Search Results for keywords:"public interest"

Search Results: keywords:"public interest"

H. R. 1513 — To direct the Federal Communications Commission to establish a task force to be known as the 6G Task Force, and for other purposes.
May 14, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,010
H.R. 1513 directs the Federal Communications Commission to create a group called the “6G Task Force” within 120 days of the bill's enactment. This task force will include representatives from various sectors, including companies, public interest groups, academic institutions,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to create a special group called the 6G Task Force to think about and plan for the next super-fast internet, 6G. This group will include smart people from different places, and they will report back to the grown-ups in charge on how best to use this new technology.
S. 5252 — To amend title 18, United States Code to require accountability in deferred prosecution agreements, and for other purposes.
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September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,387
The bill, S. 5252, aims to enhance accountability in deferred prosecution agreements by amending title 18 of the United States Code. It specifies that when a company, rather than an individual, is involved, the court must deem the agreement to be in the public interest,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure when companies get in trouble but don't go to court (called a "deferred prosecution agreement"), it's fair and clear for everyone. It says if a company pays a fine of $1,000,000 or more, they have to share important details with the public so everyone knows what's happening.
S. 5121 — To amend the Securities Act of 1933 and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act with respect to the definition of the term accredited investor, and for other purposes.
September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:542
The bill, S. 5121, aims to change how the term "accredited investor" is defined in the Securities Act of 1933 and the Dodd-Frank Act. It allows individuals with certain certifications, designations, or credentials approved by the Commission to qualify as accredited investors,...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to change the rules about who can be a special kind of investor called an "accredited investor," letting people with approved badges or certificates join, if they show they know a lot about money. It also says these badges should be checked regularly to keep them up to date and make sure these investors are really good with money.
H. R. 7176 — To repeal restrictions on the export and import of natural gas.
January 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:662
H.R. 7176, titled the “Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024,” aims to repeal certain restrictions on the import and export of natural gas, including liquefied natural gas (LNG). The bill proposes amendments to the Natural Gas Act to grant the Federal Energy...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7176 is a bill that wants to change the rules about buying and selling natural gas to and from other countries. It gives a special group in the government the power to decide if natural gas facilities are a good idea and allows the President to stop these activities if it could harm the country.
H. R. 7719 — To provide for the removal of abandoned vessels, and for other purposes.
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March 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,670
H.R. 7719, titled the "Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Act of 2024," aims to address the issue of abandoned vessels in U.S. waters. It prohibits owners from abandoning non-barge vessels, establishes penalties for violations, and mandates the creation of a national...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7719 is a plan to help make sure old boats that are left alone don't cause problems. It says people can't leave their boats by themselves, and if they do, they might have to pay a fine; it also suggests using special money saved for cleaning up spills to help pay for getting rid of these abandoned boats.
H. R. 8426 — To secure the rights of public employees to organize, act concertedly, and bargain collectively, which safeguard the public interest and promote the free and unobstructed flow of commerce, and for other purposes.
May 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:5,080
H. R. 8426 aims to protect the rights of public employees in the United States to organize and collectively bargain, ensuring that these activities safeguard public interests and support smooth commerce. The bill sets federal minimum standards for collective bargaining,...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 8426 is a bill that helps workers who work for the government, like teachers and firefighters, join together in groups called unions so they can talk about their jobs and make sure they are treated fairly. It also makes sure that the important jobs that keep us safe, like police and hospital workers, keep running smoothly without any strikes stopping them.
H. CON. RES. 1 — Regarding consent to assemble outside the seat of government.
January 23, 2023
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:167
H. CON. RES. 1 grants permission for the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate to call for the assembly of Congress outside of Washington, D.C., if they believe it is necessary for public interest. This decision must be made in consultation with the Minority Leaders of...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that if it's important for everyone, the leaders of the U.S. Congress can choose to meet somewhere other than Washington, D.C. They have to talk to other leaders before deciding.
S. 4263 — To require agencies to publish an advance notice of proposed rulemaking for major rules.
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May 02, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:945
The bill S. 4263, named the "Early Participation in Regulations Act of 2024," requires U.S. government agencies to publish an advance notice for major rules before officially proposing them. This notice must include details like the problem the rule seeks to address, the...
Simple Explanation
The bill S. 4263 wants big rulemakers to tell people what they're planning before making new rules, so everyone can have a say. But, sometimes they don't have to if they think it's not a good idea or if they're in a rush.
S. 3181 — To designate the Air and Marine Operations Marine Unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection located at 101 Km 18.5 in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, as the Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:559
S. 3181 aims to rename the Air and Marine Operations Marine Unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, as the "Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit." This change honors Marine Interdiction Agent Michel O. Maceda, who was tragically killed during a drug...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, they want to change the name of a special police boat group in Puerto Rico to honor a person named Michel O. Maceda, who was very brave but sadly passed away while doing important work to stop bad people from smuggling drugs in 2022.
H. R. 4116 — To amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act to require reports on the use of the systemic risk authority applicable to winding up a failed insured depository institution, and for other purposes.
July 30, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:1,541
H.R. 4116, known as the "Systemic Risk Authority Transparency Act," seeks to amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act by ensuring clearer reporting on the use of the systemic risk authority when dealing with failed banks. The bill mandates that the Government Accountability...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 4116 is a new rule that wants to make sure people know why some banks fail by having reports that explain everything in a way that tries not to spill secrets, but some parts of this rule might make it hard to show all the details.
H. CON. RES. 1 — Regarding consent to assemble outside the seat of government.
January 03, 2025
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:119
Words:161
H. CON. RES. 1 allows the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate, along with their designees, to call Members of Congress to meet outside of Washington, D.C. if they believe it serves the public interest. This decision must be made in consultation with the Minority Leaders...
Simple Explanation
This bill says that if the leaders of Congress think it's important, they can have Congress meet somewhere outside of Washington, D.C., but they need to discuss this with the other leaders first.
H. R. 9452 — To provide antitrust exemptions for State licensed real estate brokers or their salespersons or any trade association to which they may belong regulated and licensed by States.
September 03, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:624
H.R. 9452, titled the “Common Sense Real Estate Consumer Rights Protection Act of 2024,” seeks to provide antitrust exemptions for state-licensed real estate brokers, their salespersons, and any trade associations they might belong to. It emphasizes that the regulation and...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to let real estate agents and their groups have their own special rules so they don't always have to follow big national rules. It believes that each state should be able to make its own rules about selling houses and buildings.
S. 4363 — To secure the rights of public employees to organize, act concertedly, and bargain collectively, which safeguard the public interest and promote the free and unobstructed flow of commerce, and for other purposes.
May 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,833
The bill S. 4363, titled the “Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act of 2024,” aims to secure the rights of public employees in the U.S. to organize, bargain collectively, and engage in concerted activities. It establishes federal minimum standards for collective bargaining...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to make sure that people who work for the government, like teachers and firefighters, can join groups to talk together about their jobs and pay. It also says that these workers can't stop working if it would make important things, like safety services, not work properly.
S. 1405 — To provide for the exchange of certain Federal land and State land in the State of Utah.
January 09, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,055
S. 1405 aims to authorize the exchange of specific federal and state lands in Utah. The agreement, involving the Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration, the state, and the Secretary of the Interior, has been ratified by Congress and mandates the execution of...
Simple Explanation
In this bill, the government wants to swap some pieces of land with Utah to make sure these lands are used better in the future. They have some rules and checks to make sure everything is fair and in the best interest for everyone.
H. RES. 945 — Congratulating Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on the historic milestone of 113 years of serving local and international communities, maintaining a commitment to the betterment of mankind, and enriching the lives of collegiate men throughout the United States.
January 03, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:239
H. RES. 945 is a resolution passed by the House of Representatives to congratulate Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on its 113th anniversary. The fraternity is recognized for its long-standing commitment to serving both local and international communities, promoting the...
Simple Explanation
H. RES. 945 is a special note from the House of Representatives to say "Congratulations!" to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, a group that has been helping communities and students for 113 years. They're recognized for doing good things like working with hospitals and teaching kids to be leaders.
S. 3704 — To amend the Natural Gas Act to allow the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to approve or deny applications for the siting, construction, expansion, or operation of facilities to export or import natural gas, and for other purposes.
January 31, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:946
S. 3704, titled the “Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024,” proposes changes to the Natural Gas Act to grant the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) the exclusive authority to approve or deny applications for building and operating facilities, including LNG...
Simple Explanation
The "Unlocking Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2024" wants to let a group called FERC decide on their own if big gas facilities can be built to send or bring in natural gas. The President can still stop gas exchanges if there are safety or punishment reasons.
H. R. 3049 — To provide for the exchange of certain Federal land and State land in the State of Utah.
December 18, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:2,102
H.R. 3049 proposes the exchange of certain lands between the federal government and the State of Utah. It includes an agreement, ratified by Congress, that outlines the terms and conditions for swapping federal and state lands to benefit the public interest. The bill details the process of...
Simple Explanation
This bill is about swapping land between the government and Utah to make things better for everyone. It talks about how they will figure out the land's value and make sure people can see maps of the land too.
H. R. 8022 — To amend the Natural Gas Act to establish a deadline for the review of applications for natural gas export and import orders, and for other purposes.
April 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,004
H.R. 8022 seeks to amend the Natural Gas Act by setting a deadline for reviewing applications for the export and import of natural gas. It requires the Secretary of Energy to make a decision within 180 days, or they must report the reason for any delay to Congress. If the...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8022 is like a rule that says the person in charge has to decide faster if people can send or bring in natural gas. If they take too long, someone else gets to decide.
S. 4050 — To extend the deadline to commence construction of certain hydroelectric projects on the Red River.
March 21, 2024
Status:Considered and Passed Senate
Congress:118
Words:369
S. 4050 aims to extend the deadline for starting construction on certain hydroelectric projects located on the Red River. Specifically, it allows the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to grant a one-year extension for projects numbered P-12756 and P-13160, upon request....
Simple Explanation
S. 4050 is a bill that lets certain planned water power projects on the Red River have more time to start building. This means they can ask for one more year to begin, and if their permission to build ran out, they might get it back starting from when it first ended.

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