day in 2024, including increasing individual and public awareness of the impact of fake or counterfeit fentanyl pills on families and young people; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., J more ST

Sen. Hirono Resolution to Recognize Significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, introduced a resolution on May 15, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 693. A resolution recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sen more ST

Sen. Klobuchar Concurrent Resolution to Authorize Use of Rotunda, Emancipation Hall of Capitol Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced a concurrent resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Con. Res. 35. A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda and Emancipation Hall of the Capitol by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies conducted for the inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect of the United States; considered and  more ST

Sen. Klobuchar Concurrent Resolution to Establish Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced a concurrent resolution on May 2, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Con. Res. 34. A concurrent resolution establishing the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies for the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States on January 20, 2025; considered and agreed to. * * * SECTION 1. Establishment of joint committee. There is established a Joint Congressiona more ST

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Accelerating Access to Dementia & Alzheimer's Provider Training Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Accelerating Access to Dementia and Alzheimer's Provider Training Act " on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4276. A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Project ECHO Grant Program, to establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Educatio more ST

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Baby Food Safety Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Baby Food Safety Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4303. A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of food and limit the presence of contaminants in infant and toddler food, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act ma more ST

Sen. Klobuchar Introduces Competition & Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., introduced the "Competition and Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act" on May 9, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 16. S. 4308. A bill to reform the antitrust laws to better protect competition in the American economy, to amend the Clayton Act to modify the standard for an unlawful acquisition, to deter anticompetitive exclusionary conduct that harms competition and consumers, to enhance the ability of the Department of Justice an more ST

Sen. Murkowski Introduces Enhancing Native Elders' Longevity, Dignity, Empowerment & Respect Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, introduced the "Enhancing Native Elders' Longevity, Dignity, Empowerment, and Respect Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4273. A bill to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to enhance the longevity, dignity, empowerment, and respect of older individuals who are Native Americans, and for other purposes; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Tina Smith, more ST

Sen. Murphy Introduces Student Loan Forgiveness for Farmers & Ranchers Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Christopher S. Murphy, D-Conn., introduced the "Student Loan Forgiveness for Farmers and Ranchers Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4281. A bill to establish a student loan forgiveness plan for certain borrowers who are employed at a qualified farm or ranch; to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. The bill is cosponsored by Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn. * * * SECTION 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the " more ST

Sen. Resolution to Recognize Roles of Teachers Approved by Senate (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, introduced a resolution on May 8, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 15. S. Res. 677. A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States; considered and agreed to. The resolution is cosponsored by Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Alex Padil more ST

Sen. Ricketts Introduces Resolution to Support Designation of Renewable Fuels Month (10)
WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Neb., introduced a resolution on May 16, 2024. The text of the resolution was released on June 20. S. Res. 694. A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 2024 as "Renewable Fuels Month" to recognize the important role that renewable fuels play in reducing carbon impacts, lowering fuel prices for consumers, supporting rural communities, and lessening reliance on foreign adversaries; to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. T more ST

Sen. Warnock Introduces Shirley Chisholm Statue Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Ga., introduced the "Shirley Chisholm Statue Act" on May 7, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4272. A bill to direct the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library to obtain a statue of Shirley Chisholm for placement in the United States Capitol; to the Committee on Rules and Administration. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Laphonza Butler, D-Calif., Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawa more ST

Sen. Warren Introduces Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act (10)
WASHINGTON, June 17 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., introduced the "Comprehensive Addiction Resources Emergency Act" on May 8, 2024. The text of the bill was released on June 15. S. 4286. A bill to provide emergency assistance to States, territories, Tribal nations, and local areas affected by substance use disorder, including the use of opioids and stimulants, and to make financial assistance available to States, territories, Tribal nations, local areas, public or private nonprofit entities more ST