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Search Results: keywords:"public access"

S. 4599 — To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings, and for other purposes.
June 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:768
S. 4599, also known as the “Gateway Partnership Act,” aims to allow the Secretary of the Interior to form an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation. This agreement would enable the Foundation to host private events at the Gateway Arch National Park buildings, with...
Simple Explanation
The U.S. government wants to let a group called the Gateway Arch Park Foundation hold private parties at a special park with a big arch, but they need to make sure the park stays clean and safe for everyone else who wants to visit.
S. 2742 — To establish the Fort Ontario National Monument in the State of New York as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,993
S. 2742 aims to establish the Fort Ontario National Monument in New York as part of the National Park System. The monument will commemorate various aspects of history, including Indigenous peoples, past battles at Fort Ontario, and the World War II refugees who lived there....
Simple Explanation
Imagine a park that's really special because it tells stories about important things that happened a long time ago. This bill wants to make Fort Ontario in New York a special place like that, so everyone can visit and learn about history, like brave battles and people who needed a safe place to stay during a big war.
H. R. 8257 — To prohibit the Secretary of the Army from implementing a withdrawn rule relating to restricted access to the Washington Channel in Washington, DC, and for other purposes.
May 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:234
H. R. 8257 aims to stop the Secretary of the Army from implementing a rule that was previously withdrawn. This rule would have restricted public access to the Washington Channel in Washington, DC. The bill makes sure that the withdrawn rule or any other rule that limits...
Simple Explanation
In Washington, DC, there's a rule that would make it harder for people to visit a part of the river called the Washington Channel. This bill says that the rule cannot be used, so people can still go there like they always have.
S. 3123 — An Act To provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.
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December 18, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,884
S. 3123, titled the “Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act,” aims to improve how data related to the public's recreational use of federal waterways is managed and shared. The bill directs several federal agencies to work together to create standards for data...
Simple Explanation
The Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act wants to make it easier for everyone to find information online about fun things you can do on rivers and lakes owned by the government. This means sharing rules about fishing or where you can get in the water so everyone can have more fun outside!
H. R. 10040 — To amend section 7342 of title 5, United States Code, to require agencies to submit to the Office of Government Ethics and the Department of State the compiled listing of certain statements relating to the receipt and disposition of foreign gifts and decorations, and for other purposes.
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October 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,665
The Gift Accountability, Reporting, and Disclosures Act (GARD Act) proposes changes to existing U.S. law regarding how federal agencies and politicians handle foreign gifts and decorations. It requires agencies to submit a detailed list of received gifts to both the Office of...
Simple Explanation
The GARD Act is about making sure government workers tell the right people when they get gifts from other countries, and they have to be quick or else they might have to pay a fine. It also says that everyone should be able to see a list of these gifts, but it could be tricky and expensive for some agencies to set all this up.
H. R. 9817 — To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to update and clarify its rule on substances generally recognized as safe, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:979
H.R. 9817, known as the “Toxic Free Food Act of 2024,” requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, to update the regulations on substances generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food. The bill mandates manufacturers to notify the Secretary...
Simple Explanation
The "Toxic Free Food Act of 2024" is a plan to make sure the stuff in our food is safe by making food makers check in with the government when they say something is safe to eat, and it also tells them not to use experts who might have tricky jobs elsewhere.
H. R. 8413 — To provide for the conveyance of certain Federal land at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in the State of Nebraska, and for other purposes.
May 15, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:5,525
H.R. 8413 proposes the transfer of ownership of certain federal lands located at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in Nebraska to Hitchcock County and Frontier County. The bill outlines conditions for these lands to be conveyed, including ensuring they are not subdivided and their...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8413 is a bill that wants to give some land near two lakes in Nebraska to the local counties, so they can keep using it for things like fishing and enjoying nature. The counties will have to pay for the land and make sure everything stays safe and nice for visitors.
H. R. 9587 — To establish the Fort Ontario National Monument in the State of New York as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
September 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:980
H. R. 9587 proposes to establish the Fort Ontario National Monument in New York as part of the National Park System. The monument aims to preserve and educate about the history of 982 World War II refugees who lived at Fort Ontario from 1944 to 1946. The Secretary of the...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9587 is a plan to make Fort Ontario in New York a special place managed by the government so people can learn about a time when 982 refugees lived there during World War II, and it will still let kids play sports there.
S. 3123 — To provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.
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November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,543
S. 3123, titled the "Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act," aims to improve public access and information transparency about federal waterways in the United States. The bill proposes that federal agencies standardize, consolidate, and digitally publish geospatial data...
Simple Explanation
The "Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act" is like a big plan to make sure everyone can find and understand maps about U.S. rivers and lakes on the internet, so they know where they can fish or swim, but the grown-ups need to be careful not to spend too much money without knowing exactly what it's for!
H. R. 9592 — An Act To amend title 44, United States Code, to modernize the Federal Register, and for other purposes.
December 21, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:2,083
H.R. 9592, known as the "Federal Register Modernization Act of 2024," aims to update Title 44 of the United States Code to modernize the Federal Register process. The bill changes the term "printing" to "publishing" for documents in the Federal Register, defines "publish" as...
Simple Explanation
In H.R. 9592, Congress wants to make the Federal Register, which is like a big public notebook of government rules, more modern by letting it go digital and using computers instead of just paper. This means the rules can be shared online, and new ways to share them during emergencies are allowed, but some people are worried it might cost more or make understanding the rules harder.
S. 4199 — To authorize additional district judges for the district courts and convert temporary judgeships.
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June 18, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:5,221
S. 4199 aims to address the issue of understaffed federal district courts by authorizing the appointment of additional district judges across the United States. The bill outlines a plan to increase the number of judges in various districts over multiple years, beginning in...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to add more judges to help with too many cases in courts and turn some temporary judge jobs into permanent ones, like making a temporary tent into a solid house, and it plans to spend money each year to make this happen.
H. R. 7592 — An Act To direct the Librarian of Congress to promote the more cost-effective, efficient, and expanded availability of the Annotated Constitution and pocket-part supplements by replacing the hardbound versions with digital versions.
September 09, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:746
H.R. 7592 requires that the Librarian of Congress replace printed versions of the Annotated Constitution and its supplements with digital versions. This change aims to make these documents more accessible and cost-effective by publishing them on a public website of the Library of Congress....
Simple Explanation
The bill says that instead of printing the U.S. Constitution with notes and supplements in books, they will be put online on a library website to save money. This makes it easier for people to read them anywhere on the internet.
H. R. 5509 — An Act To modernize permitting systems at the Department of the Interior, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Referred in Senate
Congress:118
Words:535
H.R. 5509, the "Electronic Permitting Modernization Act," aims to improve the efficiency of the Department of the Interior by modernizing its permitting systems. It requires the Department to create electronic systems to handle and store all permit-related documents and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 5509 wants to make it easier and faster for the Department of the Interior to handle paperwork by using computers and the internet, making sure to listen to different communities while keeping personal information safe.
H. R. 7925 — To provide for the standardization, publication, and accessibility of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways, and for other purposes.
April 10, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,530
H.R. 7925 aims to make it easier for people to find and use information about outdoor recreational activities on U.S. federal waterways. The bill requires the Secretary of Commerce to standardize, publish, and regularly update geospatial data on waterway restrictions and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7925 is a plan to make maps and information about where people can play and fish on rivers and lakes easier to find online. It wants different groups to work together so everyone can easily see which parts of the water to visit.
S. 2216 — To release from wilderness study area designation certain land in the State of Montana, to improve the management of that land, and for other purposes.
January 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,400
S. 2216 aims to change the status of certain public lands in Montana that were previously designated as wilderness study areas. The bill seeks to remove this designation from the Middle Fork Judith, Hoodoo Mountain, and Wales Creek areas because they have been found...
Simple Explanation
S. 2216 is a plan that wants to change how three special outdoor places in Montana are looked after. Some people think if these places are not called "wilderness study areas" anymore, it could make it easier for people to visit, help animals, and keep forests safe from big fires.
H. R. 6127 — An Act To provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.
December 18, 2024
Status:Placed on Calendar Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,788
H. R. 6127, titled the "Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act," aims to standardize, consolidate, and make public data about the recreational use of federal waterways. The bill requires the development of shared standards for data related to federal waterway access and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6127 wants to make sure that information about fishing and playing in water owned by the government is easier to find online, like the way we have maps of parks. It also wants people who own water in other places, like states and tribes, to help too, so everyone knows what's happening with the water.
H. R. 7529 — To amend the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998 to reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.
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March 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:221
H. R. 7529 aims to update the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998 by reauthorizing the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network. The bill proposes to increase the funding from $3,000,000 to $6,000,000 and extend the expiration date from 2025 to 2030. This...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to give more money to help take care of and let people visit and learn about the Chesapeake Bay, by doubling the current funds and making them last for five more years until 2030.
H. R. 6842 — To amend chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code, and the STOCK Act to require certain senior officials to report payments received from the Federal Government, to improve the filing and disclosure of financial disclosures by Members of Congress, congressional staff, very senior employees, and others, and to ban stock trading for certain senior Government officials, and for other purposes.
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December 15, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:5,790
H.R. 6842 aims to enhance transparency and accountability for senior government officials by mandating the reporting of payments received from the Federal Government, improving financial disclosure filing, and prohibiting stock trading for certain officials. It includes...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 6842 is a rule to make sure that important people in the government tell everyone when they get paid by the government, and they're not allowed to trade stocks. This helps keep things fair and honest.
H. R. 9998 — To require the Secretary of Transportation to issue a final rule setting minimum structural standards for railroad bridges, and for other purposes.
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October 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,708
The Rail Bridge Safety and Transparency Act (H.R. 9998) requires the Secretary of Transportation to create rules for minimum structural and safety standards for railroad bridges and their parts. Railroads must classify their bridges as poor, fair, or good and report detailed...
Simple Explanation
The Rail Bridge Safety and Transparency Act is a plan to make railway bridges safer by checking how strong they are, fixing them if needed, and telling everyone how safe they are. It also makes rules to make sure bridge owners follow the safety checks, and people can know who owns each bridge.
H. R. 9108 — To amend title 5, United States Code, to create a right of public access to certain records relating to the courts of the United States, and for other purposes.
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July 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:949
H.R. 9108, known as the “Judicial FOIA Expansion Act,” aims to amend Title 5 of the U.S. Code to increase public access to certain court records. The bill proposes that information such as attorney disciplinary records, complaints against judges, and performance reports be...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 9108 is a plan to help people see more information about what judges and lawyers do in court, kind of like how you can check out books from a library. It also sets aside some money to make sure this is done properly and fairly.
H. R. 890 — An Act To increase access to agency guidance documents.
July 22, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:1,119
The "Guidance Out Of Darkness Act" (GOOD Act) aims to improve public access to government agency guidance documents by requiring them to be published online in one centralized location. The bill mandates that both newly issued and previously existing guidance documents be...
Simple Explanation
The Guidance Out Of Darkness Act wants to make it easy for everyone to find important information from government agencies by putting all their instructions and advice online in one place. It makes sure that all the new and old instructions are there, unless they are secret for special reasons.
H. R. 890 — To increase access to agency guidance documents.
July 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,222
H.R. 890, known as the "Guidance Out of Darkness Act of 2023" or the "GOOD Act of 2023," aims to make agency guidance documents more accessible to the public. The bill requires that all new and existing guidance documents be published on a single, publicly accessible website...
Simple Explanation
The GOOD Act of 2023 wants all important papers from government agencies to be easy for everyone to find on one website, even if they've been canceled, so people can see them and know what's going on.
S. 3786 — To provide for the standardization, publication, and accessibility of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways, and for other purposes.
February 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,497
S. 3786, titled the "Modernizing Access to Our Public Oceans Act," aims to standardize, publish, and provide easier access to data concerning public outdoor recreational use of federal waterways. Introduced by Mr. Cruz, this bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to develop...
Simple Explanation
The bill is like a plan to make it easier for people to find information about rivers and lakes where they can do fun activities like fishing. It asks for a special website to show people where those places are and if there are any rules, while making sure secret stuff stays secret.
H. R. 8276 — To make data and internal guidance on excess personal property publicly available, and for other purposes.
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May 07, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,016
H.R. 8276, titled the “Reuse Excess Property Act,” aims to make data and internal guidance about excess personal property in government agencies more accessible to the public. It requires agencies to prioritize using excess property before purchasing new items and mandates...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8276 is a bill that wants government agencies to share their extra stuff and rules about it with everyone, so they don't buy new stuff they don't need. But they have to do this without getting any extra money to help them, which might be tricky!
H. R. 8413 — An Act To provide for the conveyance of certain Federal land at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in the State of Nebraska, and for other purposes.
December 09, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,437
H.R. 8413 proposes the transfer of certain federal lands at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in Nebraska to Frontier County and Hitchcock County. This bill requires the Secretary of the Interior to negotiate and execute agreements for these land transfers, ensuring...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8413 is a bill that wants to give certain pieces of government-owned land by two lakes in Nebraska to two local counties. The counties are supposed to use this land for fun activities, like hiking or fishing, and must pay for it and take care of it themselves.
H. R. 7550 — To require the Secretary of Transportation to establish a mechanism to make helicopter noise complaint data accessible to the Federal Aviation Administration.
March 05, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:492
H. R. 7550 is a bill introduced to make helicopter noise complaint data more accessible. It requires the Secretary of Transportation to create a system within 180 days that allows the Federal Aviation Administration, helicopter operators in the Washington, DC, area, and the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make it easier for people to look up complaints about noisy helicopters flying near Washington, DC. It tells a government department to set up a website where people can see this information without reading anyone's personal details.
H. R. 4984 — An Act To direct the Secretary of the Interior to transfer administrative jurisdiction over the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus to the District of Columbia so that the District may use the Campus for purposes including residential and commercial development, and for other purposes.
December 27, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:2,241
H.R. 4984 aims to transfer control over the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus from the federal government to the District of Columbia. This transfer allows the District to develop the area for various purposes, including residential and commercial projects, while...
Simple Explanation
The bill is about letting Washington, D.C. take care of a big area where an old stadium is, so they can build houses and stores there, but they have to keep some parts as parks for everyone to enjoy. They must follow rules to protect the environment and can't use money from the government to build a new stadium.
H. R. 6127 — To provide for the standardization, consolidation, and publication of data relating to public outdoor recreational use of Federal waterways among Federal land and water management agencies, and for other purposes.
December 10, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,986
H.R. 6127, titled the "Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act," aims to standardize, consolidate, and publish data about the recreational use of federal waterways in the U.S. It requires federal agencies to create interoperable standards for geospatial data regarding access and...
Simple Explanation
The Modernizing Access to Our Public Waters Act wants to make it easier for people to find and use information about where they can fish, boat, and play on rivers and lakes by creating simple online maps and guides. The bill asks various government groups to work together and share this information with everyone.
H. R. 9410 — To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to enter into an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in Gateway Arch National Park buildings, and for other purposes.
August 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:762
H. R. 9410 is a bill that allows the Secretary of the Interior to make an agreement with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to host private events in various buildings within the Gateway Arch National Park. The bill specifies that the private events must align with the park's...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 9410 lets the Secretary of the Interior make a deal with the Gateway Arch Park Foundation to have special parties in park buildings, as long as they take care of the park and don't block people from visiting. They also have to make sure there are rules for keeping the park safe and fixing stuff that might get worn out.
H. R. 7627 — To establish the Dr. Percy and Dr. Anna Julian Home National Historic Site in the State of Illinois, and for other purposes.
March 12, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,023
H.R. 7627 aims to create the Dr. Percy and Dr. Anna Julian Home National Historic Site in Oak Park, Illinois. The bill outlines conditions for establishing the site, such as an agreement between the Secretary of the Interior and the Julian Home for public access and maintenance. The site is...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7627 is a plan to make Dr. Percy and Dr. Anna Julian's house in Illinois a special place people can visit to learn about their important work in science and history. It might cost some money and needs careful planning, but it aims to keep their story alive and help people learn about standing against unfair treatment.
S. 2620 — To establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
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November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:8,532
S. 2620 seeks to establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area as part of the National Park System. This bill aims to protect and promote the Chesapeake Bay's natural, cultural, historical, and recreational importance while enhancing public access and sustainable tourism....
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to make a special park area called the Chesapeake National Recreation Area to protect nature and help people have fun there, but it doesn't clearly say how much money is needed or where it will come from, which could cause problems with spending wisely.
H. R. 5443 — An Act To establish a policy regarding appraisal and valuation services for real property for a transaction over which the Secretary of the Interior has jurisdiction, and for other purposes.
December 21, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:1,067
The Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act or the AACE Act (H.R. 5443) aims to streamline the process of appraising real estate for transactions overseen by the Secretary of the Interior. It allows real estate appraisers who are licensed in any...
Simple Explanation
The Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act is a rule that helps people who figure out the value of land do their job all over the country without needing to get special permission from every state. It also asks for a yearly check-up to see if this makes things quicker and easier and shares information with everyone!
S. 3346 — To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate certain streams in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem and Smith River system in the State of Montana as components of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.
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November 21, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,807
S. 3346 aims to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act by designating certain streams in Montana's greater Yellowstone ecosystem and Smith River system as part of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The legislation highlights the importance of these streams for recreation, wildlife, and cultural...
Simple Explanation
S. 3346 is a plan to protect special streams in Montana, making sure they stay nice and clean for people to enjoy, while still letting folks use the land and water how they need to. It also promises to be fair to people who own the land and lets important energy projects keep happening.
S. 4827 — To improve transparency and the availability of information regarding dietary supplements by amending the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require manufacturers of dietary supplements to list dietary supplements with the Food and Drug Administration.
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July 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,134
S. 4827, also known as the "Dietary Supplement Listing Act of 2024," aims to increase transparency and accessibility to information about dietary supplements. The bill would require all dietary supplement manufacturers to list their products with the Food and Drug...
Simple Explanation
S. 4827 is a new rule that says companies making vitamins and supplements have to tell the FDA what's in their products, and everyone will be able to look this up on a big list online. This rule also sets aside money to help create this list and make sure it's safe and easy for people to use.
H. R. 8413 — An Act To provide for the conveyance of certain Federal land at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in the State of Nebraska, and for other purposes.
December 18, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:3,431
H. R. 8413, also known as the "Swanson and Hugh Butler Reservoirs Land Conveyances Act," aims to transfer certain federal lands at Swanson Reservoir and Hugh Butler Reservoir in Nebraska to Hitchcock and Frontier Counties. The counties must take on management responsibilities...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to give some pieces of land near two big lakes in Nebraska from the government to local counties, who will take care of the land, follow special rules, and pay what the land is worth.
S. 2620 — An Act To establish the Chesapeake National Recreation Area as a unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.
December 18, 2024
Status:Engrossed in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,363
S. 2620 establishes the Chesapeake National Recreation Area within the National Park System, involving lands in Maryland and Virginia, to protect the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding areas while providing public access and enjoyment. The bill outlines the process for...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a new fun park called the Chesapeake National Recreation Area, where people can enjoy nature and learn about the Chesapeake Bay, in places like Maryland and Virginia. It's like making a special place to protect nature and help everyone have a good time!
H. R. 7020 — To direct the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to conduct high-resolution mapping of the lakebeds of the Great Lakes, and for other purposes.
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January 17, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:829
H.R. 7020, known as the "Great Lakes Mapping Act," directs the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to create detailed maps of the lakebeds of the Great Lakes by December 31, 2029. The project involves gathering high-resolution bathymetric data, creating...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7020 is a plan to make detailed maps of the bottom of the Great Lakes, using special technology to see under the water, by the end of 2029. The project has $200 million to spend on gathering and organizing the data, and will work with different groups to share the maps with everyone.
S. 4800 — To designate certain communities as resilient waterfront communities, and for other purposes.
July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:3,684
S. 4800, known as the "Waterfront Community Revitalization and Resiliency Act of 2024," aims to support certain communities in the United States by designating them as resilient waterfront communities. The bill outlines criteria for this designation and provides for the...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to help towns by the water get stronger and be better places to live. It shares ideas, gives some money, and helps plan ways to make these towns nicer and safer.
H. R. 1631 — To amend title 17, United States Code, to reaffirm the importance of, and include requirements for, works incorporated by reference into law, and for other purposes.
July 22, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:4,805
H. R. 1631, also known as the “Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to Codes Act” or the “Pro Codes Act,” seeks to adjust copyright laws to support public access to technical and voluntary consensus standards that are incorporated into U.S. laws and regulations. The bill...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 1631 is about making important rules and codes that everyone needs to follow easier to read online for free, while also making sure the people who create these codes can still earn money from big businesses.

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