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S. 3804 — To designate the area of Sumner Row between 16th Street Northwest and L Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as Alexei Navalny Way.
February 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in Senate
Congress:118
Words:777
S. 3804 proposes to rename the area of Sumner Row between 16th Street Northwest and L Street Northwest in Washington, D.C., as "Alexei Navalny Way." This naming aims to honor the late Russian political dissident Alexei Navalny, who was known for his efforts to promote...
Simple Explanation
The bill wants to rename a street in Washington, D.C., to "Alexei Navalny Way" to honor a person who tried to make Russia a fair place, even though it might upset Russia and cost money to change the street signs.
H. R. 8218 — To amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to require any individual who votes in a municipal election of the District of Columbia to be a United States citizen and to provide proof of citizenship.
May 01, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:523
H.R. 8218 proposes changes to the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to ensure that only United States citizens can vote in municipal elections in Washington, D.C. It requires individuals to show proof of citizenship before voting in local elections, which include elections...
Simple Explanation
The bill says that in Washington, D.C., only people who are citizens of the United States can vote for local leaders, like the Mayor, and they need to show proof they are citizens before they can vote.
H. R. 10043 — To provide for an extension of the legislative authority of the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to establish a commemorative work in the District of Columbia and its environs.
October 25, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:215
H. R. 10043 seeks to extend the time allowed for the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Foundation to build a commemorative site in Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas. The bill updates a previous law by changing how expiration and extension dates are...
Simple Explanation
H. R. 10043 lets a group have more time until November 3, 2032, to build a special place in Washington, D.C., to honor emergency medical helpers.
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. 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.
H. R. 8307 — To provide that the memorial to commemorate the sacrifice and service of the women who worked on the home front to support the efforts of the United States military during World War II may be located on the National Mall, and for other purposes.
May 08, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:511
H.R. 8307 proposes that a memorial dedicated to the women who supported the United States military efforts from the home front during World War II can be placed on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This bill highlights the significant contributions of over 18 million...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 8307 wants to make a special place on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to honor all the women who worked hard at home during World War II to help the soldiers. They did lots of important jobs like flying planes and fixing things!
H. R. 7521 — An Act To protect the national security of the United States from the threat posed by foreign adversary controlled applications, such as TikTok and any successor application or service and any other application or service developed or provided by ByteDance Ltd. or an entity under the control of ByteDance Ltd.
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March 13, 2024
Status:Engrossed in House
Congress:118
Words:2,329
H.R. 7521 aims to protect national security by prohibiting the distribution, maintenance, or updating of certain foreign-controlled apps, like TikTok, within the United States. The bill targets applications operated by ByteDance Ltd. or those under its control, and...
Simple Explanation
H.R. 7521 is a bill that wants to keep people in the United States safe by stopping certain apps like TikTok from being used if they are controlled by other countries, and it says companies might have to pay money if they don't follow the rules.
H. R. 7460 — To redesignate the area of Sumner Row on the 1100 block of 16th Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as Alexei Navalny Way, and for other purposes.
February 26, 2024
Status:Introduced in House
Congress:118
Words:712
H.R. 7460 proposes to rename a section of 16th Street Northwest in Washington, D.C., as "Alexei Navalny Way." This honorary designation is intended to symbolize support for those in Russia seeking democratic freedoms and opposing corruption. The bill highlights Alexei...
Simple Explanation
This bill wants to change the name of a part of a street in Washington, D.C., to "Alexei Navalny Way" to show support for Alexei Navalny and people in Russia fighting for fairness. It's like giving a special honor by changing a street name, but it might cost some money to change the signs.

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