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S. CON. RES. 2 — To provide for the counting on January 6, 2025, of the electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States.
January 03, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:395
S. CON. RES. 2 establishes the procedure for counting the electoral votes for the President and Vice President of the United States on January 6, 2025. The resolution directs that both Houses of Congress will convene in the Hall of the House of Representatives, where...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about how grown-ups in the government will count and tell us who won the President and Vice President elections on January 6, 2025. They will meet in a big room to read the votes out loud from every state and then announce the winners.
H. R. 7385 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 29 Franklin Street in Petersburg, Virginia, as the John Mercer Langston Post Office Building.
September 25, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:305
H.R. 7385 is a bill that designates the United States Postal Service facility at 29 Franklin Street in Petersburg, Virginia, as the “John Mercer Langston Post Office Building.” This designation formalizes the name in all official documents, maps, and references used by the...
Simple Explanation
The H.R. 7385 bill wants to give a special name, "John Mercer Langston Post Office Building," to a post office in Petersburg, Virginia, at 29 Franklin Street. This means that everyone in the government will use this new name in all official papers and discussions.
H. R. 9216 — To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a comprehensive study on the use of distributed ledger technology in the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:775
H. R. 9216 instructs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a detailed study on using distributed ledger technology, like blockchain, within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The goal is to explore how this technology could make managing veterans' benefits and records...
Simple Explanation
Imagine the Department of Veterans Affairs wants to see if a special kind of digital technology called "blockchain" can help them keep veterans' information safe and organized. This bill tells them to study how useful it might be and share their findings with Congress soon.
H. R. 9487 — To amend the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970 to authorize the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives to designate more than one of the attorneys of the Office of the Legislative Counsel as a Deputy Legislative Counsel, and for other purposes.
September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:381
H.R. 9487 aims to change the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970. It allows the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives to appoint more than one Deputy Legislative Counsel from among its attorneys. This change ensures that if there is more than one Deputy...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, some lawyers who help make the rules for the United States can now have a helper, and there can be more than one helper. This is to help them work better and faster.
H. R. 8206 — To ensure that Big Cypress National Preserve may not be designated as wilderness or as a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:211
H.R. 8206 prevents the Big Cypress National Preserve from being classified as either wilderness or part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Scott Franklin and several other representatives from Florida...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8206 is a plan to make sure that a special area called the Big Cypress National Preserve isn't turned into a wilderness area, which is a special kind of nature park. This means it won't be part of a big system that protects such wilderness parks, but it doesn't say why they want to do this.
H. R. 8932 — An Act To establish an earlier application processing cycle for the FAFSA.
November 23, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:247
The FAFSA Deadline Act (H.R. 8932) aims to start the FAFSA application process earlier. It amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to ensure that applications open by October 1, instead of January 1, for students' planned year of enrollment. The Act also requires the...
Simple Explanation
The FAFSA Deadline Act wants to make sure that students can start filling out their college money forms earlier, on October 1, but there might be some problems if things don't go as planned, and the rules to fix them aren't super clear.
H. RES. 981 — Recognizing the importance of Tribal colleges and universities to the United States and expressing support for designating the week beginning February 5, 2024, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.
January 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:187
H. RES. 981 recognizes the significant role of Tribal colleges and universities in the United States and supports designating the week starting February 5, 2024, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week." This resolution highlights the educational opportunities these institutions...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that there's a special week starting on February 5, 2024, to celebrate schools called Tribal colleges and universities, which are important for teaching and keeping Native American traditions alive. It asks everyone to join in by doing fun and meaningful activities to show support for these schools.
S. 4128 — To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress a report on abortions facilitated by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
April 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:622
S. 4128 is known as the “VA Abortion Transparency Act of 2024.” The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to send regular reports to Congress about abortions facilitated by the Department of Veterans Affairs. These reports must include details such as the number of...
Simple Explanation
The bill makes sure the people in charge of helping veterans tell the government about how many abortions they help with, how they do them, and how much they cost, but without sharing anyone’s personal information. This is like keeping track of things in a notebook to show what they are doing, while making sure not to use anyone's name.
H. R. 7335 — To direct the Attorney General, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security, to report to the appropriate committees on encounters with covered aliens included in the terrorist screening database.
February 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,382
H.R. 7335, known as the “Transparency in National Security Threats Act,” requires the Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress about encounters with aliens listed in the terrorist screening database. This includes detailed monthly reports...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7335 wants big important people to tell others about people they meet who might be on a special scary list, but they have to be careful not to share stuff that's too secret.
H. R. 7104 — To require the National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board to submit an annual report on the activities of the Board and other information, and for other purposes.
February 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:450
H.R. 7104 is a bill that aims to enhance the responsibilities of the National Small Business Development Center Advisory Board. It requires the Board to submit an annual report detailing its activities and providing recommendations for improving small business development...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7104 is a plan that asks a special group to write a yearly story about what they do to help small businesses and share ideas to make these businesses even better. This group has to send this story to important people in the government, but they won't get extra money to do it.
S. 3771 — To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide increased locality pay rates to certain Bureau of Prisons employees whose duty stations are located in the pay locality designated as Rest of U.S., and for other purposes.
February 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:954
The bill, titled the "Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act," aims to amend certain sections of title 5 of the United States Code to provide higher locality pay rates to Bureau of Prisons employees who are located in areas designated as "Rest of U.S." Rather than being...
Simple Explanation
The "Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act" wants to give some prison workers more money if they live in certain parts of the country. It will make sure their pay is like workers in nearby places that pay better.
H. J. RES. 129 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Departments of Labor, the Treasury, and Health and Human Services relating to Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance and Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage.
April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:314
H. J. RES. 129 is a joint resolution from the 118th Congress that expresses congressional disapproval of a specific rule from the Departments of Labor, the Treasury, and Health and Human Services. This rule concerns regulations regarding "Short-Term, Limited-Duration...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like Congress saying, "We don't agree with a rule about how some special short-term health insurance works, and we think it shouldn't count anymore."
H. R. 9535 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building.
September 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:246
H. R. 9535 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 130 South Patterson Avenue in Santa Barbara, California, as the “Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez Post Office Building.” The bill, introduced by Mr. Carbajal, mandates that all references...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Santa Barbara, California, to honor a person named Brigadier General Frederick R. Lopez so that everyone recognizes this name in official documents.
H. R. 6062 — An Act To restore the ability of the people of American Samoa to approve amendments to the territorial constitution based on majority rule in a democratic act of self-determination, as authorized pursuant to an Act of Congress delegating administration of Federal territorial law in the territory to the President, and to the Secretary of the Interior under Executive Order 10264, dated June 29, 1951, under which the Constitution of American Samoa was approved and may be amended without requirement for further congressional action, subject to the authority of Congress under the Territorial Clause in article IV, section 3, clause 2 of the United States Constitution.
November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:485
H.R. 6062 aims to give the people of American Samoa the power to approve changes to their territorial constitution through a majority vote. This bill intends to restore their ability to make amendments in a democratic way without needing further congressional approval. The bill relates to the...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about letting the people of American Samoa decide on changes to their local rules through voting, just like when kids vote on what game to play, without needing permission each time from the grown-ups in charge far away.
H. RES. 1461 — Supporting the designation of September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month.
September 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:827
The resolution H. RES. 1461 supports the establishment of September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month." It emphasizes the significance of voting in a democracy and highlights the historical and ongoing barriers to voting faced by minority groups in the United States. The...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants everyone to think about how important voting is by making September a special month for voting rights. It asks for schools to teach kids why voting matters and for people to share more information to help everyone know how to vote.
S. CON. RES. 33 — Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in honor of the remains of Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during the Korean conflict.
April 17, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:219
S. CON. RES. 33 permits the remains of Army Colonel Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during the Korean conflict, to lie in honor in the rotunda of the Capitol on April 29, 2024. This event is intended to honor the Silent...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that Ralph Puckett, Jr., a very brave soldier from the Korean War, will have a special honor by having his body displayed in a grand building called the Capitol so people can remember and say thank you.
H. R. 4310 — An Act To ban the sale of products with a high concentration of sodium nitrite to individuals, and for other purposes.
May 16, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:268
H. R. 4310, titled the "Youth Poisoning Protection Act," aims to prohibit the sale of any consumer products to individuals that contain a high concentration of sodium nitrite, defined as 10% or more by weight. Such products are deemed hazardous under the Consumer Product...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 4310 wants to stop people from buying products with too much of a chemical called sodium nitrite to keep everyone safe. If the law is passed, businesses will have 90 days to follow the new rule.
H. R. 7713 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress the annual performance plans for Department of Veterans Affairs political appointees.
March 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:273
H. R. 7713 aims to change title 38 of the United States Code to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to send the yearly performance plans of political appointees in the Department of Veterans Affairs to Congress. The bill mandates that these plans be submitted to the...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make sure that big bosses at the Veterans Department tell Congress their plans every year, so everyone can see what they're doing and check if they're doing a good job.
S. CON. RES. 3 — Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the late James Earl Carter, Jr., 39th President of the United States.
January 03, 2025
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:119
Words:268
S. CON. RES. 3 is a concurrent resolution that authorizes the use of the Capitol's rotunda for the lying in state of the remains of James Earl Carter, Jr., the 39th President of the United States. The resolution also directs the Architect of the Capitol to move the...
Simple Explanation
President Jimmy Carter was a leader who once served the United States, and there's a plan to have his body honored in a special place inside a big building called the Capitol. This will happen from January 7 to January 9, 2025, and they will use a special platform to hold his casket there.
H. R. 8344 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture to submit to Congress a report on available assistance to agricultural producers in the State of Texas that have suffered economic losses due to the failure of Mexico to deliver water.
May 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:355
H. R. 8344 requires the Secretary of Agriculture to report to Congress on what assistance is available to farmers in Texas who have experienced economic losses because Mexico did not provide water as agreed in a 1944 treaty. This report must be submitted within 180 days of...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8344 says that the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture needs to tell Congress about ways to help farmers in Texas who lost money because Mexico didn't give them enough water as promised. This report has to be ready in about half a year.
H. R. 8800 — To designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
June 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:645
H.R. 8800 proposes to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill outlines the symbolic significance of the bald eagle, highlighting its historical and cultural importance to the country. It amends the United States Code to formally...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make the bald eagle the official bird of the United States, recognizing it for its special place in American history and culture. It does not plan to change any current rules about bald eagles.
S. RES. 1 — Establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States that a quorum of each House is assembled.
January 03, 2025
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:119
Words:147
S. RES. 1 establishes a committee made up of two Senators, which will work together with a similar committee from the House of Representatives. The purpose of this joint committee is to inform the President of the United States that a quorum, or the minimum number of members...
Simple Explanation
S. RES. 1 is about creating a special team with two Senators who, along with people from the House, let the President know that enough people are in Congress to start working. This is just to show the President that everyone is ready to begin and listen to what he has to say.
H. R. 9459 — An Act To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to enable secure and trustworthy technology through other transaction contracting authority, and for other purposes.
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September 23, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:425
H. R. 9459, also known as the “Producing Advanced Technologies for Homeland Security Act” or the “PATHS Act”, aims to update the Homeland Security Act of 2002. This bill extends the research and development acquisition pilot program until September 30, 2027, allowing the use...
Simple Explanation
The PATHS Act wants to help the government use new and safe technology by letting them work on special projects until 2027, like smart computer programs (AI). It changes how money is used, by lowering the biggest amount they can spend on some projects, to make sure they spend wisely and keep everything fair and safe.
S. 4659 — To require that the President’s annual budget submission to Congress and any concurrent resolution on the budget include the ratio of the public debt to the estimated gross domestic product of the United States, and for other purposes.
July 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:374
S. 4659, also known as the "Debt-to-GDP Transparency and Stabilization Act," requires that the President's annual budget submission to Congress and any concurrent budget resolutions include the ratio of the public debt to the estimated gross domestic product of the United States. This bill...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the President to tell Congress how much the country owes (the public debt) compared to how much money the whole country makes (GDP) each year, kind of like checking how big someone’s allowance is compared to their chores. This helps everyone understand how well the country is handling its money.
S. J. RES. 1 — Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve.
January 07, 2025
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:119
Words:438
S. J. RES. 1 proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would limit the number of terms a person can serve in Congress. Specifically, it would restrict a person to serving three terms as a Representative in the House and two terms as a Senator. The resolution also...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make a new rule that people in the U.S. Congress can only do their jobs for a certain number of times: three times for House members and two times for Senators. But if they started their jobs before this rule becomes official, those times wouldn't count.
H. R. 9946 — To authorize the appropriation of $8,000,000,000 for disaster loans.
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October 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:132
H. R. 9946 aims to allocate $8,000,000,000 for disaster loans managed by the Small Business Administration in the United States. The bill was introduced by Mr. Moskowitz and is currently under consideration by the Committee on Small Business.
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9946 is a proposed law that wants to give $8 billion to help small businesses get back on their feet after a disaster, but it needs to make sure the money is used wisely and fairly.
H. R. 7966 — To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the verification of the financial independence of financial services counselors providing services to members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:963
H.R. 7966 aims to amend title 10 of the United States Code to ensure financial services counselors working with members of the Armed Forces are financially independent. The bill outlines that these counselors must submit annual financial disclosures to verify they are free...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7966 is a new rule that checks if the people giving money advice to soldiers don't have any money secrets of their own, to make sure they're giving honest advice. They have to show a paper every year with their money details, like a report card showing they have no secrets.
H. R. 6864 — To amend the Department of Housing and Urban Development Act to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to testify on an annual basis before the Congress.
July 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:639
H.R. 6864, known as the “HUD Accountability Act of 2024,” aims to change the Department of Housing and Urban Development Act by requiring the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to testify annually before Congress. For a period of five years, the Secretary must present information...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the leader of a big house and city help team to talk to the people in charge every year and tell them how they’re helping people find affordable homes and not be homeless. It also needs them to check how well they're using their money and if they're doing a good job.
H. RES. 1312 — Expressing support for the designation of July 2024 as Veterans Appreciation Month.
June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:90
H. RES. 1312 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives expressing support for designating July 2024 as Veterans Appreciation Month. It acknowledges the sacrifices and bravery of U.S. veterans who have served in the military and highlights the importance of...
Simple Explanation
In July 2024, people want to say a big "thank you" to veterans who are the brave people who were in the military to keep us safe. It's a special month to remember them and the hard things they have been through.
S. 5391 — To establish a National STEM Week to promote American innovation and enhance STEM education pathways for all students, including those in rural, urban, and underserved communities.
November 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,007
S. 5391 proposes the establishment of a National STEM Week in the United States to promote innovation and enhance education in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields. The bill outlines the goals of this week, which include highlighting the importance...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a special week called "National STEM Week" to help kids learn more about science, technology, engineering, and math by making fun activities at school and at home. It aims to bring schools and important companies together to show kids all the cool things they can do with STEM.
S. 612 — An Act To reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, and for other purposes.
September 23, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:433
S. 612 seeks to reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, focusing on cooperation and funding for environmental restoration efforts. It proposes changes to Section 4(f) of the original Act for cooperative authorities, and it revises the funding availability period under...
Simple Explanation
S. 612 is like a plan to continue taking care of a big lake called Lake Tahoe, making sure there's enough money to clean and protect it until 2034. But, it doesn't say exactly how much money will be used, which could be a bit confusing and tricky to manage.
H. RES. 1469 — Ensuring accountability for key officials in the Biden-Harris administration responsible for decisionmaking and execution failures throughout the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:490
The resolution, H. RES. 1469, presented during the 118th Congress, seeks to ensure accountability for key officials in the Biden-Harris administration regarding mistakes and failures during the withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. It criticizes the administration's approach...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants certain people in the White House to take responsibility for making mistakes when the U.S. left Afghanistan in 2021. It says they should have done a better job to keep everyone safe and not make the U.S. look bad, but doesn't say how they should fix it.
H. R. 8606 — To reauthorize the Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to support Holocaust education programs, and for other purposes.
July 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,250
H.R. 8606, titled the “Never Again Education Reauthorization and Study Act of 2024," seeks to extend funding for Holocaust education programs through fiscal year 2030. The bill also mandates the Director of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum to conduct a study on Holocaust education...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8606 is a plan to give more money to teach kids about the Holocaust until the year 2030, and it also wants to learn how well these lessons are taught in schools across the country.
S. 3777 — To require Congress to budget in advance for disasters, and for other purposes.
February 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:818
S. 3777 aims to change how Congress plans for disasters by requiring them to allocate funds in advance. It eliminates certain budget exemptions starting in 2025 and changes the required congressional vote to declare emergency spending from three-fifths to two-thirds....
Simple Explanation
This bill wants Congress to save up money ahead of time for big emergencies, like storms or earthquakes, instead of deciding quickly when they happen. It also wants other people who check money stuff to see how well this plan works.
H. R. 7224 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program.
February 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:187
H. R. 7224 seeks to modify the Public Health Service Act to extend the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond (SOAR) to Health and Wellness Training Program. This bill proposes changing the authorized period for the program from the fiscal years 2020-2024 to 2025-2029. The purpose...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to keep a special training program going for more years, from 2025 to 2029, to help doctors and nurses learn how to spot and help people who are being treated badly, like in human trafficking.
H. R. 6394 — An Act To provide for the creation of a Congressional time capsule in commemoration of the semiquincentennial of the United States, and for other purposes.
December 17, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:587
H. R. 6394 is called the “Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act.” This bill proposes the creation of a Congressional time capsule to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The time capsule will include items like books, manuscripts, and...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about making a special box called a "time capsule" to celebrate America's 250th birthday. This box will hold important things from Congress and stay shut until the year 2276, when future people will decide what to do with it.
H. J. RES. 143 — 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.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:329
H. J. RES. 143 is a joint resolution that proposes Congress disapprove a specific rule issued by the Department of Labor. This rule relates to amendments made to certain prohibited transaction exemptions, which are outlined in a set of previously established regulations. By passing this...
Simple Explanation
Imagine there's a rule that says "no touching the cookie jar," and Congress wants to make sure that rule doesn’t start because they don’t agree with it. So, they made a paper saying, "We don't like this rule and don't want it to happen!" That’s what this resolution is doing with some complicated grown-up rules.
S. CON. RES. 2 — To provide for the counting on January 6, 2025, of the electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States.
January 03, 2025
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:119
Words:363
S. CON. RES. 2 provides for a joint meeting of Congress on January 6, 2025, to count the electoral votes for President and Vice President of the United States. The resolution specifies that the meeting will be held in the Hall of the House of Representatives and that the...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about a big meeting where all the people from Congress come together to count and announce who won the big job of President and Vice President after everyone in the country has voted. They will do this by reading special papers that tell them who the winner is, and the leader of the meeting will tell everyone the results.
H. CON. RES. 89 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust.
February 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:253
H. CON. RES. 89 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on May 7, 2024. The event is part of the commemoration of the days remembering the victims of the Holocaust. The resolution allows the necessary physical preparations for the...
Simple Explanation
This bill allows a special room called Emancipation Hall to be used for a ceremony on May 7, 2024, to remember and honor people affected by a very sad time in history, the Holocaust. It also says they can prepare the room as needed for the ceremony.
H. R. 8717 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 20 West Main Street in Santaquin, Utah, as the SGT Bill Hooser Post Office Building.
December 21, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:183
H. R. 8717 is a bill that officially names the United States Postal Service facility located at 20 West Main Street in Santaquin, Utah, as the "SGT Bill Hooser Post Office Building." This means that all references to this postal service facility in any legal documents, maps,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to name a special building where people send and get mail in Santaquin, Utah, after a person named SGT Bill Hooser. So, instead of just calling it the post office, everyone will now call it the "SGT Bill Hooser Post Office Building."
H. R. 9313 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to report to Congress on the compliance under the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 of all office buildings under the jurisdiction, custody, or control of the General Services Administration, and for other purposes.
December 05, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:415
H. R. 9313 aims to ensure that all office buildings managed by the General Services Administration comply with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968. It requires the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report to Congress detailing this compliance within one...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9313 is a plan to make sure buildings used by the government are easy for everyone to get into. It asks an important person to check if these buildings are doing a good job and then tell the grown-ups in charge.
H. R. 10200 — To improve parental leave for members of the Armed Forces.
November 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:598
H.R. 10200, titled the “Protecting Military Parental Leave Evaluations Act,” aims to improve parental leave for members of the Armed Forces. The bill acknowledges the need to exempt service members who take more than 31 consecutive days of parental leave from performance...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10200 is a bill that wants to help military parents by making sure taking time off to be with their new babies or adopted kids doesn't hurt their job ratings. It also lets them take this special time off anytime in the first two years without asking for extra permission.
H. R. 10190 — To direct the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to study the feasibility of establishing a Juneteenth Museum on Galveston Island, Texas, and for other purposes.
November 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:475
H.R. 10190, also known as the "Juneteenth Museum Act of 2024," directs the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to assess the feasibility of creating a Juneteenth Museum on Galveston Island, Texas. The study will explore various aspects, including costs, potential museum...
Simple Explanation
Imagine your friend wants to throw a big party for a special day, but they're not sure where to have it, how much it might cost, or who should help plan it. This bill asks a big museum leader to think about these things for a new Juneteenth museum, which could tell really cool stories about freedom, and to share their ideas with important people who make decisions.
H. RES. 1475 — Expressing support for the designation of September 2024 as Peace Month and calling on Congress to take action to promote peace.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:135
H. RES. 1475 is a resolution that expresses support for designating September 2024 as "Peace Month" and encourages Congress to take actions to promote peace both locally and globally. The resolution aligns with the United Nations' International Day of Peace on September 21,...
Simple Explanation
In this resolution, the House of Representatives supports calling September 2024 "Peace Month," encouraging everyone to work towards making the world a more peaceful and friendly place. It's like creating a special time to remember how important it is to be kind and help each other, just like on the United Nations' Peace Day on September 21.
H. R. 8736 — To require the President to notify Congress of each instance the President takes certain drugs relating to cognitive function, and for other purposes.
June 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:213
H.R. 8736, also known as the "No Juicing Joe Act," proposes that the President of the United States must inform Congress every time they take certain drugs that affect cognitive functions. The law requires the President to notify both the House of Representatives and the Senate within five...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that whenever the President takes some special medicines that might change how they think or feel, they have to tell a group of important people called Congress within a few days. This is to make sure everyone knows and there are no surprises.
H. R. 7192 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 333 West Broadway in Anaheim, California, as the Dr. William I. Bill Kott Post Office Building.
February 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:474
H. R. 7192 is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives that aims to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 333 West Broadway in Anaheim, California. If enacted, this facility will be officially recognized as the "Dr. William I. ‘Bill’ Kott Post...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Anaheim, California, to the "Dr. William I. ‘Bill’ Kott Post Office Building," but doing this might mean spending some money to update things like signs and maps.
H. CON. RES. 110 — Establishing grounds under which Members of Congress may vote by proxy and remotely attend committee proceedings in the event of illness, a death in the family, jury service, military service, and other emergency situations, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,186
The concurrent resolution, cited as the "Legislative Proxy and Absence Accommodation Resolution," introduces a system allowing Members of Congress to vote by proxy and attend committee proceedings remotely under specific circumstances. These circumstances include personal illness, family...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, if members of Congress get sick, have a family emergency, or can't safely travel, they can still do their jobs by voting or joining meetings from far away with special permission, so they don't miss important work.
H. R. 6989 — To amend an Act of Congress approved June 8, 1940, with respect to emergency permits for rights-of-way, and for other purposes.
January 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:284
H. R. 6989, known as the "Blue Ridge Fire Safety Act," aims to amend a previous law from June 8, 1940, concerning emergency permits for rights-of-way. The amendment requires that at least one emergency permit must be issued for emergency use to owners of lands adjacent to the...
Simple Explanation
The "Blue Ridge Fire Safety Act" is a plan to make sure special emergency permits are given out to help keep areas next to the Blue Ridge Parkway safe from fires in Virginia and North Carolina. It means if something dangerous happens, they have a way to help faster.
H. CON. RES. 83 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
May 09, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:589
H. CON. RES. 83 allows the Grand Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police to hold two public events on the Capitol Grounds in May 2024. These events include the 43rd Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service to honor officers who died in 2023 and the National Honor Guard...
Simple Explanation
H. CON. RES. 83 says it's okay for a group of police officers to hold special events on a big lawn near an important building in Washington, D.C. to honor their friends who passed away. The events are open for everyone, and the people planning them have to pay for everything and follow safety rules.
H. J. RES. 21 — Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to Modernizing H–2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.
January 16, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:181
H. J. RES. 21 is a joint resolution that expresses disapproval of a specific rule put forward by the Department of Homeland Security. This rule concerns the modernization of the H–2 program requirements, including oversight and worker protections. The resolution aims to...
Simple Explanation
H. J. RES. 21 is a plan from Congress that wants to cancel a rule made by the Department of Homeland Security about changing how certain worker programs are run, but it doesn't explain why they want to do this.
S. 4218 — To designate the visitor center for the First State National Historical Park to be located at the Sheriff's House in New Castle, Delaware, as the Thomas R. Carper Visitor Center.
November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:384
S. 4218 is a bill that aims to name the visitor center for the First State National Historical Park, located at the Sheriff's House in New Castle, Delaware, as the "Thomas R. Carper Visitor Center." This bill also ensures that any future visitor center serving as the main...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a special name, "Thomas R. Carper Visitor Center," to a visitor center at a historical park in Delaware, to honor someone named Thomas R. Carper. It also says that if the main visitor center ever moves to a new building, it will still keep this special name.
H. R. 6750 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 501 Mercer Street Southwest in Wilson, North Carolina, as the Milton F. Fitch, Sr. Post Office Building.
June 03, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:244
H. R. 6750 proposes to name the United States Postal Service facility at 501 Mercer Street Southwest in Wilson, North Carolina, as the "Milton F. Fitch, Sr. Post Office Building." It mandates that any references in federal laws or documents to this postal facility should...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to name a specific post office in Wilson, North Carolina, after someone called Milton F. Fitch, Sr., so that everyone knows the building by this special name.
H. R. 5917 — An Act To amend the Sanctioning the Use of Civilians as Defenseless Shields Act to modify and extend that Act, and for other purposes.
April 17, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,263
The bill H.R. 5917 is named the "Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act," and it seeks to amend the existing law called the Sanctioning the Use of Civilians as Defenseless Shields Act. This amendment aims to further implement and enforce sanctions against...
Simple Explanation
The Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act is a plan to stop bad groups from hiding behind innocent people by making stricter rules and working with other countries to keep people safe. It also has a plan to keep doing this until 2030 and asks for ideas from smart people on better ways to help.
H. R. 8806 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to carry out a study relating to the resiliency of Social Security and Medicare.
June 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:488
H.R. 8806, also known as the “Safeguarding Social Security and Medicare Act,” directs the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the impact of inflation and cost of living on Social Security and Medicare. The bill aims to uncover how these economic factors affect these...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8806 is a plan to have someone look closely at how things like prices going up affect Social Security and Medicare, which are programs that help a lot of people. They want to make sure these programs can keep helping people even if things get more expensive.
H. R. 8057 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9317 Bolsa Avenue in Westminster, California, as the Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office.
December 21, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:188
H.R. 8057 designates the United States Postal Service facility at 9317 Bolsa Avenue in Westminster, California, as the "Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office." This act ensures that any references to this postal facility in U.S. laws, maps, regulations,...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like giving a special name to a post office in California to honor people who fought in the Vietnam War. Now everyone will know it's called the "Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office."
H. R. 7040 — To extend the Undetectable Firearms Act of 1988 for 10 years.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:168
H. R. 7040 proposes extending the Undetectable Firearms Act of 1988 for an additional 10 years. This bill involves amending a specific section of the original act, effectively prolonging the period in which the legislation remains active from 35 to 45 years. It is designed to...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to keep a rule active for 10 more years that makes it illegal to have guns that can sneak past security without being seen, so people can stay safe when they go to places with security checks.
H. R. 8156 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to submit to Congress an updated report on the roles, responsibilities, and practices of the Council on Environmental Quality.
April 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:718
H.R. 8156 directs the Comptroller General of the United States to provide Congress with an updated report on the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ). This report should include the CEQ's roles and responsibilities in a specific legal case related to the National Wildlife Federation, and...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants a special helper to check how another group is doing their job about the environment and if someone else can do it better. They also want to know who these people are talking to and their work history, and they need this in 120 days.
S. CON. RES. 34 — 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.
May 02, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:266
S. CON. RES. 34 establishes a Joint Congressional Committee to organize the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States on January 20, 2025. The committee will be made up of three Senators and three Members of the House of...
Simple Explanation
The bill sets up a group of six people from Congress to plan the big event when the new President and Vice President officially start their jobs in January 2025. This group can use government help and even get gifts to make sure everything goes smoothly.
S. J. RES. 94 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the proposed rule submitted by the Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule.
June 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:451
S. J. RES. 94 is a joint resolution introduced in the United States Senate, aimed at expressing congressional disapproval of a specific proposed rule from the Office of Refugee Resettlement. This rule, published on April 30, 2024, is intended to change the regulations...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to stop a new rule that changes how children who come to the U.S. alone are cared for. They think the rule might not be good, so they want to make sure it's not used.
S. 3879 — To require the Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology and the Administrator of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to develop a standard methodology for identifying the country of origin of red snapper imported into the United States, and for other purposes.
March 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:535
S. 3879, titled the “Illegal Red Snapper Enforcement Act,” aims to develop a standard methodology for determining the country of origin of red snapper imported into the United States. The bill mandates that the Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology and the Administrator of...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the people in charge of checking fish to come up with a way to figure out where red snapper fish come from using special tools, so they can make sure only the right fish come to the U.S.
S. 4319 — To provide for progress reports on the national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam.
May 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:728
S. 4319 is a bill that requires progress reports on the national transition to fluorine-free firefighting foam. The FAA Administrator, along with the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Defense, must submit these reports every 180 days to Congress. The...
Simple Explanation
S. 4319 wants to make sure firefighters use special foam that is safer for the environment, and it asks important groups to tell Congress every six months how this plan is going. They will share updates until the new plan is all set up and working.
H. R. 4136 — An Act To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Plano, Texas, as the U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic.
July 22, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:245
H.R. 4136 seeks to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic located in Plano, Texas. If passed, this clinic will be known as the “U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic.” The name change will apply to any references to the clinic in...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, Congress wants to change the name of a special health clinic in Plano, Texas, where veterans go for checkups, to honor a man named Sam Johnson. They want to call it the "U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson Memorial VA Clinic" everywhere it is mentioned in important papers and maps.
H. R. 9544 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 340 South Loudon Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, as the United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building.
December 21, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:192
The proposed legislation, H. R. 9544, aims to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 340 South Loudon Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, as the “United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building.” This act requires that any future...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about changing the name of a post office in Baltimore to honor a special person named Elijah E. Cummings. From now on, everyone will call it the "United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building."
S. 5098 — To require certain agencies to develop plans for internal control in the event of an emergency or crisis, and for other purposes.
December 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,697
The bill, known as the “Taxpayer Resources Used in Emergencies Accountability Act” or the “TRUE Accountability Act,” requires specific U.S. government agencies to create plans for managing resources during emergencies or crises. These plans aim to enhance internal controls to minimize risks...
Simple Explanation
The TRUE Accountability Act wants some government teams to make special plans for using their money wisely when there are big problems or emergencies, like a superhero being ready just in case. These teams will show their plans to other big helper groups, but they won't get extra money to do it, and no one can argue in court about how they do it.
H. CON. RES. 83 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.
March 12, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:595
H. CON. RES. 83 allows the use of the Capitol Grounds in Washington, D.C., for the 43rd Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition in May 2024. The events are organized by the Grand Lodge of the Fraternal Order of...
Simple Explanation
This bill lets police officers hold special events on the big lawn in front of the Capitol to remember brave police officers who have passed away and to put on music shows with bagpipes. The events are free for everyone to attend, and the police group has to pay for everything and make sure it doesn’t get in the way of the government's work.
S. 3738 — An Act To reauthorize the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and for other purposes.
December 04, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:160
S. 3738 seeks to extend the authorization of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. The bill amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to continue funding the initiative from the fiscal year 2026 through to 2031. The purpose of this initiative is to support efforts to...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to keep cleaning and taking care of the Great Lakes until 2031, like having extra time to make sure a big, important swimming pool stays nice and clear for everyone!
H. R. 1060 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1663 East Date Place in San Bernardino, California, as the Dr. Margaret B. Hill Post Office Building.
August 01, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:320
H. R. 1060 is a bill to officially name the United States Postal Service building at 1663 East Date Place in San Bernardino, California, as the “Dr. Margaret B. Hill Post Office Building.” This designation ensures that any reference to this postal facility, in any legal or...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to change the name of a special building where mail goes in San Bernardino, California, to honor a person named Dr. Margaret B. Hill. So, whenever people talk about that building, they will call it the "Dr. Margaret B. Hill Post Office Building."
H. R. 7768 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 265 Main Street in Philo, Ohio, as the Samuel J. Mitchell Jr. Post Office.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:261
H. R. 7768 aims to officially name the United States Postal Service building located at 265 Main Street in Philo, Ohio, as the "Samuel J. Mitchell Jr. Post Office". If the bill is passed, any mention of this facility in official documents and records would refer to it by the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Philo, Ohio, to the "Samuel J. Mitchell Jr. Post Office," so everyone will call it that in all their papers and letters if it becomes law.
H. RES. 973 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should fully fund border security personnel, immigration judges, and related personnel and border technology needs at the southern border.
January 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:186
H. RES. 973 is a resolution expressing the opinion of the House of Representatives that Congress should allocate full funding for various aspects of border security at the southern border of the United States. This includes financing for border security personnel, immigration judges, and...
Simple Explanation
Congress is thinking about giving a lot of money to make sure there are enough people and gadgets to help keep the southern border safe, like more guards and judges to make decisions about people coming in. They haven't decided exactly how much money to give or how it will be used yet.
H. CON. RES. 100 — Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a correction in the enrollment of H.R. 2882.
March 23, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:130
H. CON. RES. 100 directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to change the title of a specific bill, H.R. 2882, as it is being officially recorded. The updated title will be “Making further consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and...
Simple Explanation
The bill asks the person in charge of writing down laws to change the name of a specific law so it includes something like "and for other purposes," which means there might be more things the law will cover, but it doesn't say exactly what.
H. R. 8097 — To reauthorize the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act.
April 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:233
H.R. 8097 seeks to reauthorize the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act by extending the termination date of the Fund associated with it. If passed, this extension will allow the Fund to continue for an additional two years from the date the new act is enacted. Additionally,...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8097 is a bill that wants to keep a special money fund going for two more years to help people affected by radiation, like from bomb testing. It also changes some names in a law so people can still ask for help using the latest rules.
H. RES. 1249 — Recognizing on Memorial Day, May 27, 2024, the denial of full participation in their Government through statehood by active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families who are residents of the District of Columbia.
May 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:218
H. RES. 1249 recognizes the lack of full political representation for residents of the District of Columbia, especially active duty servicemembers, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and their families, despite their contributions and sacrifices. The resolution...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1249 is about saying that people who live in Washington, D.C., including those who serve in the military and their families, should have a bigger voice in the government, especially because they make important sacrifices for the country, and the hope is that Washington, D.C. can become a state so they can have full representation.
H. RES. 1427 — H. RES. 1427 (EH) - Engrossed in House
September 09, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:102
H. RES. 1427 is a resolution expressing the House of Representatives' deep sorrow over the death of Representative William J. Pascrell, Jr. from New Jersey. The House resolves to communicate their condolences to the Senate and the family of the deceased and to adjourn as a...
Simple Explanation
The people in charge of making rules wanted to say "we're very sorry" about someone named William J. Pascrell, Jr. passing away, and they decided to take a break from their work to show they cared.
H. CON. RES. 88 — Expressing the sense of Congress that the Secretary of State in coordination with the Secretary of the Treasury should investigate the use of cryptocurrencies by Hamas (also known as Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiya), and whether any cryptocurrencies were exchanged between Hamas and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency.
February 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:265
H. CON. RES. 88 expresses the opinion of Congress that the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary of the Treasury, should conduct an investigation into the use of cryptocurrencies by Hamas, also known as Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiya. The resolution also seeks to determine...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury to look into whether a group called Hamas is using digital money, like cryptocurrencies, and if they are trading it with a group that helps people, to make sure everything is happening above board.
H. RES. 1100 — Commending and congratulating the 100-year anniversary of Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:226
H. RES. 1100 is a resolution proposed in the House of Representatives to acknowledge and celebrate the 100-year anniversary of Duke University, established in Durham, North Carolina, on December 11, 1924. The resolution outlines Duke's historical contributions, such as...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like a special birthday card from Congress to Duke University for turning 100 years old, saying how awesome they are because they're really good at sports, medicine, and teaching lots of people. Some people think it's like giving one school a special sticker, which might not be fair if other schools don't get one too.
S. 4641 — To provide for certain reforms pertaining to Chevron deference.
July 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:442
S. 4641, known as the “Bureaucratic Overreach Review Act,” aims to reform practices related to Chevron deference, a legal principle where courts defer to a federal agency's interpretation of a law. The bill requires the Comptroller General to report on cases involving Chevron...
Simple Explanation
S. 4641, called the "Bureaucratic Overreach Review Act," is a plan to make sure that when government agencies explain the rules, they do it clearly and fairly. It wants these agencies to share why they chose to explain the rules the way they did, so everyone understands better and can see if the rules are being applied correctly.
S. RES. 583 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities and the support it provides to municipalities across the United States.
March 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:188
S. RES. 583 recognizes the 100th anniversary of the National League of Cities, the oldest and largest organization representing municipal governments in the United States. Founded in 1924, the organization works with 49 state municipal leagues to strengthen local leadership...
Simple Explanation
The National League of Cities is turning 100 years old, and the U.S. Senate is saying "thank you" for helping cities and towns work together with the government to solve problems and make things better for people where they live.
S. 5048 — To establish the use of ranked choice voting in elections for the offices of Senator and Representative in Congress, and for other purposes.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,410
The bill, S. 5048, known as the “Ranked Choice Voting Act,” proposes to introduce ranked choice voting in federal elections for U.S. Senators and Representatives. Ranked choice voting allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference; if no candidate receives a majority of first-choice...
Simple Explanation
The "Ranked Choice Voting Act" wants people to vote for their favorite candidates by ranking them, and this new way could make counting votes fairer without needing extra elections. But it might cost a lot of money for states to change their voting systems, and there’s no clear plan on how to make sure all states get enough money to do this properly.
S. 1258 — An Act To require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to submit to Congress an annual report on projects that are over budget and behind schedule, and for other purposes.
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March 23, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:787
S. 1258, also known as the “Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2023,” requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to submit an annual report to Congress. This report will detail any government projects that are significantly over budget (by at least $1 billion)...
Simple Explanation
The Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2023 says that every year, a special person in the government has to tell the grown-ups in charge about any big government projects that cost way more money than planned or are taking too long to finish. This way, everyone can see which projects need extra help to get back on track.
H. RES. 1115 — Providing for the consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 967) amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit Members to vote by proxy in certain cases, and for other purposes.
April 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:295
H. RES. 1115 allows the House of Representatives to consider a resolution, H. Res. 967, which seeks to change the rules to let members vote by proxy in certain situations. This resolution ensures that any rules opposing the consideration of this resolution...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 1115 is a plan for how members of a big meeting, like in school, can vote even if they're not there, but it doesn't let anyone change the plan during talking time. They will talk for one hour about it and make sure no one's allowed to bring up old rules that could slow things down.
H. R. 8057 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9317 Bolsa Avenue in Westminster, California, as the Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office.
September 25, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:214
H.R. 8057 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility at 9317 Bolsa Avenue in Westminster, California, as the "Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office." This designation honors Vietnam War veterans and any references to this facility in...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about changing the name of a Post Office in California to honor people who fought in the Vietnam War. This means when people talk about this Post Office, they'll use the new name: "Little Saigon Vietnam War Veterans Memorial Post Office."
H. R. 9168 — To require the Secretary of the Interior to annually submit to Congress, and make publicly available on a website, a report on decommissioning offshore oil and gas wells, platforms, and pipelines.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:593
H. R. 9168, known as the "Plug Offshore Wells Act," requires the Secretary of the Interior to create an annual report on the decommissioning of offshore oil and gas wells, platforms, and pipelines. The report must be submitted to Congress and made publicly available online....
Simple Explanation
The "Plug Offshore Wells Act" wants the government to write a yearly report about how they are safely closing down old oil and gas wells and pipelines in the ocean. This report has to be shared with the people so everyone knows what's happening and how it's being done safely.
H. R. 8551 — To require the Director of National Intelligence to prepare and make available a report on the wealth and corrupt activities of the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.
May 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:403
H. R. 8551, also known as the "Confronting CCP Malign Influence Act," mandates the Director of National Intelligence to produce and publicly release a report on the wealth and corrupt activities of the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party. This report, which must be...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8551 is a law idea where the U.S. wants their top spy boss to write a report about how rich and sneaky some Chinese leaders are, and then share the story with everyone. They have to do this in about three months, and later talk about it with some very important people in special meetings.
H. RES. 1385 — Designating the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as National Farmers Market Week.
July 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:153
H. RES. 1385 proposes to designate the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week." This resolution highlights the valuable role farmers markets play in generating income for U.S. farmers, fostering sustainable agricultural practices, and...
Simple Explanation
In 2024, a special week from August 4 to August 10 is being suggested to celebrate farmers markets, which are places where farmers sell fresh fruits and vegetables to people. This week is important because it helps farmers earn money and encourages people to eat healthy food.
S. 3544 — To designate the visitor and education center at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine as the Paul S. Sarbanes Visitor and Education Center.
December 14, 2023
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:245
S. 3544 is a bill introduced in the Senate on December 14, 2023, aiming to rename the visitor and education center at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland. The bill proposes that the center be officially designated as the “Paul S. Sarbanes...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a special building where people learn about history at a place called Fort McHenry. The U.S. Senate wants to change its name to honor a person named Paul S. Sarbanes, so everyone will call it the “Paul S. Sarbanes Visitor and Education Center” now.
H. J. RES. 120 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Financial Stability Oversight Council related to Guidance on Nonbank Financial Company Determinations.
March 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:187
H. J. RES. 120 is a resolution in the 118th Congress that aims to revoke a specific rule created by the Financial Stability Oversight Council. The rule in question is related to "Guidance on Nonbank Financial Company Determinations" and was published on November 17, 2023. The...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about Congress wanting to stop a new rule that tells certain financial companies, that are not banks, how they should be checked or controlled. They don't like the rule and if the bill passes, it means the rule won't be used anymore.
S. 4221 — To amend title 51, United States Code, to authorize the transfer to NASA of funds from other agencies for scientific or engineering research or education, and for other purposes.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:899
S. 4221 aims to amend title 51 of the United States Code to allow NASA to receive funds from other government agencies for scientific or engineering research or education. These funds can be used by NASA as grants or cooperative agreements if approved by the agency providing...
Simple Explanation
NASA can get money from other parts of the government to help with school and science research, but they have to tell everyone how they use it and check that it's working well.
S. CON. RES. 28 — Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the authority of the President to use appropriate and necessary force to liberate United States citizens being held by Hamas.
February 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:223
S. CON. RES. 28 expresses the view of Congress that the President of the United States has the authority to use military force to free U.S. citizens held hostage by Hamas. The resolution refers to a series of violent attacks Hamas carried out against Israel on October 7,...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that Congress thinks the President can use the military to try to rescue Americans who are being kept by Hamas, a group that took them during a fight. It doesn't explain exactly how the President can use the force or talk about trying to solve the problem peacefully first.
H. R. 6826 — An Act To designate the visitor and education center at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine as the Paul S. Sarbanes Visitor and Education Center.
December 04, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:187
H. R. 6826 proposes to rename the visitor and education center at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine in Baltimore, Maryland, as the “Paul S. Sarbanes Visitor and Education Center.” This change means that any official documents, maps, or laws that mention the center will now...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the name of a visitor center at Fort McHenry in Baltimore to "Paul S. Sarbanes Visitor and Education Center," so everyone will call it by the new name from now on.
H. R. 6927 — To establish a commission on national debt and fiscal reforms.
January 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,545
H.R. 6927 establishes a commission to address the national debt and propose fiscal reforms. The commission, composed of 16 Congressional members with fiscal expertise, must identify strategies for maintaining a sustainable public debt-to-GDP ratio, improve long-term solvency of federal trust...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to gather a group of smart government people to find ways to keep the country's money problems under control, and they have to share their ideas with other leaders by the end of the year.
H. R. 7387 — To reiterate the support of the Congress of the United States for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, and for other purposes.
February 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:776
H. R. 7387, titled the “NATO Support Act of 2024,” is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives to affirm Congress's support for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The bill outlines several findings, stating NATO's significance as a successful military...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7387 is like a promise from the U.S. Congress that they want to keep playing on the NATO team, which is a group of countries working together to keep peace and be safe. The bill says they're not allowed to spend any money on leaving this team, making sure the U.S. stays part of it.
H. R. 7475 — To require the GAO to conduct a study detailing the total cost of unused construction materials that were obtained for the construction of a border wall along the United States-Mexico border.
February 28, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:229
H. R. 7475 is a bill that aims to hold the government accountable for the costs related to unused construction materials meant for building a border wall along the United States-Mexico border. It mandates that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) conduct a study to...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 7475 is a bill that wants to find out how much money was spent on building materials for a wall at the U.S.-Mexico border that didn't get used, by asking a special group called the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to check and report back to Congress.
H. R. 996 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3901 MacArthur Blvd., in New Orleans, Louisiana, as the Dr. Rudy Lombard Post Office.
February 06, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:315
H. R. 996 is a bill aimed at naming the United States Postal Service facility located at 3901 MacArthur Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana, as the "Dr. Rudy Lombard Post Office Building." This legislation ensures that all references to this postal facility in laws, maps,...
Simple Explanation
The people in charge want to name a special building where they sort and send mail after a person named Dr. Rudy Lombard. This is so everyone knows it’s officially called the "Dr. Rudy Lombard Post Office."
H. RES. 1020 — Expresses steadfast resolve with the people of Texas, condemns the current administration’s efforts to impose the consequences of illegal immigration on the States, and considers, pursuant to article III, section 3 of the Constitution, Joe Biden to be guilty of treason against the people of the United States.
February 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:284
The resolution, H. RES. 1020, expresses solidarity with the people of Texas and other border states, criticizing the Biden administration's handling of illegal immigration. It highlights statistics regarding border apprehensions and accuses the administration of failing to protect states from...
Simple Explanation
This paper says some people in Texas and other places are upset because they think the president is not doing a good job of keeping people from coming into the country without permission. They even say he did something very wrong, but they don't give much evidence to back up those claims.
H. RES. 1366 — H. RES. 1366 (EH) - Engrossed in House
July 22, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:99
H. RES. 1366 is a resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives to express sadness over the passing of Sheila Jackson Lee, a Representative from Texas. The House instructs the Clerk to inform the Senate and send a copy of the resolutions to her family. Additionally,...
Simple Explanation
The House of Representatives wrote a note to say they are very sad that Sheila Jackson Lee, who worked for them, has passed away. They plan to let the people in the Senate know and send the note to her family to show how much they will miss her.
H. R. 9544 — An Act To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 340 South Loudon Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, as the United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building.
December 05, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:220
H.R. 9544 aims to officially name a United States Postal Service facility found at 340 South Loudon Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, as the “United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building.” The bill specifies that all legal, official, and public references...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Baltimore to honor someone named Elijah E. Cummings, making sure everyone starts calling it by his name.
H. R. 7963 — To amend title 31, United States Code, to require FinCEN to submit to Congress a quarterly report on certain beneficial ownership data.
April 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:338
H.R. 7963, titled the “Small Business Red Tape Relief Act of 2024,” aims to amend title 31 of the United States Code. The bill requires the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to provide Congress with a quarterly report on certain beneficial ownership data. This report must include...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7963 is a plan to ask a group called FinCEN to tell the U.S. Congress every few months about which businesses are giving them important ownership information, so they can keep track of who owns what in a clear way.
H. R. 7249 — To require submission of the National Security Strategy and the budget of the President before the President may deliver the State of the Union address.
February 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:974
H.R. 7249 is a bill that seeks to ensure the President submits both the National Security Strategy and the budget to Congress before delivering the State of the Union address. It highlights the importance of Congress receiving necessary budget and security information to...
Simple Explanation
The bill says the President must give Congress two things—a plan for keeping the country safe and how money will be spent—before talking to everyone to say how the country is doing. This helps Congress know and decide on important stuff before the big talk happens.
S. 4513 — To expand eligibility for Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps unit participation.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:215
S. 4513 aims to broaden the scope of eligibility for participation in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) units. The bill, known as the “Preserving JROTC Programs Act of 2024,” changes the requirement for the number of students enrolled in JROTC. Specifically, the bill reduces the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make it easier for schools to have military training classes called JROTC by allowing smaller groups of 50 students instead of 100 to start these programs.
— An Act to require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to submit to Congress an annual report on projects that are over budget and behind schedule, and for other purposes.
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July 22, 2024
Status:Engrossed Amendment House
Congress:118
Words:783
The bill, known as the "Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2023," requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to provide Congress with an annual report on projects from specific federal agencies that are significantly over budget or behind schedule. A covered project is defined...
Simple Explanation
The "Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2023" is a rule that says a special person in the government must tell Congress every year about big projects that are taking much longer or costing much more money than they were supposed to. If a project is taking more than five years extra or costing a billion dollars more than first planned, it gets looked at in this report.

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