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H. RES. 1146 — Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation’s capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the first freed on April 16, 1862, and celebrating passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives.
April 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:243
H. RES. 1146 recognizes the importance of Emancipation Day in Washington, D.C., marking the day in 1862 when enslaved people were freed in the District. The resolution highlights the historical significance of the District's struggle with racial issues and the contributions...
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H. RES. 1146 wants people to remember the day when people in Washington, D.C., were set free a long time ago and hopes that the place can become a state, so they get a chance to vote like other states do.
S. RES. 534 — Expressing support for the recognition of January as Muslim-American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.
January 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:238
S. RES. 534 is a resolution introduced in the United States Senate to support the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month." The resolution acknowledges the significant contributions of Muslim Americans in various fields such as business, culture, science,...
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In January, people in the United States might celebrate something special called "Muslim-American Heritage Month" which is all about learning and appreciating the cool things Muslim Americans have done to help make the country a better place. People are encouraged to have fun activities to recognize and remember how important and diverse these contributions are.
H. RES. 1215 — Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to join in efforts to educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:278
H. RES. 1215 is a resolution urging elected officials and community leaders to educate the public about the achievements and contributions of Jewish Americans. This resolution highlights the importance of acknowledging Jewish American Heritage Month and calls for action...
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This is a special request for leaders to help teach people about how Jewish Americans have made the country better and to work on stopping negative feelings toward them. The idea is to celebrate their history and make sure everyone learns about the good things they've done.
H. RES. 1392 — Recognizing the significance of Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month in August as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to the history of the United States.
July 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:197
H. RES. 1392 recognizes August as "Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month" and highlights the important contributions of Mexican Americans to U.S. history. The resolution emphasizes the empowerment of the Chicano/Chicana identity, notes historical achievements in civil rights, innovation, and...
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H. RES. 1392 wants people to celebrate Chicano/Chicana Heritage Month in August to honor the amazing things Mexican Americans have done in the United States, but it doesn't say how to pay for or plan the celebrations, so some places might do things differently.
H. R. 10290 — To prohibit an entity from receiving Federal funds if such entity permits an individual to access or use a single-sex facility on the property of such entity that does not correspond to the biological sex of such person, and for other purposes.
December 04, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:623
H.R. 10290, known as the “Stop the Invasion of Women’s Spaces Act,” proposes to prohibit any entity from receiving federal funds if it allows individuals to use single-sex facilities, like restrooms or locker rooms, that do not match their biological sex. The bill outlines...
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H.R. 10290 is a rule that says places can't get money from the government if they let people use bathrooms or locker rooms that don't match the sex they were born with, unless it's an emergency with police or doctors involved.
S. 4121 — To reform the use of solitary confinement and other forms of restrictive housing in the Bureau of Prisons and the United States Marshals Service, and for other purposes.
April 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:10,147
S. 4121, known as the “Solitary Confinement Reform Act,” aims to regulate and restrict the use of solitary confinement in the Bureau of Prisons and the United States Marshals Service. The bill establishes guidelines for when solitary confinement can be used, focusing on minimizing its...
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This bill wants to make sure that putting people in timeout, or solitary confinement, is only done when absolutely necessary, for a short time, and that they get proper check-ups and care while they’re there. It also creates a special helper called an Ombudsman to listen to people’s complaints and help make things better.
H. R. 10231 — To establish the Justice Thurgood Marshall National Historic Site in the State of Maryland and provide for its administration as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
November 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,022
H. R. 10231 aims to establish the Justice Thurgood Marshall National Historic Site in Maryland, recognizing his significant contributions to civil rights and the legal field. The site will be located at the Justice Thurgood Marshall School (formerly Public School 103) in...
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The bill wants to make a special site in Maryland to remember Justice Thurgood Marshall, who fought for fair treatment for all people. It lets a local group take care of the site, but there's some confusion about how the money and rules will work.
S. 4536 — To designate the Federal building and United States courthouse located at 600 East First Street in Rome, Georgia, as the Harold L. Murphy Federal Building and United States Courthouse.
June 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:691
S. 4536 aims to officially name the Federal building and United States courthouse at 600 East First Street in Rome, Georgia, as the “Harold L. Murphy Federal Building and United States Courthouse.” The bill highlights the distinguished career and contributions of Judge Harold...
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In this bill, they're planning to give a special name to a courthouse in Rome, Georgia, calling it the “Harold L. Murphy Federal Building and United States Courthouse” to honor a judge for his important work.
H. RES. 1321 — Expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2024, as Stonewall Day.
June 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:311
H. RES. 1321 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives expressing support for making June 28, 2024, "Stonewall Day." This resolution acknowledges the Stonewall Uprising as a significant event in the history of LGBTQIA+ rights and commemorates the opening of the Stonewall...
Simple Explanation
Stonewall Day is a special day proposed for June 28, 2024, to remember an important event in history that helped people fight for fair treatment and equal rights for everyone, no matter who they love. This day reminds people to keep working toward a world where everyone feels safe and accepted.
S. 5152 — To establish protections for individual rights with respect to computational algorithms, and for other purposes.
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September 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:12,821
S. 5152, known as the "Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2024," aims to protect individual rights concerning the use of computational algorithms. The bill sets rules for developers and deployers of algorithms to prevent discrimination and harm, ensuring fairness,...
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S. 5152 is a proposed law called the "Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2024," aiming to keep people safe from unfair computer decisions. It makes sure computer programs are fair, explains how they work, and lets people speak up if something goes wrong with these decisions.
S. 5317 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review of the Homeland Security Information Network, and for other purposes.
November 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:392
S. 5317 aims to have the Comptroller General of the United States conduct a comprehensive review of the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN). The bill requires a report to be submitted within one year, evaluating how HSIN is used by various law enforcement agencies...
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The bill wants a special government helper to look closely at a big safety computer network used by police and then make sure it works well, doesn't cost too much, and keeps people's private info safe. The helper will tell everyone what they find in one year.
S. 3698 — To amend title 11, District of Columbia Official Code, to revise references in such title to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
January 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:278
S. 3698 is a bill that aims to update the language used in the District of Columbia Official Code to refer to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The bill proposes changes in specific sections of the code by replacing outdated terms like "substantially retarded...
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S. 3698 is a bill that wants to change some old and not-so-nice words in the laws for Washington, D.C., about people with intellectual disabilities to make them nicer and more respectful. For example, instead of saying "substantially retarded persons," it says "persons with moderate intellectual disabilities."
S. 5168 — To make certain antidiscrimination laws applicable to the judicial branch of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:23,574
S. 5168, the "Judiciary Accountability Act of 2024," seeks to make various antidiscrimination laws applicable to the judicial branch of the Federal Government. It extends protections against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic...
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S. 5168 is like a new set of rules trying to make sure judges and their helpers play fair and treat everyone nicely at work. It also wants to create a special team to help stop bad behavior and fix things if anyone is treated unfairly.
S. 4760 — To establish requirements for investigations of certain complaints of discrimination.
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July 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,698
S. 4760, titled the "Restoring Civility on Campus Act of 2024," aims to address discrimination on college campuses in the United States, particularly antisemitism and Islamophobia, following significant increases in such incidents after October 7, 2023. The bill requires the...
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S. 4760, the "Restoring Civility on Campus Act of 2024," is a law that wants to make sure people in colleges are treated fairly and not bullied because of their background. It says that complaints about unfair treatment should be checked quickly, with big fines for colleges not following the rules, but there might be some problems with money and understanding the exact rules.
H. R. 7378 — To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Frederick Douglass in recognition of his contributions to the cause of freedom, human rights, and the abolition of slavery in the United States.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,279
H.R. 7378 aims to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Frederick Douglass in recognition of his significant contributions to freedom, human rights, and the abolition of slavery in the United States. The bill acknowledges Douglass's achievements as an abolitionist,...
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H.R. 7378 wants to give a special gold medal to Frederick Douglass to say thank you for helping end slavery and fighting for human rights. This medal would be shown in a museum, and some copies might be made for people to buy.
H. R. 7915 — To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enhance the Department of Homeland Security’s oversight of certain intelligence matters, and for other purposes.
April 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:701
H.R. 7915 aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to strengthen the Department of Homeland Security's oversight concerning intelligence activities. It involves changes to ensure that intelligence information is shared and maintained with respect to privacy rights,...
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H.R. 7915 is a plan to help ensure that when people at the Department of Homeland Security share and manage important information, they do it safely without forgetting about people's right to privacy and fairness. It also makes sure that anyone handling this information gets special training to protect privacy and civil rights.
H. RES. 1397 — Expressing support for July to be designated as Disability Pride Month.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:206
H. RES. 1397 expresses support for recognizing July as "Disability Pride Month." This resolution highlights the contributions of individuals with disabilities and acknowledges the challenges they still face, such as discrimination and exclusion. It encourages people in the United States to...
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H. RES. 1397 is a plan to make July a special month, called "Disability Pride Month," where people can celebrate and support friends and family with disabilities by learning about their great contributions and making sure no one is left out or treated unfairly.
H. R. 8521 — To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland in recognition of her unique and substantial contributions to American life through her life-long commitment to social justice and equality for all citizens, exhibited both through direct action, at great personal risk, and through ongoing educational activities.
May 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,279
H.R. 8521 is a bill proposing the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland. The award recognizes her significant contributions to American society through her lifelong dedication to social justice and equality, achieved through direct action and...
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H.R. 8521 wants to give a special gold medal to Joan Trumpauer Mulholland because she has worked very hard to make sure everyone is treated equally and feels included, both by helping people directly and by teaching others. The bill also talks about making extra medals that can be sold to help pay for the real gold one.
H. RES. 1359 — Condemning the atrocities that occurred in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 30, 1866, in which a White supremacist mob brutalized, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans, and reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting the fundamental right to vote and to combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.
July 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:401
H. RES. 1359 is a resolution condemning the atrocities committed by a White supremacist mob in New Orleans on July 30, 1866, resulting in the brutalization, terrorization, and death of dozens of Black Americans. The resolution honors the memory of the victims and acknowledges...
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The bill is like a big promise to remember a very sad day long ago when some people were very mean to others in New Orleans. It also says that everyone should be able to vote and be treated fairly, but it doesn't explain exactly how they'll make that happen.
S. 4243 — To award posthumously the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,004
S. 4243 proposes to award Shirley Chisholm posthumously with the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of her trailblazing political achievements and contributions to civil rights. Shirley Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress and the first African-American to...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give a special gold medal to Shirley Chisholm, an important lady who did a lot of good things in politics, even after she has passed away. They also plan to make and sell bronze copies of this medal to help pay for making them.
H. RES. 1332 — Encouraging the celebration of the month of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
June 28, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:784
H. RES. 1332 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that encourages the celebration of June as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. It acknowledges the historical struggles and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community, including significant events like the Stonewall Inn...
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H. RES. 1332 is about celebrating June as a special month called "Pride Month" to remember and learn about LGBTQIA+ people, their history, and the challenges they face. It says that everyone should be treated fairly no matter who they love or who they are, and encourages people to learn more about this community's important role in history.
H. RES. 1135 — Supporting the goals and ideals of the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, a call to action to communities across the country to demand equal educational opportunity, basic civil rights protections, and freedom from erasure for all students, particularly LGBTQI+ young people, in K–12 schools.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:374
H. RES. 1135 is a resolution that supports the Rise Up for LGBTQI+ Youth in Schools Initiative, which calls for equal educational opportunities and protection of civil rights for all students, especially LGBTQI+ youth, in K–12 schools. It highlights the need for safe and...
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H. RES. 1135 is about making sure all kids, especially those who feel different, feel safe and treated fairly in schools. It supports activities that help everyone understand and include kids who might be LGBTQI+ or have other unique backgrounds.
S. RES. 744 — Expressing support for the designation of June 28, 2024, as “Stonewall Day”.
June 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:316
The resolution, S. RES. 744, submitted in the U.S. Senate, supports designating June 28, 2024, as “Stonewall Day.” It acknowledges the historic Stonewall Uprising of 1969, which highlighted the fight for LGBTQIA+ equality and rights. The resolution supports equal rights for all, recognizes...
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The U.S. Senate wants to make June 28, 2024, a special day called "Stonewall Day" to remember an important event that helped people in the LGBTQIA+ community fight for equal rights, just like everyone else. They think it's important to celebrate and support these rights for all people.
H. RES. 1218 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress recognizes the unseen sacrifices and countless contributions of the Southwest Florida law enforcement community.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:236
H. RES. 1218 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices of law enforcement officers in Southwest Florida. The House of Representatives expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the officers' dedication to keeping the community safe...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1218 is a special thank-you note from the House of Representatives to police officers in Southwest Florida, telling them how much their hard work and bravery are appreciated, especially during a week when everyone celebrates and honors police officers.
H. R. 7832 — An Act To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a plan to identify, integrate, and deploy new, innovative, disruptive, or other emerging or advanced technologies to enhance, or address capability gaps in, border security operations, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,515
H.R. 7832, titled the Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act, directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a plan to improve border security using advanced and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and nanotechnology. The legislation mandates...
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The Emerging Innovative Border Technologies Act wants the people in charge of keeping our borders safe to use cool new gadgets, like robots and tiny machines, to do their job better and keep everyone’s information safe. They need to think about privacy, work with smart companies, and tell Congress what new tools they’re using every year.
H. R. 7532 — To amend chapter 35 of title 44, United States Code, to establish Federal AI system governance requirements, and for other purposes.
March 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:5,699
H.R. 7532 aims to amend chapter 35 of title 44, United States Code, to establish guidelines for the governance of artificial intelligence (AI) systems within the federal government. The bill outlines several requirements to ensure that federal AI systems are used responsibly,...
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H.R. 7532 is like a set of rules for how the government should use smart computer systems (AI) to make sure they work safely and keep people's information private. It also wants to make sure everyone knows what's happening by checking these rules regularly.
H. RES. 1212 — Ending campus encampments.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:187
H. RES. 1212 addresses the issue of tent encampments on university campuses, which have led to illegal activities and disruption. The resolution criticizes universities that have negotiated with those in encampments or canceled classes, and it emphasizes maintaining free...
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H. RES. 1212 is a plan that says schools should work with police to quickly remove people living in tents on their campuses to keep the area safe and not change their rules just because someone asks in a protest.
H. R. 9730 — To amend title 49, United States Code, to clarify the use of detection at range technology for the screening of passengers, and for other purposes.
September 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:280
H. R. 9730 seeks to amend title 49 of the United States Code by clarifying how detection at range technology should be used to screen passengers. The bill specifies modifications to paragraph 44901(l) of title 49, including addressing privacy, civil rights, and civil...
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H. R. 9730 is a proposed law that wants to make sure the machines at the airport check people in a safe and fair way, by paying attention to people's privacy and rights. Mr. Gimenez introduced this idea, and special people in the government are going to study it to make sure it’s a good plan.
S. RES. 597 — Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States.
March 19, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:303
The resolution acknowledges and celebrates the heritage, culture, and contributions of American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian women in the United States. It recognizes their significant roles in shaping history, serving in the military, contributing to various professional...
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This is a resolution from the U.S. Senate saying thank you to Native American, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian women for all the amazing things they've done and keep doing, like helping people, making art, telling important stories, and being leaders.
S. RES. 637 — Expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:523
The Senate Resolution S. RES. 637 expresses support for the essential role that library staff play in public, school, academic, and special libraries across the United States. It highlights the importance of libraries in providing access to information, supporting community needs, and...
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In this resolution, the Senate says "thank you" to all the people who work in libraries, like the ones at your school or in your town, because they help everyone find information, learn, and have fun. They also want to make sure library workers have good support and can speak up for what they need.
H. R. 8191 — To prohibit discrimination based on an individual’s texture or style of hair.
April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,768
H.R. 8191, also known as the “CROWN Act of 2024,” aims to prohibit discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyle commonly associated with a particular race or national origin, especially in workplaces, schools, housing, and public accommodations. It recognizes that racial...
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The bill H.R. 8191 wants to make sure that no one is treated unfairly, like in schools or work, just because of their hair style or texture, especially if it’s a style mostly worn by people from certain races or places. It’s like saying it’s okay for everyone to have their hair however they like without worrying someone might be mean about it.
S. 3492 — To amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for interfering with commerce by blocking public roads.
December 13, 2023
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:500
The bill S. 3492, titled the "Safe and Open Streets Act," proposes an amendment to title 18 of the United States Code. It aims to make it illegal to intentionally obstruct, delay, or affect commerce by blocking public roads or highways. Those found guilty of this offense...
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The bill wants to make a new rule that makes it bad to block roads and stop people or things from moving around; this means if someone blocks a street on purpose, they could get in trouble, like having to pay money or go to jail for up to five years.
H. RES. 962 — Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate.
January 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:571
H. RES. 962 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to honor Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It celebrates the 95th anniversary of his birth and emphasizes the importance of diversity, tolerance, and condemning hate. The resolution affirms Dr. King's...
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This resolution is like a special message from the House of Representatives to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 95th birthday, reminding everyone to be kind to each other and treat everyone fairly, no matter who they are. It encourages people to remember Dr. King's dreams for a peaceful and equal world where no one is treated badly because of their differences.
S. 4699 — To provide limited authority to use the Armed Forces to suppress insurrection or rebellion and quell domestic violence.
July 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,333
The bill, S. 4699, proposes granting the President limited authority to deploy the Armed Forces within the United States to handle situations of insurrection, rebellion, or widespread domestic violence, but only as a last resort when state and local authorities are unable to...
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The bill lets the President use the army to help stop big fights or problems in the country if local helpers can't do it. But they must follow rules, ask Congress first, and make sure people’s rights are respected.
H. R. 8933 — To amend the Securities Act of 1933 to require covered issuers to carry out a racial equity audit every 2 years, to require atonement for the descendants of enslaved persons, and for other purposes.
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July 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,180
The bill H.R. 8933, referred to as the “Original Securities and Exchange Atonement Act of 2024,” seeks to amend the Securities Act of 1933 to require companies with over 100 employees or a capitalization of at least $300 million to conduct a racial equity audit every two...
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The bill wants big companies to check if they're being fair every two years and help people whose ancestors were slaves by sharing money. If companies don't follow the rules, they have to pay big fines.
H. R. 10186 — To prohibit individuals from accessing or using single-sex facilities on Federal property other than those corresponding to their biological sex, and for other purposes.
November 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:581
H. R. 10186, known as the “Protecting Women’s Private Spaces Act,” aims to restrict the use of single-sex facilities on federal property to individuals whose biological sex matches the designated sex of the facility. This means restrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms can...
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H. R. 10186 is like a rule saying that when people go to the bathroom or change clothes on certain government lands, they have to use the room that matches the body they were born with, like boys in the boys' room and girls in the girls' room. There are some special times when helpers like doctors or police officers can go in the rooms they don't usually use, like if someone is hurt.
S. 5238 — To amend title 49, United States Code, to prohibit Amtrak from including mandatory arbitration clauses in contracts of carriage, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,262
The bill S. 5238, titled the "Ending Passenger Rail Forced Arbitration Act," aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code to forbid Amtrak from using mandatory arbitration clauses in their contracts of carriage. It seeks to prevent agreements that would force customers to...
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S. 5238 is a rule that tells Amtrak they can't make people agree to solve problems through arbitration, which is like a private meeting, instead of going to court. It also says people can still join together in big group lawsuits if they have the same problem with Amtrak.
H. R. 6090 — An Act To provide for the consideration of a definition of antisemitism set forth by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance for the enforcement of Federal antidiscrimination laws concerning education programs or activities, and for other purposes.
May 02, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:969
H.R. 6090, also known as the “Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023,” aims to enhance the enforcement of federal antidiscrimination laws related to education by acknowledging antisemitism as a form of discrimination. The bill emphasizes the significance of using the...
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H.R. 6090 is a bill that wants teachers and schools to use a special definition of "antisemitism," or being unfair to Jewish people, to make sure everyone is treated nicely and fairly, just like the law says they should. This bill also makes sure this doesn't stop anyone from saying what they believe is true.
H. RES. 998 — Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2024, as Transit Equity Day.
February 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:292
H. RES. 998 supports recognizing February 4, 2024, as "Transit Equity Day" to honor Rosa Parks and her contributions to civil rights. The resolution emphasizes the importance of accessible and affordable public transit for all, highlighting its role in promoting social...
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H. RES. 998 is a special day to remember Rosa Parks and the importance of buses and trains being fair and easy for everyone to use. It doesn't spend any money but asks people to keep working on making public transportation better for everyone and celebrates with some agencies offering free rides for a day.
H. R. 9954 — To prohibit use of remote biometric surveillance technology on any data acquired by body-worn cameras of law enforcement officers, and for other purposes.
October 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,219
H.R. 9954 aims to ban the use of facial recognition and other remote biometric surveillance technologies on data collected by body-worn cameras used by law enforcement officers. It argues that such technologies pose threats to civil rights, often misidentifying individuals,...
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The bill wants to stop the police from using special technology that can recognize faces or capture other personal details from videos recorded by cameras they wear, to help protect people's privacy. It also asks states to follow similar rules if they want to get federal money.
H. R. 7945 — To provide a definition of antisemitism for the enforcement of covered civil rights laws.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,144
H.R. 7945, known as the “Define to Defeat Act of 2024,” aims to provide a clear definition of antisemitism, guided by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition, for use in enforcing civil rights laws. The bill requires federal departments and...
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H.R. 7945 wants to clearly define what being unkind to Jewish people means, using a well-known definition, so everyone can understand and follow the rules. It asks the government to teach people about this definition to help stop any unfair treatment.
H. R. 8654 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review of the Homeland Security Information Network, and for other purposes.
August 30, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:512
H.R. 8654, known as the “Streamlining Law Enforcement Information Sharing Act,” instructs the Comptroller General to review the Homeland Security Information Network. The review will analyze how this network is used by various law enforcement agencies, compare it to other tools like...
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The bill wants someone to look closely at a big computer system that helps the police share information. It checks how well it works, how much it costs, and if it keeps people's personal information safe.
H. R. 7937 — To terminate the authorities of certain entities of the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,072
H. R. 7937, also known as the "Diversity Equity Inclusion Dead On Arrival Act of 2024" or "DEI DOA Act," is a proposed law that seeks to terminate the authority of various federal offices focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This bill lists multiple government...
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H. R. 7937 is a bill that wants to stop some government offices from working on ideas like fairness, diversity, and making sure everyone is included, by closing them down and not letting others make plans about these things.
H. R. 10092 — To require agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to have an office of civil rights focused on bias, discrimination, and other harms of algorithms, and for other purposes.
November 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:851
H.R. 10092, known as the "Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2024," requires agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to create a civil rights office. These offices will focus on addressing bias, discrimination, and other harms caused by algorithms. They must report on the...
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The bill wants to make sure that when machines make decisions, they do not treat people unfairly or with bias. It wants to create special teams in places that use or look after these machines to watch over them and suggest ways to make them better.
H. RES. 1239 — Strongly condemning the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States.
May 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:259
H. RES. 1239 condemns the increase in antisemitic incidents on college campuses across the United States, especially following the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas on Israel. The resolution criticizes college administrators who allow antisemitic activities on their campuses and urges the...
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Congress is talking about a rule to stop mean actions toward Jewish people in colleges. They want schools and the government to make sure this rule is followed and might take money away from schools that don't stop the bad behavior.
S. 4243 — An Act To award posthumously the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm.
December 06, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:878
S. 4243 is a bill that posthumously awards the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm, recognizing her achievements as the first African-American woman elected to Congress and her historic run for the Presidency. The bill details the process for designing and presenting...
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S. 4243 is a bill that says they want to give a special gold medal to Shirley Chisholm as a way to say thank you for being amazing, because she was the first African-American woman in Congress and ran for President. This medal will be shown in a museum, and they might make some more to sell, but some people worry it's not clear how much everything will cost.
S. 4243 — An Act To award posthumously the Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm.
December 03, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:885
The Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act (S. 4243) authorizes the posthumous award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Shirley Chisholm. Shirley Chisholm was the first African-American woman elected to Congress and was a prominent advocate for civil rights, women's...
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The Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act wants to give a special gold medal to Shirley Chisholm, a famous woman who fought for everyone's rights, even after she has passed away. The medal will be shown in a museum, and copies made of bronze can be sold to help fund the U.S. Mint.
H. RES. 1490 — Expressing support for the designation of September 23, 2024, as Mary Church Terrell Day, and calling on Congress to recognize Mary Church Terrell’s lasting contributions to the civil rights and women’s rights movements.
September 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:179
H. RES. 1490 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives in support of designating September 23, 2024, as "Mary Church Terrell Day." The resolution recognizes Terrell's significant contributions to the civil rights and women's rights movements. It highlights her achievements as...
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There is a plan to make September 23, 2024, a special day called "Mary Church Terrell Day." This day would celebrate Mary Church Terrell for helping people with civil rights and women's rights a long time ago. Congress is being asked to officially remember all the good things she did.
S. 3842 — To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali, in recognition of his contributions to the United States.
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February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,050
The bill, S. 3842, aims to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his significant contributions to the United States. It outlines Ali's achievements as a celebrated athlete, civil rights activist, and humanitarian, and highlights his...
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The bill wants to give a special gold medal to Muhammad Ali for being a great boxer and helping lots of people. To pay for the medal, they might sell copies made of bronze.
S. RES. 670 — Strongly condemning the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States.
May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:296
S. RES. 670 is a resolution introduced in the U.S. Senate that condemns the increase of antisemitism on college campuses across the United States. It highlights the rise in antisemitic incidents following the October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, and criticizes university...
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S. RES. 670 is like a letter from the U.S. Senate saying, "We think it's bad that there are more mean actions against Jewish people at colleges and universities, and schools should do more to stop it." They want the Department of Education to help make sure everyone is treated fairly.
H. RES. 1006 — Recognizing the birthday of legendary reggae artist Robert Bob Nesta Marley.
February 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:125
H. RES. 1006 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to recognize the birthday of Bob Marley, a legendary reggae artist. The resolution highlights Marley's contributions as a musician and global advocate for civil and human rights. It celebrates his...
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The bill is like a special card from the government that says "Happy Birthday" to Bob Marley, a famous musician, and celebrates how his music and messages of peace have made the world a better place.
S. RES. 561 — Designating February 16, 2024, as National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day.
February 13, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:187
The resolution S. RES. 561 proposes designating February 16, 2024, as "National Elizabeth Peratrovich Day" to honor Elizabeth Wanamaker Peratrovich, a Tlingit civil rights activist. Elizabeth played a significant role in advocating for the Anti-Discrimination Act of 1945 in...
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To remember and celebrate the important work of Elizabeth Peratrovich, who helped make laws that treat people fairly and equally, the resolution wants to make February 16, 2024, a special day named after her.
H. R. 8706 — To ensure equal protection of the law, to prevent racism in the Federal Government, and for other purposes.
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June 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:10,381
H.R. 8706, also known as the "Dismantle DEI Act of 2024," seeks to remove practices related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the federal government and its associated activities. The bill aims to stop using federal funds to support DEI offices, training, or any similar...
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H.R. 8706 wants to stop the government from spending money on activities that focus on making sure everyone is treated fairly and included, like special training or offices. It means money can’t be used to teach about being nice to everyone, and it allows people to take action if they see this rule being broken.
S. 5317 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a review of the Homeland Security Information Network, and for other purposes.
December 19, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:810
S. 5317, titled the “Streamlining Law Enforcement Information Sharing Act,” requires the Comptroller General of the United States to review the Homeland Security Information Network within a year of the bill's enactment. The report will assess how this network is used by...
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S. 5317 wants a special checker to look at a big system that helps share important safety information. They want to see if it works well and keeps people's secrets safe, a bit like checking if a favorite toy is still the best and safest one to play with.

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