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Search Results: keywords:"foreign entities"

H. R. 8290 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require the public disclosure of grants made by certain tax-exempt organizations to foreign entities.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:589
The Foreign Grant Reporting Act (H.R. 8290) aims to make certain tax-exempt organizations disclose publicly the details of grants they provide to foreign entities. It requires these organizations to include the name and address of the foreign entity, the total amount of...
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The Foreign Grant Reporting Act wants certain groups in the U.S. that don't pay taxes to tell everyone when they give money to people in other countries. This means they have to say who they gave it to and how much, so everyone knows where the money is going.
H. R. 9565 — To prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from entering into, extending, or renewing a contract with or awarding a grant to an entity that uses or procures light detection and ranging technology from certain foreign entities, and for other purposes.
September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:670
H. R. 9565, known as the "Securing Infrastructure from Adversaries Act," aims to prevent the U.S. Secretary of Transportation from contracting or granting funds to entities that use or procure LiDAR technology from certain foreign entities, specifically from countries like China, Iran, North...
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The bill wants to stop the U.S. government from buying or using special laser technology, called LiDAR, from countries like China and Russia because they might not be safe. If someone thinks using it is really important, they can ask for special permission, but this might take a long time to start happening.
H. R. 7023 — An Act To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide regulatory and judicial certainty for regulated entities and communities, increase transparency, and promote water quality, and for other purposes.
March 21, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:3,744
H.R. 7023, known as the "Creating Confidence in Clean Water Permitting Act," aims to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to enhance regulatory certainty and transparency regarding water quality permits. It introduces new administrative procedures for water quality...
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The bill is about making rules for keeping water clean and safe, making it easier for people to follow these rules, and ensuring everyone knows what the rules are. It also talks about who can get permission to do things with water, like people from other countries or those building big projects, and makes sure scientists can study harmful chemicals to keep water safe.
H. R. 820 — To direct the Federal Communications Commission to publish a list of entities that hold authorizations, licenses, or other grants of authority issued by the Commission and that have certain foreign ownership, and for other purposes.
May 07, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,025
H.R. 820, known as the "Foreign Adversary Communications Transparency Act," requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to publish a list of entities that hold authorizations, licenses, or other grants and have certain foreign ownership. The bill aims to ensure transparency by having...
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The bill wants the FCC to make a list of which companies have special permissions and are owned by people from other countries. They must share this list online and update it every year to help keep everyone safe.
S. 4976 — To require the Office of Information and Communication Technology Services and other Federal agencies to develop a list of artificial intelligence products and services, and for other purposes.
August 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,645
The bill, S. 4976, titled the "Artificial Intelligence Acquisitions Act of 2024," would require the Office of Information and Communication Technology Services and other federal agencies to create a list of artificial intelligence products and services that pose national...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants the government to make a list of certain robots and computer programs that might be dangerous, especially if they come from countries we're worried about. The government shouldn't buy or use these robots or programs unless it's for special security reasons.
S. 4018 — To amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 to reauthorize the Commission on Farm Transitions–Needs for 2050, and for other purposes.
March 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:745
S. 4018 aims to amend the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 by reauthorizing the Commission on Farm Transitions–Needs for 2050. The bill sets a deadline for the Secretary to establish the Commission and outlines an expanded scope for study and recommendations concerning...
Simple Explanation
S. 4018 is about making some changes to help farmers pass on their farms to the next generation by giving them more support and advice. It wants to re-start a group to study and suggest ways to help with things like farm training, owning land, and solving problems farmers face when handing over their farms.
H. R. 7023 — An Act To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide regulatory and judicial certainty for regulated entities and communities, increase transparency, and promote water quality, and for other purposes.
March 22, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,724
H.R. 7023, known as the “Creating Confidence in Clean Water Permitting Act,” aims to modify the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to enhance clarity and consistency for regulated parties and communities. The bill proposes new rules for developing water quality criteria, introduces general...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make rules about clean water clearer and easier to understand. It tries to help people get water permits faster and makes sure everyone knows how to follow the rules to keep water clean.
H. R. 6306 — An Act To direct the Secretary of State to avoid or minimize the acquisition or lease of a consular or diplomatic post built or owned by an entity owned or controlled by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, and for other purposes.
March 20, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:711
H.R. 6306, also known as the "Embassy Construction Integrity Act of 2023," aims to prevent the U.S. Secretary of State from acquiring or leasing consular or diplomatic buildings that have been built or owned by entities controlled by the Chinese government. The bill requires the Secretary to...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6306 is a rule that tries to stop the U.S. from using buildings for embassies or consulates if those buildings are made or owned by companies controlled by China. If this rule is ever broken, the U.S. must explain why keeping the country's safety was more important.
S. 5306 — To authorize the imposition of sanctions with respect to significant actions that exacerbate climate change, to reinforce comprehensive efforts to limit global average temperature rise, and for other purposes.
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November 13, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,773
S. 5306 aims to combat climate change by allowing the U.S. government to impose sanctions on foreign individuals or entities responsible for significant actions that increase greenhouse gas emissions, contribute to deforestation, or harm environmental defenders. The bill...
Simple Explanation
S. 5306 is like a rulebook that helps the U.S. stop people and businesses from hurting the planet. It says that if someone cuts down lots of trees or lies about their projects harming nature, they might get in trouble.
H. R. 10010 — To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to add an economic cause as an allowable cause to declare a fishery resource disaster.
October 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,071
H.R. 10010 is a bill that aims to modify the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act by allowing an economic cause to be a valid reason for declaring a fishery resource disaster. The bill defines "economic cause" as activities by foreign entities that can...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 10010 is a proposed law that wants to help U.S. fishermen by allowing them to get help if problems caused by people in other countries make it hard for them to sell their fish. It says if these foreign actions mess up their business, it can be called a "disaster," and they can get assistance.
H. R. 8649 — To ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes.
July 05, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,072
H. R. 8649 aims to make sure that parents know if there is any foreign influence in their child's public school. The bill requires schools to allow parents to see and copy curriculum materials paid for by foreign governments. Schools must inform parents if any staff are paid...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8649 is a plan to help parents know if their kids' schools are getting help or money from other countries, making sure parents can see and understand this information.
H. R. 8649 — To ensure that parents are aware of foreign influence in their child’s public school, and for other purposes.
June 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:859
H. R. 8649, introduced in the House of Representatives, is designed to ensure parents are aware of foreign influences in their children's public schools. The bill requires schools that receive federal funding to inform parents about educational materials funded by foreign...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8649 is a law proposal that wants schools to tell parents if any school materials come from foreign countries, and let parents see these materials, so they know what their kids are learning. Schools need to keep parents informed through online notices or other methods at the start of every school year.

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