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  • S. 5354 — To amend the civil rights remedies equalization provision of the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1986 to clarify civil rights remedies.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:587

    S. 5354 seeks to amend the civil rights remedies provision of the Rehabilitation Act Amendments of 1986 to clarify that victims of discrimination based on disability, race, color, national origin, age, and sex can seek damages for emotional harm. The bill aims to reinforce...

    Simple Explanation

    S. 5354 is a new rule that says people who are treated unfairly because of things like their disability or skin color can ask for money if it makes them feel sad or hurt emotionally. This rule wants to make sure everyone is treated fairly and no one is left out.

  • H. R. 7580 — To provide for the effective use of immigration detainers to enhance public safety.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:2,607

    H.R. 7580, titled the "Immigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2024," aims to improve the use of immigration detainers to enhance public safety. It emphasizes the importance of cooperation between federal, state, tribal, and local law enforcement in removing criminal aliens, and it allows...

    Simple Explanation

    The "Immigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2024" is a rule that says police and government helpers need to work together to catch bad people who are not allowed to stay in the country, and if they do, they can get money to help pay for it. But, if they don't follow the rules, they might not get the money they need.