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S. RES. 781 — Supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.
July 30, 2024
Status:Agreed to Senate
Congress:118
Words:246
S. RES. 781 is a resolution from the Senate expressing support for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams as they participate in the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, France. It acknowledges the long-standing tradition of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements and honors Team...
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The U.S. Senate is cheering on American athletes as they get ready to compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, France, and they also say thanks to France for hosting the games. Plus, they look forward to being great hosts themselves when the Games come to Los Angeles in 2028.
H. RES. 1381 — Commemorating the past success of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams and supporting the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams in the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.
July 24, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:532
H. RES. 1381 is a resolution from the House of Representatives that celebrates the achievements of past United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams and shows support for Team USA at the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France. The resolution acknowledges the significant...
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The United States House of Representatives has made a special note to cheer for American athletes who have done great in the Olympics and Paralympics before and to support them as they compete in the 2024 Games in Paris. They also say thank you to the people of France for hosting the games and are excited to host the 2028 Los Angeles Games safely.
S. 1254 — To designate and expand wilderness areas in Olympic National Forest in the State of Washington, and to designate certain rivers in Olympic National Forest and Olympic National Park as wild and scenic rivers, and for other purposes.
June 18, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:4,839
S. 1254 aims to enhance and protect natural areas in the Olympic National Forest in Washington state. The bill proposes the designation and expansion of several wilderness areas, preserving over 126,000 acres of land. Additionally, it identifies segments of various rivers...
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S. 1254 is a plan to protect special forest and river areas in Washington state. It makes sure that big pieces of land and parts of rivers stay pretty and safe for everyone to enjoy, but it doesn't say how much it will cost to take care of them.
H. RES. 1610 — Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the LA84 Foundation and of the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California.
December 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:344
H. RES. 1610 marks the 40th anniversary of the LA84 Foundation and the 1984 Summer Olympic Games held in Los Angeles. The resolution highlights the significance of these Games as the first privately financed Olympics, which led to a financial surplus and the founding of the LA84 Foundation....
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In this bill, Congress is saying "happy 40th birthday" to the LA84 Foundation and remembering the 1984 Olympic Games that happened in Los Angeles, which helped a lot of kids play sports in Southern California. It’s like giving a big thumbs up for being awesome and helping the community with sports.
H. CON. RES. 114 — Expressing the sense of Congress that the International Olympic Committee should allow Taiwan to participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics under the national name, flag, and anthem of its own choosing.
June 18, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:228
H. CON. RES. 114 is a resolution expressing the view of Congress that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) should permit Taiwan to participate in the 2024 Summer Olympics using its own national name, flag, and anthem. The resolution highlights the unfair treatment of...
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Congress wants to tell the people in charge of the Olympics that Taiwan should be able to play in the 2024 games using their own name, flag, and song, just like any other country. Right now, they have to use a different name because of pressure from China, and Congress thinks that's not fair.
H. R. 9950 — To award 3 Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team, in recognition of their extraordinary achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympics where, being comprised of amateur collegiate players, they defeated the dominant Soviet hockey team in the historic Miracle on Ice, revitalizing American morale at the height of the Cold War, inspiring generations and transforming the sport of hockey in the United States.
October 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,523
H. R. 9950 proposes awarding three Congressional Gold Medals to the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team. This recognition honors their legendary victory over the Soviet Union, known as the "Miracle on Ice," which lifted American spirits during the Cold War and...
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H. R. 9950 wants to give special gold medals to the U.S. Men's Ice Hockey Team from 1980 to celebrate their big win against a strong team from another country. These medals will be shown in museums, and more of these medals made of bronze can be sold to help pay for them.
H. R. 9220 — To amend the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act of 2006 to modify the authority of the Office of National Drug Control Policy with respect to the World Anti-Doping Agency, and for other purposes.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,676
H.R. 9220 is proposed legislation that seeks to amend the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act of 2006. The bill aims to modify the authority of the Office of National Drug Control Policy with respect to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). It includes provisions for...
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The bill wants to change the rules about how the United States helps to run a big group that makes sure athletes don't use unfair drugs. It says the U.S. can stop giving money to this group if they don't play fair.
S. 4839 — To amend the Office of National Drug Control Policy Reauthorization Act of 2006 to modify the authority of the Office of National Drug Control Policy with respect to the World Anti-Doping Agency, and for other purposes.
July 30, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:1,684
The bill titled "Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act of 2024" seeks to amend a previous law to enhance the authority of the U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy concerning the World Anti-Doping Agency. It aims to ensure that the World Anti-Doping Agency has a fair...
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The bill is like a rule change that helps the U.S. group find out if the World Anti-Doping Agency is being fair and honest. If they don't think it is fair, they can choose not to pay for being part of the group until things improve.
H. R. 9742 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend certain expiring provisions of law, and for other purposes.
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September 20, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,766
H. R. 9742 aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code, focusing on extending various expiring provisions related to veterans' affairs. The bill includes extensions for healthcare services, memorial affairs, support for homeless veterans, and other authorities within the...
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H. R. 9742 is a bill that wants to keep helping veterans by giving them more time to get special healthcare and other support, but it's not always clear how the money will be used or if everyone will be treated equally.
H. R. 9712 — To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend certain expiring provisions of law, and for other purposes.
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September 19, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:2,795
H.R. 9712, also known as the "VA Extenders Act of 2024," aims to extend various expiring provisions related to veterans' affairs. This includes extending the authority for veterans' health care services like copayments, nursing home care, and complementary therapy programs until September 30,...
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H.R. 9712 is a bill that wants to keep some important help for veterans going, like making sure they have healthcare and homes, but it raises questions because it doesn't explain well whether this help is working or how the money is being used.
S. 4814 — To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide assistance for cities hosting international sporting events taking place in the United States, and for other purposes.
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July 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,180
S. 4814 aims to support cities in the United States that host international sporting events like the Olympics and World Cup by amending title 49 of the United States Code. The bill allows grants for transportation projects up to 100 miles from the event's location and offers...
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S. 4814 is a plan to help American cities when they host big sports events like the Olympics by giving them money, up to $50 million each year, to improve transportation around the event area so people can easily get around.
S. RES. 942 — Congratulating the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women’s soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women’s Soccer Championship.
December 21, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:298
S. RES. 942 is a resolution passed in the U.S. Senate to congratulate the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team for winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Championship. The resolution praises the team's exceptional performance, noting their...
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The U.S. Senate is saying a big "congratulations" to the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team because they did an amazing job and won a big soccer championship without losing any games. They're also giving a special "thank you" to everyone who helped the team, like the coaches, players, and fans.
H. RES. 1429 — Congratulating the Olympians and Paralympians of Michigan who competed in the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, France.
September 09, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:288
H. RES. 1429 is a resolution congratulating the Olympians and Paralympians from Michigan who participated in the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics held in Paris, France. The resolution acknowledges the dedication and achievements of these athletes and emphasizes their role in...
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H. RES. 1429 says "Great job" to athletes from Michigan who went to the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, cheering them on for working hard and showing how sports can bring people together and make the world a better place.
S. 3729 — To modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations.
February 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:379
S. 3729 aims to change the eligibility requirements for organizations that govern amateur sports in the United States. The bill introduces definitions for 'female,' 'male,' and 'sex' in the United States Code and specifies that individuals identified as male cannot...
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This bill wants to make sure that sports competitions are fair by only letting boys who are called boys at birth play in boys' games, and girls who are called girls at birth play in girls' games. It's trying to keep things fair for everyone by making new rules about who can play in which team.
H. R. 7187 — To modify eligibility requirements for amateur sports governing organizations.
February 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:447
H. R. 7187, named the “Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act,” seeks to change the eligibility rules for amateur sports organizations. The bill introduces specific definitions for "female," "male," and "sex" within Section 220501(b) of the United States Code....
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H. R. 7187 says that in some sports games for children, only kids who were born girls can play in events for girls, and kids who were born boys can't play in those girls' events.
H. R. 10326 — To amend title 36, United States Code, to reform certain proceedings before the United States Center for SafeSport.
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December 06, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:3,717
H. R. 10326, titled the "Safer Sports for Athletes Act of 2024," aims to reform processes within the United States Center for SafeSport regarding the prevention and resolution of abuse in sports. It proposes amendments to title 36, United States Code, to enhance training...
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H.R. 10326 is about making sports safer for athletes by improving how the United States Center for SafeSport teaches and handles problems related to abuse. It also involves giving money to make sure athletes are protected and means the Center has to be fair and tell Congress how it's doing.
H. R. 9372 — To take certain Federal land in the State of Washington into trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and for other purposes.
August 16, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:653
H.R. 9372 proposes taking specific federal land in Washington state and placing it in trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. The bill identifies approximately 1,082.63 acres of land to be declared part of the tribe's reservation, without valuation, appraisal, or...
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H.R. 9372 is a plan to give some special land in Washington state to a Native American group called the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, so they can take care of it, but they can't use it to build casinos.
S. 3842 — To posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali, in recognition of his contributions to the United States.
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February 29, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:2,050
The bill, S. 3842, aims to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal to Muhammad Ali in recognition of his significant contributions to the United States. It outlines Ali's achievements as a celebrated athlete, civil rights activist, and humanitarian, and highlights his...
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The bill wants to give a special gold medal to Muhammad Ali for being a great boxer and helping lots of people. To pay for the medal, they might sell copies made of bronze.
S. 5287 — To take certain Federal land in the State of Washington into trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and for other purposes.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:722
S. 5287 proposes to transfer approximately 1,082.63 acres of federal land in Washington state into trust for the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, making it part of their reservation. The land will not require valuation or appraisal under federal law and is intended to respect...
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S. 5287 is about giving over 1,000 acres of land in Washington to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe to live and work on, but the land can't be used for building casinos.
H. R. 6712 — To amend the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 to provide recovery payments to seasonal and perishable crop growers who experienced low prices caused by imports, and for other purposes.
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December 11, 2023
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:1,052
H.R. 6712 proposes changes to the Specialty Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004 to aid seasonal and perishable crop growers in the U.S. who face low prices due to imports. The bill introduces an insurance program that compensates growers when the market price of their crops falls below a...
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The bill wants to help farmers who grow fruits and veggies notice when prices drop because other countries send lots of the same plants to sell. If these farmers don't earn a lot of money overall and get most of their money from farming, they might get extra money from a special program to make up for the low prices.
H. RES. 1607 — Recognizing the significant global impact and legacy of Peter Westbrook in the sport of fencing in the United States and the work that he has done to improve the lives of underserved and vulnerable youth.
December 04, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:213
H. RES. 1607 honors Peter Westbrook for his achievements in the sport of fencing and his efforts to support young people from underserved communities. The resolution celebrates Westbrook as the first African-American man to win an Olympic fencing medal and recognizes the...
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This bill is like giving Peter Westbrook a big gold star for being a great fencer and helping kids. It says thank you to him for starting a special club where kids can learn fencing and important life lessons and have better chances at doing well in school and sports.
H. R. 9747 — An Act Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes.
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September 25, 2024
Status:Received in Senate
Congress:118
Words:10,643
H.R. 9747 is a bill that makes continuing appropriations and provides funding extensions for the fiscal year 2025. It ensures the federal government can continue operating by temporarily funding various agencies and projects at levels specified in prior appropriations laws. The bill also...
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The bill is like giving the government a piggy bank for 2025 so it can keep paying for important things, like helping people stay healthy and safe, but some people worry it might spend too much because there's no strict limit on how much it can use.
H. R. 9747 — Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes.
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September 23, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:10,702
H.R. 9747, known as the "Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025," provides temporary funding to keep the U.S. government operating into fiscal year 2025. The bill ensures that government programs and services continue at the previous year's levels until December 20, 2024, or until...
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H.R. 9747 is like a temporary money plan that helps the U.S. government keep running by spending the same amount of money as last year until December 20, 2024, while they decide the new plans. It also gives extra money to keep important things like health and security going smoothly.
H. R. 9747 — An Act Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes.
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September 25, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:10,664
H.R. 9747, known as the "Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025," is a bill that allows the U.S. government to continue funding for various federal departments and agencies at the same levels as the previous year through December 20, 2024, or until new...
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H.R. 9747 is a plan from the U.S. Congress that keeps the government running by using last year's money levels until December 20, 2024, making sure important things like defense and health still have money while they work on new plans.
H. R. 9747 — An Act Making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2025, and for other purposes.
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September 26, 2024
Status:Enrolled Bill
Congress:118
Words:10,655
H.R. 9747, titled the “Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025,” is a bill that ensures continued funding for various government projects and services for fiscal year 2025 by extending appropriations from the previous year. It allows for the continuity of federal operations by...
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The bill is like a giant piggy bank that helps keep the government running without stopping, by making sure there is enough money for important jobs like keeping people safe and taking care of veterans. But some parts of the bill are a bit like a mystery puzzle, because they don't explain clearly why certain people get money or how all the money is being used.
S. RES. 872 — Recognizing the life and the death of Daniel J. Evans, former Senator for the State of Washington.
September 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:188
S. RES. 872 is a resolution introduced in the Senate to honor and remember Daniel J. Evans, a former Senator from Washington State. The resolution recounts his life achievements, including his birth in Seattle, his military service in the Navy during World War II and the...
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S. RES. 872 is a special message from the Senate to share their sadness about Daniel J. Evans, who was an important leader from Washington. He did many great things for people, like serving in the Navy and helping as a governor and senator, and now they want to remember him by stopping everything for a little while to show how much they cared.
S. 4796 — Making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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July 25, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:54,832
The bill S. 4796 allocates funds for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, for the Departments of Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies. It covers various appropriations, including funding for transportation infrastructure, public housing...
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This bill is like a plan to use money to fix roads and help people find homes, but it needs to make sure the money is spent wisely and fairly. It’s a bit like setting rules for a big piggy bank to make sure everyone shares and no one cheats.
S. 4928 — Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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August 01, 2024
Status:Reported to Senate
Congress:118
Words:42,146
The bill S. 4928 allocates funds for financial services and general government initiatives in the United States for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It provides detailed budget allocations for various departments and agencies such as the Department of the Treasury,...
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The bill S. 4928 is like a big money plan for the U.S. government in 2025, giving out money to different parts of the government to do their jobs, like fixing computers and helping with taxes, but it has some rules about what they can spend the money on, like not using it for fancy changes to dollar bills or certain health things.
H. R. 8773 — Making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and for other purposes.
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June 17, 2024
Status:Reported in House
Congress:118
Words:49,483
H.R. 8773 is a bill making appropriations for financial services and the general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. This bill provides funding for various departments and agencies, including the Department of the Treasury, the Executive Office of the President, the...
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H.R. 8773 is a plan to give money to different parts of the government for jobs like keeping things safe online, helping with money rules, and making sure funds aren't used incorrectly, but some parts aren't very clear, which means the money might not always be used well.

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