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Search Results: keywords:"fiscal responsibility"

S. 612 — An Act To reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:223
S. 612, also known as the "Lake Tahoe Restoration Reauthorization Act," reauthorizes certain cooperative authorities and extends the authorization of appropriations relating to the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act. The amendments specifically change the timeframe of the cooperative...
Simple Explanation
S. 612 is a law that helps keep the environment around Lake Tahoe healthy by giving money to take care of it until 2034. This law makes sure there will be enough money to keep the area around the lake nice and clean for a long time.
S. 4276 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Project ECHO Grant Program, to establish grants under such program to disseminate knowledge and build capacity to address Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and for other purposes.
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May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,318
S. 4276 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize and expand the Project ECHO Grant Program, specifically focusing on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. The bill proposes grants to support the use of technology for collaborative learning and capacity...
Simple Explanation
S. 4276 is a plan to help doctors learn better ways to treat people who have Alzheimer's and similar memory problems using technology, especially for patients in places where there aren't many doctors. The bill wants to make sure there is enough money to do this every year and makes sure that this money is used to add to other help that's already there.
H. R. 10074 — To direct the Comptroller General of the United States, in coordination with the National Academy of Sciences, to study alternatives for a nonpartisan congressional office or agency to project the net greenhouse gas emissions likely to be caused by Federal legislation, and for other purposes.
October 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:577
H.R. 10074, also known as the “Carbon Cost Act of 2024,” aims to have the Comptroller General of the United States, working with the National Academy of Sciences, explore the development of a nonpartisan office to predict the greenhouse gas emissions impact of federal...
Simple Explanation
Imagine there's a plan called the "Carbon Cost Act of 2024" where some very smart people will work together to figure out how much pollution might happen because of the new rules the government makes. They will take up to two years to figure this out and tell everyone about their plan.
H. R. 6474 — To amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to expedite geothermal exploration and development in previously studied or developed areas.
September 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:365
H.R. 6474 aims to change the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to make it easier and faster to explore and develop geothermal energy in areas that have already been studied or developed. This bill modifies specific sections of the existing law by including geothermal energy alongside...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6474 is a plan to change the rules so that finding and using underground heat (called geothermal energy) in places already checked out or used before can happen faster and easier, just like looking for oil and gas.
H. R. 10033 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the clean fuel production credit.
October 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:204
H. R. 10033 aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the clean fuel production credit. This bill proposes changing the expiration date of the current clean fuel production credit from December 31, 2027, to December 31, 2037. The amendment will apply to fuel...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10033 is a plan to keep giving rewards for making clean fuel, like special fuel for cars and trucks that doesn't harm the air, for 10 more years until 2037. This means companies that make this clean fuel will get more time to get help from the government.
S. 4268 — Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:832
The bill S. 4268 proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to require that the federal government not spend more money than it receives each year. Exceptions to this rule would be allowed if three-fifths of Congress approves or during times of war or severe economic...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a rule saying the U.S. government's allowance each year must not be more than it earns, except if lots of Congress people agree or during emergencies like a war. It also says important money for people, like for Social Security, should be safe from cuts.
S. J. RES. 114 — Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:450
S. J. RES. 114 aims to block a planned foreign military sale to Israel, which includes various advanced defense articles and services. The resolution, introduced by Senator Sanders, specifically prohibits the sale of up to 50 F-15IA aircraft alongside equipment like engines,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to stop selling a bunch of big and fancy planes and other military stuff to Israel because some people worry it might be too much and not needed.
S. 4576 — To amend the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015, to reauthorize the Colorado River System conservation pilot program.
June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:283
S. 4576 aims to extend the existing Colorado River System conservation pilot program initially established by the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2015. The bill seeks to change the name referenced in a section of the Act to the...
Simple Explanation
S. 4576 aims to keep a program going that helps save water in the Colorado River until about 2027. This means that people want to make sure the river stays healthy for a few more years.
H. CON. RES. 85 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the women in the United States who joined the workforce during World War II, providing the aircraft, vehicles, weaponry, ammunition, and other material to win the war and who were referred to as Rosie the Riveter, in recognition of their contributions to the United States and the inspiration they have provided to ensuing generations.
February 06, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:295
H. Con. Res. 85 allows Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a ceremony on April 10, 2024. This ceremony will present the Congressional Gold Medal to the women in the United States known as "Rosie the Riveter," who contributed significantly to the...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about having a special event in a big, important room called Emancipation Hall to give a special award, the Congressional Gold Medal, to many women known as "Rosie the Riveter." These women worked very hard during a big war a long time ago, making airplanes and things to help win the war.
H. R. 8256 — To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish the Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Program.
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May 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,013
H.R. 8256 directs the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to create a grant program called the Border Security and Enforcement Block Grant Program. This program will provide financial assistance to states along the southwestern border of the United States...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8256 is about giving money to places near the U.S.-Mexico border to help build or fix fences and barriers, making it harder for people to cross the border without permission. The program has a budget to spend on this every year until 2027.
S. 5332 — To appropriate amounts to the Disaster Loans Program Account, and for other purposes.
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November 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,116
S. 5332 aims to allocate additional funding to the Disaster Loans Program Account for the fiscal year 2025, specifically providing $810 million for direct loans to small businesses affected by disasters. Of this amount, $10 million will be used for audits and reviews by the...
Simple Explanation
S. 5332 is a plan to give money to help small businesses recover from things like big storms, with some money kept aside to make sure everything is checked properly, but they have to be careful how they spend it so it isn't wasted.
H. R. 7410 — To amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to establish deadlines for the obligation and expenditure of funds and allow States to establish rainy day funds under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families.
February 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:620
The bill, H. R. 7410, aims to amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to set deadlines for how states should use and allocate funds received for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. It requires states to obligate these funds by the end of...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure states use or save the money they get to help needy families by certain times. It also lets them save some of the money for rainy days, but they have to follow rules to do it right.
H. RES. 1092 — Recognizing the importance of the economic relationship between the United States and Israel and affirming that trade facilitated by the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement is a tool to support the economy of Israel during the conflict with Hamas.
March 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:354
H. RES. 1092 acknowledges the strong and beneficial economic relationship between the United States and Israel. It highlights the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement, signed in 1985, as a key factor in growing trade and investment between the two nations. The resolution...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. and Israel have a special trade friendship that helps them both make money and grow stronger. This friendship is really important when Israel is having trouble with a group called Hamas.
H. R. 7715 — To authorize additional funding for Food and Drug Administration monitoring and prevention of illicit nicotine products at ports of entry, and for other purposes.
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March 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:283
H. R. 7715, also known as the “Vetting and Patrolling E-Cigarette Imports Act” or the “VAPE Imports Act”, proposes additional funding for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It authorizes $5,000,000 for the FDA to monitor and prevent illegal nicotine products from...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like giving a special allowance to a group called the FDA to help them catch bad e-cigarettes sneaking into the country. They will get extra money, but some people worry about whether they'll use it the right way and if it's really needed.
H. R. 807 — An Act To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the invaluable service that working dogs provide to society.
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May 22, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,941
H.R. 807, known as the “Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act,” requires the U.S. Treasury Secretary to mint commemorative coins honoring the service of working dogs. The coins will come in gold, silver, and clad denominations and will only be issued in 2027, featuring designs...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 807 wants the U.S. government to make special coins that celebrate the amazing work that service dogs do. The money earned from selling these coins will help an organization called America’s VetDogs support veterans who need service dogs.
S. 4350 — To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend acute hospital care at home waiver flexibilities.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:571
S. 4350, known as the “Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act,” seeks to amend the Social Security Act to extend the period for which acute hospital care at home waiver flexibilities are available. This bill proposes changing the expiration date from 2024 to 2029,...
Simple Explanation
S. 4350 is a plan to let people continue to receive hospital care at home until 2029, instead of ending this option in 2024, and it also wants to check twice if this care-at-home option works well.
H. R. 7454 — An Act To amend title 49, United States Code, to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the funding and expenditure authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, and for other purposes.
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February 29, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:2,500
H.R. 7454, titled the "Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024," aims to extend authorizations for the airport improvement program and the funding authority of the Airport and Airway Trust Fund until May 2024. It amends several sections of the U.S. Code to update expiration dates and funding...
Simple Explanation
This bill is like giving an extension to keep airports running safely and improving them, kind of like making sure a playground has new swings and things to help people stay safe until May; it also continues some taxes to keep getting money for these flying and airport fun times without saying exactly why, but it's a bit confusing and tricky for people to know everything about how and why it's done.
S. 4359 — To amend the National Dam Safety Program Act to reauthorize that Act, and for other purposes.
May 22, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:263
S. 4359 aims to update the National Dam Safety Program Act by extending its provisions. Specifically, it changes the expiration dates in two sections of the act. The section related to funding for repairing high-risk dams is extended to the year 2029, and the overall...
Simple Explanation
S. 4359 is a plan to keep fixing and taking care of big dams in the U.S. safely for a longer time, moving the deadline from 2023 to 2029 so that they have enough time and money to make sure everything is safe and works well.
H. J. RES. 113 — Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:429
H. J. RES. 113 is a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution that aims to ensure fiscal responsibility by requiring that the government only spends what it has earned. It states that the total yearly expenditures should not exceed the average revenues received in the previous...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make sure the government spends only as much money as it earns from taxes, except when there’s an emergency and most of the people in charge agree to spend more. It’s like telling someone they can only spend their allowance unless something really important happens.
H. R. 537 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
June 11, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,607
H.R. 537 proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats recognized for their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust. These diplomats took significant risks to save Jewish lives during World War II by issuing false travel documents and setting up safehouses,...
Simple Explanation
Congress wants to give a special gold medal to 60 brave people who helped save lives during a scary time in history called the Holocaust. This medal will be shown to everyone in a museum so people can learn about their courage.
H. R. 7446 — To amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to allow States to transfer a limited amount of funds provided under the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families, for use under title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
February 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:660
The bill, known as the "Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act," proposes changes to the Social Security Act that would allow states to transfer a limited amount of their federally provided Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds for use under the Workforce Innovation...
Simple Explanation
Imagine a toy store that has a special shelf for fun and learning games. This bill allows states to take some money from the toy shelf to help more people find jobs, but they must be careful not to take too much so that kids who need toys can still get them.
H. CON. RES. 105 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:183
H. CON. RES. 105 is a resolution that approves the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I on June 16, 2024. This concurrent resolution is sponsored by Mr. Case and Ms. Tokuda and was referred to the...
Simple Explanation
This resolution says that a special room in the U.S. Capitol called Emancipation Hall can be used to have a birthday party for King Kamehameha I, who was an important leader from Hawaii. The people in charge will make sure everything is ready for the party the right way.
H. R. 10140 — To authorize additional funding for the San Joaquin River Restoration Settlement Act.
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November 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:232
H. R. 10140 aims to increase funding for the San Joaquin River Restoration Settlement Act. The bill proposes to amend certain sections of the Act by raising the allocated funds for settlement implementation from $250 million to $750 million. Additionally, it seeks to increase...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 10140 is a plan to give more money to help fix the San Joaquin River. They want to give $750 million instead of $250 million, and also give some extra money to improve part of it called the Friant Division.
H. R. 8088 — To authorize reimbursement to applicants for uniformed military service for co-payments of medical appointments required as part of the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) process.
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April 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:230
H. R. 8088 proposes allowing the Secretary of Defense to reimburse people who apply to join the military for up to $100 to cover the costs of co-payments for medical appointments required by the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) process. This bill, introduced by Mr....
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help people who want to join the military by giving them some money back—up to $100—to help pay for doctor visits they need before joining. This is to make sure they don't have to spend too much of their own money just to see if they can join.
S. 612 — An Act To reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, and for other purposes.
July 10, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:234
S. 612 aims to extend the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, which involves cooperative efforts for environmental improvements in the Lake Tahoe region. The bill changes how long the cooperation efforts last by specifying a new period starting from the bill's enactment until a date...
Simple Explanation
S. 612 is a plan to keep helping the Lake Tahoe area become cleaner and healthier. It says that money to help out will be available until the year 2034.
H. R. 7271 — Making emergency supplemental appropriations to respond to the attacks in Israel for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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February 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,847
H.R. 7271 is a bill aimed at providing emergency funding to support Israel following recent attacks. It allocates additional funds to the Department of Defense for military personnel, operations, maintenance, and procurement specifically for defense purposes related to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7271 is a plan to spend money quickly to help Israel after some attacks, with lots of money going to military and safety things, but it's a bit messy and might not be very careful with how the money is used.
H. R. 9468 — An Act Making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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September 20, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:896
The Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 provides additional funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs to compensate for a budget shortfall. It allocates over $2 billion for compensation and pensions and nearly $600...
Simple Explanation
The Veterans Benefits Continuity and Accountability Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 is like giving extra money to a piggy bank for veterans to make sure there’s enough for their needs, but it's important to keep an eye on how and when the money is used to make sure it isn't wasted.
H. R. 9042 — To provide for civilian agency artificial intelligence watermarks, and for other purposes.
July 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:236
H. R. 9042 aims to establish a system for creating artificial intelligence watermarks to identify AI programs approved for civilian agency use in the United States. This bill instructs the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with other agencies, to develop this...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9042 is a bill that wants to make special marks to tell when a computer program, called AI, is safe for certain parts of the government to use. It asks for help from some important people to create this system, which will need money each year to get it working.
H. CON. RES. 85 — Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the women in the United States who joined the workforce during World War II, providing the aircraft, vehicles, weaponry, ammunition, and other material to win the war and who were referred to as Rosie the Riveter, in recognition of their contributions to the United States and the inspiration they have provided to ensuing generations.
April 10, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:228
H. CON. RES. 85 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony on April 10, 2024. This ceremony is to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the women known as “Rosie the Riveter,” who played a crucial role by joining the workforce...
Simple Explanation
This bill lets people use a special part of a big government building to have a party that celebrates and gives a special medal to all the women who worked hard during World War II, making airplanes and stuff to help win the war. It's like saying a big "thank you" to these women because they inspired many others later on.
H. R. 7463 — An Act Making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2024, and for other purposes.
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March 06, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:1,009
H.R. 7463, also known as the "Extension of Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act, 2024," is a bill that extends the Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 by amending specific dates in the law. It also introduces modifications to the FAFSA, a financial aid form for students, by...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7463 is a bill that helps the government keep running with its current budget and changes some rules to make getting money for school easier, but it’s not clear how all the money will be used, and they are not following usual rules to keep track of spending.
S. 5036 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the rate of the special pension payable to Medal of Honor recipients, and for other purposes.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:558
S. 5036, also known as the "Monetary Enhancement for Distinguished Active Legends Act of 2024" or the "MEDAL Act of 2024," proposes an amendment to title 38 of the United States Code. It aims to increase the rate of the special pension provided to living Medal of Honor...
Simple Explanation
The MEDAL Act of 2024 wants to give much more money each month to special heroes called Medal of Honor winners, and also to their spouses if they're gone, to thank them for their bravery.
H. R. 9598 — An Act To amend the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act to reauthorize such Office, and for other purposes.
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December 09, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:6,283
H.R. 9598 aims to update a previous law regarding the Office of National Drug Control Policy by continuing its operations and making several changes to improve its effectiveness. It involves altering definitions, enhancing drug prevention and treatment strategies, and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9598 is a plan to help make our ways of fighting drug problems stronger by making some rules clearer, giving extra money so that people can get help if they take too many drugs, and making sure everyone works together better to solve these problems.
H. R. 4389 — An Act To amend the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act to make improvements to that Act, and for other purposes.
April 10, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:431
H.R. 4389 proposes changes to the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act. It aims to increase the federal funding share from 25% to 33.3% for conservation projects and requires the Secretary to report to Congress on efforts to collaborate with other groups. Additionally,...
Simple Explanation
This bill suggests changes to a law that helps protect special birds that migrate across countries. It wants the government to pay a little more for bird-saving projects and promises to keep doing this until 2028, while also fixing some small mistakes in the law.
H. J. RES. 17 — Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
January 13, 2025
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:119
Words:334
H. J. RES. 17 proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to require that the country's total expenses do not exceed its income each fiscal year, unless two-thirds of Congress approve more spending. It mandates the President to submit a budget that aligns with this...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a rule that says the United States must not spend more money than it earns each year, unless a big group of leaders agree to spend extra. It also wants the President to plan the budget to make sure spending and earning are balanced, but it allows some wiggle room just in case of surprises or emergencies.
H. R. 8937 — To establish subaccounts in the Indian Water Rights Settlement Completion Fund to satisfy the obligations of the United States with respect to certain Indian water rights settlements, and for other purposes.
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July 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,019
H.R. 8937 aims to establish two subaccounts within the Indian Water Rights Settlement Completion Fund. The first subaccount, the Operations, Maintenance, and Repair Subaccount, will receive $34 million annually until 2033 to address obligations related to specific Indian...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8937 is a plan to set up two big piggy banks filled with money to help fix and take care of water supplies for Native American tribes. Every year, until the year 2033, these piggy banks will get money to make sure there is enough to keep the water clean and to help even more tribes in the future.
S. 2783 — An Act To amend the Miccosukee Reserved Area Act to authorize the expansion of the Miccosukee Reserved Area and to carry out activities to protect structures within the Osceola Camp from flooding, and for other purposes.
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December 12, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:457
S. 2783 is legislation that aims to amend the Miccosukee Reserved Area Act to expand the Miccosukee Reserved Area, specifically adding the Osceola Camp to the designated land. The bill also directs the Secretary to take necessary actions to protect structures in the Osceola...
Simple Explanation
S. 2783 is a bill that plans to make the Miccosukee tribe's land bigger and help protect their homes from getting flooded, by giving them up to $14 million for this purpose.
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...
Simple Explanation
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. 3768 — To extend and modify the transportation grant program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
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February 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:439
S. 3768 aims to extend and make changes to the transportation grant program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill proposes including tribal and Native Hawaiian organizations as beneficiaries of the program. It also seeks to update the definitions of these...
Simple Explanation
S. 3768 wants to let more groups, like some tribal and Native Hawaiian organizations, use special money to help veterans get transportation. It also plans to adjust how much money is given each year, but needs to be careful to not spend too much.
S. 4508 — To prepare for contested logistics environments, and for other purposes.
June 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:774
S. 4508 aims to strengthen the United States' military logistics capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. It proposes adding Japan and South Korea to a logistics demonstration program as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024. The bill also...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure the US military can get supplies in tricky places in Asia by including Japan and South Korea in a special program. It also lets some boats be fixed in other countries under certain rules.
H. R. 7656 — To amend title 31, United States Code, to require the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress, and for other purposes.
March 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:240
The bill H.R. 7656, known as the “Balanced Budget and Accounting Act,” aims to change the way the President of the United States submits the national budget. It proposes that each annual budget submitted by the President must be a balanced budget, meaning that the money the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that the money the U.S. plans to spend each year is the same or less than the money it will make, like making sure not to spend more allowance than you get each week. This is to help the country be careful with its money, just like how you might save your allowance to buy a toy without going into debt.
H. R. 6904 — To direct the Secretary of State to further surge capacity to better support special immigrant visa applicants who are nationals of Afghanistan, and for other purposes.
December 22, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:402
H.R. 6904, also known as the “Support Our Afghan Partners Act of 2023,” aims to boost support for Afghan nationals who assisted the U.S. mission in Afghanistan and now face threats from the Taliban. The bill directs the Secretary of State to increase capacity to better support Afghan special...
Simple Explanation
This bill is trying to help people from Afghanistan who helped the USA when they were in trouble there. It wants to make it easier and faster for them to come to America safely by having more helpers to process their special visas.
S. 4169 — To establish and support primary care team education centers, and for other purposes.
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April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,689
S. 4169 proposes the creation and expansion of primary care team education centers to enhance the development of health professionals in community-based care settings. The bill aims to improve access to care by having more students gain clinical experience in...
Simple Explanation
S. 4169 is like a plan to make more schools for doctors, nurses, and health helpers so they can learn to work together better. It wants to give money to help them do this but needs to make sure the money is used wisely and fairly.
S. 1277 — An Act To modify the boundary of the Mammoth Cave National Park in the State of Kentucky, and for other purposes.
December 17, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:297
S. 1277 aims to adjust the boundaries of the Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. The bill allows the Secretary of the Interior to acquire around 980 acres of land, as shown on a specific map, to be included in the park. It updates previous legislation from 1942 by stating...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about changing the size of a big cave park called Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. It says the park can get a little bigger by adding some new land, and it gives permission to spend the money needed to do this.
H. R. 9596 — To amend title 41, United States Code, and title 10, United States Code, to provide best value through the multiple award schedule program, and for other purposes.
September 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:443
H. R. 9596, titled the "Value Over Cost Act of 2024," aims to amend titles 41 and 10 of the United States Code to enhance the multiple award schedule program. It allows the federal government to choose either the lowest-cost option or the best value when awarding contracts,...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9596 is a new rule that helps the government choose the best value or the cheapest option when buying things. It makes sure the government can decide what will work best for them, like picking the best toy that isn't always the cheapest.
H. R. 10378 — To establish the Critical Mineral Reserve of the United States, and for other purposes.
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December 11, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:7,427
H.R. 10378 proposes the creation of the Critical Mineral Reserve of the United States to ensure a stable and secure supply of essential materials like those used in tech, defense, and renewable energy sectors. The bill responds to concerns about the U.S.'s reliance on foreign...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10378 is a plan to make sure the United States has enough special rocks and minerals needed to build things like phones, computers, and batteries by keeping a big stash of them, so they don't have to depend too much on other countries. They will spend a lot of money to start this stash and help businesses that work with these minerals, but they need to be careful about how they spend it and make sure everything is fair and open.
H. R. 537 — An Act To award a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats, in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust.
June 12, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,602
H.R. 537, also known as the Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust Congressional Gold Medal Act, proposes awarding a Congressional Gold Medal to 60 diplomats in recognition of their bravery and heroism during the Holocaust. These diplomats used their positions to help...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 537 wants to give a special gold medal to a group of 60 brave diplomats who helped save many people during a bad time in history called the Holocaust. This medal will remind everyone of their heroism, and people can also buy bronze copies to help pay for making the medals.
S. 4166 — To authorize reimbursement to applicants for uniformed military service for co-payments of medical appointments required as part of the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) process.
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April 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:234
S. 4166 seeks to allow the Secretary of Defense to reimburse people applying to join the uniformed military for up to $100. This reimbursement would cover co-payment costs from medical appointments necessary as part of the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) process....
Simple Explanation
The bill is about helping people who want to join the military by giving back up to $100 for doctor visit costs needed for their check-ups, so they don't have to worry about money when they try to sign up.
S. 594 — To require the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to prioritize the completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes.
May 16, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,520
S. 594 directs the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior to focus on completing the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail by November 2028. The bill requires the creation of a joint team from the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management to handle...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants two important people, the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of the Interior, to finish making a big walking path called the Continental Divide Trail before 2028, and it says they need to work together and talk with local people about it.
S. 4392 — To establish the Southern Border Wall Construction Fund and to transfer unobligated amounts from the Coronavirus State and local fiscal recovery funds to such Fund to construct and maintain physical barriers along the southern border.
May 22, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:342
S. 4392 aims to create the Southern Border Wall Construction Fund to build and maintain barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border. The bill proposes transferring unused funds from the Coronavirus State and local fiscal recovery funds into this new fund for border wall projects....
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to use money that was meant to help with COVID-19 to build a big wall on the U.S.-Mexico border. This idea is causing arguments because some people think the money should still go towards helping with the pandemic.
H. RES. 1450 — Reaffirming the House of Representatives priority over the collection and expenditure of revenue under the Origination Clause of the Constitution.
September 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:220
The resolution, H. RES. 1450, seeks to reaffirm the House of Representatives' authority under the Origination Clause of the U.S. Constitution, which gives the House the power to originate all revenue-related bills, such as taxation and appropriations. It emphasizes the...
Simple Explanation
The resolution says that the people in the House of Representatives should have the first say when it comes to making rules about money that the government collects and spends. They want to make sure they do a good job with this responsibility in future budgets.
H. R. 9559 — To amend the Child Care Access Means Parents In School Program under the Higher Education Act of 1965.
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September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,875
H.R. 9559 aims to amend the Child Care Access Means Parents In School Program under the Higher Education Act of 1965. The bill focuses on supporting student parents by providing them with access to affordable child care services, particularly on college campuses. It allows...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9559 is a plan to help student parents by giving colleges money to offer cheaper child care so parents can study, but it needs better guidelines to make sure the money is used wisely and fairly.
H. R. 6929 — To appropriate funds for the Affordable Connectivity Program of the Federal Communications Commission.
January 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:218
H.R. 6929, also known as the “Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act of 2024,” aims to allocate $7 billion for the Affordable Connectivity Program, which is part of the Federal Communications Commission. This funding will be available for fiscal year 2024 and will remain available...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the government wants to give $7 billion to help people pay for the internet. This money can be used until it's all gone, but right now, there aren't any specific rules on how to spend it.
H. R. 9999 — To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to include timely completion of budgetary actions as an essential purpose of such Act and to establish limitations on the official travel of Members of Congress upon failure to timely adopt a concurrent resolution on the budget, and for other purposes.
October 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:818
H.R. 9999, titled the “No Budget, No Recess Act,” aims to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974. The bill seeks to ensure the timely completion of budgetary actions and imposes limitations on official travel for Members of Congress if a budget is...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9999 says that if Congress doesn't agree on a budget on time, they can't go on big trips they're usually allowed to take, unless it's super important, like for safety reasons.
H. R. 1023 — An Act To repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, relating to the greenhouse gas reduction fund.
March 22, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:303
H. R. 1023, also known as the “Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act,” aims to repeal section 134 of the Clean Air Act, which is related to the greenhouse gas reduction fund. This bill also proposes to rescind all unobligated funds that were previously allocated for this...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to stop some rules and funding meant to help reduce pollution and greenhouse gases, like the ones from cars and factories, but it doesn't say what new plans there will be to protect the earth.
S. 3964 — To amend title 23, United States Code, with respect to the highway safety improvement program, and for other purposes.
March 14, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,229
S. 3964, also known as the "Sarah Debbink Langenkamp Active Transportation Safety Act," aims to enhance highway safety in the United States by amending existing laws. The bill focuses on improving infrastructure for bicyclists and pedestrians, reducing risks to vulnerable...
Simple Explanation
S. 3964 is a plan to make roads safer for people walking and biking by fixing roads and paths, and it wants the government to pay for these safety projects so that fewer accidents happen.
H. R. 8195 — To strengthen congressional oversight of the Administrative Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2023, and for other purposes.
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May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:815
H.R. 8195, known as the "Strengthening Administrative PAYGO Act of 2024," aims to improve congressional oversight of the Administrative Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2023. The bill introduces requirements for the Director to submit waivers and budgetary effect estimates to the Budget Committees when...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8195 is a bill that wants to make sure the government keeps track of how much money it spends, especially if it spends a lot more than expected. It also wants to make sure that this tracking doesn't stop at a certain time, so there are always clear rules about how much money can be spent and how decisions are made.
S. 612 — An Act To reauthorize the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, and for other purposes.
September 09, 2024
Status:Referred in House
Congress:118
Words:270
S. 612 aims to extend the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act, which is a set of laws focused on protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe's natural environment. The bill proposes changing certain parts of the original act to ensure continued cooperation between government agencies and to...
Simple Explanation
S. 612 is a plan to help take care of Lake Tahoe by making sure everyone keeps working together and has money to do this until 2034. It’s like setting up a team project where everyone agrees to keep helping and have enough funds to do so for a long time.
H. R. 9247 — To require modernization of information technology systems and applications of the Bureau of Industry and Security.
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August 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:892
H.R. 9247, known as the "Bureau of Industry and Security Information Technology Modernization Act," aims to upgrade the information technology systems of the Bureau of Industry and Security within the Department of Commerce. The bill emphasizes the adoption of advanced...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give a lot of money to a group that helps keep track of how things are traded between countries, so they can use cool, new computers and technology, but it doesn't say exactly how they'll spend the money or who will check to make sure it's spent wisely.
H. R. 6960 — To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Emergency Medical Services for Children program.
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May 07, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:381
H.R. 6960 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to continue funding the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) program. This bill authorizes an allocation of $24,334,000 each year from 2025 through 2029, increasing the annual budget from the previous term which...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6960 is a plan to keep giving money to help doctors and nurses take care of kids when there's an emergency. They want to give a bit more money every year from 2025 to 2029, but some people are curious about why they need more and how it will be used.
H. R. 8170 — To amend title 40, United States Code, to provide for certain exceptions to the mileage limitation for Appalachian development highway system projects.
April 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:492
H. R. 8170 proposes changes to title 40 of the United States Code to allow exceptions to the mileage limits for the Appalachian Development Highway System. The bill enables the Appalachian Regional Commission to approve additional mileage for highway construction projects if...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to change a rule about building more roads in a certain area called the Appalachian region. It says that if it's really important, they might allow building more road miles than usually allowed, but only if they check and say it's okay to do so.
H. R. 9468 — Making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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September 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:946
H.R. 9468 is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives that provides additional funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024. The bill allocates funds to the Veterans Benefits Administration for compensation, pensions, and readjustment...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9468 is a bill that gives more money to help veterans by making sure they have enough for things like pensions and helping them adjust to life after military service, while also checking how that money is being used.

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