Search Results: keywords:"environmental responsibility"

  • H. R. 9288 — To direct the Secretary of Defense to procure cleaning products that are identified by the Safer Choice program, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:209

    H. R. 9288 is a bill that aims to ensure the Department of Defense primarily buys cleaning products recognized by the Safer Choice program, which identifies safer chemical ingredients. The bill also allows for the purchase of products certified by other third-party...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants the Department of Defense to buy cleaning products that are safe for people and the planet, by checking if they have a special "Safer Choice" sticker or similar approval. This way, they can try to avoid using stuff in the products that could be bad, like the chemical PFAS.

  • H. R. 6775 — To provide for the Federal charter of certain public banks, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:11,147

    H.R. 6775, known as the “Public Banking Act of 2023,” aims to establish a federal framework for chartering and recognizing public banks in the United States. The bill outlines regulations for these banks, emphasizing community involvement, democratic governance, and...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 6775 is a plan to help create special banks called public banks that focus on helping people and taking care of the planet. These banks can also team up with the post office to make banking easier and fairer for everyone, especially people who need extra help.