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118S81
Viral Gain-of-Function Research Moratorium Act
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<p><strong>Viral Gain</strong><b>-</b><strong>of-Function Research Moratorium Act</strong></p> <p> This bill prohibits the award of federal research grants to institutions of higher education or research institutes that conduct gain-of-function research. <em>Gain-of-function research </em>refers to any research that (1) could confer attributes to influenza, MERS, or SARS viruses such that the virus would have enhanced pathogenicity or transmissibility in an organism; or (2) involves methods that could enhance potential pandemic pathogens or related risky research with potentially dangerous pathogens.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 81 Placed on Calendar Senate (PCS)] &lt;DOC&gt; Calendar No. 5 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 81 To provide a moratorium on all Federal research grants provided to any institution of higher education or other research institute that is conducting gain-of-function research. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Marshall (for himself, Mr. Paul, Ms. Ernst, Mr. Tuberville, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Braun, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Rubio, Mr. Cotton, and Mr. Wicker) introduced the following bill; which was read the first time January 26, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide a moratorium on all Federal research grants provided to any institution of higher education or other research institute that is conducting gain-of-function research. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Viral Gain-of-Function Research Moratorium Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON FEDERAL RESEARCH GRANTS FOR INSTITUTIONS AND RESEARCH INSTITUTES CONDUCTING GAIN-OF-FUNCTION RESEARCH. (a) Definition of Gain-of-Function Research.--In this section, the term ``gain-of-function research'' means any research that-- (1) could confer attributes to influenza, MERS, or SARS viruses such that the virus would have enhanced pathogenicity or transmissibility in any organism; or (2) involves methods that could enhance potential pandemic pathogens or related risky research with potentially dangerous pathogens. (b) Prohibition.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no research grants supported by Federal funds may be awarded to institutions of higher education, or other research institutes, that are conducting gain-of-function research. Calendar No. 5 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 81 _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide a moratorium on all Federal research grants provided to any institution of higher education or other research institute that is conducting gain-of-function research. _______________________________________________________________________ January 26, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar </pre></body></html>
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118S810
A bill to create requirements relating to memorials submitted pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.
[ [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "sponsor" ] ]
<p>This bill sets out requirements for documenting proposed amendments to the Constitution and rescissions of prior proposals that are submitted to Congress by state legislatures.</p> <p>Specifically, the Senate and the House of Representatives must (1) make the submissions available online in a searchable format that is organized by state of origin and year of submission; and (2) provide certain information about each submission, including whether the submission proposes a new amendment or rescinds a prior proposal and the citation for the submission in the Congressional Record.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 810 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 810 To create requirements relating to memorials submitted pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Braun introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To create requirements relating to memorials submitted pursuant to Article V of the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. TRANSPARENCY RELATING TO MEMORIALS SUBMITTED PURSUANT TO ARTICLE V OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES. (a) Definition.--In this Act, the term ``Article V Convention'' means a convention as described in Article V of the Constitution of the United States that is called by Congress on the application of the legislatures of \2/3\ of the several States for proposing amendments that shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the Constitution of the United States when ratified by the legislatures of \3/4\ of the several States, or by conventions in \3/4\ thereof, as one or the other mode of ratification may be proposed by Congress. (b) Transparency Requirements.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, with respect to any memorial purporting to be an application of the legislature of a State calling for an Article V Convention or a rescission of any such prior application by the legislature of a State that is presented under Rule VII of the Standing Rules of the Senate, or under clause 3 of Rule XII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, as applicable-- (1) if the memorial is presented in the Senate, the Secretary of the Senate shall-- (A) make each memorial publicly available in a searchable electronic format on a page of the official website of the Senate, organized by State of origin and year of receipt; (B) indicate whether the memorial was designated as an application or a rescission; and (C) provide the citation to the Congressional Record at which the application or rescission was recorded; and (2) if the memorial is presented in the House of Representatives, the Clerk of the House of Representatives shall-- (A) make each memorial publicly available in a searchable electronic format on a page of the official website of the House of Representatives, organized by State of origin and year of receipt; (B) indicate whether the memorial was designated as an application or a rescission; and (C) provide the citation to the Congressional Record at which the application or rescission was recorded. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S811
SEC Whistleblower Reform Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 811 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 811 To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to further enhance anti- retaliation protections for whistleblowers, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Ms. Warren, Ms. Collins, Mr. Warnock, and Ms. Cortez Masto) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to further enhance anti- retaliation protections for whistleblowers, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``SEC Whistleblower Reform Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTIONS FOR INTERNAL DISCLOSURES. (a) In General.--Section 21F of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(6)-- (A) by striking ``The term'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--The term''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Special rule.--Solely for the purposes of subsection (h)(1), the term `whistleblower' includes any individual who takes, or 2 or more individuals acting jointly who take, an action described in subsection (h)(1)(A), that the individual or 2 or more individuals reasonably believe relates to a violation of any law, rule, or regulation subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board, or a self-regulatory organization.''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ``or post-employment'' after ``of employment''; (ii) in clause (i), by inserting ``, in writing or orally if the oral report is documented,'' after ``to the Commission''; (iii) in clause (ii), by striking ``or'' at the end; (iv) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (v) by adding at the end the following: ``(iv) in providing information regarding any conduct that the whistleblower reasonably believes constitutes a violation of any law, rule, or regulation subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission to-- ``(I) a person with supervisory authority over the whistleblower at the employer of the whistleblower, if that employer is an entity registered with, or required to be registered with, or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of, the Commission, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, a self- regulatory organization, or a State securities commission or office performing like functions; or ``(II) another individual working for the employer described in subclause (I) who the whistleblower reasonably believes has the authority to-- ``(aa) investigate, discover, or terminate the misconduct; or ``(bb) take any other action to address the misconduct.''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(iv) Jury trial.--A person against which an action is brought under this subsection shall be entitled to a jury trial.''. (b) Applicability.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall apply to any claim involving a violation of section 21F(h)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6(h)(1)), including a claim in an enforcement action or proceeding brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission, that is-- (1) pending in any appropriate judicial or administrative forum, as of the date of enactment of this Act; or (2) filed after the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. PROMPT PAYMENT OF AWARDS. Section 21F(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Timely processing of claims.-- ``(A) Initial disposition.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Commission shall make an initial disposition with respect to a claim submitted by a whistleblower for an award under this section (referred to in this paragraph as an `award claim') not later than the later of-- ``(I) the date that is 1 year after the deadline established by the Commission, by rule, for the whistleblower to file the award claim; or ``(II) the date that is 1 year after the final resolution of all litigation, including any appeals, concerning the covered action or related action. ``(ii) Multiple actions.--If an award claim involves 1 or more related actions, the requirement under clause (i) shall apply with respect to the latest deadline with respect to the actions. ``(B) Exceptions.-- ``(i) Initial extension.--If the Director of the Division of Enforcement of the Commission (referred to in this paragraph as the `Director'), or the designee of the Director, determines that an award claim is sufficiently complex or involves more than 1 whistleblower, or if other good cause exists such that the Commission cannot reasonably satisfy the requirements under subparagraph (A), as determined by the Director or the designee, as applicable, the Director or the designee, after providing notice to the Chairman of the Commission (referred to in this paragraph as the `Chairman'), may extend the deadline with respect to the satisfaction of those requirements by not more than 180 days. ``(ii) Additional extensions.--If, after providing an extension under clause (i), the Director, or the designee of the Director, determines that good cause exists such that the Commission cannot reasonably satisfy the requirement under subparagraph (A), the Director or the designee of the Director, may extend the deadline described in clause (i) as needed for 1 or more additional successive 180- day periods only after providing notice to and receiving approval from the Commission. ``(iii) Notice to whistleblower required.-- If the Director, or the designee of the Director, exercises authority under clause (i) or (ii), the Director or the designee, as applicable, shall submit to the whistleblower who filed the award claim that is subject to that action by the Director or the designee a written notification of that action. ``(C) Applicability.--This paragraph shall apply only to an award claim that the Director of the designee of the Director determines is timely submitted under a deadline established by the Commission after the date of enactment of this paragraph.''. SEC. 4. NONENFORCEABILITY OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS. (a) In General.--Section 21F of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Nonenforceability of Certain Provisions Waiving Rights and Remedies or Requiring Arbitration.-- ``(1) Waiver of rights and remedies.--The rights and remedies provided in this section may not be waived by any agreement, policy form, or condition of employment, including by a predispute arbitration agreement. ``(2) Predispute arbitration agreement.--No predispute arbitration agreement shall be valid or enforceable if the agreement requires the arbitration of a dispute arising under this section.''. (b) Applicability.--Subsection (k) of section 21F of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6), as added by subsection (a), shall apply with respect to any action that is filed on or after, or that is pending as of, the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 5. RULEMAKING AUTHORITY. The Securities and Exchange Commission may issue any rules that are necessary or appropriate to carry out this Act consistent with the purposes of section 21F of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-6), as amended by this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S812
Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2023
[ [ "P000603", "Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001267", "Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 812 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 812 To strengthen employee cost savings suggestions programs within the Federal Government. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Paul (for himself and Mr. Bennet) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To strengthen employee cost savings suggestions programs within the Federal Government. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. COST SAVINGS ENHANCEMENTS. (a) In General.-- (1) Definitions.--Section 4511 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in the section heading, by striking ``Definition'' and inserting ``Definitions''; and (B) in subsection (a)-- (i) by striking ``this subchapter, the term'' and inserting the following: ``this subchapter-- ``(1) the term''; (ii) by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) the term `surplus salaries and expenses funds' means amounts made available for the salaries and expenses account, or equivalent account, of an agency-- ``(A) that are identified by an employee of the agency under section 4512(a) as unnecessary; ``(B) that the Inspector General of the agency or other agency employee designated under section 4512(b) determines are not required for the purpose for which the amounts were made available; ``(C) that the Chief Financial Officer of the agency determines are not required for the purpose for which the amounts were made available; and ``(D) the rescission of which would not be detrimental to the full execution of the purposes for which the amounts were made available.''. (2) Authority.--Section 4512 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in subsection (a)-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``or identification of surplus salaries and expenses funds'' after ``mismanagement''; (ii) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or identification'' after ``disclosure''; and (iii) in the matter following paragraph (2), by inserting ``or identification'' after ``disclosure''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(c)(1) The Inspector General of an agency or other agency employee designated under subsection (b) shall refer to the Chief Financial Officer of the agency any potential surplus salaries and expenses funds identified by an employee that the Inspector General or other agency employee determines meet the requirements under subparagraphs (B) and (D) of section 4511(a)(2), along with any recommendations of the Inspector General or other agency employee. ``(2)(A) If the Chief Financial Officer of the agency determines that potential surplus salaries and expenses funds referred under paragraph (1) meet the requirements under section 4511(a)(2), except as provided in subsection (d), the head of the agency shall transfer the amount of the surplus salaries and expenses funds from the applicable appropriations account to the general fund of the Treasury. ``(B) Any amounts transferred under subparagraph (A) shall be deposited in the Treasury and used for deficit reduction, except that in the case of a fiscal year for which there is no Federal budget deficit, such amounts shall be used to reduce the Federal debt (in such manner as the Secretary of the Treasury considers appropriate). ``(3) The Inspector General or other agency employee designated under subsection (b) for each agency and the Chief Financial Officer for each agency shall issue standards and definitions for purposes of making determinations relating to potential surplus salaries and expenses funds identified by an employee under this subsection. ``(d)(1) The head of an agency may retain not more than 10 percent of amounts to be transferred to the general fund of the Treasury under subsection (c)(2). ``(2) Amounts retained by the head of an agency under paragraph (1) may be-- ``(A) used for the purpose of paying a cash award under subsection (a) to 1 or more employees who identified the surplus salaries and expenses funds; and ``(B) to the extent amounts remain after paying cash awards under subsection (a), transferred or reprogrammed for use by the agency, in accordance with any limitation on such a transfer or reprogramming under any other provision of law. ``(e)(1) Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, the head of each agency shall submit to the Secretary of the Treasury a report identifying the total savings achieved during the previous fiscal year through disclosures of possible fraud, waste, or mismanagement and identifications of surplus salaries and expenses funds by an employee. ``(2) Not later than September 30 of each fiscal year, the head of each agency shall submit to the Secretary of the Treasury a report that, for the previous fiscal year-- ``(A) describes each disclosure of possible fraud, waste, or mismanagement or identification of potentially surplus salaries and expenses funds by an employee of the agency determined by the agency to have merit; and ``(B) provides the number and amount of cash awards paid by the agency under subsection (a). ``(3) The head of each agency shall include the information described in paragraphs (1) and (2) in each budget request of the agency submitted to the Office of Management and Budget as part of the preparation of the budget of the President submitted to Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31. ``(4) The Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and the Government Accountability Office an annual report on Federal cost saving and awards based on the reports submitted under paragraphs (1) and (2). ``(f) The Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall-- ``(1) ensure that the cash award program of each agency complies with this section; and ``(2) submit to Congress an annual certification indicating whether the cash award program of each agency complies with this section. ``(g) Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, and every 3 years thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the operation of the cost savings and awards program under this section, including any recommendations for legislative changes.''. (3) Technical and conforming amendment.--The table of sections for subchapter II of chapter 45 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 4511 and inserting the following: ``4511. Definitions and general provisions.''. (4) Sunset.--Effective 6 years after the date of enactment of this Act-- (A) section 4511 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (i) in the section heading, by striking ``Definitions'' and inserting ``Definition''; and (ii) in subsection (a)-- (I) in paragraph (1), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a period; (II) by striking ``this subchapter--'' and all that follows through ``the term `agency' means'' and inserting ``this subchapter, the term `agency' means''; and (III) by striking paragraph (2); (B) section 4512 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (i) in subsection (a)-- (I) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``or identification of surplus salaries and expenses funds''; (II) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or identification''; and (III) in the matter following paragraph (2), by striking ``or identification''; and (ii) by striking subsections (c) through (g); and (C) the table of sections for subchapter II of chapter 45 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 4511 and inserting the following: ``4511. Definition and general provisions.''. (b) Officers Eligible for Cash Awards.-- (1) In general.--Section 4509 of title 5, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``Sec. 4509. Prohibition of cash award to certain officers ``(a) Definition.--In this section, the term `agency'-- ``(1) has the meaning given that term under section 551(1); and ``(2) includes an entity described in section 4501(1). ``(b) Prohibition.--An officer may not receive a cash award under this subchapter if the officer-- ``(1) serves in a position at level I of the Executive Schedule; ``(2) is the head of an agency; or ``(3) is a commissioner, board member, or other voting member of an independent establishment.''. (2) Technical and conforming amendment.--The table of sections for subchapter I of chapter 45 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 4509 and inserting the following: ``4509. Prohibition of cash award to certain officers.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S813
Expanding Local Meat Processing Act of 2023
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<p><b>Expanding Local Meat Processing Act of 2023</b></p> <p>This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to revise its regulations to allow certain packers to hold an ownership interest in, finance, or participate in the management or operation of a market agency selling livestock on a commission basis. The bill applies to packers that have a cumulative slaughter capacity of (1) less than 2,000 animal per day or 700,000 animals per year with respect to cattle or sheep, and (2) less than 10,000 animals per day or 3 million animals per year with respect to hogs.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 813 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 813 To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to amend regulations to allow for certain packers to have an interest in market agencies, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Lujan (for himself and Ms. Ernst) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To direct the Secretary of Agriculture to amend regulations to allow for certain packers to have an interest in market agencies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Expanding Local Meat Processing Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. ALLOWED INTEREST OF CERTAIN PACKERS IN MARKET AGENCIES. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall revise section 201.67 of title 9, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act), to exempt the packers described in subsection (b) from the prohibition described in that section. (b) Packers Described.--A packer referred to in subsection (a) is a packer that-- (1) with respect to cattle or sheep, has a cumulative slaughter capacity of less than-- (A) 2,000 animals per day; or (B) 700,000 animals per year; and (2) with respect to hogs, has a cumulative slaughter capacity of less than-- (A) 10,000 animals per day; or (B) 3,000,000 animals per year. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S814
Romania Visa Waiver Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 814 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 814 To allow the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Romania as a program country under the visa waiver program. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Durbin (for himself and Mrs. Shaheen) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To allow the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Romania as a program country under the visa waiver program. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Romania Visa Waiver Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that the Government of Romania should-- (1) undertake all steps necessary to prepare Romania for participation in the visa waiver program under section 217 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1187) by developing a strategy to meet all criteria for the program; and (2) continue to advance robust efforts to eliminate trafficking in persons, including by prioritizing the recommendations outlined in the report of the Department of State entitled ``Trafficking in Persons Report'' issued in July 2022. SEC. 3. ELIGIBILITY OF ROMANIA FOR VISA WAIVER PROGRAM. Notwithstanding any provision of section 217 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1187), the Secretary of Homeland Security may designate Romania as a program country under the visa waiver program established by that section. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S815
Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023
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<p><STRONG>Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023</STRONG></p> <p>This bill provides for the award of a single Congressional Gold Medal in honor of the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, commonly known as the<em> Hello Girls</em>, in recognition of their military service, devotion to duty, and 60-year struggle for veterans' benefits and recognition as soldiers.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 815 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 815 To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the ``Hello Girls''. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Tester (for himself, Mr. Moran, Ms. Hassan, and Mrs. Blackburn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To award a Congressional Gold Medal to the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps, known as the ``Hello Girls''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war against Germany. As a historically neutral nation, the United States was unprepared to fight a technologically modern conflict overseas. The United States called upon American Telephone and Telegraph (referred to in this section as ``AT&T'') to provide equipment and trained personnel for the Army Signal Corps in France. AT&T executives in Army uniform served at home under the provisions of the Act entitled ``An Act for making further and more effectual provision for the national defense, and for other purposes.'', approved June 3, 1916 (referred to in this section as the ``National Defense Act of 1916''), which allowed for the induction of individuals with specialized skills into a reserve force. (2) When General John Pershing sailed for Europe in May of 1917 as head of the American Expeditionary Forces (referred to in this section as the ``AEF''), he took telephone operating equipment with him in recognition of the inadequacy of European circuitry and with the understanding that telephones would play a key role in battlefield communications for the first time in the history of war. (3) From May to November of 1917, the AEF struggled to develop the telephone service necessary for the Army to function under battlefield conditions. Monolingual infantrymen from the United States were unable to connect calls rapidly or communicate effectively with their French counterparts to put calls through over toll lines that linked one region of the country with another. The Army found that the average male operator required 60 seconds to make a connection. That rate was unacceptably slow, especially for operational calls between command outposts and the front lines. (4) During this time, in the United States, telephone operating was largely sex-segregated. Hired for their speed in connecting calls, women filled 85 percent of the telephone operating positions in the United States. It took the average female operator 10 seconds to make a connection. (5) On November 8, 1917, General Pershing cabled the War Department and wrote, ``On account of the great difficulty of obtaining properly qualified men, request organization and dispatch to France a force of women telephone operators all speaking French and English equally well.''. To begin, General Pershing requested 100 women under the command of a commissioned captain, writing that ``All should have allowances of Army nurses and should be uniformed.''. (6) The War Department sent press releases to newspapers across the United States to recruit women willing to serve for the duration of the war and face the hazards of submarine warfare and aerial bombardment. These articles emphasized that patriotic women would be ``full-fledged soldier[s] under the articles of war'' and would ``do as much to help win the war as the men in khaki who go `over the top.'''. All women selected would take the Army oath. (7) More than 7,600 women volunteered for the 100 positions described in paragraph (5) and the first recruits took the Army oath on January 15, 1918. (8) Like nurses and doctors at the time, female Signal Corps members had relative rather than traditional ranks and were ranked as Operator, Supervisor, or Chief Operator. When promoted, the women were required to swear the Army oath again. (9) Telephone operators were the first women to serve as soldiers in non-medical classifications and the job of the operators was to help win the war, not to mitigate the harms of the war. In popular parlance, they were known as the ``Hello Girls''. (10) Signal Corps Operators wore Army uniforms and Army insignia always, as well as standard-issue identity disks in case of death, and were subject to court martial for infractions of the military code. (11) Unbeknownst to the women operators and their immediate officers, the legal counsel of the Army ruled internally on March 20, 1918, that the women were not actually soldiers but contract employees, even though the women had not seen or signed any contracts. Military code allowed only for the induction of men, and the code remained unchanged despite the orders of General Pershing. Nevertheless, legal counsel also recognized that the National Defense Act of 1916, which allowed for the induction of members of the telephone industry of the United States into the Armed Forces, imposed no gender restrictions. (12) Four days later, on March 24, 1918, the first contingent of operators began their official duties in France. The operators arrived before most infantrymen of the Armed Forces in order to facilitate logistics and deployment and spent their first night in Paris under German bombardment. (13) After the arrival of the operators, telephone service in France improved immediately, as calls tripled from 13,000 to 36,000 per day. (14) The Army quickly recruited, trained, and deployed 5 additional contingents of female Signal Corps operators. With these personnel, the number of calls increased to 150,000 per day. (15) In addition to standard telephone operating, bilingual Signal Corps members provided simultaneous translation between officers from France and officers from the United States, who were communicating by telephone. (16) The AEF fought their first major battles in the last 2 months of the war. By that point, the Signal Corps considered the contributions of women to be so essential that, in telephone exchanges closest to the front line, the Army exclusively used women, in rotating 12-hour shifts. In the rear, the Army established rotating 8-hour shifts and gave male soldiers the overnight shift when telephone traffic was slower. (17) Seven bilingual operators-- (A) served at the Battles of St. Mihiel and Meuse- Argonne under the immediate command of General Pershing; (B) staffed the Operations Boards through which orders to advance, fire, and retreat were delivered to soldiers in the trenches, to artillery units on alert, and to pilots awaiting orders at French airfields; and (C) were awarded a ``Defensive Sector Clasp'' for the Meuse-Argonne operation. (18) The Chief Operator supervising the Hello Girls, Grace Banker of Passaic, New Jersey, was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. Out of 16,000 eligible Signal Corps officers, Banker was one of only 18 individuals so honored. (19) Thirty additional operators received special commendations, many signed by General Pershing himself, for ``exceptionally meritorious and conspicuous services'' in ``Advance Sections'' of the conflict. (20) The war ended on November 11, 1918. As of that date, 223 female operators served in France and had connected 26,000,000 calls for the AEF. (21) The Chief Signal Officer of the Army Signal Corps wrote in his official report 2 days after the date on which the war ended that ``a large part of the success of the communications of this Army is due to . . . a competent staff of women operators.''. (22) After the war ended, some women were ordered to Coblenz in Germany for the occupation of that country and to Paris for the Paris Peace Treaty of 1919 to continue telephone operations, sometimes in direct support of President Woodrow Wilson. (23) Two operators, Corah Bartlett and Inez Crittenden, died in France in the service of the United States and were buried there in military cemeteries with military ceremonies. Those operators died of the same influenza pandemic that killed more soldiers of the Armed Forces than combat operations. (24) Women of the Army Signal Corps were ineligible for discharge until formal release. Because of their role in logistics, those women were among the last soldiers to come home to the United States. The last Signal Corps operators returned from France in January of 1920. (25) Upon arrival in the United States, the Army informed female veterans that they had performed as civilians, not soldiers, even though operators had served in Army uniform in a theater of war surrounded by men who were similarly engaged. (26) Despite the objections of General George Squier, the top-ranking officer in the Signal Corps, the Army denied Signal Corps women the veterans' benefits granted to male soldiers and female nurses, such as-- (A) hospitalization for disabilities incurred in the line of duty; (B) cash bonuses; (C) soldiers' pensions; (D) flags on their coffins; and (E) the Victory Medals promised them in France. (27) For the next 60 years, female veterans, led by Merle Egan from Montana, petitioned Congress more than 50 times for their recognition. In 1977, under the sponsorship of Senator Barry Goldwater, Congress passed legislation to retroactively acknowledge the military service of the Women's Airforce Service Pilots (referred to in this section as ``WASPs'') of World War II and ``the service of any person in any other similarly situated group the members of which rendered service to the Armed Forces of the United States in a capacity considered civilian employment or contractual service at the time such service was rendered''. (28) On November 23, 1977, President Jimmy Carter signed the legislation described in paragraph (27) into law as the GI Bill Improvement Act of 1977 (Public Law 95-202; 91 Stat. 1433). (29) The Signal Corps telephone operators applied for, and were granted, status as veterans in 1979. (30) Only 33 of the operators who had returned home after the war were still alive to receive their Victory Medals and official discharge papers, which were finally awarded in 1979. (31) One of the women, Olive Shaw from Massachusetts, returned to the United States after the war, where she worked on the professional staff of Congresswoman Edith Nourse Rogers. Shaw lived to receive her honorable discharge and was the first burial when the Massachusetts National Cemetery opened on October 11, 1980. Shaw's uniform is on display at the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri. (32) Upon receipt of her honorable discharge at a ceremony in her home in Marine City, Michigan, ``Hello Girl'' Oleda Joure Christides raised the paper to her lips and kissed it. The only thing Christides ever wanted from the Federal Government was a flag on her coffin. (33) On July 1, 2009, President Barack Obama signed into law Public Law 111-40 (123 Stat. 1958), which awarded the WASPs the Congressional Gold Medal for their service to the United States. (34) For their role as pioneers who paved the way for all women in uniform, and for service that was essential to victory in World War I, the ``Hello Girls'' merit similar recognition. SEC. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Award Authorized.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the award, on behalf of Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design in honor of the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps (commonly known as the ``Hello Girls''), in recognition of those operators'-- (1) pioneering military service; (2) devotion to duty; and (3) 60-year struggle for-- (A) recognition as soldiers; and (B) veterans' benefits. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award described in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.-- (1) In general.--After the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution, where the medal shall be available for display, as appropriate, and made available for research. (2) Sense of congress.--It is the sense of Congress that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold medal received under paragraph (1) available elsewhere, particularly at-- (A) appropriate locations associated with-- (i) the Army Signal Corps; (ii) the Women in Military Service for America Memorial; (iii) the U.S. Army Women's Museum; and (iv) the National World War I Museum and Memorial; and (B) any other location determined appropriate by the Smithsonian Institution. SEC. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. Under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck under section 3 at a price sufficient to cover the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses. SEC. 5. NATIONAL MEDALS. (a) National Medals.--Medals struck under this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. (b) Numismatic Items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title 31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall be considered to be numismatic items. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S816
SOAR Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 816 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 816 To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee to make recommendations regarding continuous aircraft tracking and transmission of identity, altitude, and location data for high altitude balloons, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Kelly (for himself and Mr. Budd) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee to make recommendations regarding continuous aircraft tracking and transmission of identity, altitude, and location data for high altitude balloons, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Seeing Objects at Altitude Regularly Act'' or the ``SOAR Act''. SEC. 2. CONTINUOUS AIRCRAFT TRACKING AND TRANSMISSION FOR HIGH ALTITUDE BALLOONS. (a) Aviation Rulemaking Committee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Administrator shall establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee (in this section referred to as the ``Committee'') to review and develop findings and recommendations regarding a standard that any high altitude balloon be equipped with a system for continuous aircraft tracking that shall transmit, at a minimum, the altitude, location, and identity of the high altitude balloon in a manner which is accessible to air traffic controllers, aircraft, and other users of the National Airspace System. (2) Composition.--The Committee shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including the following: (A) Representatives of industry. (B) Aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of high altitude balloon operations. (C) Representatives of the Department of Defense. (D) Representatives of Federal agencies that conduct high altitude balloon operations. (3) Report.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Committee shall submit to the Administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations of the Committee described in paragraph (1). Such report shall include recommendations regarding the following: (A) How to update sections 91.215, 91.225, and 99.13 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, to require any high altitude balloons to have a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system. (B) Any necessary updates to the requirements for unmanned free balloons under subpart D of part 101 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations. (C) Any necessary updates to other Federal Aviation Administration regulations or requirements deemed appropriate and necessary by the Administrator to-- (i) ensure any high altitude balloon has a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system; (ii) ensure all data relating to the altitude, location, and identity of any high altitude balloon is made available to air traffic controllers, aircraft, and other users of the National Airspace System; and (iii) maintain airspace safety. (b) Rulemaking and Other Requirements.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Committee submits the report under subsection (a)(3), the Administrator shall-- (1) issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to require a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system for any high altitude balloon, in accordance with the recommendations of the Committee; and (2) coordinate with foreign authorities (including bilateral partners and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)) to develop continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system standards for any high altitude balloon operating outside of the National Airspace System. (c) Interim Standard.--During the period beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of this section and ending on the date on which the Administrator issues a notice of proposed rulemaking under subsection (b)(1), a person may only operate a high altitude balloon if such balloon meets the requirements described in section 91.215(b) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, notwithstanding the exemption provided in subsection (e)(1) of such section 91.215. (d) Reports to Congress.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this section, and every 6 months thereafter until the Administrator promulgates a final rule under subsection (b), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the status of the rulemaking and other requirements being developed under such subsection. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. (2) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; (B) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (C) the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and (D) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (3) High altitude balloon.--The term ``high altitude balloon'' means a manned or unmanned free balloon operating not less than 10,000 feet above sea level. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S817
SVB Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 817 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 817 To repeal title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Ms. Warren (for herself, Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Booker, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Markey, Mr. Sanders, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Heinrich, Mr. Menendez, Mr. Casey, Mr. Fetterman, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Welch, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Lujan, and Mr. Murphy) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To repeal title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Secure Viable Banking Act'' or the ``SVB Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORATION OF BANKING REGULATIONS. Title IV of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act (Public Law 115-174; 132 Stat. 1296) is repealed, and the provisions of law amended by that title are restored as if that title had not been enacted. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S818
MORE Savings Act
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<p><b>Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act or the MORE Savings Act</b></p> <p>This bill modifies coverage of opioid treatments and recovery support services under Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance.</p> <p>Specifically, the bill requires the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a model in which specified opioid treatments and recovery support services are provided under Medicare without cost-sharing (e.g., coinsurance, copayments, and deductibles). </p> <p>The bill also allows state Medicaid programs to cover recovery support services as part of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and increases the applicable Federal Medical Assistance Percentage for MAT.</p> <p>Additionally, beginning in 2025, private health insurers must cover specified opioid treatments and MAT-associated recovery support services without cost-sharing.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 818 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 818 To promote affordable access to evidence-based opioid treatments under the Medicare program and require coverage of medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders, opioid overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services by health plans without cost-sharing requirements. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Klobuchar, and Mr. Fetterman) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To promote affordable access to evidence-based opioid treatments under the Medicare program and require coverage of medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders, opioid overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services by health plans without cost-sharing requirements. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act'' or the ``MORE Savings Act''. SEC. 2. TESTING OF ELIMINATION OF MEDICARE COST-SHARING FOR EVIDENCE- BASED OPIOID TREATMENTS. Section 1115A(b)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1315a(b)(2)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), in the last sentence, by inserting ``, and shall include the model described in subparagraph (D) (which shall be implemented by not later than six months after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act)'' before the period at the end; and (2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Affordable access to evidence-based opioid treatments.-- ``(i) In general.--The model described in this subparagraph is a model that seeks to provide affordable access to evidence-based opioid treatments and community-based recovery support services by eliminating coinsurance, copayments, and deductibles otherwise applicable under parts B and D of title XVIII (including as such parts are applied under part C of such title) for the following items and services that are otherwise covered under such parts: ``(I) Drugs and biologicals prescribed or furnished to treat opioid use disorders or reverse overdose. ``(II) Behavioral health and community support services furnished for the treatment of opioid use disorders, including treatment of addiction in non-hospital residential facilities licensed to furnish such treatment. ``(III) Recovery support services to maintain a healthy lifestyle following opioid misuse treatment, such as peer counseling and transportation. ``(ii) Selection of sites.--The CMI shall select 15 States in which to conduct the model under this subparagraph. A State shall meet each of the following criteria in order to be selected under the preceding sentence: ``(I) The State has a high proportion of Medicare beneficiaries. ``(II) The State has a high rate of overdose deaths due to opioids. ``(III) The State has a significant percentage of rural areas. ``(iii) Termination and modification provision not applicable for first five years of the model.--The provisions of paragraph (3)(B) shall apply to the model under this subparagraph beginning on the date that is five years after such model is implemented, but shall not apply to such model prior to such date.''. SEC. 3. COVERAGE OF OPIOID TREATMENTS. (a) In General.--Title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 2719A (42 U.S.C. 300gg-19a) the following: ``SEC. 2720. COVERAGE OF OPIOID TREATMENTS. ``A group health plan and a health insurance issuer offering group or individual health insurance coverage shall, at a minimum, provide coverage for and shall not impose any cost-sharing requirements for-- ``(1) prescription drugs for the treatment of opioid use disorders or to reverse overdose; ``(2) behavioral health services for the treatment of opioid use disorders, including treatment of opioid use disorders in non-hospital residential facilities licensed to provide such treatment; or ``(3) community recovery support services that are provided in conjunction with, where appropriate, medication-assisted treatment for an opioid use disorder, such as peer counseling and transportation, to support the enrollee in maintaining a healthy lifestyle following opioid misuse treatment.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2025. SEC. 4. ENHANCED FEDERAL MATCH FOR MEDICATION-ASSISTED TREATMENT AND RECOVERY SUPPORT SERVICES UNDER MEDICAID. (a) In General.--Section 1905(b) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Notwithstanding the first sentence of this subsection, during the portion of the period described in subsection (a)(29) that begins on the date of enactment of this sentence, the Federal medical assistance percentage shall be 90 percent with respect to amounts expended during such portion of such period by a State that is one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia as medical assistance for medication-assisted treatment (as defined in subsection (ee)(1)).''. (b) State Option To Provide Recovery Support Services as Part of Medication-Assisted Treatment.--Section 1905(ee)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(ee)(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (2) in subparagraph (B), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) at the option of a State, includes recovery support services, such as peer counseling and transportation, that are provided to an individual in conjunction with the provision of such drugs and biological products to support the individual in maintaining a healthy lifestyle following opioid misuse treatment.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S819
Fairness for Immigrant Families Act
[ [ "C001113", "Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 819 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 819 To protect immigrant families, combat fraud, promote citizenship, and build community trust, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Ms. Cortez Masto introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To protect immigrant families, combat fraud, promote citizenship, and build community trust, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``Fairness for Immigrant Families Act''. (b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Findings. Sec. 3. Definitions. TITLE I--PROTECTING IMMIGRANT FAMILIES Subtitle A--Expansion of Admissibility Sec. 101. Promoting family unity. Sec. 102. Extension of the application period for certain aliens present in the United States for adjustment of status. Subtitle B--Relief From Removal Sec. 111. Individuals previously removed. Sec. 112. Expansion of cancellation of removal. Sec. 113. Prohibition on removal of aliens with pending applications. Sec. 114. Motions to reopen in cases involving fraud, negligence, misrepresentation, extortion, and unauthorized practice of law. Subtitle C--Provisions Relating to Removal of Parents of United States Citizens Sec. 121. Review of and reporting on removal of parents of United States citizens. Sec. 122. Report on enforcement actions against parents of United States citizens and DACA recipients. Sec. 123. Report on United States citizens detained or deported. Sec. 124. Protections for United States citizen children abroad. TITLE II--COMBATING FRAUD AND PROMOTING CITIZENSHIP Sec. 201. Combating immigration services fraud. Sec. 202. Requirements for immigration consultants. Sec. 203. Fee and backlog transparency. Sec. 204. National Office for New Americans. TITLE III--BUILDING COMMUNITY TRUST Sec. 301. Protecting aliens who are victims of or witnesses to crimes or are defending civil rights. Sec. 302. Semiannual report on certain enforcement actions. Sec. 303. Rule of construction. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) Immigration plays a defining role in the identity of the United States. Families throughout the United States have roots in the immigration experience of earlier generations of immigrants who came to the United States seeking better opportunities, safety from persecution, and ultimately, a chance at the American dream. (2) While the ancestors of some families arrived centuries ago, other families are continuing that tradition today. Approximately 38,000,000 second-generation Americans are living in the United States. As of 2020, 17,800,000 children in the United States, or 26 percent, lived with 1 or more immigrant parents. Just over 1 in 4 residents of the United States is an immigrant or the child of immigrants. As of 2020, immigrants account for 13.7 percent of the United States population. (3) In the United States-- (A) 16,700,000 individuals live in a household with 1 or more family members who are not authorized to be in the United States; (B) 5,900,000 United States citizen children live in a household with 1 or more family members who are not authorized to be in the United States; and (C) 8,000,000 United States citizens live in a household with 1 or more family members who are not authorized to be in the United States. (4) Children of immigrants are the future workers, leaders, voters, parents, and taxpayers of the United States and are critical to the health and well-being of the United States. (5) Second-generation Americans closely reflect or exceed the national average household income, homeownership rate, and college graduation rate. (6) In their pursuit of the American dream, generations of immigrant families have contributed to their communities in the United States and will continue to do so, including as essential workers who keep the United States running at great risk to themselves and their families. (7) Immigrants play a critical role in the United States economy, and providing a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants is a necessary part of maintaining the economic strength of the United States. (8) Immigrant entrepreneurs account for almost 30 percent of all new entrepreneurs in the United States, and immigrants are almost twice as likely as the United States-born population to become entrepreneurs. (9) Undocumented immigrants contribute over $11,000,000,000 in State and local taxes each year. (10) Removing undocumented residents from mixed-status households cuts the median income of such households by 47 percent. (11) Removing all undocumented workers from the workforce would reduce cumulative gross domestic product over 10 years by $4,700,000,000,000. (12) Approximately 1,200,000 mortgages are held by households with 1 or more undocumented individuals. (13) Indiscriminate immigration enforcement and the threat of immigration enforcement negatively impact the health, development, and well-being of children at risk of separation from a loved one due to detention or removal from the United States. Neurobiological research demonstrates the acute and lasting trauma that family separation, and the threat of separation, causes in children, such as changes in the architecture of the brain and increased likelihood to experience emotional and behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and suicidal ideation. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) In general.--Except as otherwise specifically provided, any term used in this Act that is used in the immigration laws shall have the meaning given the term in the immigration laws. (2) DACA recipient.--The term ``DACA recipient'' means an alien who has been granted deferred action pursuant to the memorandum of the Department of Homeland Security entitled ``Exercising Prosecutorial Discretion with Respect to Individuals Who Came to the United States as Children'' issued on June 15, 2012. (3) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)). TITLE I--PROTECTING IMMIGRANT FAMILIES Subtitle A--Expansion of Admissibility SEC. 101. PROMOTING FAMILY UNITY. (a) Elimination of 3-Year and 10-Year Bars and Modification of Permanent Bar.--Section 212(a)(9) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)(9)) is amended-- (1) by striking subparagraph (B); (2) by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (B); and (3) in subparagraph (B), as so redesignated-- (A) by amending clause (i) to read as follows: ``(i) In general.--Any alien who knows he or she has received a final order of removal under section 240, and who enters or attempts to reenter the United States without being admitted, is inadmissible.''; (B) by amending clause (ii) to read as follows: ``(ii) Exceptions.-- ``(I) Consent to reapplication for admission.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien seeking admission on a date that is more than 3 years after the date on which the alien last departed the United States if the Secretary of Homeland Security has consented to a reapplication for admission by the alien. ``(II) Minors.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien who is under 21 years of age. ``(III) Asylees.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien who has a bona fide application for asylum pending under section 208 or a bona fide application for withholding of removal under section 241(b)(3). ``(IV) Family unity.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien who is a beneficiary of family unity protection pursuant to section 301 of the Immigration Act of 1990 (8 U.S.C. 1255a note). ``(V) Victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien who demonstrates that 1 or more severe forms of trafficking in persons (as defined in section 103 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7102)) was a central reason for the unlawful presence of the alien in the United States. ``(VI) Aliens who entered as children.--Clause (i) shall not apply to an alien who-- ``(aa) is the beneficiary of an approved petition under section 101(a)(15)(H); ``(bb)(AA) is in school, has graduated from high school, has obtained a general education development certificate recognized under State law or a high school equivalency diploma; or ``(BB) is serving in the armed forces (as defined in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code) or is an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces; and ``(cc) had not yet reached the age of 16 years on the date on which the alien initially entered the United States.''; and (C) in clause (iii)-- (i) by redesignating subclauses (I) and (II) as items (aa) and (bb), respectively, and moving such items, as redesignated, 2 ems to the right; (ii) by striking the clause designation and heading and all that follows through ``Security'' and insert the following: ``(iii) Waivers.-- ``(I) VAWA self-petitioners.--The Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security, as applicable,''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following: ``(II) Extreme hardship.--The Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security may, in the discretion of the Attorney General or the Secretary, waive clause (i) in the case of an alien who is the parent, spouse, or son or daughter of a United States citizen or of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence if it is established to the satisfaction of the Attorney General or the Secretary that a denial of admission to the alien would result in extreme hardship to the United States citizen or lawfully admitted permanent resident son or daughter, spouse, or parent of the alien.''. (b) Misrepresentation of Citizenship.--The Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 212 (8 U.S.C. 1182)-- (A) in subsection (a)(6)(C)-- (i) by amending clause (ii) to read as follows: ``(ii) Misrepresentation of citizenship.-- ``(I) In general.--Any alien who knowingly and willfully misrepresents, or has knowingly and willfully misrepresented, himself or herself to be a citizen of the United States for any purpose or benefit under this Act (including section 274A) or any Federal or State law is inadmissible. ``(II) Exception.--In the case of an alien who was under the age of 21 years at the time of making a misrepresentation described in subclause (I), the alien shall not be considered to be inadmissible under any provision of this subsection based on such misrepresentation.''; and (ii) in clause (iii), by striking ``of clause (i)''; and (B) by amending subsection (i)(1) to read as follows: ``(i)(1) The Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security may, in the discretion of the Attorney General or the Secretary, waive the application of subsection (a)(6)(C) in the case of an alien who is the parent, spouse, or son or daughter of a United States citizen or of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence and in the case of an alien who is an alien granted classification under clause (iii) or (iv) of section 204(a)(1)(A), if it is established to the satisfaction of the Attorney General or the Secretary that the admission to the United States of such alien would not be contrary to the national welfare, safety, or security of the United States.''; and (2) by amending section 237(a)(3)(D) (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)(3)(D)) to read as follows: ``(D) Misrepresentation of citizenship.-- ``(i) In general.--Any alien who knowingly and willfully misrepresents, or has knowingly and willfully misrepresented, himself or herself to be a citizen of the United States for any purpose or benefit under this Act (including section 274A) or any Federal or State law is deportable. ``(ii) Exception.--In the case of an alien who was under the age of 21 years at the time of making a misrepresentation described in clause (i), the alien shall not be considered to be deportable under any provision of this subsection based on such misrepresentation.''. (c) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 214(q) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1184(q)) is amended-- (A) by striking paragraph (2); (B) in paragraph (3)(C), by striking ``paragraphs (6)(A), (7), and (9)(B)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (6)(A) and (7)''; and (C) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2). (2) Section 245(h)(2)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1255(h)(2)(A)) is amended by striking ``(7)(A), and (9)(B)'' and inserting ``and (7)(A)''. (3) Section 248(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1258(a)) is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``and who is not inadmissible under section 212(a)(9)(B)(i)'' and all that follows through ``section 212(a)(9)(B)(v))''. SEC. 102. EXTENSION OF THE APPLICATION PERIOD FOR CERTAIN ALIENS PRESENT IN THE UNITED STATES FOR ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. Section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1255(i)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), in the undesignated matter following clause (ii), by striking the semicolon and inserting ``; and''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``April 30, 2001'' and inserting ``the date that is not later than 5 years after the date of the enactment of the Fairness for Immigrant Families Act''; and (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a period; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C); and (2) by amending paragraph (3)(B) to read as follows: ``(B) Any remaining portion of such fees remitted under such paragraphs shall be deposited into the Immigration Examinations Fee Account established under section 286(m).''. Subtitle B--Relief From Removal SEC. 111. INDIVIDUALS PREVIOUSLY REMOVED. (a) Discretionary Reinstatement of Removal Orders.--Section 241(a)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1231(a)(5)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``If the Attorney General'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), if the Secretary of Homeland Security''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Exceptions.-- ``(i) In general.--Subparagraph (A) shall not apply to an alien-- ``(I) who has not attained the age of 21 years on the date on which the alien reenters the United States; or ``(II) the reinstatement of the prior order of removal of whom-- ``(aa) is not in the public interest; ``(bb) would result in hardship to the United States citizen or lawful permanent resident parent, spouse, or child of the alien; or ``(cc) would prevent consideration of an application for asylum that has not been previously adjudicated. ``(ii) Rule of construction.--For purposes of this paragraph, family separation shall be considered-- ``(I) not in the public interest; and ``(II) a hardship.''. (b) Motions To Reopen and Reconsider.--Section 240(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229a(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(8) Special rule for relatives of united states citizens.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (6) and subparagraphs (A) and (C) of paragraph (7)-- ``(i) an alien described in subparagraph (B) may file a motion to reconsider under paragraph (6) or a motion to reopen under paragraph (7) at any time and without numerical limitation; and ``(ii) the Attorney General shall consider any such motion. ``(B) Alien described.--An alien described in this subparagraph is an alien who is-- ``(i) outside the United States after having been excluded, deported, or removed from, or ordered to voluntarily depart, the United States on or after January 20, 2017; and ``(ii) the spouse, child, or parent of a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ``(C) Treatment of physical presence.--For purposes of any physical presence or continuous residence requirement for relief under the immigration laws, with respect to an alien described in subparagraph (B), a period outside the United States after having been excluded, deported, or removed from, or ordered to voluntarily depart the United States on or after January 20, 2017, shall not be considered to toll or break the alien's physical presence or continuous residence in the United States.''. SEC. 112. EXPANSION OF CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL. (a) In General.--Section 240A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229b) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``10'' and inserting ``7''; and (ii) by amending subparagraph (D) to read as follows: ``(D) establishes that removal would result in extreme hardship to-- ``(i) the alien; or ``(ii) the alien's spouse, parent, or child who is a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence.''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(7) Waiver of extreme hardship.--The Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security may, in the discretion of the Attorney General or the Secretary, waive the application of subsection (b)(1)(D) in the case of an alien who is the parent, spouse, or son or daughter of a United States citizen or of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence and in the case of an alien who is an alien granted classification under clause (iii) or (iv) of section 204(a)(1)(A), if it is established to the satisfaction of the Attorney General or the Secretary that the admission to the United States of such alien would not be contrary to the national welfare, safety, or security of the United States. ``(8) Affirmative application process.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may cancel the removal of, and adjust to the status of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, an alien described in paragraph (1) or (2), who-- ``(i) demonstrates that the alien is the spouse, parent, son or daughter, or legal guardian of a citizen of the United States; and ``(ii) submits to the Secretary of Homeland Security an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may reasonably require. ``(B) Numerical limitations.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an alien admitted to the United States under this section shall not be subject to any numerical limitation.''; and (2) by striking subsection (e). (b) Regulations.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall promulgate regulations setting forth procedures and requirements with respect to the processing and adjudication of affirmative applications for cancellation of removal under paragraph (7) of section 240A(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229b(b)), as added by subsection (a)(1)(B). SEC. 113. PROHIBITION ON REMOVAL OF ALIENS WITH PENDING APPLICATIONS. (a) In General.--Section 235 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225) is amended-- (1) in the section heading, by inserting ``; prohibition on removal'' after ``hearing''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Prohibition on Removal of Aliens With Certain Pending Petitions and Applications.-- ``(1) Beneficiaries of petitions for immigrant visas.--An alien who is the beneficiary (including a spouse or child of the principal alien, if eligible to receive a visa under section 203(d)) of a petition for classification under section 204 that was filed with the Secretary of Homeland Security and who is prima facie eligible for approval may not be removed while such petition or application is pending or a decision on such petition or application is on appeal. ``(2) Applicants for certain nonimmigrant and special immigrant classifications and cancellation of removal.--An applicant for classification as a nonimmigrant described in subparagraph (T), (U), or (V) of section 101(a)(15), an applicant for classification as a special immigrant under section 101(a)(27)(J), or an applicant for cancellation of removal under section 240A may not be removed while such application is pending or a decision on such application is on appeal.''. (b) Conforming Amendment.--The table of contents at the beginning of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) is amended by striking the item relating to section 235 and inserting the following: ``Sec. 235. Inspection by immigration officers; expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens; referral for hearing; prohibition on removal.''. SEC. 114. MOTIONS TO REOPEN IN CASES INVOLVING FRAUD, NEGLIGENCE, MISREPRESENTATION, EXTORTION, AND UNAUTHORIZED PRACTICE OF LAW. Section 240(c)(7)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229a(c)(7)(C)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(v) Fraud, negligence, misrepresentation, or extortion by, or attempted, promised, or actual practice of law without authorization on the part of a representative.--Notwithstanding subparagraph (A) and clause (i), an alien may file a motion to reopen at any time to apply for relief due to fraud, negligence, misrepresentation, or extortion by, or attempted, promised, or actual practice of law without authorization on the part of, a representative described in subsection (a) or (b) of section 1292.1 of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations, or a person who claimed to be such a representative if the alien establishes by a preponderance of the evidence such fraud, negligence, misrepresentation, or extortion by, or attempted, promised, or actual practice of law without authorization on the part of, such a representative or person.''. Subtitle C--Provisions Relating to Removal of Parents of United States Citizens SEC. 121. REVIEW OF AND REPORTING ON REMOVAL OF PARENTS OF UNITED STATES CITIZENS. (a) In General.--Before the removal from the United States of an alien parent or legal guardian of a child under the age of 21 years who is a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (referred to in this section as the ``Director'') shall review and approve the removal of such alien. (b) Quarterly Report.--Not less frequently than quarterly, the Director shall submit to Congress a report on each review conducted under subsection (a) during the preceding quarter that describes the result of the review. (c) Nondelegation.--The Director may not delegate the responsibilities under this section. SEC. 122. REPORT ON ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS AGAINST PARENTS OF UNITED STATES CITIZENS AND DACA RECIPIENTS. With respect to alien parents of children who are citizens of the United States, aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or DACA recipients-- (1) not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit to Congress a report on the number of such aliens removed from the United States during the period beginning on January 20, 2017, and ending on January 20, 2021; and (2) not less frequently than quarterly, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit to Congress, for the preceding quarter, a report on-- (A) the number of such aliens arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection; (B) the number of such aliens detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection; (C) the number of such aliens for whom U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has obtained an order of removal; (D) the number of such aliens removed from the United States and the countries to which such aliens were removed; and (E) the number of such aliens processed through partnership programs with local law enforcement, including-- (i) the Secure Communities immigration enforcement program operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; (ii) a written agreement under section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357(g)); and (iii) detainers placed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. SEC. 123. REPORT ON UNITED STATES CITIZENS DETAINED OR DEPORTED. (a) Initial Report.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit to Congress a report on the number of United States citizens detained or removed from the United States during the period beginning on January 20, 2017, and ending on January 20, 2021. (b) Quarterly Report.--Not less frequently than quarterly, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit to Congress a report on any United States citizen detained or removed from the United States during the preceding quarter, including a description of the actions taken by the Secretary in response to each such detention or removal. SEC. 124. PROTECTIONS FOR UNITED STATES CITIZEN CHILDREN ABROAD. (a) Report on United States Citizen Children Accompanying Removed Parents.-- (1) In general.--Not less frequently than semiannually, the Secretary of State, with the cooperation of the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall submit to Congress a report on known citizens of the United States under the age of 18 years who leave the United States to accompany an alien parent or legal guardian who has been removed from the United States. (2) Elements.--Each report required by paragraph (1) shall include, for the preceding reporting period-- (A) the number of such citizens of the United States; and (B) for each such citizen of the United States-- (i) his or her current age; (ii) the age at which he or she departed the United States; (iii) his or her country of residence; (iv) an assessment whether-- (I) either parent was deported or removed from the United States; (II) either parent remains in the United States; and (III) he or she was in foster care in the United States at any time; and (v) an identification of any pending custody case in the United States with respect to such citizen, as applicable. (3) Cooperation of secretary of homeland security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide to the Secretary of State any data of the Department of Homeland Security that the Secretary of State may require to prepare the report under this subsection. (b) Directorate of Community Outreach.--There is established within the Department of State a directorate for the purpose of conducting outreach to citizens of the United States under the age of 18 years who have left the United States to accompany an alien family member who has been removed from the United States. TITLE II--COMBATING FRAUD AND PROMOTING CITIZENSHIP SEC. 201. COMBATING IMMIGRATION SERVICES FRAUD. (a) Schemes To Provide Fraudulent Immigration Services.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 47 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 1041. Schemes to provide fraudulent immigration services ``(a) In General.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful to knowingly or recklessly execute a scheme or artifice, in connection with any matter that is authorized by or arises under any Federal immigration law or any matter the offender claims or represents is authorized by or arises under any Federal immigration law, to-- ``(A) defraud any person; or ``(B) obtain or receive money or anything else of value from any person by means of false or fraudulent pretenses, representations, or promises. ``(2) Penalty.--Any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined under this title, imprisoned for not more than 10 years, or both. ``(b) Misrepresentation.-- ``(1) Offense.--It shall be unlawful for a person to knowingly and falsely represent that such person is an attorney or an accredited representative (as that term is defined in section 1292.1 of title 8, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation)) in any matter arising under any Federal immigration law. ``(2) Penalty.--Any person who violates paragraph (1) shall be fined under this title, imprisoned for not more than 15 years, or both. ``(c) Reimbursement.--Any person convicted of an offense under this section shall fully reimburse the client for any services that person fraudulently provided.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 47 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1040 the following: ``1041. Schemes to provide fraudulent immigration services.''. (b) Local Immigration Consumer Fraud Information Hotlines and Assistance Websites.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART PP--IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD HOTLINES AND WEBSITES ``SEC. 3061. IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD HOTLINES AND WEBSITES. ``(a) Grant Authorization.--The Attorney General shall make grants to States, units of local government, or any combination thereof, in partnership with stakeholders, service providers, and nonprofit organizations. ``(b) Mandatory Grant Uses.--Grant funds awarded under this section shall be expended for each of the following purposes: ``(1) Immigration consumer fraud information websites.--To provide for the establishment and operation of an immigration consumer fraud information and assistance website, which shall be a highly secure internet website that provides information and assistance to victims of immigration consumer fraud. In establishing and operating the immigration consumer fraud and assistance website, the grantee shall-- ``(A) use grant funds for startup and operation costs associated with establishing and operating the website; ``(B) use a name or acronym as part of its web address that identifies the website with the geographic locality receiving the grant under subsection (a); ``(C) provide accurate information that describes the services available to immigration consumer fraud victims, including free or low-cost legal assistance; ``(D) clearly include, in all pages of the website, that the information presented is for reference purposes only and does not constitute as legal advice; and ``(E) must provide translation of website content, in languages that are consistent with the criteria outlined in subsection (d)(2)(E)(i), either with a web page interface, or mirrored pages. ``(2) Immigration consumer fraud hotlines.--To establish or expand an immigration consumer fraud hotline to provide information and assistance to victims of immigration consumer fraud. In addition, grantees may, in operating with the hotline, work in conjunction with other local programs and activities that serve victims of immigration consumer fraud. In establishing and operating the hotline, the entity shall-- ``(A) contract with a carrier for the use of a toll-free telephone line; ``(B) employ, train and supervise personnel to answer incoming calls and provide assistance and referral services to callers on a 24-hour-a-day basis; ``(C) assemble and maintain a current database of information relating to services for victims of immigration consumer fraud to which callers throughout the United States may be referred; and ``(D) be prohibited from asking hotline callers about their citizenship status. ``(c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this Act shall require a grantee receiving funds under this Act to comply with a request lawfully made by the Department of Homeland Security under section 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1226 and 1357) to comply with a detainer for, or notify about the use of services provided under this Act by an individual. ``(d) Application.--The Attorney General may approve an application for a grant under this section only if such application-- ``(1) contains such agreements, assurances, and information, is in such form, and is submitted in such manner, as the Attorney General shall by rule require; ``(2) in the case of an application for a grant to carry out activities described in subsection (b)(2), includes a complete description of the applicant's plan for the operation of an immigration consumer fraud hotline, including descriptions of-- ``(A) the training program for hotline personnel, including technology training to ensure that all persons affiliated with the hotline are able to effectively operate any technological systems used by the hotline; ``(B) the hiring criteria for hotline personnel; ``(C) the methods for the creation, maintenance, and updating of a resource database; ``(D) a plan for publicizing the availability of the hotline; ``(E) a plan for providing service to non-English speaking callers that-- ``(i) is based on data from the Bureau of the Census and be consistent with the local area demographics where the immigration consumer fraud hotline will operate such plan and outline which languages are most prevalent and commonly requested for translation services; or ``(ii) is based on qualitative and quantitative observation from community service providers offering immigration-related services; and ``(F) a plan for facilitating access to the hotline by persons with hearing impairments; and ``(3) in the case of an application for a grant to carry out activities described in subsection (b)(1)-- ``(A) include a complete description of the applicant's plan for the development, operation, maintenance, and updating of information and resources of the immigration consumer fraud information and assistance website; ``(B) include a certification that the applicant will implement a high level security system to ensure the confidentiality of the website, taking into consideration the safety of immigration consumer fraud victims; ``(C) include an assurance that, after the third year of the website project, the recipient of the grant will develop a plan to secure other public or private funding resources to ensure the continued operation and maintenance of the website; and ``(D) demonstrate that the applicant has recognized expertise in the area of immigration consumer fraud and a record of high quality service to victims of immigration consumer fraud, including a demonstration of support from advocacy groups. ``(e) Renewal of Grants.--A grant made under this section may be renewed, without limitations on the duration of such renewal, to provide additional funds, if the Attorney General determines that the funds made available to the recipient were used in a manner required under an approved application and if the recipient can demonstrate significant progress in achieving the objectives of the initial application. ``(f) No Cost Extensions.--Notwithstanding subsection (e), the Attorney General may extend a grant period, without limitations as to the duration of such extension, to provide additional time to complete the objectives of the initial grant award. ``(g) Authorization of Appropriations.-- ``(1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $15,000,000 for fiscal year 2024 and each succeeding fiscal year. ``(2) Websites.--Of the amounts appropriated to carry out this section, not less than 20 percent shall be used for purposes of carrying out activities under subsection (b)(1). ``(3) Availability.--Funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may remain available until expended. ``(h) Prohibition of Data Sharing for Immigration Enforcement Purposes.-- ``(1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373), an entity receiving a grant under this section may not disclose or use personally identifiable information provided by individuals using a website or a hotline under subsection (b), for the purposes of enforcing the immigration laws. ``(2) Referrals prohibited.--An entity receiving a grant under this section may not refer any individual participating in any program funded under this section to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(3) Personally identifiable information defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `personally identifiable information' means any information about an individual elicited, collected, stored, or maintained by an entity receiving a grant under this section, including-- ``(A) any information that can be used to distinguish or trace the identity of an individual, such as a name, residential address, a social security number, a date and place of birth, or a parent's maiden name; and ``(B) any other information that is linked or linkable to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment information. ``SEC. 3062. REPORT. ``A State or unit of local government that receives funds under this part during a fiscal year shall submit to the Attorney General a description and an evaluation report on a date specified by the Attorney General regarding the effectiveness of the programs carried out with a grant under this part.''. (c) Grants to States and Local Jurisdictions To Promote Outreach Campaigns Against Immigration Consumer Fraud.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.), as amended by subsection (b), is amended by inserting after part PP the following: ``PART QQ--GRANTS TO STATES AND LOCAL JURISDICTIONS TO PROMOTE OUTREACH CAMPAIGNS AGAINST IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD ``SEC. 3071. GRANTS TO STATES AND LOCAL JURISDICTIONS TO PROMOTE OUTREACH CAMPAIGNS AGAINST IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD. ``(a) Grant Authorization.-- ``(1) In general.--The Attorney General shall make grants to States, units of local government, or any combination thereof, in partnership with stakeholders, service providers, and nonprofit organizations. ``(2) Purpose.--The purpose of grants distributed under this subsection is to enable States and localities to work with parties in paragraph (1) to carry out outreach campaigns in any of the following: ``(A) Access to legal resources, including free or low-cost legal resources for persons of low-income. ``(B) Workshops educating the general public on immigration consumer fraud, including methods to identify such fraud and best practices on prevention. ``(C) Hiring of casework staff, attorneys, translators, accredited representatives and other similar staff to provide support for outreach objectives. ``(D) Printed materials or digital media designed with the intent to educate the public on where to obtain trusted legal resources, and how to prevent becoming a victim of immigration consumer fraud. ``(E) Public service announcements in television or radio, providing information on resources and assistance on preventing immigration consumer fraud. ``(F) Translation services, including translated equivalents of subparagraphs (A), (B), (C) or (D), consistent with the grantee's immediate translation needs based on-- ``(i) data from the Bureau of the Census that is consistent with the local area demographics where the outreach campaign will operate, along with a description of the languages are most prevalent or commonly requested for translation services; or ``(ii) quantitative or qualitative observation from community service providers offering immigration-related services. ``(b) Contents.--In accordance with such requirements as the Attorney General may by rule establish, each application for a grant under this section shall-- ``(1) include a long-term strategy and detailed implementation plan that reflects consultation with community groups and appropriate stakeholders; ``(2) explain the applicant's inability to address the need without Federal assistance; ``(3) identify related governmental and community initiatives which compliment or will be coordinated with the proposal; and ``(4) identify local service providers and nonprofit organizations that have substantial or significant experience dealing with immigration-related matters. ``(c) Renewal of Grants.--A grant made under this section may be renewed, without limitations on the duration of such renewal, to provide additional funds, if the Attorney General determines that the funds made available to the recipient were used in a manner required under an approved application and if the recipient can demonstrate significant progress in achieving the objectives of the initial application. ``(d) No Cost Extensions.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), the Attorney General may extend a grant period, without limitations as to the duration of such extension, to provide additional time to complete the objectives of the initial grant award. ``(e) Suspension of Funds.--If the Attorney General determines that a grant recipient under this section is not in substantial compliance with the terms and requirements of an approved grant application, the Attorney General may revoke or suspend funding of that grant, in whole, or in part. ``(f) Authorization of Appropriations.-- ``(1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2024 and each succeeding fiscal year. ``(2) Availability.--Funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may remain available until expended. ``(g) Prohibition on Data Sharing for Immigration Enforcement Purposes.-- ``(1) In general.--Notwithstanding section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373), an entity receiving a grant under this section may not disclose or use personally identifiable information provided by individuals participating in outreach campaigns specified in subsection (a) for the purposes of enforcing the immigration laws. ``(2) Referrals prohibited.--An entity receiving a grant under this section may not refer any individual participating in any program funded under this section to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(3) Personally identifiable information defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `personally identifiable information' means any information about an individual elicited, collected, stored, or maintained by an entity receiving a grant under this section, including-- ``(A) any information that can be used to distinguish or trace the identity of an individual, such as a name, residential address, a social security number, a date and place of birth, or a parent's maiden name; and ``(B) any other information that is linked or linkable to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment information ``SEC. 3072. REPORT. ``A State or unit of local government that receives funds under this part during a fiscal year shall submit to the Attorney General a description and an evaluation report on a date specified by the Attorney General regarding the effectiveness of the programs carried out with a grant under this part.''. (d) Grants to States and Local Jurisdictions To Increase Enforcement Against Immigration Consumer Fraud.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.), as amended by subsections (b) and (c), is amended by inserting after part QQ the following: ``PART RR--GRANTS TO STATES AND LOCAL JURISDICTIONS TO INCREASE ENFORCEMENT AGAINST IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD ``SEC. 3081. GRANTS TO STATES AND LOCAL JURISDICTIONS TO INCREASE ENFORCEMENT AGAINST IMMIGRATION CONSUMER FRAUD. ``(a) Grant Authorization.-- ``(1) In general.--The Attorney General shall make grants to States, units of local government, or any combination thereof. ``(2) Purpose.--The purpose of grants distributed under this subsection is to enable States and localities to increase the enforcement of-- ``(A) State and local laws against immigration consumer fraud; and ``(B) section 1041 of title 18, United States Code. ``(3) Permitted use of funds.--A State or unit of local government that receives a grant under this section may use funds from the grant for activities, including-- ``(A) hiring staff, such as compliance officers that are charged with investigating and enforcing Federal, State, and local laws against immigration consumer fraud; ``(B) training staff, such as the compliance officers described in subparagraph (A); ``(C) investigating complaints of immigration consumer fraud; and ``(D) taking action against violations of Federal, State, and local laws relating to immigration consumer fraud, which may include the prosecution of violators. ``(b) Contents.--In accordance with such requirements as the Attorney General may by rule establish, each application for a grant under this section shall-- ``(1) include a detailed implementation plan that reflects consultation with community groups and appropriate stakeholders; and ``(2) explain the inability of the State or unit of local government to address the need to increase enforcement of immigration consumer fraud laws without Federal assistance. ``(c) Renewal of Grants.--A grant made under this section may be renewed, without limitations on the duration of such renewal, to provide additional funds, if the Attorney General determines that the funds made available to the recipient were used in a manner required under an approved application and if the recipient can demonstrate significant progress in achieving the objectives of the initial application. ``(d) No Cost Extensions.--Notwithstanding subsection (c), the Attorney General may extend a grant period, without limitations as to the duration of such extension, to provide additional time to complete the objectives of the initial grant award. ``(e) Suspension of Funds.--If the Attorney General determines that a grant recipient under this section is not in substantial compliance with the terms and requirements of an approved grant application, the Attorney General may revoke or suspend funding of that grant, in whole, or in part. ``(f) Authorization of Appropriations.-- ``(1) In general.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $10,000,000 for fiscal year 2024 and each succeeding fiscal year. ``(2) Availability.--Funds authorized to be appropriated under this section may remain available until expended. ``(g) Prohibition on Data Sharing for Immigration Enforcement Purposes.-- ``(1) In general.-- ``(A) Disclosure prohibited.--Notwithstanding section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373), an entity receiving a grant under this section may not disclose or use personally identifiable information provided by an individual involved with the work funded under this section for the purposes of enforcing the immigration laws. ``(B) Exception.--An entity receiving a grant under this section may disclose or use personally identifiable information provided by an individual involved with the work funded under this section if-- ``(i) the disclosure or use required in order to prosecute a case; and ``(ii) the individual explicitly permits the use or disclosure. ``(2) Referrals prohibited.--An entity receiving a grant under this section may not refer any individual involved with work funded under this section to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. ``(3) Personally identifiable information defined.--For purposes of this section, the term `personally identifiable information' means any information about an individual elicited, collected, stored, or maintained by an entity receiving a grant under this section, including-- ``(A) any information that can be used to distinguish or trace the identity of an individual, such as a name, residential address, a social security number, a date and place of birth, or a parent's maiden name; and ``(B) any other information that is linked or linkable to an individual, such as medical, educational, financial, and employment information. ``SEC. 3082. REPORT. ``A State or unit of local government that receives funds under this part during a fiscal year shall submit to the Attorney General a description and an evaluation report on a date specified by the Attorney General regarding the effectiveness of the programs carried out with a grant under this part.''. SEC. 202. REQUIREMENTS FOR IMMIGRATION CONSULTANTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission, in consultation with the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall promulgate regulations, in accordance with section 553 of title 5, United States Code, that require an immigration consultant-- (1) to disclose in all advertising or promotional material and by displaying a notice at the regular place of business (if any) of the consultant that the consultant is not an immigration attorney, cannot provide legal advice or legal services on immigration matters, and is not authorized to represent aliens before an immigration court or the Board of Immigration Appeals or authorized to represent others before the Department of Homeland Security in connection with an application for an immigration benefit or an immigration proceeding; (2) if the consultant enters into a written contract for the provision of immigration consulting services-- (A) to ensure that the contract states that-- (i) the consultant is not an immigration attorney, cannot provide legal advice or legal services on immigration matters, and is not authorized to represent aliens before an immigration court or the Board of Immigration Appeals or authorized to represent others before the Department of Homeland Security in connection with an application for an immigration benefit or an immigration proceeding; and (ii) the client has the right to have the contract reviewed by an attorney; (B) to provide the client with a copy of the contract in English and, if requested by the client, in one or more other languages; (C) to inform the client of the right to request a copy of the contract in languages other than English, as required by subparagraph (B); and (D) to ensure that the contract provides the client with the right to rescind the contract at any time during the 72-hour period after entering into the contract; (3) not to collect fees for immigration consulting services before having rendered the services for which the fees are charged; (4) to return to the client any original document obtained from the client (unless the original document must be provided to a Federal or State agency or another person and has been so provided) and to furnish to the client for no additional charge a copy of any document prepared or obtained by the consultant for the client or otherwise used in connection with immigration consulting services for the client (other than notes or other documents prepared by the consultant for internal use in order to provide such services); and (5) to retain for not less than 3 years after ceasing to provide immigration consulting services for a client a copy of any document required by paragraph (4) to be returned or furnished to the client. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Trade Commission. (2) Immigration consultant.--The term ``immigration consultant'' means a person engaged in the provision of immigration consulting services, except that such term does not include a person who is-- (A) authorized to represent aliens before an immigration court or the Board of Immigration Appeals; or (B) authorized to represent others in connection with an application or proceeding described in paragraph (3)(A) before the Department of Homeland Security in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Secretary of Homeland Security. (3) Immigration consulting services.-- (A) In general.--The term ``immigration consulting services'' means assistance, advice, or services provided to an individual in connection with-- (i) application (or consideration of application) by such individual for an immigration benefit; or (ii) an immigration proceeding involving such individual before or with the Department of Homeland Security or the Executive Office for Immigration Review. (B) Inclusions.--Such term includes the following: (i) Assistance with procuring supporting documentation requested by such an agency, such as a birth certificate or marriage license. (ii) Referring a client to an attorney for legal representation. (iii) Assistance with complying with requirements relating to biometric services. (C) Exclusions.--Such term does not include the following: (i) Completing a form of a Federal or State agency or submitting such form to such agency. (ii) Translating the responses of a client to the information requested on such a form or in other communications with such an agency. (4) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, each commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States, and each federally recognized Indian tribe. (c) Applicability and Enforcement of Regulations.-- (1) General application.--The requirements of the regulations promulgated under subsection (a) apply, according to their terms, to those persons, partnerships, and corporations over which the Commission has authority pursuant to section 5(a)(2) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 45(a)(2)). (2) Enforcement by federal trade commission.-- (A) Unfair or deceptive acts or practices.--A violation of a regulation promulgated under subsection (a) shall be treated as a violation of a regulation under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)) regarding unfair or deceptive acts or practices. (B) Powers of commission.--The Commission shall enforce the regulations promulgated under subsection (a) in the same manner, by the same means, and with the same jurisdiction, powers, and duties provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.), and any person who violates such a regulation shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in such Act. (3) Actions by states.-- (A) In general.--In any case in which the attorney general of a State, or an official or agency of a State, has reason to believe that an interest of the residents of such State has been or is threatened or adversely affected by an act or practice in violation of a regulation promulgated under subsection (a), the State, as parens patriae, may bring a civil action on behalf of the residents of the State in an appropriate State court or an appropriate district court of the United States-- (i) to enjoin such act or practice; (ii) to enforce compliance with such regulation; (iii) to obtain on behalf of residents of the State-- (I) damages for actual monetary loss from the violation, or up to $10,000 in damages for each such violation, whichever is greater; (II) restitution; or (III) other compensation; or (iv) to obtain such other legal and equitable relief as the court may consider to be appropriate. (B) Notice.--Before filing an action under this subsection, the attorney general, official, or agency of the State involved shall provide to the Commission a written notice of such action and a copy of the complaint for such action. If the attorney general, official, or agency determines that it is not feasible to provide the notice described in this paragraph before the filing of the action, the attorney general, official, or agency shall provide written notice of the action and a copy of the complaint to the Commission immediately upon the filing of the action. (C) Authority of federal trade commission.-- (i) In general.--On receiving notice under subparagraph (B) of an action under this subsection, the Commission shall have the right-- (I) to intervene in the action; (II) upon so intervening, to be heard on all matters arising therein; and (III) to file petitions for appeal. (ii) Limitation on state action while federal action is pending.--If the Commission or the Attorney General of the United States has instituted a civil action for violation of a regulation promulgated under subsection (a) (referred to in this subparagraph as the ``Federal action''), no State attorney general, official, or agency may bring an action under this subsection during the pendency of the Federal action against any defendant named in the complaint in the Federal action for any violation of such regulation alleged in such complaint. (D) Rule of construction.--For purposes of bringing a civil action under this paragraph, nothing in this Act shall be construed to prevent an attorney general, official, or agency of a State from exercising the powers conferred on the attorney general, official, or agency by the laws of such State to conduct investigations, administer oaths and affirmations, or compel the attendance of witnesses or the production of documentary and other evidence. (4) Private right of action.-- (A) In general.--A person injured by an act or practice in violation of a regulation promulgated under subsection (a) may bring in an appropriate State court or an appropriate district court of the United States-- (i) an action to enjoin the violation; (ii) an action to recover damages for actual monetary loss from the violation, or to receive up to $10,000 in damages for each such violation, whichever is greater; or (iii) both such actions. (B) Willful or knowing violations.--If the court finds that the defendant acted willfully or knowingly in committing a violation described in subparagraph (A), the court may, in its discretion, increase the amount of the award to an amount equal to not more than 3 times the amount available under subparagraph (A)(ii). (C) Costs and attorney's fees.--The court shall award to a prevailing plaintiff in an action under this subsection the costs of such action and reasonable attorney's fees, as determined by the court. (D) Nonexclusive remedy.--The remedy provided by this subsection shall be in addition to any other remedies available to the person. SEC. 203. FEE AND BACKLOG TRANSPARENCY. Section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)) is amended to read as follows: ``(m) Immigration Service Fees.-- ``(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), all fees designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security in regulations as `immigration adjudication fees' shall be deposited as offsetting receipts into the `Immigration Examinations Fee Account' in the Treasury of the United States, whether such fees are collected directly by the Secretary or through clerks of courts. ``(2) Virgin islands and guam.-- ``(A) Guam.--All fees described in paragraph (1) that are received by the Secretary of Homeland Security from applicants residing in Guam shall be remitted to the Department of Revenue and Taxation of Guam. ``(B) Virgin islands.--All fees described in paragraph (1) that are received by the Secretary of Homeland Security from applicants residing in the United States Virgin Islands shall be remitted to the Treasury Division of the United States Virgin Islands. ``(3) Report requirement before fee increase.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not increase any immigration service fee above the level of such fee as of January 1, 2019, before the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Secretary submits to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives a report that-- ``(A) identifies the direct and indirect costs associated with providing adjudication and naturalization services; ``(B) distinguishes the costs referred to in subparagraph (A) from immigration enforcement and national security costs; ``(C) identifies the costs allocated for premium processing services to business customers, as prescribed under subsection (u); ``(D) describes the extent to which the fee prescribed in subsection (u) is set at a level that ensures full recovery of the costs referred to in subparagraph (C); ``(E) identifies the amount of funding that is being allocated for the infrastructure improvements in the adjudication and customer-service processes prescribed under subsection (u); and ``(F) contains information regarding the amount by which such fee will be increased. ``(4) Adjudications delay and backlog report.--Not less frequently than quarterly, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives a report that identifies each instance in which-- ``(A) the processing time of more than 10 percent of adjudications in any single category of immigration benefits surpasses the agency's stated processing goal as of January 1, 2019; ``(B) the processing time of more than 5 percent of applications for lawful permanent residence surpasses 150 days; and ``(C) the processing time of more than 5 percent of applications for naturalization surpasses 150 days.''. SEC. 204. NATIONAL OFFICE FOR NEW AMERICANS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the National Office of New Americans. (2) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Office.--The term ``Office'' means the National Office for New Americans established under subsection (b). (b) Establishment.--There is established within the Executive Office of the President an office, to be known as the ``National Office of New Americans'', to carry out the purposes described in subsection (c). (c) Purposes.--The purposes of the Office are-- (1) to welcome and support immigrants and refugees in the United States; (2) to promote and support immigrant and refugee integration into, and inclusion in, the social, economic, and civic life of the United States; (3) to ensure that the Federal Government and Federal agencies promote the pursuit of United States citizenship among immigrants and refugees; (4) to ensure access to quality English language learning programs that support the successful integration of immigrant adults, including by enhancing-- (A) employment and career prospects and economic integration; and (B) social integration in local communities and participation in civic life, including engagement with State and local governments, schools, and private and nonprofit community institutions; (5) to provide equal access to workforce development programs, including by ensuring that such programs meet the demand and unique language, training, and educational needs of immigrants and refugees; (6) to coordinate the efforts of Federal, State, and local entities to support the effective social, economic, linguistic, and civic integration of immigrants, refugees, and their children; (7) to provide advice and leadership to the President, Members of Congress, and other Federal Government officials on the challenges and opportunities facing such entities with respect to immigrant and refugee integration; (8) to evaluate the scale, quality, and effectiveness of Federal Government efforts with respect to immigrant and refugee social and economic integration, including access to United States citizenship, English language learning, education, and workforce development programs; (9) to identify the anticipated effects of new Federal policies on existing integration efforts and advise the President on how to address potential integration needs and the effects of such policies; (10) with respect to immigrant and refugee integration efforts, to consult on a biannual basis with State and local government officials on challenges and opportunities presented by such efforts; (11) with respect to the activities described in paragraphs (8) through (10), to ensure the inclusion of the perspectives of immigrants and refugees; and (12) to submit to the President and the appropriate committees of Congress a biannual report that describes the activities of the Office and the results of the consultation process described in paragraphs (8) through (11). (d) Director.-- (1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by a Director of the National Office of New Americans, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (2) Responsibilities.--The Director shall-- (A) establish policies, objectives, and priorities for the Office with respect to immigrant and refugee integration; (B) with the assistance of the Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, the Deputy Director for Workforce and Economy, the Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success, and the Associate Director of State and Local Affairs, carry out the purposes of the Office, as described in subsection (c); (C) make recommendations to the President on changes in the organization, management, programs, and budget of each Federal agency to promote the integration of immigrants and refugees; (D) with respect to efforts to promote United States citizenship and the integration of immigrants and refugees, consult, support, and coordinate with State and local government efforts; and (E) serve as a member of the Domestic Policy Council and the National Economic Council. (3) Powers of the director.--In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (2) and the purposes described in subsection (c), the Director may-- (A) select, appoint, employ, and fix compensation of such officers and employees as may be necessary to carry out such responsibilities and purposes; (B) with the concurrence of the head of the applicable Federal agency, direct the temporary reassignment within the Federal Government of personnel employed by such Federal agency; (C) use for administrative purposes, on a reimbursable basis, the available service, equipment, personnel, and facilities of Federal, State, and local agencies; (D) procure the services of experts and consultants in accordance with section 3109 of title 5, United States Code (relating to appointments in the Federal service) at rates of compensation for individuals not to exceed the daily equivalent of the rate of pay payable for level GS-18 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5, United States Code; (E) accept and use donations of property from Federal, State, and local government agencies; (F) use the mail in the same manner as other Federal agencies; and (G) monitor the implementation of immigrant and refugee integration-related activities of the Federal Government, including by-- (i) conducting program and performance audits and evaluations of each Federal agency; and (ii) requesting assistance from the Inspector General of the applicable Federal agencies in such audits and evaluations. (e) Deputy Directors.-- (1) In general.--There shall be in the Office a Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, a Deputy Director for Workforce and Economy, and a Deputy Director for Children's Integration and Success, each of whom shall be appointed by the President, in consultation with the Director. (2) Responsibilities.-- (A) Deputy director for citizenship and inclusion.--The Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in promoting-- (i) the inclusion of immigrants and refugees in the social, economic, and civic life of their communities and the United States; and (ii) access to United States citizenship. (B) Deputy director for workforce and economy.--The Deputy Director for Workforce and Economy shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in-- (i) promoting the participation of immigrants and refugees in the United States workforce; and (ii) increasing the contributions of immigrants and refugees to the United States economy. (C) Deputy director for children's integration success.--The Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in ensuring that Federal policies and programs intended to support the healthy development and educational success of children are effective in reaching and serving the children of immigrant families. (f) Bureau of State and Local Affairs.-- (1) In general.--There is established within the Office a Bureau of State and Local Affairs. (2) Associate director.-- (A) In general.--The Bureau of State and Local Affairs shall be headed by an Associate Director of State and Local Affairs, who shall be appointed by the President, in consultation with the Director. (B) Duties.--The Associate Director of State and Local Affairs shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in coordinating the efforts of State and local entities to support the economic, linguistic, and civic integration of immigrants, refugees, and their children. (g) Access by Congress.--The establishment of the Office within the Executive Office of the President shall not affect access by any Member of Congress or any member of a committee of the Senate or the House of Representatives to-- (1) the Office; (2) any information, document, or study in the possession of, or conducted by or at the direction of, the Director; or (3) personnel of the Office. (h) Limitation.--An individual may not serve as Director, Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, Deputy Director for Workforce and the Economy, Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success, or Associate Director of State and Local Affairs while serving in any other position in the Federal Government. TITLE III--BUILDING COMMUNITY TRUST SEC. 301. PROTECTING ALIENS WHO ARE VICTIMS OF OR WITNESSES TO CRIMES OR ARE DEFENDING CIVIL RIGHTS. (a) In General.--The Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shall ensure, except as provided in subsection (b), that removal proceedings are not initiated against any alien who is known to be-- (1) a victim of domestic violence, human trafficking, or any other serious crime; (2) a witness involved in a pending criminal investigation or prosecution; (3) a plaintiff in a nonfrivolous lawsuit regarding violations of his or her civil rights, including with respect to union organizing and employment discrimination, as described in the memorandum of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement entitled ``Prosecutorial Discretion: Certain Victims, Witnesses, and Plaintiffs'' issued on June 17, 2011; or (4) actively engaged in an activity related to the preservation of his or her employment, housing, or other legally protected rights. (b) Exceptions.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding subsection (a), an alien described in such subsection may be subject to removal proceedings if the Secretary of Homeland Security determines, on a case-by-case basis, that there is sufficient evidence to conclude that the alien-- (A) has committed a serious crime; (B) poses a threat to public safety; (C) has engaged in serious violations of human rights; (D) has engaged in significant immigration fraud; or (E) has filed a claim in bad faith with intent to delay or avoid the removal of an alien. (2) Savings provision.--Nothing in this subsection may be construed to deny any alien who has been a victim of domestic violence, human trafficking, or certain other crimes from receiving the immigration benefits to which he or she is entitled under the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (title IV of Public Law 103-322), the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7101 et seq.), or any other applicable law. (c) Effect of Violation.--With respect to a removal proceeding commenced as a result of an enforcement action carried out in violation of subsection (a)-- (1) information resulting from such enforcement action may not be entered into the record of proceeding or received into evidence; (2) the alien who is the subject of the removal proceeding may file a motion for the immediate termination of the removal proceeding; and (3) in considering whether to administratively close the removal proceeding, the immigration judge shall give appropriate weight to the circumstances of such enforcement action. SEC. 302. SEMIANNUAL REPORT ON CERTAIN ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS. The Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit a semiannual report to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives that identifies, for the most recent 180-day period for which such data is available, the number of arrests, detentions, and removals of aliens described in section 301(a). SEC. 303. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act or the amendments made by this Act shall be construed to modify-- (1) the applicability of any ground of inadmissibility or deportability relating to criminal convictions; or (2) the eligibility criteria relating to criminal convictions for any application or form of relief under the immigration laws. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S82
Full Faith and Credit Act
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<p><b>Full Faith and Credit Act</b></p> <p>This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to prioritize certain obligations if the federal debt limit is reached and provides for a limited increase in the debt limit to fund these priorities. </p> <p>If the federal government reaches the debt limit, the following obligations must be given equal priority over all other federal obligations:</p> <ul> <li> the principal and interest on the debt held by the public;</li> <li>Social Security benefits;</li> <li>pay and allowances for members of the Armed Forces on active duty and members of the U.S. Coast Guard;</li> <li>compensation, pensions, and payments for medical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and</li> <li>the Medicare programs.</li> </ul> <p>If the debt limit has been reached and incoming revenue will be insufficient to pay the priority obligations over an upcoming two-week period, the bill requires (1) Treasury to notify Congress of the expected revenue shortfall for the two-week period, and (2) the debt limit to be increased by the amount of the expected shortfall. </p> <p>If the incoming revenue exceeds the expected shortfall, the excess revenue must be held in reserve and applied to the following two-week period. </p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 82 Placed on Calendar Senate (PCS)] &lt;DOC&gt; Calendar No. 6 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 82 To protect social security benefits and military pay and require that the United States Government to prioritize all obligations on the debt held by the public in the event that the debt limit is reached. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Johnson, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Lee, Mr. Braun, Mr. Cramer, Mrs. Britt, Mr. Risch, Mr. Budd, and Mrs. Blackburn) introduced the following bill; which was read the first time January 26, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To protect social security benefits and military pay and require that the United States Government to prioritize all obligations on the debt held by the public in the event that the debt limit is reached. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Full Faith and Credit Act''. SEC. 2. PRIORITIZE OBLIGATIONS ON THE DEBT HELD BY THE PUBLIC, SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS, MEDICARE, VETERANS, AND MILITARY PAY. If the debt of the United States Government reaches the statutory limit under section 3101 of title 31, United States Code, the following obligations shall take equal priority over all other obligations incurred by the United States Government: (1) The authority of the Department of the Treasury provided under section 3123 of title 31, United States Code, to pay with legal tender the principal and interest on debt held by the public. (2) The authority of the Commissioner of Social Security to pay monthly old-age, survivors', and disability insurance benefits under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.). (3) The payment of pay and allowances for members of the Armed Forces on active duty and members of the United States Coast Guard. (4) The payment of compensation and pensions, and payments for medical services, provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. (5) The Medicare programs under parts A, B, C, and D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395c et seq.). SEC. 3. LIMITED DEBT LIMIT AUTHORITY. (a) In General.--If the Secretary of the Treasury determines, after consultation with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, that incoming revenue will not be sufficient to pay the priority obligations specified under section 2 over an upcoming 2-week period during a period during which the debt of the United States Government has reached the statutory limit under section 3101 of title 31, United States Code-- (1) the Secretary, in coordination with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, shall notify Congress of the amount of the expected revenue shortfall from the revenue required to pay in full the priority obligations specified under section 2 for such 2-week period; and (2) the amount of the limit on debt held by the public under section 3101 of title 31, United States Code, shall be increased by the amount of the expected revenue shortfall. (b) Excess Revenue.--If incoming revenue exceeds the amount projected under subsection (a), any amount in excess shall be held in reserve and applied to the following 2-week period. Calendar No. 6 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 82 _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To protect social security benefits and military pay and require that the United States Government to prioritize all obligations on the debt held by the public in the event that the debt limit is reached. _______________________________________________________________________ January 26, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar </pre></body></html>
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118S820
Protecting Consumers from PFAS Act
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<p><b>Protecting Consumers from PFAS Act</b></p> <p>This bill adds the Consumer Product Safety Commission to the interagency working group to coordinate federal activities related to research about perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly referred to as PFAS.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 820 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 820 To add the Consumer Product Safety Commission to the list of agencies required to be represented on the PFAS interagency working group. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Peters (for himself, Ms. Collins, Ms. Lummis, and Mr. Welch) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To add the Consumer Product Safety Commission to the list of agencies required to be represented on the PFAS interagency working group. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Consumers from PFAS Act''. SEC. 2. PFAS INTERAGENCY WORKING GROUP. Section 332(b) of William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (15 U.S.C. 8963(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (19), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (20) as paragraph (21); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (19), the following: ``(20) the Consumer Product Safety Commission; and''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S821
A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region.
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 821 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 821 To establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Ms. Murkowski (for herself, Mr. King, Mr. Graham, Ms. Collins, Mr. Coons, Mrs. Shaheen, and Mr. Sullivan) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. AMBASSADOR-AT-LARGE FOR THE ARCTIC REGION. Title I of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2651a et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 64. UNITED STATES AMBASSADOR-AT-LARGE FOR THE ARCTIC REGION. ``(a) Establishment.--There is authorized within the Department of State an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region, appointed under subsection (b). ``(b) Appointment.--The Ambassador shall be appointed by the President, by, and with the advice and consent of the Senate. ``(c) Duties.--The Ambassador is authorized to represent the United States in matters and cases relevant to Arctic affairs and shall be responsible to the Secretary of State for all matters, programs, and related activities pertaining to the Arctic region in the conduct of foreign policy by the Department, including, as appropriate, leading the coordination of programs carried out by United States Government agencies abroad, and such other related duties as the Secretary may from time to time designate. ``(d) Areas of Responsibility.--The Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region is authorized to maintain continuous observation and coordination of all matters indicated by the Secretary of State, including those pertaining to energy, environment, trade, and infrastructure development and maintenance, and, in consultation with the heads of other relevant departments and agencies, those pertaining to law enforcement and political-military affairs in the conduct of foreign policy in the Arctic, including programs carried out by other United States Government agencies when such programs pertain to the following matters, to the extent directed by the Secretary of State: ``(1) National security. ``(2) Strengthening cooperation among Arctic countries. ``(3) The promotion of responsible natural resource management and economic development. ``(4) Protecting the Arctic environment and conserving its biological resources. ``(5) Arctic indigenous peoples, including by involving them in decisions that affect them. ``(6) Scientific monitoring and research. ``(e) Additional Duties.--In addition to the duties and responsibilities specified in subsections (c) and (d), the Ambassador- at-Large for the Arctic Region shall also carry out such other relevant duties as the Secretary may assign. ``(f) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Arctic region.--The term `Arctic region' means-- ``(A) the geographic region north of the 66.56083 parallel latitude north of the equator; ``(B) all the United States territory north and west of the boundary formed by the Porcupine, Yukon, and Kuskokwim Rivers; ``(C) all contiguous seas, including the Arctic Ocean and the Beaufort, Bering, and Chukchi Seas; and ``(D) the Aleutian Chain. ``(2) Arctic countries.--The term `Arctic countries' means the permanent members of the Arctic Council, namely the United States, Canada, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S822
Modification to Department of Defense Travel Authorities for Abortion-Related Expenses Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 822 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 822 To terminate the Department of Defense memorandum relating to access to abortions, to prohibit the use of travel and transportation allowances, medical convalescent leave, and administrative absences to travel to obtain abortions, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Ms. Ernst (for herself, Mr. Wicker, Mr. Daines, Mr. Cramer, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Budd, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Scott of Florida, Mr. Hawley, Mr. Lee, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Braun, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Graham, Mr. Ricketts, Mr. Hoeven, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Tuberville, Mr. Risch, Mr. Vance, Mr. Crapo, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Boozman, Mrs. Britt, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Rubio, Mr. Thune, Mr. Scott of South Carolina, Mr. Cassidy, Mr. Hagerty, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Rounds, Mr. Schmitt, Mr. Mullin, and Mr. Sullivan) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To terminate the Department of Defense memorandum relating to access to abortions, to prohibit the use of travel and transportation allowances, medical convalescent leave, and administrative absences to travel to obtain abortions, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Modification to Department of Defense Travel Authorities for Abortion-Related Expenses Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. TERMINATION OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE MEMORANDUM RELATING TO ACCESS TO ABORTIONS. (a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) consistent with section 1093 of title 10, United States Code, the Department of Defense may not use any funds for abortions except in a case in which the life of the mother would be endangered if the fetus were carried to term or in which the pregnancy is the result of an act of rape or incest; (2) the Secretary of Defense has no legal authority to implement any policies under which funds are to be used for that purpose; and (3) the Department of Defense memorandum entitled ``Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care'', dated October 20, 2022, is therefore in direct conflict with section 1093 of title 10, United States Code, and the intent of Congress, and must be rescinded. (b) Termination of Memorandum.-- (1) In general.--The Department of Defense memorandum entitled ``Ensuring Access to Reproductive Health Care'', dated October 20, 2022, shall have no force or effect. (2) Prohibition on availability of funds to carry out memorandum.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to carry out the memorandum described in paragraph (1) or any successor to such memorandum. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON PROVISION OF TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCES TO OBTAIN ABORTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 452 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(j) Prohibition on Allowances To Obtain Abortions.--The Secretary of Defense may not provide transportation-, lodging-, meals-in-kind, or any actual or necessary expenses of travel or transportation, for, or in connection with, official travel under circumstances as specified in regulations prescribed under section 464 of this title for a member of the Armed Forces or a dependent of such a member seeking an abortion or any abortion-related service, except in a case in which the life of the mother would be endangered if the fetus were carried to term or the pregnancy is the result of an act of rape or incest.''. (b) Prohibition on Considering Limited Access to Abortions as Unusual, Extraordinary, Hardship, or Emergency Circumstances.--Section 453(d) of title 37, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``An authorized traveler''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(2) The access of a member of the Armed Forces or a dependent of such a member to an abortion or abortion-related services being limited because of the duty location of the member does not constitute an unusual, extraordinary, hardship, or emergency circumstance for the purposes of section 452 of title 37, United States Code, except in a case in which the life of the mother would be endangered if the fetus were carried to term or the pregnancy is the result of an act of rape or incest.''. SEC. 4. PROHIBITION ON USE OF MEDICAL CONVALESCENT LEAVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE ABSENCES FOR TRAVEL TO OBTAIN ABORTIONS. (a) In General.--Chapter 40 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 701 the following new section: ``Sec. 701a. Prohibition on use of medical convalescent leave or administrative absences for travel to obtain abortions ``A member of the Armed Forces may not take convalescent leave under section 701(m) or use an administrative absence for travel for the purposes of obtaining an abortion or abortion-related service, except in a case in which the life of the mother would be endangered if the fetus were carried to term or the pregnancy is the result of an act of rape or incest.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 40 of such title is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 701 the following new item: ``701a. Prohibition on use of medical convalescent leave or administrative absences for travel to obtain abortions.''. SEC. 5. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. (a) In General.--Nothing in this Act or an amendment made by this Act may be construed to affect the treatment of any infection, injury, disease, or disorder that has been caused by or exacerbated by the performance of an abortion. (b) Applicability.--Subsection (a) applies without regard to whether-- (1) the abortion was performed in accordance with Federal or State law; or (2) funding for the abortion is permissible under section 1093 of title 10, United States Code. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S823
END CSAM Act
[ [ "H001089", "Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 823 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 823 To hold social media companies liable for hosting or distributing child sexual abuse material. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Hawley introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To hold social media companies liable for hosting or distributing child sexual abuse material. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Everyone can Notice-and-Takedown Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material Act'' or the ``END CSAM Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Child sexual abuse material.--The term ``child sexual abuse material'' has the meaning given the term ``child pornography'' in section 2256 of title 18, United States Code. (2) Covered interactive computer service.--The term ``covered interactive computer service'' means an interactive computer service-- (A) provided through a website, online application, or mobile application (including a single interactive computer service that is provided through more than one such website or application); (B) through which information provided by another information content provider is distributed; (C) that enables an individual user to create an account for the purpose of viewing, generating, or modifying content that can be viewed, shared, or otherwise interacted with by other third-party users of the interactive computer service; and (D) that does not have peer-to-peer messaging as its principal function. (3) Interactive computer service.--The term ``interactive computer service'' has the meaning given the term in section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230). (4) Minor.--The term ``minor'' has the meaning given the term in section 2256 of title 18, United States Code. (5) Social media company.--The term ``social media company''-- (A) means a company that provides, in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce, a covered interactive computer service; and (B) does not include an organization described in section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code. SEC. 3. CIVIL LIABILITY FOR SOCIAL MEDIA COMPANIES HOSTING PROHIBITED CONTENT. (a) Prohibition.--It shall be unlawful for a social media company to knowingly or recklessly host or distribute child sexual abuse material. (b) Civil Penalty.--A social media company that violates subsection (a) shall be liable to the United States Government for a civil penalty of not less than $100,000 and not more than $500,000, in accordance with this Act. SEC. 4. NOTICE PROCESS FOR COMPANIES HOSTING PROHIBITED CONTENT. (a) In General.--A social media company shall-- (1) provide a notice process for persons to make the company aware that the company is hosting or distributing content in apparent violation of section 3(a); and (2)(A) designate an agent of the company to receive notice under the notice process described in paragraph (1); and (B) make available on the website, web service, or web application of the company, in a location accessible to the public, the name, address, phone number, and electronic mail address of the agent designated under subparagraph (A). (b) Notice Process Requirements.--The notice process required under subsection (a) shall readily enable a person to provide to the agent designated under subsection (a)(2) substantially the following: (1) Identification of each visual depiction claimed to be child sexual abuse material. (2) Information reasonably sufficient to permit the agent receiving the notice to contact the person, such as an address, telephone number, or electronic mail address. (3) A brief statement that-- (A) affirms that the person has a good faith belief that each visual depiction described in paragraph (1) is child sexual abuse material; and (B) explains why the person has that belief. (c) Liability Protection for Disabling Access to or Removing Visual Depiction.-- (1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), a social media company shall not be liable for any claim based on the company's good faith disabling of access to, or removal of, a visual depiction that the company believes is child sexual abuse material. (2) No protection for disabling access or removing more than 10 days after receiving notice.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to a visual depiction that a social media company disables access to or removes if the company-- (A) was notified about the visual depiction under the notice process required under subsection (a); and (B) failed to disable access to or remove the visual depiction during the 10-day period beginning on the date of the notice described in subparagraph (A). (d) Lack of Notice Not an Excuse for Violation.--It shall not be a defense to an alleged violation of section 3(a) that a social media company did not receive notice of the alleged violation under the notice process required under subsection (a) of this section. (e) Determination by Social Media Company That Visual Depiction Is Not Child Sexual Abuse Material.--If a social media company receives notice of an alleged violation of section 3(a) under the notice process required under subsection (a) of this section and determines that the content alleged to be hosted or distributed in violation of section 3(a) is not child sexual abuse material, the company shall, not later than the last day of the 10-day period beginning on the date of the notice, submit to the person who provided the notice a response that-- (1) confirms receipt of the notice; (2) states that the company determined that the content is not child sexual abuse material; and (3) provides an explanation for the determination described in paragraph (2), including any relevant evidence. SEC. 5. QUI TAM CIVIL ACTION. (a) Actions by Private Persons.-- (1) Right of action.-- (A) In general.--If a person provides notice to a social media company regarding a visual depiction under the notice process required under section 4(a) and the social media company does not disable access to or remove the visual depiction during the 10-day period beginning on the date of the notice, the person may bring an action for the person and for the United States Government to recover a civil penalty under section 3(b) against the social media company for violating section 3(a). (B) Action in name of government.--An action under subparagraph (A) shall be brought in the name of the Government. (2) Service on government; election to intervene.-- (A) Service on government.--A copy of the complaint and written disclosure of substantially all material evidence and information the person possesses, including any evidence and information received under section 4(e), shall be served on the Government pursuant to Rule 4(i) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. (B) Election to intervene.--Not later than 30 days after the Government receives both the complaint and the material evidence and information under subparagraph (A), the Government shall-- (i) intervene and proceed with the action, in which case the action shall be solely conducted by the Government; or (ii) notify the court that the Government declines to take over the action, in which case the person bringing the action shall have the right to conduct the action. (3) No intervention or related actions by other parties.-- When a person brings an action under this subsection, no person other than the Government may intervene or bring a related action based on the facts underlying the pending action. (b) Rights of the Parties to Qui Tam Actions.-- (1) Government prosecution.--If the Government proceeds with an action under subsection (a)-- (A) the Government-- (i) shall have the sole responsibility for prosecuting the action, subject to paragraph (2); and (ii) shall not be bound by an act of the person bringing the action; and (B) the person who initiated the action shall not have the right to continue as a party to the action. (2) Limitation on dismissal by government.--The Government may dismiss an action brought under subsection (a) if the Government determines, based on a thorough and good faith examination of the material evidence and information presented to the Government, that the content alleged to be hosted or distributed in violation of section 3(a) is not child sexual abuse material. (3) Limitation on settlement by government.--The Government may settle an action brought under subsection (a) with the defendant if the court determines, after a hearing, that the proposed settlement is fair, adequate, and reasonable under all the circumstances. (4) Private prosecution.-- (A) In general.--If the Government elects not to proceed with an action under subsection (a), the person who initiated the action shall have the right to conduct the action. (B) Provision of case documents.--If the Government so requests, the Government shall be served with copies of all pleadings filed in the action and shall be supplied with copies of all deposition transcripts (at the Government's expense). (c) Award to Qui Tam Plaintiff.-- (1) Government prosecution.--If the Government proceeds with an action brought by a person under subsection (a)-- (A) the person shall receive not less than 25 percent of the proceeds of the action; (B) any payment to the person under subparagraph (A) shall be made from the proceeds of the action; (C) the person shall also receive an amount for reasonable expenses that the court finds to have been necessarily incurred, plus reasonable attorneys' fees and costs; and (D) all expenses, fees, and costs described in subparagraph (C) shall be awarded against the defendant. (2) Private prosecution.--If the Government does not proceed with an action under subsection (a)-- (A) the person bringing the action or settling the claim shall receive not less than 50 percent of the proceeds of the action or settlement of the claim; (B) any payment to the person under subparagraph (A) shall be made from the proceeds of the action; (C) the person shall also receive an amount for reasonable expenses that the court finds to have been necessarily incurred, plus reasonable attorneys' fees and costs; and (D) all expenses, fees, and costs described in subparagraph (C) shall be awarded against the defendant. (3) Unclean hands.-- (A) Reduction in share of proceeds for qui tam plaintiff.--Whether or not the Government proceeds with an action under subsection (a), if the court finds that the action was brought by a person who planned and initiated the violation of section 3(a) upon which the action was brought, then the court may, to the extent the court considers appropriate, reduce the share of the proceeds of the action that the person would otherwise receive under paragraph (1) or (2) of this subsection, taking into account the role of the person in advancing the case to litigation and any relevant circumstances pertaining to the violation. (B) Criminal conviction.-- (i) Dismissal of party.--If the person bringing an action under subsection (a) is convicted of criminal conduct arising from the person's role in the violation of section 3(a), the person-- (I) shall be dismissed from the action; and (II) may not receive any share of the proceeds of the action. (ii) Right of government to continue action.--A dismissal under clause (i) shall not prejudice the right of the United States to continue the action, represented by the Department of Justice. (4) Award of attorneys' fees and costs to defendant.--If the Government does not proceed with an action under subsection (a) and the person bringing the action conducts the action, the court may award to the defendant its reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses if the defendant prevails in the action. (d) Certain Actions Barred.--A person may not bring an action under subsection (a) that is based on allegations that are the subject of a civil action to which the Government is already a party. (e) Dismissal by Court.--The court shall dismiss an action or claim brought under subsection (a) if, as determined based on facts found by the court, the content alleged to be hosted or distributed in violation of section 3(a) is not child sexual abuse material. (f) Government Not Liable for Certain Expenses.--The Government is not liable for expenses that a person incurs in bringing an action under subsection (a). (g) Relation to Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934.-- Nothing in section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230) shall be construed to impair or limit any claim in a civil action brought under this section. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S824
National Risk Management Act of 2023
[ [ "H001076", "Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]", "sponsor" ], [ "R000615", "Sen. Romney, Mitt [R-UT]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 824 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 824 To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a national risk management cycle, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Ms. Hassan (for herself and Mr. Romney) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a national risk management cycle, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``National Risk Management Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT CYCLE. (a) In General.--Subtitle A of title XXII of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 651 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2220F. NATIONAL RISK MANAGEMENT CYCLE. ``(a) National Critical Functions Defined.--In this section, the term `national critical functions' means the functions of government and the private sector so vital to the United States that their disruption, corruption, or dysfunction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, national public health or safety, or any combination thereof. ``(b) National Risk Management Cycle.-- ``(1) Risk identification and assessment.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary, acting through the Director, shall establish a recurring process by which to identify and assess risks to critical infrastructure, considering both cyber and physical threats and the associated likelihoods, vulnerabilities, and consequences. ``(B) Consultation.--In establishing the process required under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall consult-- ``(i) Sector Risk Management Agencies; ``(ii) critical infrastructure owners and operators; ``(iii) the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs; ``(iv) the Assistant to the President for Homeland Security; and ``(v) the National Cyber Director. ``(C) Process elements.--The process established under subparagraph (A) shall include elements to-- ``(i) collect relevant information, collected pursuant to section 2218, from Sector Risk Management Agencies relating to the threats, vulnerabilities, and consequences related to the particular sectors of those Sector Risk Management Agencies; ``(ii) allow critical infrastructure owners and operators to submit relevant information to the Secretary for consideration; and ``(iii) outline how the Secretary will solicit input from other Federal departments and agencies. ``(D) Publication.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register procedures for the process established under subparagraph (A), subject to any redactions the Secretary determines are necessary to protect classified or other sensitive information. ``(E) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the President, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives a report on the risks identified by the process established under subparagraph (A)-- ``(i) not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section; and ``(ii) not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary submits a periodic evaluation described in section 9002(b)(2) of title XC of division H of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (6 U.S.C. 652a(b)(2)). ``(2) National critical infrastructure resilience strategy.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary delivers each report required under paragraph (1), the President shall deliver to majority and minority leaders of the Senate, the Speaker and minority leader of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives a national critical infrastructure resilience strategy designed to address the risks identified by the Secretary. ``(B) Elements.--Each strategy delivered under subparagraph (A) shall-- ``(i) prioritize areas of risk to critical infrastructure that would compromise or disrupt national critical functions impacting national security, economic security, or public health and safety; ``(ii) assess the implementation of the previous national critical infrastructure resilience strategy, as applicable; ``(iii) identify and outline current and proposed national-level actions, programs, and efforts, including resource requirements, to be taken to address the risks identified; ``(iv) identify the Federal departments or agencies responsible for leading each national- level action, program, or effort and the relevant critical infrastructure sectors for each; and ``(v) request any additional authorities necessary to successfully execute the strategy. ``(C) Form.--Each strategy delivered under subparagraph (A) shall be unclassified, but may contain a classified annex. ``(3) Congressional briefing.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the President delivers the first strategy required under paragraph (2)(A), and each year thereafter, the Secretary, in coordination with Sector Risk Management Agencies, shall brief the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives on-- ``(A) the national risk management cycle activities undertaken pursuant to the strategy delivered under subparagraph (A); and ``(B) the amounts and timeline for funding that the Secretary has determined would be necessary to address risks and successfully execute the full range of activities proposed by the strategy delivered subparagraph (A).''. (b) Technical and Conforming Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-296; 116 Stat. 2135) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2220E the following: ``Sec. 2220F. National risk management cycle.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S825
Protecting Consumers from Bailouts Act
[ [ "H001089", "Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 825 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 825 To provide limitations of special assessments on community banks, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Hawley (for himself and Mr. Braun) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide limitations of special assessments on community banks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Consumers from Bailouts Act''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON COMMUNITY BANKS. (a) In General.--The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation may not impose an assessment on any bank with less than $10,000,000,000 in total assets in imposing a special assessment under section 13(c)(4)(G)(ii) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1823(c)(4)(G)(ii)). (b) Prohibition on Increase of Fees to Customers.-- (1) In general.--No institution required to pay a special assessment under section 13(c)(4)(G)(ii) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1823(c)(4)(G)(ii)) in connection with the resolution of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in March 2023 by the Department of the Treasury shall increase any fees or charges to customers of the institution in an attempt to offset the costs of the special assessment. (2) Civil penalty.--A violation of paragraph (1) shall constitute a failure to pay an assessment under section 18(h) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1828(h)). SEC. 3. FDIC BONUS CLAWBACK AUTHORITY. Section 23(c)(4)(G) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1823(c)(4)(G)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) Incentive-based compensation claw back.-- ``(I) Definition.--In this clause: ``(aa) Incentive-based compensation.--The term `incentive-based compensation' includes any compensation that is granted, earned, or vested based wholly or in part upon the attainment of any financial reporting measure or other performance metric. ``(bb) Officer.--The term `officer' has the meaning given the term in section 240.16a-1 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations. ``(II) Clawback.-- ``(aa) In general.--If the Corporation takes other action or provides assistance under this subparagraph, the Corporation shall have authority to seek reimbursement to the Deposit Insurance Fund any amount of incentive-based compensation paid to an officer of an insured depository institution for which the Corporation is appointed receiver during the 1-year period ending on the date on which such appointment is made. ``(bb) Civil penalty.--Any officer who fails to reimburse the Deposit Insurance Fund under item (aa) shall be liable to the United States for a civil penalty equal to 3 times the amount of the incentive- based compensation received by the officer.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S826
International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023
[ [ "M001183", "Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]", "sponsor" ], [ "R000584", "Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 826 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 826 To facilitate the development of a whole-of-government strategy for nuclear cooperation and nuclear exports. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Manchin (for himself and Mr. Risch) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To facilitate the development of a whole-of-government strategy for nuclear cooperation and nuclear exports. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Advanced nuclear reactor.--The term ``advanced nuclear reactor'' means-- (A) a nuclear fission reactor, including a prototype plant (as defined in sections 50.2 and 52.1 of title 10, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)), with significant improvements compared to reactors operating on October 19, 2016, including improvements such as-- (i) additional inherent safety features; (ii) lower waste yields; (iii) improved fuel and material performance; (iv) increased tolerance to loss of fuel cooling; (v) enhanced reliability or improved resilience; (vi) increased proliferation resistance; (vii) increased thermal efficiency; (viii) reduced consumption of cooling water and other environmental impacts; (ix) the ability to integrate into electric applications and nonelectric applications; (x) modular sizes to allow for deployment that corresponds with the demand for electricity or process heat; and (xi) operational flexibility to respond to changes in demand for electricity or process heat and to complement integration with intermittent renewable energy or energy storage; (B) a fusion reactor; and (C) a radioisotope power system that utilizes heat from radioactive decay to generate energy. (2) Ally or partner nation.--The term ``ally or partner nation'' means-- (A) the Government of any country that is a member of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development; (B) the Government of the Republic of India; and (C) the Government of any country designated as an ally or partner nation by the Secretary of State for purposes of this Act. (3) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (A) the Committees on Foreign Relations and Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate; and (B) the Committees on Foreign Affairs and Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives. (4) Assistant.--The term ``Assistant'' means the Assistant to the President and Director for International Nuclear Energy Policy described in section 3(a)(1)(D). (5) Associated entity.--The term ``associated entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is owned, controlled, or operated by-- (i) an ally or partner nation; or (ii) an associated individual; or (B) is organized under the laws of, or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of, a country described in paragraph (2), including a corporation that is incorporated in a country described in that paragraph. (6) Associated individual.--The term ``associated individual'' means a foreign national who is a national of a country described in paragraph (2). (7) Civil nuclear.--The term ``civil nuclear'' means activities relating to-- (A) nuclear plant construction; (B) nuclear fuel services; (C) nuclear energy financing; (D) nuclear plant operations; (E) nuclear plant regulation; (F) nuclear medicine; (G) nuclear safety; (H) community engagement in areas in reasonable proximity to nuclear sites; (I) infrastructure support for nuclear energy; (J) nuclear plant decommissioning; (K) nuclear liability; (L) safe storage and safe disposal of spent nuclear fuel; (M) environmental safeguards; (N) nuclear nonproliferation and security; and (O) technology related to the matters described in subparagraphs (A) through (N). (8) Embarking civil nuclear nation.-- (A) In general.--The term ``embarking civil nuclear nation'' means a country that-- (i) does not have a civil nuclear energy program; (ii) is in the process of developing or expanding a civil nuclear energy program, including safeguards and a legal and regulatory framework, for-- (I) nuclear safety; (II) nuclear security; (III) radioactive waste management; (IV) civil nuclear energy; (V) environmental safeguards; (VI) community engagement in areas in reasonable proximity to nuclear sites; (VII) nuclear liability; or (VIII) advanced nuclear reactor licensing; (iii) is in the process of selecting, developing, constructing, or utilizing advanced light water reactors, advanced nuclear reactors, or advanced civil nuclear technologies; or (iv) had an annual per capita gross domestic product of not more than $28,000 in 2020. (B) Exclusions.--The term ``embarking civil nuclear nation'' does not include-- (i) the People's Republic of China; (ii) the Russian Federation; (iii) the Republic of Belarus; (iv) the Islamic Republic of Iran; (v) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; (vi) the Republic of Cuba; (vii) the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela; (viii) the Syrian Arab Republic; (ix) Burma; or (x) any other country-- (I) the property or interests in property of the government of which are blocked pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.); or (II) the government of which the Secretary of State has determined has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism for purposes of-- (aa) section 620A(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371(a)); (bb) section 40(d) of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2780(d)); (cc) section 1754(c)(1)(A)(i) of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4813(c)(1)(A)(i)); or (dd) any other relevant provision of law. (9) Nuclear safety.--The term ``nuclear safety'' means issues relating to the design, construction, operation, or decommissioning of nuclear facilities in a manner that ensures adequate protection of workers, the public, and the environment, including-- (A) the safe operation of nuclear reactors and other nuclear facilities; (B) radiological protection of-- (i) members of the public; (ii) workers; and (iii) the environment; (C) nuclear waste management; (D) emergency preparedness; (E) nuclear liability; and (F) the safe transportation of nuclear materials. (10) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (11) Spent nuclear fuel.--The term ``spent nuclear fuel'' has the meaning given the term in section 2 of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 (42 U.S.C. 10101). (12) U.S. nuclear energy company.--The term ``U.S. nuclear energy company'' means a company that-- (A) is organized under the laws of, or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of, the United States; and (B) is involved in the nuclear energy industry. SEC. 3. CIVIL NUCLEAR COORDINATION AND STRATEGY. (a) White House Focal Point on Civil Nuclear Coordination.-- (1) Sense of congress.--Given the critical importance of developing and implementing, with input from various agencies throughout the executive branch, a cohesive policy with respect to international efforts related to civil nuclear energy, it is the sense of Congress that-- (A) there should be a focal point within the White House, which may, if determined to be appropriate, report to the National Security Council, for coordination on issues relating to those efforts; (B) to provide that focal point, the President should establish, within the Executive Office of the President, an office, to be known as the ``Office of the Assistant to the President and Director for International Nuclear Energy Policy'' (referred to in this subsection as the ``Office''); (C) the Office should act as a coordinating office for-- (i) international civil nuclear cooperation; and (ii) civil nuclear export strategy; (D) the Office should be headed by an individual appointed as an Assistant to the President with the title of ``Director for International Nuclear Energy Policy''; and (E) the Office should-- (i) coordinate civil nuclear export policies for the United States; (ii) develop, in coordination with the officials described in paragraph (2), a cohesive Federal strategy for engagement with foreign governments (including ally or partner nations and the governments of embarking civil nuclear nations), associated entities, and associated individuals with respect to civil nuclear exports; (iii) coordinate with the officials described in paragraph (2) to ensure that necessary framework agreements and trade controls relating to civil nuclear materials and technologies are in place for key markets; and (iv) develop-- (I) a whole-of-government coordinating strategy for civil nuclear cooperation; (II) a whole-of-government strategy for civil nuclear exports; and (III) a whole-of-government approach to support appropriate foreign investment in civil nuclear energy projects supported by the United States in embarking civil nuclear nations. (2) Officials described.--The officials referred to in paragraph (1)(E) are-- (A) the appropriate officials of-- (i) the Department of State; (ii) the Department of Energy; (iii) the Department of Commerce; (iv) the Department of Transportation; (v) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; (vi) the Department of Defense; (vii) the National Security Council; (viii) the National Economic Council; (ix) the Office of the United States Trade Representative; (x) the Office of Management and Budget; (xi) the Office of the Director of National Intelligence; (xii) the Export-Import Bank of the United States; (xiii) the United States International Development Finance Corporation; (xiv) the United States Agency for International Development; (xv) the United States Trade and Development Agency; (xvi) the Office of Science and Technology Policy; and (xvii) any other Federal agency that the President determines to be appropriate; and (B) appropriate officials representing foreign countries and governments, including-- (i) ally or partner nations; (ii) embarking civil nuclear nations; and (iii) any other country or government that the Assistant (if appointed) and the officials described in subparagraph (A) jointly determine to be appropriate. (b) Nuclear Exports Working Group.-- (1) Establishment.--There is established a working group, to be known as the ``Nuclear Exports Working Group'' (referred to in this subsection as the ``working group''). (2) Composition.--The working group shall be composed of-- (A) senior-level Federal officials, selected internally by the applicable Federal agency or organization, from-- (i) the Department of State; (ii) the Department of Commerce; (iii) the Department of Energy; (iv) the Department of the Treasury; (v) the Export-Import Bank of the United States; (vi) the United States International Development Finance Corporation; (vii) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; (viii) the Office of the United States Trade Representative; and (ix) the United States Trade and Development Agency; and (B) other senior-level Federal officials, selected internally by the applicable Federal agency or organization, from any other Federal agency or organization that the Secretary determines to be appropriate. (3) Reporting.--The working group shall report to the appropriate White House official, which may be the Assistant (if appointed). (4) Duties.--The working group shall coordinate, not less frequently than quarterly, with the Civil Nuclear Trade Advisory Committee of the Department of Commerce, the Nuclear Energy Advisory Committee of the Department of Energy, and other advisory or stakeholder groups, as necessary, to maintain an accurate and up-to-date knowledge of the standing of civil nuclear exports from the United States, including with respect to meeting the targets established as part of the 10-year civil nuclear trade strategy described in paragraph (5)(A). (5) Strategy.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the working group shall establish a 10-year civil nuclear trade strategy, including biennial targets for the export of civil nuclear technologies, including light water and non- light water reactors and associated equipment and technologies, civil nuclear materials, and nuclear fuel that align with meeting international energy demand while seeking to avoid or reduce emissions. (B) Collaboration required.--In establishing the strategy under subparagraph (A), the working group shall collaborate with-- (i) the Secretary; (ii) the Secretary of Commerce; (iii) the Secretary of State; (iv) the Secretary of the Treasury; (v) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; (vi) the President of the Export-Import Bank of the United States; (vii) the Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation; (viii) the United States Trade Representative; and (ix) representatives of private industry. SEC. 4. ENGAGEMENT WITH ALLY OR PARTNER NATIONS. (a) In General.--The President shall launch, in accordance with applicable nuclear technology export laws (including regulations), an international initiative to modernize the civil nuclear outreach to embarking civil nuclear nations. (b) Financing.--In carrying out the initiative described in subsection (a), the President, acting through an appropriate Federal official, who may be the Assistant (if appointed) or the Chief Executive Officer of the International Development Finance Corporation, if determined to be appropriate, and in coordination with the officials described in section 3(a)(2), may, if the President determines to be appropriate, seek to establish cooperative financing relationships for the export of civil nuclear technology, components, materials, and infrastructure to embarking civil nuclear nations. (c) Activities.--In carrying out the initiative described in subsection (a), the President shall-- (1) assist nongovernmental organizations and appropriate offices, administrations, agencies, laboratories, and programs of the Department of Energy and other relevant Federal agencies and offices in providing education and training to foreign governments in nuclear safety, security, and safeguards-- (A) through engagement with the International Atomic Energy Agency; or (B) independently, if the applicable entity determines that it would be more advantageous under the circumstances to provide the applicable education and training independently; (2) assist the efforts of the International Atomic Energy Agency to expand the support provided by the International Atomic Energy Agency to embarking civil nuclear nations for nuclear safety, security, and safeguards; (3) coordinate the work of the Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation and the Export-Import Bank of the United States to expand outreach to the private investment community to create public- private financing relationships to assist in the adoption of civil nuclear technologies by embarking civil nuclear nations, including through exports from the United States; (4) seek to better coordinate, to the maximum extent practicable, the work carried out by each of-- (A) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; (B) the Department of Energy; (C) the Department of Commerce; (D) the Nuclear Energy Agency; (E) the International Atomic Energy Agency; and (F) the nuclear regulatory agencies and organizations of embarking civil nuclear nations and ally or partner nations; and (5) coordinate the work of the Export-Import Bank of the United States to improve the efficient and effective exporting and importing of civil nuclear technologies and materials. SEC. 5. COOPERATIVE FINANCING RELATIONSHIPS WITH ALLY OR PARTNER NATIONS AND EMBARKING CIVIL NUCLEAR NATIONS. (a) In General.--The President shall designate an appropriate White House official, who may be the Assistant (if appointed), and the Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation to coordinate with the officials described in section 3(a)(2) to develop, as the President determines to be appropriate, financing relationships with ally or partner nations to assist in the adoption of civil nuclear technologies exported from the United States or ally or partner nations to embarking civil nuclear nations. (b) United States Competitiveness Clauses.-- (1) Definition of united states competitiveness clause.--In this subsection, the term ``United States competitiveness clause'' means any United States competitiveness provision in any agreement entered into by the Department of Energy, including-- (A) a cooperative agreement; (B) a cooperative research and development agreement; and (C) a patent waiver. (2) Consideration.--In carrying out subsection (a), the relevant officials described in that subsection shall consider the impact of United States competitiveness clauses on any financing relationships entered into or proposed to be entered into under that subsection. (3) Waiver.--The Secretary shall facilitate waivers of United States competitiveness clauses as necessary to facilitate financing relationships with ally or partner nations under subsection (a). SEC. 6. COOPERATION WITH ALLY OR PARTNER NATIONS ON ADVANCED NUCLEAR REACTOR DEMONSTRATION AND COOPERATIVE RESEARCH FACILITIES FOR CIVIL NUCLEAR ENERGY. (a) In General.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Secretary of Commerce, shall conduct bilateral and multilateral meetings with not fewer than 5 ally or partner nations, with the aim of enhancing nuclear energy cooperation among those ally or partner nations and the United States, for the purpose of developing collaborative relationships with respect to research, development, licensing, and deployment of advanced nuclear reactor technologies for civil nuclear energy. (b) Requirement.--The meetings described in subsection (a) shall include-- (1) a focus on cooperation to demonstrate and deploy advanced nuclear reactors, with an emphasis on U.S. nuclear energy companies, during the 10-year period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act to provide options for addressing energy security and climate change; and (2) a focus on developing a memorandum of understanding or any other appropriate agreement between the United States and ally or partner nations with respect to-- (A) the demonstration and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors; and (B) the development of cooperative research facilities. (c) Financing Arrangements.--In conducting the meetings described in subsection (a), the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Secretary of Commerce, shall seek to develop financing arrangements to share the costs of the demonstration and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors and the development of cooperative research facilities with the ally or partner nations participating in those meetings. (d) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, the Secretary of State, and the Secretary of Commerce shall jointly submit to Congress a report highlighting potential partners-- (1) for the establishment of cost-share arrangements described in subsection (c); or (2) with which the United States may enter into agreements with respect to-- (A) the demonstration of advanced nuclear reactors; or (B) cooperative research facilities. SEC. 7. INTERNATIONAL CIVIL NUCLEAR ENERGY COOPERATION. Section 959B of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (42 U.S.C. 16279b) is amended-- (1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``The Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(a) In General.--The Secretary''; (2) in subsection (a) (as so designated)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``financing,''; and (ii) by striking ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``preparations for''; and (ii) in subparagraph (C)(v), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) to support, in coordination with the Secretary of State, the safe, secure, and peaceful use of civil nuclear technology in countries developing nuclear energy programs, with a focus on countries that have increased civil nuclear cooperation with the Russian Federation or the People's Republic of China; and ``(4) to promote the fullest utilization of the reactors, fuel, equipment, services, and technology of U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in section 2 of the International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023) in civil nuclear energy programs outside the United States through-- ``(A) bilateral and multilateral arrangements developed and executed in coordination with the Secretary of State that contain commitments for the utilization of the reactors, fuel, equipment, services, and technology of U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in that section); ``(B) the designation of 1 or more U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in that section) to implement an arrangement under subparagraph (A) if the Secretary determines that the designation is necessary and appropriate to achieve the objectives of this section; ``(C) the waiver of any provision of law relating to competition with respect to any activity related to an arrangement under subparagraph (A) if the Secretary, in consultation with the Attorney General and the Secretary of Commerce, determines that a waiver is necessary and appropriate to achieve the objectives of this section; and ``(D) the issuance of loans, loan guarantees, other financial assistance, or assistance in the form of an equity interest to carry out activities related to an arrangement under subparagraph (A), to the extent appropriated funds are available.''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Requirements.--The program under subsection (a) shall be supported in consultation with the Secretary of State and implemented by the Secretary-- ``(1) to facilitate, to the maximum extent practicable, workshops and expert-based exchanges to engage industry, stakeholders, and foreign governments with respect to international civil nuclear issues, such as-- ``(A) training; ``(B) financing; ``(C) safety; ``(D) security; ``(E) safeguards; ``(F) liability; ``(G) advanced fuels; ``(H) operations; and ``(I) options for multinational cooperation with respect to the disposal of spent nuclear fuel (as defined in section 2 of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 (42 U.S.C. 10101)); and ``(2) in coordination with-- ``(A) the National Security Council; ``(B) the Secretary of State; ``(C) the Secretary of Commerce; and ``(D) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. ``(c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out subsection (a)(3) $15,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027.''. SEC. 8. INTERNATIONAL CIVIL NUCLEAR PROGRAM SUPPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Assistant (if appointed), shall launch an international initiative (referred to in this section as the ``initiative'') to provide financial assistance to, and facilitate the building of technical capacities by, in accordance with this section, embarking civil nuclear nations for activities relating to the development of civil nuclear energy programs. (b) Financial Assistance.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out the initiative, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Assistant (if appointed), may award grants of financial assistance to embarking civil nuclear nations in accordance with this subsection-- (A) for activities relating to the development of civil nuclear energy programs; and (B) to facilitate the building of technical capacities for those activities. (2) Amount.--The amount of a grant of financial assistance under paragraph (1) shall be not more than $5,500,000. (3) Limitations.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Assistant (if appointed), may award-- (A) not more than 1 grant of financial assistance under paragraph (1) to any 1 embarking civil nuclear nation each fiscal year; and (B) not more than a total of 5 grants of financial assistance under paragraph (1) to any 1 embarking civil nuclear nation. (c) Senior Advisors.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out the initiative, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary and the Assistant (if appointed), may provide financial assistance to an embarking civil nuclear nation for the purpose of contracting with a U.S. nuclear energy company to hire 1 or more senior advisors to assist the embarking civil nuclear nation in establishing a civil nuclear program. (2) Requirement.--A senior advisor described in paragraph (1) shall have relevant experience and qualifications to advise the embarking civil nuclear nation on, and facilitate on behalf of the embarking civil nuclear nation, 1 or more of the following activities: (A) The development of financing relationships. (B) The development of a standardized financing and project management framework for the construction of nuclear power plants. (C) The development of a standardized licensing framework for-- (i) light water civil nuclear technologies; and (ii) non-light water civil nuclear technologies and advanced nuclear reactors. (D) The identification of qualified organizations and service providers. (E) The identification of funds to support payment for services required to develop a civil nuclear program. (F) Market analysis. (G) The identification of the safety, security, safeguards, and nuclear governance required for a civil nuclear program. (H) Risk allocation, risk management, and nuclear liability. (I) Technical assessments of nuclear reactors and technologies. (J) The identification of actions necessary to participate in a global nuclear liability regime based on the Convention on Supplementary Compensation for Nuclear Damage, with Annex, done at Vienna September 12, 1997 (TIAS 15-415). (K) Stakeholder engagement. (L) Management of spent nuclear fuel and nuclear waste. (M) Any other major activities to support the establishment of a civil nuclear program, such as the establishment of export, financing, construction, training, operations, and education requirements. (3) Clarification.--Financial assistance under this subsection may be provided to an embarking civil nuclear nation in addition to any financial assistance provided to that embarking civil nuclear nation under subsection (b). (d) Limitation on Assistance to Embarking Civil Nuclear Nations.-- Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Offices of the Inspectors General for the Department of State and the Department of Energy shall coordinate-- (1) to establish and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a joint strategic plan to conduct comprehensive oversight of activities authorized under this section to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; and (2) to engage in independent and effective oversight of activities authorized under this section through joint or individual audits, inspections, investigations, or evaluations. (e) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of State to carry out the initiative $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027. SEC. 9. BIENNIAL CABINET-LEVEL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NUCLEAR SAFETY, SECURITY, SAFEGUARDS, AND SUSTAINABILITY. (a) In General.--The President, in coordination with international partners, as determined by the President, and industry, shall hold a biennial conference on civil nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability (referred to in this section as a ``conference''). (b) Conference Functions.--It is the sense of Congress that each conference should-- (1) be a forum in which ally or partner nations may engage with each other for the purpose of reinforcing the commitment to-- (A) nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability; (B) environmental safeguards; and (C) local community engagement in areas in reasonable proximity to nuclear sites; and (2) facilitate-- (A) the development of-- (i) joint commitments and goals to improve-- (I) nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability; (II) environmental safeguards; and (III) local community engagement in areas in reasonable proximity to nuclear sites; (ii) stronger international institutions that support nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability; (iii) cooperative financing relationships to promote competitive alternatives to Chinese and Russian financing; (iv) a standardized financing and project management framework for the construction of civil nuclear power plants; (v) a standardized licensing framework for civil nuclear technologies; (vi) a strategy to change internal policies of multinational development banks, such as the World Bank, to support the financing of civil nuclear projects; (vii) a document containing any lessons learned from countries that have partnered with the Russian Federation or the People's Republic of China with respect to civil nuclear power, including any detrimental outcomes resulting from that partnership; and (viii) a global civil nuclear liability regime; (B) cooperation for enhancing the overall aspects of civil nuclear power, such as-- (i) nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability; (ii) nuclear laws (including regulations); (iii) waste management; (iv) quality management systems; (v) technology transfer; (vi) human resources development; (vii) localization; (viii) reactor operations; (ix) nuclear liability; and (x) decommissioning; and (C) the development and determination of the mechanisms described in paragraphs (7) and (8) of section 10(a), if the President intends to establish an Advanced Reactor Coordination and Resource Center as described in that section. (c) Input From Industry and Government.--It is the sense of Congress that each conference should include a meeting that convenes nuclear industry leaders and leaders of government agencies with expertise relating to nuclear safety, security, safeguards, or sustainability to discuss best practices relating to-- (1) the safe and secure use, storage, and transport of nuclear and radiological materials; (2) managing the evolving cyber threat to nuclear and radiological security; and (3) the role that the nuclear industry should play in nuclear and radiological safety, security, and safeguards, including with respect to the safe and secure use, storage, and transport of nuclear and radiological materials, including spent nuclear fuel and nuclear waste. SEC. 10. ADVANCED REACTOR COORDINATION AND RESOURCE CENTER. (a) In General.--The President shall consider the feasibility of leveraging existing activities or frameworks or, as necessary, establishing a center, to be known as the ``Advanced Reactor Coordination and Resource Center'' (referred to in this section as the ``Center''), for the purposes of-- (1) identifying qualified organizations and service providers-- (A) for embarking civil nuclear nations; (B) to develop and assemble documents, contracts, and related items required to establish a civil nuclear program; and (C) to develop a standardized model for the establishment of a civil nuclear program that can be used by the International Atomic Energy Agency; (2) coordinating with countries participating in the Center and with the Nuclear Exports Working Group established under section 3(b)-- (A) to identify funds to support payment for services required to develop a civil nuclear program; (B) to provide market analysis; and (C) to create-- (i) project structure models; (ii) models for electricity market analysis; (iii) models for nonelectric applications market analysis; and (iv) financial models; (3) identifying and developing the safety, security, safeguards, and nuclear governance required for a civil nuclear program; (4) supporting multinational regulatory standards to be developed by countries with civil nuclear programs and experience; (5) developing and strengthening communications, engagement, and consensus-building; (6) carrying out any other major activities to support export, financing, education, construction, training, and education requirements relating to the establishment of a civil nuclear program; (7) developing mechanisms for how to fund and staff the Center; and (8) determining mechanisms for the selection of the location or locations of the Center. (b) Objective.--The President shall carry out subsection (a) with the objective of establishing the Center if the President determines that it is feasible to do so. SEC. 11. INVESTMENT BY ALLIES AND PARTNERS OF THE UNITED STATES. (a) Commercial Licenses.--Section 103 d. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2133(d)) is amended, in the second sentence-- (1) by inserting ``for a production facility'' after ``No license''; and (2) by striking ``any any'' and inserting ``any''. (b) Medical Therapy and Research Development Licenses.--Section 104 d. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2134(d)) is amended, in the second sentence, by inserting ``for a production facility'' after ``No license''. SEC. 12. STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURE FUND WORKING GROUP. (a) Establishment.--There is established a working group, to be known as the ``Strategic Infrastructure Fund Working Group'' (referred to in this section as the ``working group'') to provide input on the feasibility of establishing a program to support strategically important capital-intensive infrastructure projects. (b) Composition.--The working group shall be-- (1) led by a White House official, who may be the Assistant (if appointed), who shall serve as the White House focal point with respect to matters relating to the working group; and (2) composed of-- (A) senior-level Federal officials, selected by the head of the applicable Federal agency or organization, from-- (i) the Department of State; (ii) the Department of the Treasury; (iii) the Department of Commerce; (iv) the Department of Energy; (v) the Export-Import Bank of the United States; (vi) the United States International Development Finance Corporation; and (vii) the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; (B) other senior-level Federal officials, selected by the head of the applicable Federal agency or organization, from any other Federal agency or organization that the Secretary determines to be appropriate; and (C) any senior-level Federal official selected by the White House official described in paragraph (1) from any Federal agency or organization. (c) Reporting.--The working group shall report to the National Security Council. (d) Duties.--The working group shall-- (1) provide direction and advice to the officials described in section 3(a)(2)(A) and appropriate Federal agencies, as determined by the working group, with respect to the establishment of a Strategic Infrastructure Fund (referred to in this subsection as the ``Fund'') to be used-- (A) to support those aspects of projects relating to-- (i) civil nuclear technologies; and (ii) microprocessors; and (B) for strategic investments identified by the working group; and (2) address critical areas in determining the appropriate design for the Fund, including-- (A) transfer of assets to the Fund; (B) transfer of assets from the Fund; (C) how assets in the Fund should be invested; and (D) governance and implementation of the Fund. (e) Report Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the working group shall submit to the committees described in paragraph (2) a report on the findings of the working group that includes suggested legislative text for how to establish and structure a Strategic Infrastructure Fund. (2) Committees described.--The committees referred to in paragraph (1) are-- (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, and the Committee on Finance of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives. (3) Administration of the fund.--The report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include suggested legislative language requiring all expenditures from a Strategic Infrastructure Fund established in accordance with this section to be administered by the Secretary of State (or a designee of the Secretary of State). SEC. 13. JOINT ASSESSMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND INDIA ON NUCLEAR LIABILITY RULES. (a) In General.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall establish and maintain within the U.S.-India Strategic Security Dialogue a joint consultative mechanism with the Government of the Republic of India that convenes on a recurring basis-- (1) to assess the implementation of the Agreement for Cooperation between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of India Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, signed at Washington October 10, 2008 (TIAS 08- 1206); (2) to discuss opportunities for the Republic of India to align domestic nuclear liability rules with international norms; and (3) to develop a strategy for the United States and the Republic of India to pursue bilateral and multilateral diplomatic engagements related to analyzing and implementing those opportunities. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 5 years, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that describes the joint assessment developed pursuant to subsection (a)(1). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S827
A bill to provide that no Federal funds may be used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule of the Department of Justice entitled "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'Stabilizing Braces'".
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 827 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 827 To provide that no Federal funds may be used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule of the Department of Justice entitled ``Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached `Stabilizing Braces'''. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Kennedy (for himself and Mr. Marshall) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide that no Federal funds may be used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule of the Department of Justice entitled ``Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached `Stabilizing Braces'''. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. NO FEDERAL FUNDS FOR DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE RULE ON STABILIZING BRACES. No Federal funds may be used to implement, administer, or enforce the rule of the Department of Justice entitled ``Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached `Stabilizing Braces'''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S828
Communications Security Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 828 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 828 To codify and authorize the Federal Communications Commission's establishment of a council to make recommendations on ways to increase the security, reliability, and interoperability of communications networks, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 15, 2023 Mr. Peters (for himself and Mr. Moran) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To codify and authorize the Federal Communications Commission's establishment of a council to make recommendations on ways to increase the security, reliability, and interoperability of communications networks, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Communications Security Act''. SEC. 2. COUNCIL ON COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY, RELIABILITY, AND INTEROPERABILITY. (a) Codification and Establishment.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission shall establish a council to advise the Commission on issues including the security, reliability, and interoperability of communications networks. (2) Existing advisory committee.--Any Federal advisory committee of the Commission that is operating on the date of enactment of this Act under a charter filed in accordance with section 1008(c) of title 5, United States Code, for the purpose of addressing the issues described in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall satisfy the requirement under that paragraph if, not later than 90 days after that date, the membership of the Federal advisory committee is modified, as necessary, to comply with subsection (b) of this section. (b) Membership.-- (1) Appointment.--The members of the Council shall be appointed by the Chair. (2) Composition.--The Chair shall appoint as members of the Council the following: (A) Representatives of companies or relevant trade associations in the communications industry with facilities in the United States, except entities that are determined by the Chair to be not trusted, including, at minimum-- (i) 1 representative of a national wireless provider; (ii) 1 representative of a national wireline provider; (iii) 1 representative of a national cable provider; (iv) 1 representative of a national satellite provider; and (v) 1 representative of an equipment manufacturer. (B) Representatives of government, including, at minimum-- (i) 1 representative of the Federal Government, including not less than 1 representative of the Department of Homeland Security; and (ii) 1 representative of a State government, local government, or Tribal government, including not less than 1 representative from each type of government, if feasible. (C) Representatives of public interest organizations or academic institutions, except public interest organizations or academic institutions that are determined by the Chair to be not trusted, provided that not more than \1/3\ of the membership of the Council be from public interest organizations or academic institutions. (3) Knowledge and experience.--Each member of the Council shall have knowledge and experience relevant to the purpose and goals of the Council. (4) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member of the Council shall be appointed for a term of 2 years, except as provided in subparagraph (B). (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the term for which the member's predecessor was appointed shall be appointed only for the remainder of that term. A member may serve after the expiration of that member's term until a successor has taken office. (c) Consultation.--The Chair may consult with the Secretary of Homeland Security as the Chair determines appropriate to enable coordination on matters pertaining to the Council. (d) Duration.--Section 1013(a)(2) of title 5, United States Code, (relating to the termination of advisory committees) shall not apply to the Council. (e) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Chair.--The term ``Chair'' means the Chairman of the Commission. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Council.--The term ``Council'' means the council established under subsection (a). (4) Not trusted.--The term ``not trusted'' means, with respect to an entity, that-- (A) the Chair has made a public determination that such entity is owned by, controlled by, or subject to the influence of a foreign adversary; or (B) the Chair determines that such entity poses a threat to the national security of the United States, using solely the criteria described in paragraphs (1) through (4) of section 2(c) of the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 (47 U.S.C. 1601(c)), as appropriate. (5) State.--The term ``State'' has the meaning given such term in section 3 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S829
Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act
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<p><b>Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act</b></p> <p>This bill requires registered lobbyists to disclose any foreign countries or political parties that are involved in the direction, planning, supervision, or control of the lobbyist's activities.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 829 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 829 To amend the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 to clarify a provision relating to certain contents of registrations under that Act. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Mr. Peters, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Durbin, Ms. Hassan, Ms. Sinema, Ms. Stabenow, and Mr. Hawley) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 to clarify a provision relating to certain contents of registrations under that Act. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Disclosing Foreign Influence in Lobbying Act''. SEC. 2. CLARIFICATION OF CONTENTS OF REGISTRATION. Section 4(b) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (2) in paragraph (7), by striking ``the offense.'' and inserting the following: ``the offense; and ``(8) notwithstanding paragraph (4), the name and address of each government of a foreign country (including any agency or subdivision of a foreign government, such as a regional or municipal unit of government) and foreign political party, other than the client, that participates in the direction, planning, supervision, or control of any lobbying activities of the registrant.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S83
American Apprenticeship Act
[ [ "K000367", "Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]", "sponsor" ], [ "C001035", "Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>American Apprenticeship Act</strong></p> <p>This bill authorizes the Department of Labor to make grants to assist states in carrying out projects that defray the cost of pre-apprenticeship or related instruction for qualified apprenticeship programs.</p> <p>Labor shall (1) establish performance measures and an evaluation system for such grant program; and (2) identify in-demand occupations that lack the use of apprenticeships, analyze the use of the qualified apprenticeship program model in those occupations, and report on such analysis to states and Congress.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 83 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 83 To assist States in, and pay for the Federal share of the cost of, defraying the cost of pre-apprenticeships or related instruction associated with qualified apprenticeship programs, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Ms. Collins) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To assist States in, and pay for the Federal share of the cost of, defraying the cost of pre-apprenticeships or related instruction associated with qualified apprenticeship programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Apprenticeship Act''. SEC. 2. PRE-APPRENTICESHIP AND QUALIFIED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS. (a) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Qualified apprenticeship.--The term ``qualified apprenticeship'', used with respect to a program, means an apprenticeship program that is-- (A) registered under the Act of August 16, 1937 (commonly known as the ``National Apprenticeship Act''; 50 Stat. 664, chapter 663; 29 U.S.C. 50 et seq.); and (B) concentrated in an industry sector or occupation that represents less than 10 percent of apprenticeable occupations or of the programs under the national apprenticeship system. (2) Postsecondary educational institution.--The term ``postsecondary educational institution'' means an institution of higher education, as defined in section 102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002). (3) Pre-apprenticeship.--The term ``pre-apprenticeship'', used with respect to a program, means an initiative or set of strategies that-- (A) is designed to prepare individuals to enter and succeed in a qualified apprenticeship program; (B) is carried out by a sponsor described in paragraph (6)(B) that has a documented partnership with one or more sponsors of qualified apprenticeship programs; and (C) includes each of the following: (i) Training (including a curriculum for the training), aligned with industry standards related to apprenticeships in a qualified apprenticeship program, and reviewed and approved annually by sponsors of such apprenticeships within the documented partnership, that will prepare individuals by teaching the skills and competencies needed to enter one or more qualified apprenticeship programs. (ii) Provision of hands-on training and theoretical education to individuals that-- (I) is carried out in a manner that includes proper observation of supervision and safety protocols; and (II) is carried out in a manner that does not displace a paid employee. (iii) A formal agreement with a sponsor of a qualified apprenticeship program that would enable participants who successfully complete the pre-apprenticeship program to enter directly into the qualified apprenticeship program (if a place in the program is available and if the participant meets the qualifications of the qualified apprenticeship program), and includes agreements concerning earning credit recognized by a postsecondary educational institution for skills and competencies acquired during the pre-apprenticeship program. (4) Related instruction.--The term ``related instruction'' means an organized and systematic form of classroom or web- based instruction designed to provide an apprentice with the knowledge of the theoretical and technical subjects related to the occupation of the apprentice or the instruction needed to prepare an individual to enter and succeed in an qualified apprenticeship program. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Labor. (6) Sponsor.--The term ``sponsor'' means-- (A) with respect to a qualified apprenticeship program, an employer, joint labor-management partnership, trade association, professional association, labor organization, or other entity, that administers the qualified apprenticeship program; and (B) with respect to a pre-apprenticeship program, a local educational agency, a secondary school, an area career and technical education school, a State board, a local board, a joint labor-management committee, a labor organization, or a community-based organization, with responsibility for the pre-apprenticeship program. (7) Workforce innovation and opportunity act definitions.-- The terms ``area career and technical education school'', ``community-based organization'', ``individual with a barrier to employment'', ``local board'', ``local educational agency'', ``secondary school'', and ``State board'' have the meanings given the terms in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102). (b) Grants for Tuition Assistance.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary may make grants to States on a competitive basis to assist the States in, and pay for the Federal share of the cost of, defraying the cost of a pre- apprenticeship, or the cost of related instruction, associated with a qualified apprenticeship program. (2) Application.--To be eligible to receive a grant under this subsection, a State shall submit an application to the Secretary for such a project at such time, in such manner, and containing a strategic plan that contains such information as the Secretary may require, including-- (A) information identifying the State agency (referred to in this Act as the ``State entity'') that will administer the grant as determined by the Governor of the State; (B) a description of strategies that the State entity will use to collaborate with key industry representatives, State agencies, postsecondary educational institutions, labor-management entities, and other relevant partners to launch or expand pre- apprenticeships for and apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs; (C) a description of how the State entity will-- (i) coordinate activities carried out under this subsection with activities carried out under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.) and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) to support pre- apprenticeships for and apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs; (ii) leverage funds provided under the Acts specified in clause (i) to support pre- apprenticeships for and apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs; and (iii) utilize, and encourage individual participants in programs supported under this subsection to utilize, available Federal and State financial assistance, including assistance available under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.), education assistance benefits available to veterans, and Federal Pell Grants available under section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070a), prior to using assistance made available under this Act; (D) a description of strategies to elevate apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs as a workforce solution in nontraditional industries, such as information technology, health care, advanced manufacturing, transportation, and other industries determined to be high-demand by the State board for the State; (E) a description of activities that the State entity will carry out to build awareness about the economic potential of apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs; (F) a description that outlines how the State entity will increase opportunities for pre- apprenticeships for and apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs, among members of minority groups, youth, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with barriers to employment; (G) a description of-- (i) how the State entity will ensure that the qualified apprenticeship program meets certain performance measures and quality standards, including that the qualified apprenticeship program has been in existence for not fewer than 6 months prior to the application date; (ii) the targeted outreach strategies that the State entity will use for populations previously underserved through apprenticeships; and (iii) any State performance measures that the State will use, at the election of the State, to measure the effectiveness of the project; and (H) in the case of a State that has already received a grant under this subsection for a project, information indicating that the State met the performance measures with respect to the project. (3) Application review process.--A joint team of employees from the Department of Labor and the Department of Education shall-- (A) review such an application; and (B) make recommendations to the Secretary regarding approval of the application. (4) Use of funds.--A State that receives a grant under this subsection shall use the funds made available through the grant to defray any of the following costs of related instruction: (A) Tuition and fees. (B) Cost of textbooks, equipment, curriculum development, and other required educational materials. (C) Costs of any other item or service determined by the State to be necessary. (5) Administrative costs.--The State may use not more than 10 percent of the grant funds for administrative costs relating to carrying out the project described in paragraph (1). (6) Performance and evaluation.--The Secretary, after consultation with the Secretary of Education, shall-- (A) establish performance measures based on indicators set by the Administrator of the Office of Apprenticeship of the Department of Labor; and (B) establish an evaluation system aligned with the performance measures, and reporting requirements for the program carried out under this subsection. (c) Federal Share.-- (1) In general.--The Federal share of the cost described in subsection (b)(1) shall be not less than 20 percent and not more than 50 percent. (2) Non-federal share.--The State may make the non-Federal share available-- (A) in cash or in kind, fairly evaluated, including plant, equipment, or services; and (B) directly or through donations from public or private entities. (d) Report.--The Secretary shall prepare and submit to Congress, not later than September 30, 2028, a report-- (1) detailing the results of the evaluation described in subsection (b)(6)(B); and (2) analyzing the extent to which States have used grant funds effectively under this section. (e) Policy of the United States.--It is the policy of the United States that funds made available under this section should be used to supplement and not supplant other funds available under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3101 et seq.) and other Federal and State funds available to the State to support workforce development programs. SEC. 3. IDENTIFYING IN-DEMAND OCCUPATIONS. The Secretary shall-- (1) identify in-demand occupations nationally and regionally that lack the use of apprenticeships in qualified apprenticeship programs; (2) analyze the use of the qualified apprenticeship program model in those identified in-demand occupations; and (3) prepare and submit to States and Congress a report that contains the analysis described in paragraph (2). SEC. 4. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $15,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2029. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S830
SALT Deduction Fairness Act
[ [ "C001035", "Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]", "sponsor" ] ]
<p> <strong>SALT Deduction Fairness Act</strong></p> This bill increases to $20,000 the amount that a married couple filing a joint tax return may deduct for certain state and local taxes.
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 830 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 830 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitation on the amount individuals filing jointly can deduct for certain State and local taxes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Collins introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitation on the amount individuals filing jointly can deduct for certain State and local taxes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``SALT Deduction Fairness Act''. SEC. 2. INCREASE IN LIMITATION ON DEDUCTION FOR INDIVIDUALS FILING JOINTLY ON STATE AND LOCAL TAXES. (a) In General.--Section 164(b)(6)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking ``$10,000 ($5,000 in the case of a married individual filing a separate return)'' and inserting ``$10,000 (twice such amount in the case of a joint return)''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S831
Transnational Repression Policy Act
[ [ "M001176", "Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]", "sponsor" ], [ "R000595", "Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C000141", "Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H000601", "Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001096", "Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001277", "Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000476", "Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 831 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 831 To address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Merkley (for himself, Mr. Rubio, Mr. Cardin, and Mr. Hagerty) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To address transnational repression by foreign governments against private individuals, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``Transnational Repression Policy Act''. (b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Findings. Sec. 3. Statement of policy. Sec. 4. Amendments to annual country reports on human rights practices. Sec. 5. Interagency strategy to address transnational repression in United States and abroad. Sec. 6. Training. Sec. 7. Intelligence gathering. Sec. 8. Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice initiatives to combat transnational repression in the United States. Sec. 9. Imposition of sanctions relating to transnational repression. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Transnational repression against individuals who live outside their countries of origin, prominent or vocal anti- regime figures, and persons who provide aid and support to dissidents-- (A) is a human rights violation that seeks to stifle dissent and enhance control over exile, activist, emigrant, and diaspora communities; and (B) can take the form of-- (i) extrajudicial killings; (ii) physical assaults and intimidation; (iii) unlawful detentions; (iv) unlawful renditions; (v) unlawful deportations; (vi) unexplained or enforced disappearances; (vii) physical or online surveillance or stalking; (viii) unwarranted passport cancellation or control over other identification documents; (ix) INTERPOL abuse; (x) intimidation by diplomatic personnel, government officials, or proxies; (xi) unlawful asset freezes; (xii) digital threats, such as cyberattacks, targeted surveillance and spyware, online harassment, and intimidation; (xiii) coercion by proxy, such as harassment of, or threats or harm to, family and associates of such private individuals who remain in the country of origin; and (xiv) slander and libel to discredit individuals. (2) Governments perpetrating transnational repression often pressure host countries, especially-- (A) through threats to condition foreign assistance or other pressure campaigns on lawmakers in host countries, such as threats-- (i) to withdraw foreign students from their universities; and (ii) to induce them to enact policies that repress emigrant and diaspora communities; and (B) by offering financial and material assistance to host countries to harass and intimidate emigrant and diaspora communities. (3) Transnational repression is a threat to individuals, democratic institutions, the exercise of rights and freedoms, and national security and sovereignty. (4) Authoritarian governments increasingly rely on transnational repression as their consolidation of control at home pushes dissidents abroad. (5) The spread of digital technologies provides new tools for censoring, surveilling, and targeting individuals deemed to be threats across international borders, especially dissidents pushed abroad who themselves rely on communications technology to amplify their messages, which can often lead to physical attacks and coercion by proxy. (6) Many acts of transnational repression are undertaken through cooperation of, or cooperation with, authorities in the host country, most notably by taking advantage of other States' concerns about terrorism to accuse the targeted individual of terrorism or extremism. (7) Authoritarian actors routinely attempt to deter and silence the voices of dissident and exile communities at international fora, as documented by the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for Human Rights in the Secretary- General's annual report on reprisals to the United Nations Human Rights Council. (8) The principle of non-refoulement, which is explicitly included in the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984-- (A) forms an essential protection under international law; and (B) prohibits countries from expelling or returning an individual to another country where the individual's life or freedom would be threatened on account of the individual's race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion, or due to substantial grounds for believing that the individual would be at risk of torture. SEC. 3. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States-- (1) to protect persons in the United States and United States persons outside of the United States from undue foreign harassment, intimidation, coercion, and surveillance in accordance with section 6 of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2756); (2) to pursue criminal prosecutions, as appropriate, and carry out other steps, such as facilitating mutual legal assistance and other forms of international cooperation with like-minded partners, in accordance with United States law, to hold foreign governments and individuals accountable when they stalk, publish false narratives online with the intent to unlawfully intimidate, harass, coerce, or assault people in the United States or United States persons outside of the United States or collect information while acting as a foreign agent in the United States without notifying United States authorities; and (3) to prohibit the arrest or seizure of assets of any individual based solely on an INTERPOL Red Notice or Diffusion issued by another INTERPOL member country for such individual because such notices do not meet the requirements of the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. SEC. 4. AMENDMENTS TO ANNUAL COUNTRY REPORTS ON HUMAN RIGHTS PRACTICES. Section 116 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151n) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(h) Use of Transnational Repression.--The country reports required under subsection (d) shall, as applicable-- ``(1) describe incidents in which a government has harassed, intimidated, or killed individuals outside of their internationally recognized borders and document patterns of such repression among repeat offenders; ``(2) identify the countries in which such repression occurs and the roles of the host government in enabling, preventing, mitigating, and responding to such acts; ``(3) describe the tactics used by the countries identified pursuant to paragraph (2), including the actions identified in section 2(1) and any new techniques observed; and ``(4) in the case of digital surveillance and harassment, specify the type of technology or platform, including social media, smart city technology, health tracking systems, general surveillance technology, and data access, transfer, and storage procedures, used by the countries for such actions.''. SEC. 5. INTERAGENCY STRATEGY TO ADDRESS TRANSNATIONAL REPRESSION IN UNITED STATES AND ABROAD. (a) In General.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the heads of other appropriate Federal departments and agencies, shall submit a report to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that contains a United States strategy to promote initiatives that will-- (1) enhance international awareness of transnational repression; (2) address transnational repression, including through raising the costs of such activities for perpetrating governments and protecting targeted individuals and groups; (3) conduct regular outreach (whether through government agencies or civil society organizations) with diaspora communities and other people who have been targeted by foreign governments regarding the transnational threats they face within the United States and around the world and the resources available to them without putting them at further risk; and (4) develop policy and programmatic-related responses based on input from the communities and people referred to in paragraph (3) and regularly seek and consider credible information obtained by nongovernmental organizations working on issues of transnational repression. (b) Matters To Be Included.-- (1) Diplomacy.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (A) a plan developed in consultation with like- minded partner governments, civil society, the business community, and other entities for advancing and promoting-- (i) the rule of law and human rights globally with respect to the use of surveillance technology and export licensing policy regarding such technology; and (ii) safeguards to prevent the access, use, and storage of personal digital data by governments and technology companies for the purposes of transnational repression; (B) public affairs, public diplomacy, and counter- messaging efforts, including through the use of the voice, vote, and influence of the United States at international bodies-- (i) to promote awareness; (ii) to develop a common understanding; and (iii) to draw critical attention to and oppose acts of transnational repression; (C) a plan for establishing or strengthening regional and international coalitions-- (i) to monitor cases of transnational repression, including reprisals when human rights defenders and other activists face reprisals for engaging at multilateral organizations, such as the United Nations; and (ii) to create or strengthen emergency alert mechanisms for key stakeholders within the international community that can engage in public or private diplomacy to address emergency cases of transnational repression, including cases involving individuals and their family members who are at serious risk of rendition, disappearance, unlawful deportation, refoulement, or other actions; (D) an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of working with partners and allies to push for the establishment of a special rapporteur for transnational repression at the United Nations; and (E) a plan for engaging with diplomats and consular officials who abuse their positions by intimidating, threatening, attacking, or otherwise undermining the human rights and fundamental freedoms of exiles and members of diasporas in the United States. (2) Assistance programming.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (A) ways in which the United States Government has previously and will continue to provide support to civil society organizations in the United States and in countries in which transnational repression occurs-- (i) to improve the documentation, investigation, and research of cases, trends, and tactics of transnational repression, including-- (I) any potential for misusing security tools to target individual dissidents, activists, or journalists; and (II) ramifications of transnational repression in undermining United States policy or assistance efforts to promote internationally recognized human rights and democracy overseas; and (ii) to promote the transparency of the host country decision-making processes, including instances in which law enforcement actions against victims of transnational repression occurred because of INTERPOL red notices or extradition treaties; and (B) a description of new or existing emergency assistance mechanisms, including the Fundamental Freedoms Fund and the Lifeline Embattled CSO Assistance Fund, to aid at-risk groups, communities, and individuals, and victims of transnational repression in the United States and in countries in which transnational repression occurs to address-- (i) physical security installation and support; (ii) operational support of organizations providing assistance to at-risk groups, communities, and individuals; (iii) psychosocial and psycho-emotional support; (iv) medical assistance, subject to the limitations of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.); (v) digital security installation and support; (vi) support and training beyond basic digital hygiene training, including emergency response to cyberattacks and enhanced capacity to deter surveillance and monitoring by malicious actors; (vii) relocation support; (viii) legal advice and assistance; and (ix) trainings to build on their existing capacities so they can continue their activism. (3) Law enforcement in the united states.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include-- (A) the consideration of updates to United States law to directly address certain tactics of transnational repression, including-- (i) the criminalization of the gathering of information about private individuals in diaspora and exile communities on behalf of a foreign power that is intending to harass, intimidate, or harm an individual in order to prevent their exercise of internationally recognized human rights; and (ii) the expansion of the definition of foreign agents under the Foreign Registrations Act of 1938 (22 U.S.C. 611 et seq.) and section 951 of title 18, United States Code; (B) ways in which the Federal Bureau of Investigation coordinates with the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, United States intelligence agencies, and domestic law enforcement agencies in partner countries in responding to transnational repression; (C) full consideration of unintended negative impacts of such expanded legal authorities on the civil liberties of communities targeted by transnational repression, taking into account the views of such affected communities; (D) the development of specific outreach strategies to connect law enforcement, other agencies, and local municipal officials with targeted diaspora communities to ensure that individuals who are vulnerable to transnational repression are aware of the Federal and local resources available to them without putting them at further risk; and (E) examining and reviewing the steps taken to address the legality of foreign governments establishing overseas police stations to monitor members of the diaspora. (c) Additional Matters To Be Included.--In addition to the matters set forth in subsection (b), the report required under subsection (a) shall include-- (1) to the extent practicable, a list of-- (A) the governments that perpetrate transnational repression most often and the host countries that such governments are targeting most often; (B) the host governments that cooperate most often with the governments on transnational repression actions referred to in subparagraph (A); (C) any individuals, whether United States citizens or foreign nationals, who are complicit in transnational repression as agents of a foreign government referred to in subparagraph (A) who are operating in the United States; (D) refugees, asylum seekers, and populations that are most vulnerable to transnational repression in the United States and, to the extent possible, in foreign countries; (E) entities that are exporting dual-use spyware technology to any of the governments referred to in subparagraph (A); (F) entities that are buying and selling personally identifiable information that can be used to track and surveil potential victims; and (G) entities that are exporting items on the Commerce Control List (as set forth in Supplement No. 1 to part 774 of the Export Administration Regulations under subchapter C of chapter VII of title 15, Code of Federal Regulations) to any governments referred to in subparagraph (a) that can be misused for human rights abuses; (2) an assessment of how data that is purchased by governments most often perpetrating transnational repression is utilized; and (3) a description of any actions taken by the United States Government to address transnational repression under existing law, including-- (A) section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)(3)(C)); (B) section 1263 of the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 2656 note); (C) the interim final rule issued by the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce relating to ``Information Security Controls: Cybersecurity Items'' (86 Fed. Reg. 58205; October 21, 2021; 87 Fed. Reg. 1670, effective March 7, 2022); (D) section 7031(c) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2020 (division G of Public Law 116-94; 8 U.S.C. 1182 note); (E) prosecutions and the statutory authority authorizing such prosecutions; (F) establishing specific bureaucratic structures focused on transnational repression; (G) which agencies are conducting outreach to victims of transnational repression and the form of such outreach; (H) the challenges of intelligence agencies in identifying transnational repression threats and perpetrators; and (I) United States technology companies that knowingly or unknowingly employ, or provide access to information to, foreign intelligence officers. (d) Form.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex, if necessary. (e) Updates.--The Secretary of State shall provide the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives with annual updates of the strategy required under subsection (a). SEC. 6. TRAINING. (a) Department of State Personnel.-- (1) In general.--In order to provide United States diplomats and personnel stationed around the world with the level of understanding to recognize and combat transnational repression, the Secretary of State, in consultation with civil society and the business community, shall provide training to such members of the Foreign Service, including chiefs of mission, regarding transnational repression, including training on-- (A) how to identify different tactics of transnational repression in physical and nonphysical forms; (B) which governments are known to employ transnational repression most frequently; (C) which governments are most likely to cooperate with governments on transnational repression-related actions referred to in subparagraph (B); and (D) tools of digital surveillance and other cyber tools used to carry out transnational repression activities. (2) Authorization of appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2024 through 2027, to develop and implement the curriculum described in paragraph (1). (b) United States Officials Responsible for Domestic Threats of Transnational Repression.-- (1) In general.--In order to achieve an adequate level of understanding to recognize and combat transnational repression, the Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Director of National Intelligence, civil society, and the business community, shall provide the training recipients referred to in paragraph (2) with training regarding transnational repression, including training on-- (A) how to identify different tactics of transnational repression in physical and nonphysical forms; (B) which governments are known to employ transnational repression most frequently; (C) which communities and locations in the United States are most vulnerable to transnational repression; (D) tools of digital surveillance and other cyber tools used to carry out transnational repression activities; (E) espionage and foreign agent laws; and (F) how foreign governments may try to coopt the immigration system. (2) Training recipients.--The training recipients referred to in this paragraph include, to the extent deemed appropriate and necessary by their respective agency heads in the case of any Federal employee-- (A) employees of-- (i) the Department of Homeland Security, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; (ii) the Department of Justice, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and (iii) the Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Department of Health and Human Services; (B) other Federal, State, and local law enforcement and municipal officials receiving instruction at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center; and (C) appropriate private sector and community partners of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (3) Authorization of appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2024 through 2027, to develop and provide the curriculum and training described in paragraph (1). SEC. 7. INTELLIGENCE GATHERING. The intelligence community (as defined in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003) shall devote significant resources-- (1) to prioritize, to the extent feasible, the identification of individuals, networks, and tools that are used for perpetrating transnational repression against communities in the United States on behalf of foreign governments; (2) to share relevant and appropriate information with like-minded partners; and (3) to effectively coordinate such efforts with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Department of Homeland Security, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and the Department of State. SEC. 8. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE INITIATIVES TO COMBAT TRANSNATIONAL REPRESSION IN THE UNITED STATES. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Homeland Security and the Attorney General, in consultation with the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, shall-- (1) dedicate resources to ensure that a tip line for victims and witnesses of transnational repression-- (A) is staffed by people who are-- (i) equipped with cultural and linguistic ability to communicate effectively with diaspora and exile communities; and (ii) knowledgeable of the tactics of transnational repression; (B) is encrypted and, to the maximum extent practicable, protects the confidentiality of the identifying information of individuals who may call the tip line; (2) not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act-- (A) identify existing Federal resources to assist and protect individuals and communities targeted by transnational repression in the United States; and (B) in cooperation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the heads of other Federal agencies, publish such resources in a toolkit or guide; (3) continue to conduct proactive outreach so that individuals in targeted communities-- (A) are aware of the tip line described in paragraph (1); and (B) are informed about the types of incidents that should be reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation; (4) support data collection and analysis undertaken by Federal research and development centers regarding the needs of targeted communities in the United States, with the goal of identifying priority needs and developing solutions and assistance mechanisms, while recognizing that such mechanisms may differ depending on geographic location of targeted communities, language, and other factors; (5) continue to issue advisories to, and engage regularly with, communities that are at particular risk of transnational repression, including specific diaspora communities-- (A) to explain what transnational repression is and clarify the threshold at which incidents of transnational repression constitute a crime; and (B) to identify the resources available to individuals in targeted communities to facilitate their reporting of, and to protect them from, transnational repression, without placing such individuals at additional risk; and (6) conduct annual trainings with caseworker staff in congressional offices regarding the tactics of transnational repression and the resources available to their constituents. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2024 through 2027, for the research, development, outreach, and training activities described in subsection (a). SEC. 9. IMPOSITION OF SANCTIONS RELATING TO TRANSNATIONAL REPRESSION. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Admission; admitted; alien; lawfully admitted for permanent residence.--The terms ``admission'', ``admitted'', ``alien'', and ``lawfully admitted for permanent residence'' have the meanings given such terms in section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). (2) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (B) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate; (C) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (D) the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives. (3) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an individual or entity that is not a United States person. (4) Transnational repression.--The term ``transnational repression'' means actions of a foreign government, or agents of a foreign government, involving the transgression of national borders through physical, digital, or analog means to intimidate, silence, coerce, harass, or harm members of diaspora and exile communities in order to prevent their exercise of internationally recognized human rights. (5) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or the laws of any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity; and (C) any person who is physically present in the United States. (b) Report Required.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and not less frequently than annually thereafter, the Secretary of State shall submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees that, except as provided in paragraph (2), identifies each foreign person that the President determines has, on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, whether knowingly or unknowingly, directly engaged in transnational repression. (2) Exception.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall not identify individuals if such identification would interfere with law enforcement efforts. (3) Explanation.--If a foreign person identified in the report required under paragraph (1) is not subject to sanctions under section (c), the report shall explain, to the extent practicable, the reasons such sanctions were not imposed on such person. (4) Form.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex. (c) Imposition of Sanctions.--Except as provided in subsection (b)(3), the President shall impose 1 or more of the sanctions described in subsection (d) with respect to each foreign person identified in the report required under subsection (b)(1). (d) Sanctions Described.--The sanctions described in this subsection are the following: (1) Property blocking.--The President shall exercise all of the powers granted to the President under section 203 through 207 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of a foreign person identified in the report required under subsection (b)(1) if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (2) Ineligibility for visas, admission, or parole.-- (A) Visas, admission, or parole.--An alien described in subsection (b)(1) is-- (i) inadmissible to the United States; (ii) ineligible to receive a visa or other documentation to enter the United States; and (iii) otherwise ineligible to be admitted or paroled into the United States or to receive any other benefit under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.). (B) Current visas revoked.-- (i) In general.--An alien described in subsection (b)(1) is subject to revocation of any visa or other entry documentation of the alien, regardless of when the visa or other entry documentation is or was issued. (ii) Immediate effect.--A revocation under clause (i) shall, in accordance with section 221(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1201(i)-- (I) take effect immediately; and (II) automatically cancel any other valid visa or entry documentation that is in the alien's possession. (e) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of such section. (f) Sanctions.--The President is authorized to impose sanctions as provided under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) against any foreign person who the President, based on credible evidence, determines is responsible for the rendition of journalists, activists, or other individuals to a country in which the person would be at risk of irreparable harm upon return, including extrajudicial killings, torture, or other gross violations of internationally recognized human rights. (g) Waiver.-- (1) In general.--The President may waive the application of sanctions authorized under this section with respect to a foreign person if the President determines and certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that such a waiver is in the national interests of the United States. (2) Annual report.--The President shall provide an annual report to Congress that-- (A) lists every waiver granted under paragraph (1); and (B) provides a justification for each such waiver. (h) Exceptions.-- (1) Exception for intelligence activities.--Sanctions under this section shall not apply to any activity subject to the reporting requirements under title V of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3091 et seq.) or any authorized intelligence activities of the United States. (2) Exception to comply with international obligations and for law enforcement activities.--Sanctions under subsection (d)(2) shall not apply with respect to an alien if admitting or paroling the alien into the United States is necessary-- (A) to permit the United States to comply with the Agreement regarding the Headquarters of the United Nations, signed at Lake Success June 26, 1947, and entered into force November 21, 1947, between the United Nations and the United States, or other applicable international obligations; or (B) to carry out or assist law enforcement activity in the United States. (3) Exception relating to importation of goods.-- (A) In general.--The requirement to impose sanctions under this section shall not include the authority or a requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of goods. (B) Good defined.--In this paragraph, the term ``good'' means any article, natural or manmade substance, material, supply, or manufactured product, including inspection and test equipment, and excluding technical data. (i) Sunset.--This section, and any sanctions imposed under this section, shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S832
International Port Security Enforcement Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 832 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 832 To amend section 70108 of title 46, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of the Department in which the United States Coast Guard is operating from entering into an agreement relating to assessing the effectiveness of antiterrorism measures at a foreign port with any foreign government that is a state sponsor of terrorism, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend section 70108 of title 46, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of the Department in which the United States Coast Guard is operating from entering into an agreement relating to assessing the effectiveness of antiterrorism measures at a foreign port with any foreign government that is a state sponsor of terrorism, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``International Port Security Enforcement Act''. SEC. 2. FOREIGN PORT SECURITY ASSESSMENTS. Section 70108 of title 46, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (f)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``provided that'' and all that follows and inserting the following: ``if-- ``(A) the Secretary certifies that the foreign government or international organization-- ``(i) has conducted the assessment in accordance with subsection (b); and ``(ii) has provided the Secretary with sufficient information pertaining to its assessment (including information regarding the outcome of the assessment); and ``(B) the foreign government that conducted the assessment is not a state sponsor of terrorism (as defined in section 3316(h).''; and (B) by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows: ``(3) Limitations.--Nothing in this section may be construed-- ``(A) to require the Secretary to treat an assessment conducted by a foreign government or an international organization as an assessment that satisfies the requirement under subsection (a); ``(B) to limit the discretion or ability of the Secretary to conduct an assessment under this section; ``(C) to limit the authority of the Secretary to repatriate aliens to their respective countries of origin; or ``(D) to prevent the Secretary from requesting security and safety measures that the Secretary considers necessary to safeguard Coast Guard personnel during the repatriation of aliens to their respective countries of origin.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) State Sponsors of Terrorism and International Terrorist Organizations.--The Secretary-- ``(1) may not enter into an agreement under subsection (f)(2) with-- ``(A) a foreign government that is a state sponsor of terrorism; or ``(B) a foreign terrorist organization; and ``(2) shall-- ``(A) deem any port that is under the jurisdiction of a foreign government that is a state sponsor of terrorism as not having effective antiterrorism measures for purposes of this section and section 70109; and ``(B) immediately apply the sanctions described in section 70110(a) to such port.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S833
Sunshine in the Courtroom Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 833 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 833 To provide for media coverage of Federal court proceedings. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Markey, and Mr. Cornyn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide for media coverage of Federal court proceedings. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Sunshine in the Courtroom Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FEDERAL APPELLATE AND DISTRICT COURTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Presiding judge.--The term ``presiding judge'' means the judge presiding over the court proceeding concerned. In proceedings in which more than one judge participates, the presiding judge shall be the senior active judge so participating or, in the case of a circuit court of appeals, the senior active circuit judge so participating, except that-- (A) in en banc sittings of any United States circuit court of appeals, the presiding judge shall be the chief judge of the circuit whenever the chief judge participates; and (B) in en banc sittings of the Supreme Court of the United States, the presiding judge shall be the Chief Justice whenever the Chief Justice participates. (2) Appellate court of the united states.--The term ``appellate court of the United States'' means any United States circuit court of appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States. (b) Authority of Presiding Judge To Allow Media Coverage of Court Proceedings.-- (1) Authority of appellate courts.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided under subparagraph (B), the presiding judge of an appellate court of the United States may, at the discretion of that judge, permit the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising to the public of any court proceeding over which that judge presides. (B) Exception.--The presiding judge shall not permit any action under subparagraph (A), if-- (i) in the case of a proceeding involving only the presiding judge, that judge determines the action would constitute a violation of the due process rights of any party; or (ii) in the case of a proceeding involving the participation of more than one judge, a majority of the judges participating determine that the action would constitute a violation of the due process rights of any party. (2) Authority of district courts.-- (A) In general.-- (i) Authority.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, except as provided under clause (iii), the presiding judge of a district court of the United States may, at the discretion of that judge, permit the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising to the public of any court proceeding over which that judge presides. (ii) Obscuring of witnesses.--Except as provided under clause (iii)-- (I) upon the request of any witness (other than a party) in a trial proceeding, the court shall order the face and voice of the witness to be disguised or otherwise obscured in such manner as to render the witness unrecognizable to the broadcast audience of the trial proceeding; and (II) the presiding judge in a trial proceeding shall inform each witness who is not a party that the witness has the right to request the image and voice of that witness to be obscured during the testimony of the witness. (iii) Exception.--The presiding judge shall not permit any action under this subparagraph-- (I) if that judge determines the action would constitute a violation of the due process rights of any party; and (II) until the Judicial Conference of the United States promulgates mandatory guidelines under paragraph (5). (B) No media coverage of jurors.--The presiding judge shall not permit the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising of any juror in a trial proceeding, or of the jury selection process. (C) Discretion of the judge.--The presiding judge shall have the discretion to obscure the face and voice of an individual, if good cause is shown that the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising of the individual would threaten-- (i) the safety of the individual; (ii) the security of the court; (iii) the integrity of future or ongoing law enforcement operations; or (iv) the interest of justice. (D) Sunset of district court authority.--The authority under this paragraph shall terminate 3 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (3) Interlocutory appeals barred.--The decision of the presiding judge under this subsection of whether or not to permit, deny, or terminate the photographing, electronic recording, broadcasting, or televising of a court proceeding may not be challenged through an interlocutory appeal. (4) Advisory guidelines.--The Judicial Conference of the United States may promulgate advisory guidelines to which a presiding judge, at the discretion of that judge, may refer in making decisions with respect to the management and administration of photographing, recording, broadcasting, or televising described under paragraphs (1) and (2). (5) Mandatory guidelines.--Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Judicial Conference of the United States shall promulgate mandatory guidelines that a presiding judge is required to follow for obscuring of certain vulnerable witnesses, including crime victims, minor victims, families of victims, cooperating witnesses, undercover law enforcement officers or agents, witnesses subject to section 3521 of title 18, United States Code, relating to witness relocation and protection, or minors under the age of 18 years. The guidelines shall include procedures for determining, at the earliest practicable time in any investigation or case, which witnesses should be considered vulnerable under this section. (6) Procedures.--In the interests of justice and fairness, the presiding judge of the court in which media use is desired has discretion to promulgate rules and disciplinary measures for the courtroom use of any form of media or media equipment and the acquisition or distribution of any of the images or sounds obtained in the courtroom. The presiding judge shall also have discretion to require written acknowledgment of the rules by anyone individually or on behalf of any entity before being allowed to acquire any images or sounds from the courtroom. (7) No broadcast of conferences between attorneys and clients.--There shall be no audio pickup or broadcast of conferences which occur in a court proceeding between attorneys and their clients, between co-counsel of a client, between adverse counsel, or between counsel and the presiding judge, if the conferences are not part of the official record of the proceedings. (8) Expenses.--A court may require that any accommodations to effectuate this Act be made without public expense. (9) Inherent authority.--Nothing in this Act shall limit the inherent authority of a court to protect witnesses or clear the courtroom to preserve the decorum and integrity of the legal process or protect the safety of an individual. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S834
ACE Agriculture Act of 2023
[ [ "B001267", "Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]", "sponsor" ], [ "M001198", "Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 834 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 834 To amend the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 to reauthorize the Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Bennet (for himself and Mr. Marshall) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 to reauthorize the Agriculture Advanced Research and Development Authority, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Advancing Cutting Edge Agriculture Act of 2023'' or the ``ACE Agriculture Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. AGRICULTURE ADVANCED RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. Section 1473H of the National Agricultural Research, Extension, and Teaching Policy Act of 1977 (7 U.S.C. 3319k) is amended-- (1) in the section heading, by striking ``pilot''; (2) in subsection (a)(6)(A), by striking ``growing,'' and inserting ``growing (including water conservation technologies and innovation),''; (3) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking ``pilot program'' each place it appears and inserting ``program''; (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) by inserting ``the long-term and high-risk technological'' before ``barriers''; and (II) by striking ``and resilience to extreme weather;'' and inserting ``water conservation, the reduction, avoidance, sequestration, or mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions from the agriculture sector, and resilience to extreme weather, drought, infectious diseases, plant and animal pathogens, and plant and animal pests;''; and (ii) in subparagraph (D), by inserting ``or economic cost'' before the period at the end; (C) in paragraph (3)(B)-- (i) in clause (ii), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``advise the Chief Scientist on, and''; and (ii) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) Relationship within the department of agriculture.-- ``(I) Chief scientist.--The Director shall work in close collaboration with the Office of the Chief Scientist. ``(II) Other programs.--No other official who is the head of any other program of the Department of Agriculture shall report to the Director.''; and (D) in paragraph (9), by striking the paragraph designation and heading and all that follows through ``In carrying out'' and inserting the following: ``(9) Personnel matters.-- ``(A) In general.--The Director shall establish and maintain within the AGARDA a staff with sufficient qualifications and expertise to enable the AGARDA to carry out the responsibilities of the AGARDA under this section in conjunction with other operations of the Department of Agriculture. ``(B) Use of existing personnel authorities.--In carrying out''; (4) in subsection (c), by adding at the end the following: ``(4) Use of strategic plan.--The Secretary shall use the strategic plan developed under paragraph (1) and dated 2022 to inform the administration of the AGARDA under this section.''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by redesignating subparagraph (C) of paragraph (2) as paragraph (5), indenting appropriately, and moving the paragraph so as to appear after paragraph (3); (B) in paragraph (3), by striking ``$50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``$100,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2029''; (C) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following: ``(4) Other funding.--In addition to amounts otherwise made available to carry out this section, the Secretary may use to carry out this section other unobligated funds available to the Secretary for any other purpose.''; and (D) in paragraph (5) (as redesignated by subparagraph (A)), by striking ``this paragraph'' and inserting ``paragraph (2) or (4)''; and (6) by striking subsection (e). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S835
Pro Codes Act
[ [ "C001088", "Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]", "sponsor" ], [ "C001056", "Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000476", "Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]", "cosponsor" ], [ "W000802", "Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H001042", "Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 835 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 835 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. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Tillis, and Mr. Whitehouse) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL 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. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to Codes Act'' or the ``Pro Codes Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Congress, the executive branch, and State and local governments have long recognized that the people of the United States benefit greatly from the work of private standards development organizations with expertise in highly specialized areas. (2) The organizations described in paragraph (1) create technical standards and voluntary consensus standards through a process requiring openness, balance, consensus, and due process to ensure all interested parties have an opportunity to participate in standards development. (3) The standards that result from the process described in paragraph (2) are used by private industry, academia, the Federal Government, and State and local governments that incorporate those standards by reference into laws and regulations. (4) The standards described in paragraph (3) further innovation, commerce, and public safety, all without cost to governments or taxpayers because standards development organizations fund the process described in paragraph (2) through the sale and licensing of their standards. (5) Congress and the executive branch have repeatedly declared that, wherever possible, governments should rely on voluntary consensus standards and have set forth policies and procedures by which those standards are incorporated by reference into laws and regulations and that balance the interests of access with protection for copyright. (6) Circular A-119 of the Office of Management and Budget entitled ``Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and in Conformity Assessment Activities'', issued in revised form on January 27, 2016, recognizes the benefits of voluntary consensus standards and incorporation by reference, stating that ``[i]f a standard is used and published in an agency document, your agency must observe and protect the rights of the copyright holder and meet any other similar obligations.''. (7) Federal agencies have relied extensively on the incorporation by reference system to leverage the value of technical standards and voluntary consensus standards for the benefit of the public, resulting in more than 23,000 sections in the Code of Federal Regulations that incorporate by reference technical and voluntary consensus standards. (8) State and local governments have also recognized that technical standards and voluntary consensus standards are critical to protecting public health and safety, which has resulted in many such governments-- (A) incorporating those standards by reference into their laws and regulations; or (B) entering into license agreements with standards development organizations to use the standards created by those organizations. (9) Standards development organizations rely on copyright protection to generate the revenues necessary to fund the voluntary consensus process and to continue creating and updating these important standards. (10) The people of the United States have a strong interest in-- (A) ensuring that standards development organizations continue to utilize a voluntary consensus process-- (i) in which all interested parties can participate; and (ii) that continues to create and update standards in a timely manner to-- (I) account for technological advances; (II) address new threats to public health and safety; and (III) improve the usefulness of those standards; and (B) the provision of access that allows people to read technical and voluntary consensus standards that are incorporated by reference into laws and regulations. (11) As of the date of enactment of this Act, many standards development organizations make their standards available to the public free of charge online in a manner that does not substantially disrupt the ability of those organizations to earn revenue from the industries and professionals that purchase copies and subscription-access to those standards (such as through read-only access), which ensures that the public may read the current, accurate version of such a standard without significantly interfering with the revenue model that has long supported those organizations and their creation of, and investment in, new standards. (12) Through this Act, and the amendments made by this Act, Congress intends to balance the goals of furthering the creation of standards and ensuring public access to standards that are incorporated by reference into law or regulation. SEC. 3. WORKS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE INTO LAW. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 17, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 123. Works incorporated by reference into law ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Circular a-119.--The term `Circular A-119' means Circular A-119 of the Office of Management and Budget entitled `Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and in Conformity Assessment Activities', issued in revised form on January 27, 2016. ``(2) Incorporated by reference.-- ``(A) In general.--The term `incorporated by reference' means, with respect to a standard, that the text of a Federal, State, local, or municipal law or regulation-- ``(i) references all or part of the standard; and ``(ii) does not copy the text of that standard directly into that law or regulation. ``(B) Application.--The creation or publication of a work that includes both the text of a law or regulation and all or part of a standard that has been incorporated by reference, as described in subparagraph (A), shall not affect the status of the standard as incorporated by reference under that subparagraph. ``(3) Standard.--The term `standard' means a standard or code that is-- ``(A) a technical standard, as that term is defined in section 12(d) of the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 U.S.C. 272 note); or ``(B) a voluntary consensus standard, as that term is used for the purposes of Circular A-119. ``(4) Standards development organization.--The term `standards development organization' means a holder of a copyright under this title that plans, develops, establishes, or coordinates voluntary consensus standards using procedures that incorporate the attributes of openness, balance of interests, due process, an appeals process, and consensus in a manner consistent with the requirements of Circular A-119. ``(5) Publicly accessible online.-- ``(A) In general.--The term `publicly accessible online', with respect to material, means that the material is displayed for review in a readily accessible manner on a public website. ``(B) Rule of construction.--If a user is required to create an account or agree to the terms of service of a website or organization in order to access material online, that requirement shall not be construed to render the material not publicly accessible online for the purposes of subparagraph (A), if there is no monetary cost to the user to access that material. ``(b) Standards Incorporated by Reference Into Law or Regulation.-- A standard to which copyright protection subsists under section 102(a) at the time of its fixation shall retain such protection, notwithstanding that the standard is incorporated by reference, if the applicable standards development organization, within a reasonable period of time after obtaining actual or constructive notice that the standard has been incorporated by reference, makes all portions of the standard so incorporated publicly accessible online at no monetary cost. ``(c) Burden of Proof.--In any proceeding in which a party asserts that a standards development organization has failed to comply with the requirements under subsection (b) for retaining copyright protection with respect to a standard, the burden of proof shall be on the party making that assertion to prove that the standards development organization has failed to comply with those requirements.''. (b) Technical and Conforming Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 1 of title 17, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``123. Works incorporated by reference into law.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S836
Sunshine in Product Safety Act
[ [ "B001277", "Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 836 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 836 To amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to strike provisions that limit the disclosure of certain information by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Blumenthal introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to strike provisions that limit the disclosure of certain information by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Sunshine in Product Safety Act''. SEC. 2. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION ON CONSUMER PRODUCTS. (a) In General.--Section 6 of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2055) is amended by striking subsection (b). (b) Conforming Amendments.--The Consumer Product Safety Act is amended-- (1) in section 6A (15 U.S.C. 2055a), by striking ``and (b)'' each place that such appears in subsections (b)(3) and (f); and (2) in section 29 (15 U.S.C. 2078)-- (A) in subsection (e)(2)(B), by striking ``unless with respect to such information the Commission has complied with the applicable requirements of section 6(b)''; and (B) in subsection (f)(1), by striking ``subsections (a)(3) and (b)'' and inserting ``subsection (a)(3)''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S837
Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2023
[ [ "R000122", "Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]", "sponsor" ], [ "G000386", "Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 837 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 837 To enhance civil penalties under the Federal securities laws, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Reed (for himself and Mr. Grassley) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To enhance civil penalties under the Federal securities laws, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. UPDATED CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES FOR SECURITIES LAWS VIOLATIONS. (a) Securities Act of 1933.-- (1) Money penalties in administrative actions.--Section 8A(g)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77h-1(g)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$7,500'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$75,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$75,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$375,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier act or omission, the amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the act or omission. ``(ii) Third tier act or omission.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier act or omission' means an act or omission described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission.''. (2) Money penalties in civil actions.--Section 20(d)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77t(d)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier violation, the amount of penalty for each such violation shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the violation. ``(ii) Third tier violation.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier violation' means a violation described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation.''. (b) Securities Exchange Act of 1934.-- (1) Money penalties in civil actions.--Section 21(d)(3)(B) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u(d)(3)(B)) is amended-- (A) in clause (i)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in clause (ii)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) Third tier.-- ``(I) In general.--Notwithstanding clauses (i) and (ii), for a third tier violation, the amount of penalty for each such violation shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(aa) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(bb) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation; or ``(cc) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the violation. ``(II) Third tier violation.--For the purposes of this clause, the term `third tier violation' means a violation described in subparagraph (A) that-- ``(aa) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(bb) directly or indirectly-- ``(AA) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(BB) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(CC) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation.''. (2) Money penalties in administrative actions.--Section 21B(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u- 2(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) Third tier.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and (2), for a third tier act or omission, the amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(i) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(ii) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission; or ``(iii) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the act or omission. ``(B) Third tier act or omission.--For the purposes of this paragraph, the term `third tier act or omission' means an act or omission described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(i) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(ii) directly or indirectly-- ``(I) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(II) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(III) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission.''. (c) Investment Company Act of 1940.-- (1) Money penalties in administrative actions.--Section 9(d)(2) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a- 9(d)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier act or omission, the amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the act or omission. ``(ii) Third tier act or omission.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier act or omission' means an act or omission described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission.''. (2) Money penalties in civil actions.--Section 42(e)(2) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-41(e)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier violation, the amount of penalty for each such violation shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the violation. ``(ii) Third tier violation.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier violation' means a violation described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation.''. (d) Investment Advisers Act of 1940.-- (1) Money penalties in administrative actions.--Section 203(i)(2) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80b-3(i)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier act or omission, the amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the act or omission. ``(ii) Third tier act or omission.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier act or omission' means an act or omission described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the act or omission.''. (2) Money penalties in civil actions.--Section 209(e)(2) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80b-9(e)(2)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``$5,000'' and inserting ``$10,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) by striking ``$50,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''; and (ii) by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``$500,000''; and (C) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) Third tier.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A) and (B), for a third tier violation, the amount of penalty for each such violation shall not exceed the greater of-- ``(I) $1,000,000 for a natural person or $10,000,000 for any other person; ``(II) 3 times the gross amount of pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation; or ``(III) the amount of losses incurred by victims as a result of the violation. ``(ii) Third tier violation.--For the purposes of this subparagraph, the term `third tier violation' means a violation described in paragraph (1) that-- ``(I) involved fraud, deceit, manipulation, or deliberate or reckless disregard of a regulatory requirement; and ``(II) directly or indirectly-- ``(aa) resulted in substantial losses to other persons; ``(bb) created a significant risk of substantial losses to other persons; or ``(cc) resulted in substantial pecuniary gain to the person who committed the violation.''. SEC. 3. PENALTIES FOR RECIDIVISTS. (a) Securities Act of 1933.-- (1) Cease-and-desist proceedings.--Section 8A(g)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77h-1(g)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such act or omission, the person who committed the act or omission was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that person.''. (2) Injunctions and prosecution of offenses.--Section 20(d)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77t(d)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such violation shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such violation, the defendant was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that defendant.''. (b) Securities Exchange Act of 1934.-- (1) Civil actions.--Section 21(d)(3)(B) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u(d)(3)(B)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(iv) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding clauses (i), (ii), and (iii), the maximum amount of penalty for each such violation shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such clauses if, within the 5-year period preceding such violation, the defendant was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that defendant.''. (2) Administrative proceedings.--Section 21B(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u-2(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(4) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding paragraphs (1), (2), and (3), the maximum amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such paragraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such act or omission, the person who committed the act or omission was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that person.''. (c) Investment Company Act of 1940.-- (1) Ineligibility of certain underwriters and affiliates.-- Section 9(d)(2) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-9(d)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such act or omission, the person who committed the act or omission was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that person.''. (2) Enforcement.--Section 42(e)(2) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-41(e)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such violation shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such violation, the defendant was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that defendant.''. (d) Investment Advisers Act of 1940.--The Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80b-1 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 203(i)(2) (15 U.S.C. 80b-3(i)(2)), by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such act or omission shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such act or omission, the person who committed the act or omission was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that person.''; and (2) in section 209(e)(2) (15 U.S.C. 80b-9(e)(2)) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) Fourth tier.--Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the maximum amount of penalty for each such violation shall be 3 times the otherwise applicable amount in such subparagraphs if, within the 5-year period preceding such violation, the defendant was criminally convicted for securities fraud or became subject to a judgment or order imposing monetary, equitable, or administrative relief in any Commission action alleging fraud by that defendant.''. SEC. 4. VIOLATIONS OF INJUNCTIONS AND BARS. (a) Securities Act of 1933.--Section 20(d) of the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77t(d)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting after ``the rules or regulations thereunder,'' the following: ``a Federal court injunction or a bar obtained or entered by the Commission under this title,''; and (2) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following: ``(4) Special provisions relating to a violation of an injunction or certain orders.-- ``(A) In general.--Each separate violation of an injunction or order described in subparagraph (B) shall be a separate offense, except that in the case of a violation through a continuing failure to comply with such injunction or order, each day of the failure to comply with the injunction or order shall be deemed a separate offense. ``(B) Injunctions and orders.--Subparagraph (A) shall apply with respect to any action to enforce-- ``(i) a Federal court injunction obtained pursuant to this title; ``(ii) an order entered or obtained by the Commission pursuant to this title that bars, suspends, places limitations on the activities or functions of, or prohibits the activities of a person; or ``(iii) a cease-and-desist order entered by the Commission pursuant to section 8A.''. (b) Securities Exchange Act of 1934.--Section 21(d)(3) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78u(d)(3)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by inserting after ``the rules or regulations thereunder,'' the following: ``a Federal court injunction or a bar obtained or entered by the Commission under this title,''; and (2) by striking subparagraph (D) and inserting the following: ``(D) Special provisions relating to a violation of an injunction or certain orders.-- ``(i) In general.--Each separate violation of an injunction or order described in clause (ii) shall be a separate offense, except that in the case of a violation through a continuing failure to comply with such injunction or order, each day of the failure to comply with the injunction or order shall be deemed a separate offense. ``(ii) Injunctions and orders.--Clause (i) shall apply with respect to an action to enforce-- ``(I) a Federal court injunction obtained pursuant to this title; ``(II) an order entered or obtained by the Commission pursuant to this title that bars, suspends, places limitations on the activities or functions of, or prohibits the activities of a person; or ``(III) a cease-and-desist order entered by the Commission pursuant to section 21C.''. (c) Investment Company Act of 1940.--Section 42(e) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-41(e)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting after ``the rules or regulations thereunder,'' the following: ``a Federal court injunction or a bar obtained or entered by the Commission under this title,''; and (2) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following: ``(4) Special provisions relating to a violation of an injunction or certain orders.-- ``(A) In general.--Each separate violation of an injunction or order described in subparagraph (B) shall be a separate offense, except that in the case of a violation through a continuing failure to comply with such injunction or order, each day of the failure to comply with the injunction or order shall be deemed a separate offense. ``(B) Injunctions and orders.--Subparagraph (A) shall apply with respect to any action to enforce-- ``(i) a Federal court injunction obtained pursuant to this title; ``(ii) an order entered or obtained by the Commission pursuant to this title that bars, suspends, places limitations on the activities or functions of, or prohibits the activities of a person; or ``(iii) a cease-and-desist order entered by the Commission pursuant to section 9(f).''. (d) Investment Advisers Act of 1940.--Section 209(e) of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80b-9(e)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting after ``the rules or regulations thereunder,'' the following: ``a Federal court injunction or a bar obtained or entered by the Commission under this title,''; and (2) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following: ``(4) Special provisions relating to a violation of an injunction or certain orders.-- ``(A) In general.--Each separate violation of an injunction or order described in subparagraph (B) shall be a separate offense, except that in the case of a violation through a continuing failure to comply with such injunction or order, each day of the failure to comply with the injunction or order shall be deemed a separate offense. ``(B) Injunctions and orders.--Subparagraph (A) shall apply with respect to any action to enforce-- ``(i) a Federal court injunction obtained pursuant to this title; ``(ii) an order entered or obtained by the Commission pursuant to this title that bars, suspends, places limitations on the activities or functions of, or prohibits the activities of a person; or ``(iii) a cease-and-desist order entered by the Commission pursuant to section 203(k).''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S838
Improving Access to Mental Health Act of 2023
[ [ "S000770", "Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001261", "Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001070", "Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "K000383", "Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Improving Access to Mental Health Act of </b><b>2023</b></p> <p>This bill increases the Medicare reimbursement rate for clinical social worker services. The bill excludes clinical social worker services from the prospective payment system in which predetermined amounts form the basis for payment under Medicare.</p> <p>Additionally, the bill&nbsp;alters the definition of <em>clinical social worker services</em> as it relates to Medicare. Under current law, such services (1) include services performed for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses, and (2) exclude services furnished to an inpatient of a skilled nursing facility as a condition of the facility's participation in the Medicare program. The bill repeals these provisions and instead specifies that such services include certain types of health behavior assessment and intervention.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 838 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 838 To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to mental health services under the Medicare program. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Stabenow (for herself and Mr. Barrasso) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to mental health services under the Medicare program. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Improving Access to Mental Health Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. IMPROVED ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES UNDER THE MEDICARE PROGRAM. (a) Access to Clinical Social Workers.--Section 1833(a)(1)(F)(ii) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)(F)(ii)) is amended by striking ``75 percent of the amount determined for payment of a psychologist under clause (L)'' and inserting ``85 percent of the fee schedule amount provided under section 1848''. (b) Access to Clinical Social Worker Services Provided to Residents of Skilled Nursing Facilities.-- (1) Exclusion of clinical social worker services from the skilled nursing facility prospective payment system.--Section 1888(e)(2)(A)(ii) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395yy(e)(2)(A)(ii)) is amended by inserting ``clinical social worker services,'' after ``qualified psychologist services,''. (2) Conforming amendment.--Section 1861(hh)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(hh)(2)) is amended by striking ``and other than services furnished to an inpatient of a skilled nursing facility which the facility is required to provide as a requirement for participation''. (c) Access to the Complete Set of Clinical Social Worker Services.--Section 1861(hh)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(hh)(2)), as amended by subsection (b)(2), is amended-- (1) by striking ``for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses (other than services'' and inserting ``, including services for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses or services for health and behavior assessment and intervention (identified as of January 1, 2023, by HCPCS codes 96156, 96158- 96161, 96164-96168, and 96170-96171 (and any succeeding codes)) but not including services''; and (2) by striking ``inpatient of a hospital)'' and inserting ``inpatient of a hospital,''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to items and services furnished on or after January 1, 2024. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S839
Regulatory Transparency Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 839 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 839 To require agencies to complete a regulatory impact analysis before issuing a significant rule, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Thune (for himself and Mr. Lankford) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require agencies to complete a regulatory impact analysis before issuing a significant rule, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Regulatory Transparency Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. Section 601 of title 5, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (7) by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; (3) in paragraph (8)-- (A) by striking ``Recordkeeping requirement.--The'' and inserting ``the''; and (B) by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (4) by adding at the end the following: ``(9) the term `significant rule' means any final rule that the Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs of the Office of Management and Budget determines is likely to-- ``(A) have an annual effect on the economy of $100,000,000 or more or adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities; ``(B) create a significant inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an action taken or planned by another Federal agency; ``(C) materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants, user fees, or loan programs or the rights and obligations of recipients thereof; or ``(D) raise novel legal or policy issues.''. SEC. 3. REGULATORY IMPACT ANALYSES; CONSIDERATION OF SUNSET DATES. (a) In General.--Chapter 6 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 613. Regulatory impact analyses ``(a) In General.--Before issuing any proposed rule, final rule, or interim final rule that meets the economic threshold of a significant rule described in section 601(9)(A), an agency shall conduct a regulatory impact analysis to evaluate the proposed rule, final rule, or interim final rule, as applicable. ``(b) Regulatory Impact Analyses.--An analysis under subsection (a) shall-- ``(1) be based upon the best reasonably obtainable supporting information, consistent with Executive Order 12866 (5 U.S.C. 601 note; relating to regulatory planning and review) and any other relevant guidance from the Office of Management and Budget; ``(2) be transparent, replicable, and objective; ``(3) describe the need to be addressed and how the rule would address that need; ``(4) analyze the potential effects, including the benefits and costs, of the rule; ``(5) to the maximum extent practicable, consider the cumulative regulatory burden on the regulated entity under subsection (c); ``(6) consider the potential effects on different types and sizes of businesses, if applicable; ``(7) for a proposed rule that is likely to lead to a significant rule, or a final or interim final rule that is a significant rule-- ``(A) describe the need to be addressed, including-- ``(i) the supporting information demonstrating the need; ``(ii) the failures of private markets that warrant new agency action, if applicable; and ``(iii) whether existing law, including regulations, has created or contributed to the need; ``(B) define the baseline for the analysis; ``(C) set the timeframe of the analysis; ``(D) analyze any available regulatory alternatives, including-- ``(i) if rulemaking is not specifically directed by statute, the alternative of not regulating; ``(ii) any alternatives that specify performance objectives rather than identify or require the specific manner of compliance that regulated entities must adopt; ``(iii) any alternatives that involve the deployment of innovative technology or practices; and ``(iv) any alternatives that involve different requirements for different types or sizes of businesses, if applicable; ``(E) identify the effects of the available regulatory alternatives described in subparagraph (D); ``(F) identify the effectiveness of tort law to address the identified need; ``(G) to the maximum extent practicable, quantify and monetize the benefits and costs of the selected regulatory alternative and the available alternatives under consideration; ``(H) discount future benefits and costs quantified and monetized under subparagraph (G); ``(I) to the maximum extent practicable, evaluate non-quantified and non-monetized benefits and costs of the selected regulatory alternative and the available alternatives under consideration; and ``(J) characterize any uncertainty in benefits, costs, and net benefits. ``(c) Cumulative Regulatory Burden.--In considering the cumulative regulatory burden under subsection (b)(5), an agency shall-- ``(1) identify and assess the benefits and costs of other regulations require compliance by the same regulated entities to attempt to achieve similar regulatory objectives; ``(2) evaluate whether the rule is inconsistent with, incompatible with, or duplicative of other regulations; and ``(3) consider whether the estimated benefits and costs of the rule increase or decrease as a result of other regulations issued by the agency, including regulations that are not yet fully implemented, compared to the benefits and costs of that rule in the absence of such regulations. ``(d) Less Burdensome Alternatives.--If, after conducting an analysis under subsection (a) for a proposed rule that is likely to lead to a significant rule, or a final rule or interim final that is a significant rule, the agency selects a regulatory approach that is not the least burdensome compared to an available regulatory alternative, the agency shall include-- ``(1) in the summary section of the preamble a statement that the selected approach is more burdensome than an available regulatory alternative; and ``(2) a justification, with supporting information, for the selected approach. ``(e) Regulatory Determination.-- ``(1) In general.--Except as expressly provided otherwise by law, an agency may issue a proposed rule, final rule, or interim final rule only upon a reasoned determination that the benefits of the rule justify the costs of the rule. ``(2) Requirements.-- ``(A) Alternative.--Whenever an agency is expressly required by law to issue a rule, the agency shall select a regulatory alternative that has benefits that exceed costs and complies with law. ``(B) Compliance.--If it is not possible to comply with the law by selecting a regulatory alternative that has benefits that exceed costs, an agency shall select the regulatory alternative that has the least costs and complies with law. ``Sec. 614. Consideration of sunset dates ``(a) Sunset.--Not later than July 1, 2023, an agency shall, for each proposed rule or interim final rule of the agency that meets the economic threshold of a significant rule described in section 601(9)(A), include an explicit consideration of a sunset date for the rule. ``(b) Elements.--The consideration described in subsection (a) for a proposed rule or interim final rule described in that subsection shall include an assessment of whether the rule-- ``(1) could become outmoded or outdated in light of changed circumstances, including the availability of new technologies; or ``(2) could become excessively burdensome after a period of time due to, among other things-- ``(A) disproportionate costs on small businesses; ``(B) the net effect on employment, including jobs added or lost in the private sector; and ``(C) costs that exceed benefits. ``(c) Publication.--A summary of the consideration described in subsection (a) for a proposed rule or interim final rule described in that subsection shall be published in the Federal Register along with the proposed or interim final rule, as applicable.''. (b) Technical and Conforming Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 6 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``613. Regulatory impact analyses. ``614. Consideration of sunset dates.''. SEC. 4. JUDICIAL REVIEW. Section 611(a) of title 5, United States Code, is amended, in paragraphs (1) and (2), by striking ``and 610'' and inserting ``610, and 613''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S84
Defund EcoHealth Alliance Act
[ [ "E000295", "Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]", "sponsor" ], [ "M001198", "Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Defund EcoHealth Alliance Act</b></p> <p>This bill prohibits the award of federal funds to EcoHealth Alliance, Inc (including any subsidiaries or related organizations). This is a nonprofit research organization that studies coronaviruses in bat populations and other environmental health concerns.</p> <p>The Government Accountability Office must also audit federal funds provided to that organization over the past decade. The audit must include the amount of those funds provided by EcoHealth Alliance to China, the Chinese Communist Party, or the Wuhan Institute of Virology.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 84 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 84 To prohibit Federal funding to EcoHealth Alliance, Inc., and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Ms. Ernst (for herself and Mr. Marshall) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To prohibit Federal funding to EcoHealth Alliance, Inc., and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Defund EcoHealth Alliance Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON FEDERAL FUNDING TO ECOHEALTH ALLIANCE, INC. (a) In General.--No funds authorized or appropriated by Federal law may be made available for any purpose to EcoHealth Alliance, Inc., including any subsidiaries and related organizations that are directly controlled by EcoHealth Alliance, Inc., including subgrant or subcontract organizations or individuals. (b) GAO Study and Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study, and submit a report to Congress, regarding the amount of Federal funds awarded to EcoHealth Alliance, Inc. (directly or indirectly through grants, contracts, subgrants, subcontracts, or any other type of agreement or collaboration), during the 10-year period preceding such date of enactment, that were provided, whether purposely or inadvertently, to-- (1) the People's Republic of China; (2) the Chinese Communist Party; (3) the Wuhan Institute of Virology; or (4) any other lab, agency, organization, individual, or instrumentality that is-- (A) owned or controlled (directly or indirectly) by any of the entities listed in paragraphs (1) through (3) or by any other foreign nation; or (B) located in any foreign nation. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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Respect for the Second Amendment Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 840 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 840 To protect the rights of the people of the United States under the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Grassley, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Lee, Mr. Cruz, Mr. Hawley, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Tillis, and Mrs. Blackburn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To protect the rights of the people of the United States under the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Respect for the Second Amendment Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States protects the individual right to keep and bear arms independent of service in an organized militia. (2) The Supreme Court of the United States held in District of Columbia v. Heller, 554 U.S. 570, 595 (2008) that ``[t]here seems to us no doubt, on the basis of both text and history, that the Second Amendment conferred an individual right to keep and bear arms.''. (3) The Supreme Court further held in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, 142 S. Ct. 2111, 2126 (2022) that the Second Amendment requires the government to demonstrate that a law regulating firearms ``is consistent with this Nation's historical tradition of firearm regulation''. (4) The right to keep and bear arms is a fundamental individual right guaranteed by the Constitution and a cornerstone of the liberties that every United States citizen enjoys. (5) The Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution grants Congress the authority to enforce, by appropriate legislation, that Amendment's command that ``[n]o State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States''. (6) Certain States have enacted or are seeking to enact gun control laws that are inconsistent with the United States' historical tradition of firearm regulation, including bans on the carrying of firearms by residents of other States and bans on large categories of firearms that are in common use for lawful purposes. (7) It is therefore necessary for Congress to exercise its authority under the Fourteenth Amendment to ensure that the Second Amendment rights of all people of the United States are protected from infringement by the States. (8) Congress has also exercised authority under the Taxing Clause and Commerce Clause of section 8 of article I of the Constitution to regulate the interstate market in firearms and ammunition. SEC. 3. LIMITATIONS ON REGULATION OF FIREARMS. (a) Definition of ``Firearm''.--In this section, the term ``firearm''-- (1) has the meaning given the term in section 921 of title 18, United States Code; and (2) includes-- (A) an antique firearm, as defined in section 921 of title 18, United States Code (notwithstanding paragraph (1) of this subsection); (B) an assembled or unassembled firearm; and (C) any part of a firearm, including any integrated or detachable magazine or ammunition feeding device. (b) No Enforcement or Implementation of Laws in Violation of Second Amendment Rights.--No person acting under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage of the Federal Government, of any State or territory, of any locality, or of the District of Columbia may enforce or implement any Federal, State, or local law, rule, ordinance, or regulation that prohibits, limits, places requirements or conditions upon, or otherwise regulates the right of an individual to lawfully manufacture for personal use, acquire, possess, own, carry, transport, ship, or use a privately owned firearm or privately owned ammunition unless the law, rule, ordinance, or regulation is consistent with the United States' historical tradition of firearm regulation. (c) Enforcement.-- (1) Public right of action.--The Attorney General may bring a civil action for declaratory or injunctive relief in an appropriate district court of the United States against any person who violates subsection (b). (2) Private right of action.-- (A) In general.--Any person who is harmed by a violation of subsection (b), or any membership organization that represents such a person, may bring a civil action for declaratory or injunctive relief in an appropriate district court of the United States against the person who committed the violation. (B) Costs and fees.--The court shall award costs and reasonable attorney fees to any plaintiff who prevails in an action brought under subparagraph (A), including if the action is resolved by a negotiated settlement or mooted by repeal or amendment of the offending law, rule, regulation, prohibition, policy, or practice. (d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to-- (1) preempt any provision of State law that provides greater protections to the individual right to keep and bear arms than those provided under this section; or (2) limit any other remedy available under the laws of a State or the United States for infringement of the right to lawfully manufacture for personal use, acquire, possess, own, carry, transport, ship, or use a privately owned firearm or privately owned ammunition. SEC. 4. REPEALER. Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking section 927; and (2) in the table of sections, by striking the item relating to section 927. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S841
Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 841 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 841 To authorize the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, to enhance the United States-Caribbean security partnership, to prioritize natural disaster resilience, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Kaine (for himself and Mr. Rubio) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To authorize the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, to enhance the United States-Caribbean security partnership, to prioritize natural disaster resilience, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Authorization Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (2) Beneficiary countries.-- (A) In general.--The term ``beneficiary countries'' means-- (i) Antigua and Barbuda; (ii) the Bahamas; (iii) Barbados; (iv) Dominica; (v) the Dominican Republic; (vi) Grenada; (vii) Guyana; (viii) Jamaica; (ix) Saint Lucia; (x) Saint Kitts and Nevis,; (xi) Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; (xii) Suriname; and (xiii) Trinidad and Tobago; and (B) Updates.--The President or the Secretary of State may add or remove one or more countries from the list under subparagraph (A) upon written notification to the appropriate congressional committees. SEC. 3. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CARIBBEAN BASIN SECURITY INITIATIVE. (a) Authorization for the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative.--The Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development may carry out an initiative, to be known as the ``Caribbean Basin Security Initiative'', in beneficiary countries to achieve the purposes described in subsection (b). (b) Purposes.--The purposes described in this subsection are the following: (1) To promote citizen safety, security, and the rule of law in the Caribbean through increased strategic engagement with-- (A) the governments of beneficiary countries; and (B) elements of local civil society, including the private sector, in such countries. (2) To counter transnational criminal organizations and local gangs in beneficiary countries, including through-- (A) maritime and aerial security cooperation, including-- (i) assistance to strengthen capabilities of maritime and aerial interdiction operations in the Caribbean; and (ii) the provision of support systems and equipment, training, and maintenance; (B) cooperation on border and port security, including support to strengthen capacity for screening and intercepting narcotics, weapons, bulk cash, and other contraband at airports and seaports; and (C) capacity building and the provision of equipment and support for operations targeting-- (i) the finances and illegal activities of such organizations and gangs; and (ii) the recruitment by such organizations and gangs of at-risk youth. (3) To advance law enforcement and justice sector capacity building and rule of law initiatives in beneficiary countries, including by-- (A) strengthening special prosecutorial offices and providing technical assistance-- (i) to combat corruption, money laundering, human, firearms, and wildlife trafficking, financial crimes, extortion, and human rights crimes; and (ii) to conduct asset forfeitures and criminal analysis; (B) supporting training for civilian police and appropriate security services in criminal investigations, best practices for citizen security, and the protection of human rights; (C) supporting capacity building for law enforcement and military units, including professionalization, anti-corruption and human rights training, vetting, and community-based policing; (D) supporting justice sector reform and strengthening of the rule of law, including-- (i) capacity building for prosecutors, judges, and other justice officials; and (ii) support to increase the efficacy of criminal courts; and (E) strengthening cybersecurity and cybercrime cooperation, including capacity building and support for cybersecurity systems. (4) To promote crime prevention efforts in beneficiary countries, particularly among at-risk-youth and other vulnerable populations, including through-- (A) improving community and law enforcement cooperation to improve the effectiveness and professionalism of police and increase mutual trust; (B) increasing economic opportunities for at-risk youth and vulnerable populations, including through workforce development training and remedial education programs for at-risk youth; (C) improving juvenile justice sectors through regulatory reforms, separating youth from traditional prison systems, and improving support and services in juvenile detention centers; and (D) the provision of assistance to populations vulnerable to being victims of extortion and crime by criminal networks. (5) To strengthen the ability of the security sector in beneficiary countries to respond to and become more resilient in the face of natural disasters, including by-- (A) carrying out training exercises to ensure critical infrastructure and ports are able to come back online rapidly following natural disasters; and (B) providing preparedness training to police and first responders. (6) To prioritize efforts to combat corruption and include anti-corruption components in programs in beneficiary countries, including by-- (A) building the capacity of national justice systems and attorneys general to prosecute and try acts of corruption; (B) provide technical and financial assistance to independent media and investigative reporting; (C) increasing the capacity of national law enforcement services to carry out anti-corruption investigations; and (D) encouraging cooperative agreements among the Department of State, other relevant Federal departments and agencies, and the attorneys general of relevant countries. (7) To promote the rule of law in beneficiary countries and counter malign influence from authoritarian regimes, including China, Russia, Iran, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba, by-- (A) monitoring security assistance from such authoritarian regimes and taking steps necessary to ensure that such assistance does not undermine or jeopardize United States security assistance; (B) evaluating and, as appropriate, restricting the involvement of the United States in investment and infrastructure projects financed by authoritarian regimes that might obstruct or otherwise impact United States security assistance to beneficiary countries; (C) monitoring and restricting equipment and support from high-risk vendors of telecommunications infrastructure in beneficiary countries; (D) countering disinformation by promoting transparency and accountability from beneficiary countries; and (E) eliminating corruption linked to investment and infrastructure facilitated by authoritarian regimes through support for investment screening, competitive tendering and bidding processes, the implementation of investment law, and contractual transparency. (8) To support the effective branding and messaging of United States security assistance and cooperation in beneficiary countries, including by developing and implementing a public diplomacy strategy for informing citizens of beneficiary countries about the benefits to their respective countries of United States security assistance and cooperation programs. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development $74,800,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027 to carry out the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative to achieve the purposes described in subsection (b). SEC. 4. IMPLEMENTATION PLAN. (a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees an implementation plan that includes a timeline and stated objectives for actions to be taken in beneficiary countries with respect to the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative. (b) Elements.--The implementation plan required by subsection (a) shall include the following elements: (1) A multi-year strategy with a timeline, overview of objectives, and anticipated outcomes for the region and for each beneficiary country, with respect to each purpose described in section 3. (2) Specific, measurable benchmarks to track the progress of the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative toward accomplishing the outcomes included under paragraph (1). (3) A plan for the delineation of the roles to be carried out by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, the Department of Justice, the Department of Defense, and any other Federal department or agency in carrying out the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, to prevent overlap and unintended competition between activities and resources. (4) A plan to coordinate and track all activities carried out under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative among all relevant Federal departments and agencies, in accordance with the publication requirements described in section 4 of the Foreign Aid Transparency and Accountability Act of 2016 (22 U.S.C. 2394c). (5) A description of the process for co-locating projects of the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative funded by the United States Agency for International Development and the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the Department of State to ensure that crime prevention funding and enforcement funding are used in the same localities as necessary. (6) An assessment of steps taken, as of the date on which the plan is submitted, to increase regional coordination and collaboration between the law enforcement agencies of beneficiary countries and the Haitian National Police, and a framework with benchmarks for increasing such coordination and collaboration, in order to address the urgent security crisis in Haiti. (c) Annual Progress Update.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the implementation plan required by subsection (a) is submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a written description of results achieved through the Caribbean Basin Security Imitative, including with respect to-- (1) the implementation of the strategy and plans described in paragraphs (1), (3), and (4) of subsection (b); (2) compliance with, and progress related to, meeting the benchmarks described in paragraph (2) of subsection (b); and (3) funding statistics for the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative for the preceding year, disaggregated by country. SEC. 5. PROGRAMS AND STRATEGY TO INCREASE NATURAL DISASTER RESPONSE AND RESILIENCE. (a) Programs.--During the 5-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Inter- American Foundation, and the Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation, shall promote natural disaster response and resilience in beneficiary countries by carrying out programs for the following purposes: (1) Encouraging coordination between beneficiary countries and relevant Federal departments and agencies to provide expertise and information sharing. (2) Supporting the sharing of best practices on natural disaster resilience, including on constructing resilient infrastructure and rebuilding after natural disasters. (3) Improving rapid-response mechanisms and cross- government organizational preparedness for natural disasters. (b) Strategy.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and in consultation with the President and Chief Economic Officer of the Inter-American Foundation, the Chief Executive Officer of the United States International Development Finance Corporation, and nongovernmental organizations in beneficiary countries and in the United States, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a strategy that incorporates specific, measurable benchmarks-- (1) to achieve the purposes described in subsection (a); and (2) to inform citizens of beneficiary countries about the extent and benefits of United States assistance to such countries. (c) Annual Progress Update.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the strategy required by subsection (b) is submitted, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a written description of the progress made as of the date of such submission in meeting the benchmarks included in the strategy. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S842
Medicare and Medicaid Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2023
[ [ "C001070", "Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]", "sponsor" ], [ "C000141", "Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B000944", "Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001277", "Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "F000479", "Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "W000800", "Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "M001176", "Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>Medicare and Medicaid Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of</strong> <b>2023</b></p> <p>This bill provides for Medicare coverage of dental, vision, and hearing care. Coverage includes (1) routine dental cleanings and exams, basic and major dental services, emergency dental care, and dentures; (2) routine eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses; and (3) routine hearing exams, hearing aids, and exams for hearing aids. With respect to such care, the bill establishes special payment rules, limitations, and coinsurance requirements. </p> <p>The bill also increases the Medicaid Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate) for dental, vision, and hearing services.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 842 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 842 To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of dental and oral health services, vision services, and hearing services under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Cardin, Mr. Brown, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Fetterman, and Mr. Welch) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of dental and oral health services, vision services, and hearing services under the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Medicare and Medicaid Dental, Vision, and Hearing Benefit Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. DENTAL AND ORAL HEALTH SERVICES UNDER MEDICARE. (a) Coverage.--Section 1861(s)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(s)(2)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (II), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; (2) in subparagraph (JJ), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(KK) dental and oral health services (as defined in subsection (nnn));''. (b) Dental and Oral Health Services Defined.--Section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Dental and Oral Health Services ``(nnn) The term `dental and oral health services' means-- ``(1) routine dental cleanings and exams; ``(2) basic dental services, such as fillings and crowns; ``(3) major dental services, such as root canals, and extractions; ``(4) emergency dental care; and ``(5) other necessary services related to dental or oral health (as defined by the Secretary).''. (c) Payment; Coinsurance; and Limitations.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(HH)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (II) with respect to dental and oral health services (as defined in section 1861(nnn)), the amount paid shall be the payment amount specified under section 1834(aa)''. (2) Payment and limits specified.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(aa) Payment and Limits for Dental and Oral Health Services.-- ``(1) In general.--The payment amount under this part for dental and oral health services (as defined in section 1861(nnn)) shall be, subject to paragraph (3), the applicable percent (specified in paragraph (2)) of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the payment basis determined under section 1848. ``(2) Applicable percent.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this subsection, 0 percent; ``(B) for the year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(C) for the eighth year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(3) Limitations and secretarial authority.-- ``(A) Frequency.--With respect to dental and oral health services that are-- ``(i) routine dental cleanings, payment may be made under this part for only two such cleanings during a 12-month period; and ``(ii) routine exams, payment may be made under this part for only two such exams during a 12-month period. ``(B) Secretarial authority.-- ``(i) Authority to apply additional limitations.--The Secretary may apply such other reasonable limitations on the extent to which dental and oral services are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(ii) Authority to modify coverage.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of dental and oral health services to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force.''. (d) Payment Under Physician Fee Schedule.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)) is amended by inserting ``(2)(KK),'' before ``(3)''. (e) Dentures.-- (1) In general.--Section 1861(s)(8) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(s)(8)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``(other than dental)'' and inserting ``(including dentures)''; and (B) by striking ``internal body''. (2) Special payment rules.--Section 1834(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(23) Payment and limits for dentures.-- ``(A) In general.--The payment amount under this part for dentures shall be, subject to subparagraph (C), the applicable percent (specified in subparagraph (B)) of the amount otherwise payable for such dentures under this section. ``(B) Applicable percent.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph is-- ``(i) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, 0 percent; ``(ii) for the year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in clause (i), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(iii) for the eighth year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(C) Limitations and secretarial authority.-- ``(i) In general.--Payment may be made under this part for an individual for-- ``(I) not more than one full upper and one full lower denture once every five years; and ``(II) not more than one partial upper denture and one partial lower denture once every five years. ``(ii) Secretarial authority.-- ``(I) Authority to apply additional limitations.--The Secretary may apply such other reasonable limitations on the extent to which dentures are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(II) Authority to modify coverage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of dentures to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force.''. (f) Repeal of Ground for Exclusion.--Section 1862(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395y) is amended by striking paragraph (12). (g) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1 of the first year beginning at least six months after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 3. VISION SERVICES UNDER MEDICARE. (a) Coverage.--Section 1861(s)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(s)(2)), as amended by section 2(a), is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (JJ), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; (2) in subparagraph (KK), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(LL) vision services (as defined in subsection (mmm));''. (b) Vision Services Defined.--Section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x), as amended by section 2(b), is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``Vision Services ``(ooo) The term `vision services' means-- ``(1) routine eye examinations and procedures performed (during the course of any eye examination) to determine the refractive state of the eyes; and ``(2) other necessary services related to eye and vision health (as defined by the Secretary).''. (c) Payment; Coinsurance; and Limitations.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)), as amended by section 2(c)(1), is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(II)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (JJ) with respect to vision services (as defined in section 1861(mmm)), the amount paid shall be the payment amount specified under section 1834(bb)''. (2) Payment and limits specified.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m), as amended by section 2(c)(2), is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(bb) Payment and Limits for Vision Services.-- ``(1) In general.--The payment amount under this part for vision services (as defined in section 1861(mmm)) shall be, subject to paragraph (3), the applicable percent (specified in paragraph (2)) of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the payment basis determined under section 1848. ``(2) Applicable percent.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this subsection, 0 percent; ``(B) for the year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(C) for the eighth year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(3) Limitations and secretarial authority.-- ``(A) Frequency.--With respect to routine eye exams, payment may be made under this part for only one such exam during a 12-month period. ``(B) Secretarial authority.-- ``(i) Authority to apply additional limitations.--The Secretary may apply other reasonable limitations on the extent to which vision services are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(ii) Authority to modify coverage.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of vision services to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force.''. (d) Payment Under Physician Fee Schedule.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)), as amended by section 2(d), is amended by inserting ``(2)(LL),'' after ``(2)(KK),''. (e) Special Payment Rules for Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses, and Low Vision Devices.--Section 1834(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m(a)), as amended by section 2(e)(2), is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs: ``(24) Payment and limits for eyeglasses and contact lenses.-- ``(A) In general.--The payment amount under this part for eyeglass lenses, eyeglass frames, and contact lenses shall be, subject to subparagraph (C), the applicable percent (specified in subparagraph (B)) of the amount otherwise payable for such eyeglass lenses, eyeglass frames, and contact lenses, respectively, under this section. ``(B) Applicable percent.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph is-- ``(i) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, 0 percent; ``(ii) for the year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in clause (i), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(iii) for the eighth year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(C) Limitations and secretarial authority.-- ``(i) In general.--Payment may be made under this part (other than for eyewear described in section 1861(s)(8)) for an individual for-- ``(I) not more than one pair of eyeglass lenses during any 12-month period; ``(II) not more than one set of eyeglass frames during any 24-month period; and ``(III) contact lenses, only to the extent that the sum of such payments for contact lenses does not exceed a limitation of $200 during any 24-month period beginning during the first year beginning at least six months after the date of the enactment of this paragraph (or, beginning during a subsequent year, such limitation for a 24-month period beginning in the previous year increase by an appropriate inflation adjustment specified by the Secretary). ``(ii) Secretarial authority.-- ``(I) Authority to apply additional limitations.--The Secretary may apply such other reasonable limitations on the extent to which eyeglass lenses, eyeglass frames, and contact lenses are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(II) Authority to modify coverage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of eyeglass lenses, eyeglass frames, and contact lenses to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force. ``(25) Payment and limits for low vision devices.-- ``(A) In general.--The payment amount under this part for low vision devices shall be, subject to subparagraph (C), the applicable percent (specified in subparagraph (B)) of the amount otherwise payable for low vision devices under this section. ``(B) Applicable percent.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph is-- ``(i) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, 0 percent; ``(ii) for the year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in clause (i), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(iii) for the eighth year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(C) Secretarial authority.-- ``(i) Authority to apply limitations.--The Secretary may apply reasonable limitations on the extent to which low vision devices are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(ii) Authority to modify coverage.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of low vision devices to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force. ``(D) Low vision device defined.--In this paragraph, the term `low vision device' means a device, prescribed by a physician, that magnifies, enhances, or otherwise augments or interprets visual images irrespective of the size, form, or technological features of such device and does not include ordinary eyeglasses or contact lenses. In the previous sentence, the term `ordinary eyeglasses or contact lenses' means lenses that are intended to fully correct visual acuity or fully eliminate refractive error.''. (f) Definition of Durable Medical Equipment To Include Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses, and Low Vision Devices.--Section 1861(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(n)) is amended-- (1) by striking ``and'' before ``eye tracking'' and inserting a comma; and (2) by inserting ``, and eyeglass lenses, low vision devices (as defined in section 1834(a)(25)), eyeglass frames, and contact lenses'' before ``; except''. (g) Repeal of Ground for Exclusion.--Section 1862(a)(7) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395y(a)(7)) is amended by striking ``, eyeglasses (other than eyewear described in section 1861(s)(8)) or eye examinations for the purpose of prescribing, fitting, or changing eyeglasses, procedures performed (during the course of any eye examination) to determine the refractive state of the eyes''. (h) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1 of the first year beginning at least six months after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 4. HEARING SERVICES UNDER MEDICARE. (a) Coverage.-- (1) In general.--Section 1861(s)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(s)(2)), as amended by sections 2(a) and 3(a), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (KK), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; (B) in subparagraph (LL), by inserting ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(MM) audiology services (as defined in subsection (ll)(3)) and hearing services (as defined in subsection (ll)(5));''. (2) Hearing services defined.--Section 1861(ll) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(ll)) is amended-- (A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``; Hearing Services'' after ``Audiology Services''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) The term `hearing services' means-- ``(A) routine hearing exams and exams for hearing aids; and ``(B) other necessary services related to hearing health (as defined by the Secretary).''. (b) Payment; Coinsurance; and Limitations.-- (1) In general.--Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)), as amended by sections 2(c)(1) and 3(c)91), is amended-- (A) by striking ``and'' before ``(JJ)''; and (B) by inserting before the semicolon at the end the following: ``, and (KK) with respect to audiology services (as defined in section 1861(ll)(3)) and hearing services (as defined in section 1861(ll)(5)), the amount paid shall be the payment amount specified under section 1834(cc)''. (2) Payment and limits specified.--Section 1834 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m), as amended by sections 2(c)(2) and 3(c)(2), is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(cc) Payment and Limits for Hearing Services.-- ``(1) In general.--The payment amount under this part for audiology services (as defined in section 1861(ll)(3)) and hearing services (as defined in section 1861(ll)(5)), shall be, subject to paragraph (3), the applicable percent (specified in paragraph (2)) of the lesser of the actual charge for the services or the amount determined under the payment basis determined under section 1848. ``(2) Applicable percent.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph is-- ``(A) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this subsection, 0 percent; ``(B) for the year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this paragraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(C) for the eighth year following the year specified in subparagraph (A) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(3) Secretarial authority.-- ``(A) Authority to apply limitations.--The Secretary may apply reasonable limitations on the extent to which audiology services and hearing services are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement. ``(B) Authority to modify coverage.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of audiology services and hearing services to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force.''. (c) Payment Under the Physician Fee Schedule.--Section 1848(j)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-4(j)(3)), as amended by sections 2(d) and 3(d), is amended by inserting ``(2)(MM),'' after ``(2)(LL),''. (d) Hearing Aids.-- (1) Repeal of ground for exclusion.--Section 1862(a)(7) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395y(a)(7)), as amended by section 3(g), is amended by striking ``, hearing aids or examinations therefor,''. (2) Definition of durable medical equipment to include hearing aids.--Section 1861(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(n)), as amended by section 3(f), is amended by inserting ``hearing aids,'' before ``and eyeglass lenses''. (3) Special payment rules for hearing aids.--Section 1834(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m(a)), as amended by sections 2(e)(2) and 3(e), is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(26) Payment and limits for hearing aids.-- ``(A) In general.--The payment amount under this part for hearing aids shall be, subject to subparagraph (C), the applicable percent (specified in subparagraph (B)) of the amount otherwise payable for hearing aids under this section. ``(B) Applicable percent.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph is-- ``(i) for the first year beginning at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, 0 percent; ``(ii) for the year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year through the seventh year following the year specified in clause (i), the applicable percent specified in this subparagraph for the previous year increased by 10 percentage points; and ``(iii) for the eighth year following the year specified in clause (i) and each subsequent year, 80 percent. ``(C) Limitations and secretarial authority.-- ``(i) In general.--Payment may be made under this part for an individual for not more than one hearing aid per ear during a 48-month period. ``(ii) Secretarial authority.-- ``(I) Authority to apply additional limitations.--The Secretary may apply additional limitations on the extent to which hearing aids are covered under this part, including through application of a prior authorization requirement and through application of criteria for a minimum level of hearing loss for coverage of an initial or replacement hearing aid. ``(II) Authority to modify coverage.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, if the Secretary determines appropriate, the Secretary may modify the coverage under this part of hearing aids to the extent that such modification is consistent with the recommendations of the United States Preventive Services Task Force.''. (e) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to services furnished on or after January 1 of the first year beginning at least six months after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 5. INCREASED FMAP FOR COVERAGE OF DENTAL AND ORAL HEALTH SERVICES, VISION SERVICES, AND HEARING SERVICES UNDER MEDICAID. Section 1905 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (10), by inserting ``, which may include any dental and oral health service (as defined in section 1861(nnn))'' after ``dental services''; (B) in paragraph (13)-- (i) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (ii) in subparagraph (C), by striking the semicolon and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) any service that is a vision service (as defined in section 1861(ooo)) or a hearing service (as defined in section 1861(ll)(5);''; (2) in subsection (b), by striking ``and (ii)'' and inserting ``(ii), and (jj)''; and (3) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(jj) Increased FMAP for Expenditures for Dental and Oral Health Services, Vision Services, and Hearing Services.-- ``(1) In general.--Notwithstanding subsection (b), the Federal medical assistance percentage with respect to amounts expended by a State for medical assistance for services described in paragraph (2) shall be equal to 90 percent. ``(2) Services described.--A service described in this paragraph is any service that-- ``(A) is furnished on or after January 1 of the first calendar year that begins at least 6 months after the date of the enactment of this subsection; ``(B) is not furnished to an individual who is-- ``(i) under the age of 21; and ``(ii) eligible for medical assistance for the services described in subsection (a)(4)(B); and ``(C) is-- ``(i) a dental and oral health service (as defined in section 1861(nnn)); ``(ii) a vision service (as defined in section 1861(ooo)); or ``(iii) a hearing service (as defined in section 1861(ll)(5)).''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S843
A bill to amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, and for other purposes.
[ [ "R000584", "Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 843 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 843 To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Risch introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to authorize the use of funds for certain additional Carey Act projects, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND JOBS ACT OF ADDITIONAL CAREY ACT PROJECTS FOR CERTAIN FUNDS. Section 40904(b) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (43 U.S.C. 3204(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (C) as clauses (i) through (iii), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (2) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (4) as subparagraphs (A) through (D), respectively, and indenting appropriately; (3) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) (as so redesignated), by striking ``The Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(1) In general.--The Secretary''; and (4) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Additional projects.-- ``(A) In general.--On making the affirmative determinations described in subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall use amounts made available under section 40901(2)(B) to fund the rehabilitation, reconstruction, or replacement of any dams that were developed pursuant to, and continue to operate as dams under, section 4 of the Act of August 18, 1894 (commonly known as the `Carey Act') (43 U.S.C. 641; 28 Stat. 422, chapter 301). ``(B) Determinations described.--The determinations referred to in subparagraph (A) are-- ``(i) a determination by the Secretary that any dams that meet the criteria described in paragraph (1) have received the necessary funding to complete rehabilitation, reconstruction, or replacement activities under this subsection; and ``(ii) a determination by the Secretary that amounts made available under section 40901(2)(B) remain available.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S844
Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act
[ [ "C001070", "Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]", "sponsor" ], [ "F000479", "Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B000944", "Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]", "cosponsor" ], [ "S001203", "Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 844 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 844 To authorize the declaration of a hazardous train event, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Fetterman, and Mr. Brown) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To authorize the declaration of a hazardous train event, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Assistance for Local Heroes During Train Crises Act''. SEC. 2. HAZARDOUS TRAIN EVENTS. (a) In General.--Chapter 209 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 20904. Hazardous train events ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Administrator.--The term `Administrator' means the Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration. ``(2) Eligible entity.--The term `eligible entity' means a State or local emergency response group, including a law enforcement agency, a fire department, and an emergency response agency, located in an area affected by a hazardous train event. ``(3) Fund.--The term `Fund' means the Hazardous Train Event Emergency Reimbursement Fund established under subsection (c). ``(4) Hazardous train event.--The term `hazardous train event' means an train incident that the Administrator has declared to be a hazardous train event pursuant to subsection (b). ``(b) Declaration.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, may declare that a hazardous train event has occurred not later than 3 days after the occurrence of a train derailment, train crash, or other incident involving a train carrying hazardous materials, hazardous waste, or other materials that pose a threat to public health, safety, and the environment, as determined by the Administrator. ``(2) Effect of declaration.--Upon a declaration pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator shall immediately award at least $250,000 from the Fund to 1 or more eligible entities pursuant to subsection (d). ``(3) Additional funding award.--Not later than 5 days after a declaration pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator may award additional amounts to the initially awarded entities for further costs or other eligible entities from the Fund, not to exceed $3,000,000 per hazardous train event. Amounts awarded pursuant to this paragraph shall be allocated based on additional needs, as determined by the Administrator. ``(c) Hazardous Train Event Emergency Reimbursement Fund.--There is established within the Treasury of the United States a fund, which-- ``(1) shall be known as the `Hazardous Train Event Emergency Reimbursement Fund'; and ``(2) shall be administered by the Administrator. ``(d) Assistance for Eligible Entities.-- ``(1) In general.--The Administrator may use amounts from the Fund to reimburse eligible entities, in accordance with subsection (b)-- ``(A) for the cost of replacing equipment that is damaged, contaminated, or otherwise rendered unusable as a result of the response of the eligible entity to a hazardous train event; ``(B) for overtime pay for firefighters, law enforcement officers, or other emergency responders who work at the scene of a hazardous train event; ``(C) for operational costs for actions taken to respond to a hazardous train event; ``(D) for any other purpose related to a hazardous train event, as determined by the Administrator; and ``(E) to retroactively cover a cost described in any of subparagraphs (A) through (D) that is incurred after the date of a hazardous train event or within 30 days of the receipt of amounts under this subsection. ``(2) Documentation of costs.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 120 days after the date on which the Administrator declares a hazardous train event for which an eligible entity receives assistance under this subsection, the eligible entity shall submit documentation to the Administrator for each item for which such assistance is used through procurement or reimbursement. ``(B) Reimbursement.--If the Administrator determines that an eligible entity has used assistance received under this subsection in violation of this subsection, the eligible entity shall reimburse the Fund for the amount of such assistance. Reimbursements to the Fund shall be made eligible for future hazardous train events.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 209 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``20904. Hazardous train events.''. SEC. 3. ADVANCE WARNING REQUIREMENT. The Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, shall issue regulations requiring any railroad that transports hazardous materials by train through any community in the United States to provide county and local emergency response groups in such community, including police departments, fire departments, and emergency response agencies, with-- (1) advance warning of such train's load and timing; and (2) real-time location information on such a train when it enters and exits its service area the applicable service area. SEC. 4. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY REIMBURSEMENT FEE. (a) In General.--Section 5108(g) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(4) Hazardous materials emergency reimbursement fee for shippers and carriers of hazardous material.-- ``(A) Schedule of fees.--The Secretary shall prescribe a schedule of annual fees for shippers and carriers of hazardous materials by rail that have total annual collections of not less than $10,000,000. ``(B) Deposits into trust fund.--Fees collected pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall be deposited into the Hazardous Train Event Emergency Reimbursement Fund established under section 20904.''. (b) Deposits Into Trust Fund.--Amounts collected from shippers and carriers pursuant to section 5108(g)(4), United States Code, as added by subsection (a), shall be regularly deposited into the Hazardous Train Event Emergency Reimbursement Fund established under section 20904 of title 49, United States Code, as added by section 2. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S845
Short on Competition Act
[ [ "K000367", "Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]", "sponsor" ], [ "L000577", "Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "D000563", "Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]", "cosponsor" ], [ "G000386", "Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 845 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 845 To allow for expedited approval of generic prescription drugs and temporary importation of prescription drugs in the case of marginally competitive drug markets and drug shortages. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Lee, Mr. Durbin, and Mr. Grassley) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To allow for expedited approval of generic prescription drugs and temporary importation of prescription drugs in the case of marginally competitive drug markets and drug shortages. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Short on Competition Act''. SEC. 2. TEMPORARY IMPORTATION OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS. (a) Temporary Importation.--Section 506C of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 356c) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (i), (j), and (k) respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (g) the following: ``(h) Temporary Importation Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--If, based on notifications described in subsection (a) or any other relevant information, the Secretary concludes that there is, or is likely to be, a drug shortage of a drug described in subsection (a), except as provided in paragraph (3), the Secretary shall authorize importation of such drug for a period of up to 3 years if-- ``(A) the drug is a drug subject to section 503(b)(1), including a combination product whose primary mode of action is that of a drug as determined under section 503(g)(1)(D)(i), other than a drug described in subparagraphs (A) through (F) of section 804(a)(3); ``(B) the drug is authorized to be lawfully marketed in one or more of the countries included in the list under section 802(b)(1); ``(C) the imported drug has the same active ingredient as the drug for which there is a shortage with respect to manufacturers in the United States; ``(D) the manufacturer certifies to the Secretary that it intends to seek approval of the drug under section 505(j); and ``(E) an importer (as defined in section 804(a)) files with the Secretary information-- ``(i) attesting that the requirements under subparagraphs (A) through (D) are satisfied; ``(ii) identifying the drug the importer proposes to import and the manufacturer from whom the importer proposes to import such drug; and ``(iii) requesting authority to import the drug. ``(2) Beginning date of importation.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), if all of the conditions under paragraph (1) are met, the Secretary shall authorize importation of a drug in accordance with such paragraph beginning not later than 60 days after receipt of the information under paragraph (1)(E). ``(3) Discretionary denial of importation.--The Secretary may deny importation of a drug otherwise qualified for importation under paragraph (1) if the Secretary determines that-- ``(A) the drug is not safe and effective; ``(B) the drug is used in conjunction with a device for which there is no reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness; or ``(C) the authorization to market the drug in one or more of the countries included in the list under section 802(b)(1) has been rescinded or withdrawn because of any concern relating to the safety or effectiveness of the drug. ``(4) Termination of authority.--The authority to import a drug pursuant to paragraph (1) shall terminate after 3 years, or when the drug shortage no longer applies, whichever occurs first.''. (b) Marginally Competitive Drug Markets.--Chapter V of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 351 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 506C-1 the following: ``SEC. 506C-2. MARGINALLY COMPETITIVE DRUG MARKETS. ``(a) In General.--If the Secretary determines under subsection (b) that a marginally competitive market exists with respect to an applicable drug, the Secretary-- ``(1) shall treat such marginally competitive market as creating a drug shortage only for purposes of subsections (g) and (h) of section 506C; and ``(2)(A) may expedite the review of applications and inspections with respect to the drug in accordance with section 506C(g); and ``(B) shall authorize importation of the drug in accordance with section 506C(h). ``(b) Determination of Marginally Competitive Market.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall determine that a marginally competitive market exists with respect to an applicable drug if-- ``(A) for at least 2 consecutive months prior to the determination, fewer than 5 drugs approved under section 505(c) (referred to in this paragraph as the `applicable listed drug') or under section 505(j) that reference the applicable listed drug were commercially available in the United States; ``(B) the applicable listed drug was approved at least 10 years before such determination; and ``(C) each patent which claims an active ingredient of the applicable listed drug has expired. ``(2) Commercially available.-- ``(A) In general.--For purposes of paragraph (1)(A), a drug is not commercially available in the United States if-- ``(i) the holder of an application approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 has publicly announced that it has discontinued the manufacturing of the drug; ``(ii) a drug approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 has been withdrawn or discontinued; or ``(iii) the Secretary has any other reasonable basis to conclude that a drug approved under subsection (c) or (j) of section 505 is not competitively relevant. ``(B) Holder of approved application.--In determining whether 5 drugs are commercially available under paragraph (1)(A), in the case of a single person who is the holder of more than one application approved as described in paragraph (1)(A) with respect to an applicable drug, only one such drug shall be considered to be commercially available. ``(c) Applicable Drug.--In this section, the term `applicable drug' means a drug that is not a radio pharmaceutical drug product or any other product as designated by the Secretary.''. (c) Annual Reporting on Drug Shortages.--Section 506C-1(a)(5)(B) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C. 356c-1(a)(5)(B)) is amended-- (1) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting ``;''; (2) in clause (ii), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon; and (3) by inserting after clause (ii) the following: ``(iii) the number of drugs authorized for temporary importation under section 506C(h);''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S846
New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act of 2023
[ [ "R000605", "Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]", "sponsor" ], [ "K000383", "Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001096", "Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]", "cosponsor" ], [ "D000618", "Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001261", "Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ], [ "G000386", "Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000464", "Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "S001203", "Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "L000571", "Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000250", "Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H001061", "Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]", "cosponsor" ], [ "M001183", "Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001047", "Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 846 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 846 To amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Poultry Products Inspection Act to allow the interstate sale of State-inspected meat and poultry, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Rounds (for himself, Mr. King, Mr. Cramer, Mr. Daines, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Grassley, Mr. Tester, Ms. Smith, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Thune, and Mr. Hoeven) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Poultry Products Inspection Act to allow the interstate sale of State-inspected meat and poultry, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. STATE-INSPECTED MEAT. Section 301 of the Federal Meat Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 661) is amended-- (1) by striking the section designation and inserting the following: ``SEC. 301. SALE OF INSPECTED MEAT AND MEAT FOOD PRODUCTS.''; (2) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``In furtherance of this policy'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and all that follows through ``(1) The Secretary'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(B) State programs.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary''; (B) by striking ``(a) It is'' and inserting the following: ``(a) State Meat Inspection Program.-- ``(1) In general.-- ``(A) Policy.--It is''; and (C) in paragraph (1)(B) (as so designated)-- (i) in clause (i) (as so designated), by striking ``solely for distribution within such State'' and inserting ``for distribution''; and (ii) by adding at the end the following: ``(ii) Interstate commerce.-- ``(I) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, the Secretary may allow the shipment in interstate commerce of carcasses, parts of carcasses, meat, and meat food products inspected under the State meat inspection program described in clause (i). ``(II) Acceptance of interstate shipments of meat and meat food products.--Notwithstanding any provision of State law, a State or local government shall not prohibit or restrict the movement or sale of meat or meat food products that have been inspected and passed in accordance with this Act for interstate commerce.''; (3) in subsection (b), by striking ``(b) The appropriate'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Cooperation of State Agency.--The appropriate''; (4) in subsection (c)-- (A) by striking ``(c)(1) If the Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(c) Enforcement of Federal Requirements.-- ``(1) Designation of states.-- ``(A) In general.--If the Secretary''; (B) in paragraph (1) (as so designated)-- (i) in subparagraph (A) (as so designated)-- (I) in the first sentence, by striking ``solely for distribution within such State'' and inserting ``for distribution''; and (II) in the second sentence, by striking ``If the Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(B) Designation of states.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided under clause (ii), if the Secretary''; (ii) in subparagraph (B) (as so designated)-- (I) in clause (i) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence, by striking ``wholly''; and (bb) by striking ``State; Provided, That if'' and inserting the following: ``State. ``(ii) Exception.--If''; and (II) in clause (ii) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence-- (AA) by striking ``such designation'' and inserting ``a designation made under clause (i)''; and (BB) by striking ``he'' each place it appears and inserting ``the Secretary''; and (bb) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Secretary shall'' and inserting the following: ``(C) Publication of designation.--The Secretary shall''; (iii) in subparagraph (C) (as so designated)-- (I) in the first sentence-- (aa) by striking ``if such''; and (bb) by striking ``were'' after ``transactions''; and (II) in the second sentence, by striking ``Thereafter, upon request'' and inserting the following: ``(D) Revocation of designation.--On request''; (iv) in subparagraph (D) (as so designated)-- (I) in the first sentence, by striking ``such designation'' and inserting ``a designation made under subparagraph (B)(i)''; and (II) by striking ``title IV of this Act: And provided further, That, notwithstanding''; and inserting the following: ``title IV. ``(E) Adulterated meat or meat food product.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding''; and (v) in subparagraph (E) (as so designated)-- (I) in clause (i) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence-- (AA) by striking ``within such State''; and (BB) by striking ``section 301 of the Act'' and inserting ``this section''; and (bb) in the second sentence, by striking ``If the State'' and inserting the following: ``(ii) Enforcement.--If the State''; and (II) in clause (ii) (as so designated), by striking ``as though engaged in commerce''; (C) in paragraph (2), by striking ``(2) The provisions'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Exceptions to inspection.--The provisions''; (D) in paragraph (3)-- (i) by striking ``(3) Whenever'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Termination of designation.--If''; and (ii) by striking ``he'' and inserting ``the Secretary''; and (E) in paragraph (4), by striking ``(4) The Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(4) Report.--The Secretary''; and (5) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) As used in'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Definition of State.--In''. SEC. 3. STATE-INSPECTED POULTRY PRODUCTS. Section 5 of the Poultry Products Inspection Act (21 U.S.C. 454) is amended-- (1) by striking the section heading and designation and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5. SALE OF INSPECTED POULTRY PRODUCTS.''; (2) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``In furtherance of this policy'' in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and all that follows through ``(1) The Secretary'' in paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(B) State programs.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary''; (B) by striking ``(a) It is'' and inserting the following: ``(a) State Poultry Product Inspection Program.-- ``(1) In general.-- ``(A) Policy.--It is''; and (C) in paragraph (1)(B) (as so designated)-- (i) in clause (i) (as so designated), by striking ``solely for distribution within such State'' and inserting ``for distribution''; and (ii) by adding at the end the following: ``(ii) Interstate commerce.-- ``(I) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, the Secretary may allow the shipment in interstate commerce of poultry products inspected under the State poultry product inspection program described in clause (i). ``(II) Acceptance of interstate shipments of poultry products.-- Notwithstanding any provision of State law, a State or local government shall not prohibit or restrict the movement or sale of poultry products that have been inspected and passed in accordance with this Act for interstate commerce.''; (3) in subsection (b), by striking ``(b) The appropriate'' and inserting the following: ``(b) Cooperation of State Agency.--The appropriate''; (4) in subsection (c)-- (A) by striking ``(c)(1) If the Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(c) Enforcement of Federal Requirements.-- ``(1) Designation of states.-- ``(A) In general.--If the Secretary''; (B) in paragraph (1) (as so designated)-- (i) in subparagraph (A) (as so designated)-- (I) in the first sentence, by striking ``solely for distribution within such State'' and inserting ``for distribution''; and (II) in the second sentence, by striking ``If the Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(B) Designation of states.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided under clause (ii), if the Secretary''; (ii) in subparagraph (B) (as so designated)-- (I) in clause (i) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence, by striking ``wholly''; and (bb) by striking ``State: Provided, That if'' and inserting the following: ``State. ``(ii) Exception.--If''; and (II) in clause (ii) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence-- (AA) by striking ``such designation'' and inserting ``a designation made under clause (i)''; and (BB) by striking ``he'' each place it appears and inserting ``the Secretary''; and (bb) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Secretary shall'' and inserting the following: ``(C) Publication of designation.--The Secretary shall''; (iii) in subparagraph (C) (as so designated)-- (I) in the first sentence-- (aa) by striking ``if such''; and (bb) by striking ``were'' after ``transactions''; and (II) in the second sentence, by striking ``However, notwithstanding'' and inserting the following: ``(D) Adulterated poultry product.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding''; and (iv) in subparagraph (D) (as so designated)-- (I) in clause (i) (as so designated)-- (aa) in the first sentence-- (AA) by striking ``within such State''; and (BB) by striking ``subparagraph (a)(4) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (a)(4)''; and (bb) in the second sentence, by striking ``If the State'' and inserting the following: ``(ii) Enforcement.--If the State''; and (II) in clause (ii) (as so designated), by striking ``as though engaged in commerce''; (C) in paragraph (2), by striking ``(2) The provisions'' and inserting the following: ``(2) Exceptions to inspection.--The provisions''; (D) in paragraph (3), by striking ``(3) Whenever'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Termination of designation.--If''; and (E) in paragraph (4), by striking ``(4) The Secretary'' and inserting the following: ``(4) Report.--The Secretary''; and (5) in subsection (d), by striking ``(d) As used in'' and inserting the following: ``(d) Definition of State.--In''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S847
International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 847 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 847 To establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Moran, Mr. Durbin, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Cardin, Mr. Tillis, Mrs. Shaheen, Mr. Kaine, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Merkley, and Mr. Murphy) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish the International Children with Disabilities Protection Program within the Department of State, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``International Children with Disabilities Protection Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress makes the following findings: (1) According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), there are at least 240,000,000 children and youth with disabilities in the world, including approximately 53,000,000 children under age 5. (2) Families and children with disabilities together make up nearly 2,000,000,000 people, or 25 percent of the world's population. (3) Millions of children, particularly children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, are placed in large or small residential institutions and most of those children are left to grow up without the love, support, and guidance of a family. The vast majority of children placed in residential institutions have at least one living parent or have extended family, many of whom would keep their children at home if they had the support and legal protections necessary to do so. (4) As described in the 2013 world report published by UNICEF, many parents who wish to keep their children with disabilities feel that they have no choice but to give up their child to a residential institution because of prejudice and stigma against disability, the lack of support and protection that families receive, and the fact that education and community services are often inaccessible or inappropriate for children with disabilities. (5) Extensive scientific research demonstrates that placing children in residential institutions may lead to psychological harm, increased developmental disabilities, stunted growth, rapid spread of infectious diseases, and high rates of mortality. (6) Leading child protection organizations have documented that children and adolescents raised without families in residential institutions face high risk of violence, trafficking for forced labor or the sex industry, forced abortion or sterilization, and criminal detention. (7) The danger of family breakup and institutionalization has grown enormously as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a study published in The Lancet, as of September 2022, a minimum of 10,500,000 children globally have lost a parent or co-residing caregiver to COVID-19 and are now at increased risk of placement in a residential institution. (8) The disability rights movement in the United States has been a world leader and an inspiration to the growth of a global disability rights movement. The United States has many models of practice that could be shared with countries around the world to support laws, policies, and services to promote the full inclusion of children with disabilities in families around the world. (9) The Advancing Protection and Care for Children in Adversity strategy of the United States Government (APCCA) and the Global Child Thrive Act of 2020 (subtitle I of title XII of division A of Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 3985) commit the United States Government to investing in the development, care, dignity, and safety of vulnerable children and their families around the world, including efforts to keep children with their families and reduce placement of children in residential institutions. SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) stigma and discrimination against children with disabilities, particularly intellectual and other developmental disabilities, and lack of support for community inclusion have left people with disabilities and their families economically and socially marginalized; (2) organizations of persons with disabilities and family members of persons with disabilities are often too small to apply for or obtain funds from domestic or international sources or ineligible to receive funds from such sources; (3) as a result of the factors described in paragraphs (1) and (2), key stakeholders have often been left out of public policymaking on matters that affect children with disabilities; and (4) financial support, technical assistance, and active engagement of people with disabilities and their families is needed to ensure the development of effective policies that protect families, ensure the full inclusion in society of children with disabilities, and promote the transition of children with disabilities to independent living as adults. SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Department.--The term ``Department'' means the Department of State. (2) Family.--The term ``family'' includes married and unmarried parents, single parents, adoptive families, kinship care, extended family, and foster care. (3) Organization of persons with disabilities.--The term ``organization of persons with disabilities'' means a nongovernmental civil society organization with staff leadership and a board of directors the majority of which consists of-- (A) people with disabilities; (B) individuals who were formerly placed in a residential institution; or (C) family members of children or youth with disabilities. (4) Residential institution.--The term ``residential institution''-- (A) means a facility where children live in a collective arrangement that is not family-based and that-- (i) may be public or privately managed and staffed; (ii) may be small or large; and (iii) may or may not be designated for children with disabilities; and (B) includes an orphanage, a children's institution, a group home, an infant home, a children's village or cottage complex, a boarding school used primarily for care, and any other residential setting for children. SEC. 5. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States to-- (1) assist countries abroad in creating rights protection programs for people with disabilities and developing policies and social supports to ensure that children with disabilities can grow up as members of families and make the transition to independent living as adults; (2) promote the development of advocacy skills and leadership abilities of people with disabilities and family members of children and youth with disabilities so that such individuals can effectively participate in their local, regional, and national governments to promote policy reforms and programs to support full inclusion in families of children with disabilities; (3) promote the development of laws and policies that-- (A) strengthen families and protect against the unnecessary institutionalization of children with disabilities; and (B) create opportunities for youth with disabilities to receive the resources and support needed to achieve their full potential and transition to independent living as adults; (4) promote participation by different groups of people with disabilities and their families in advocating for disability rights and reforms to legal frameworks; and (5) promote the sustainable action needed to bring about changes in law, policy, and programs to ensure full family inclusion of children with disabilities and the transition of children with disabilities to independent living as adults. SEC. 6. INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES PROTECTION PROGRAM AND CAPACITY BUILDING. (a) International Children With Disabilities Protection Program.-- (1) Establishment of program.--There is established within the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the Department a grant and capacity-building program to be known as the ``International Children with Disabilities Protection Program'' (in this section referred to as the ``Program''). (2) Purpose.--The purpose of the Program is to assist organizations of persons with disabilities and family members of children with disabilities in communicating about and advocating for policies that ensure the family inclusion and transition to independent living of children with disabilities to advance the policy described in section 5. (3) Criteria.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with leading civil society groups with expertise in global disability rights, shall establish criteria for-- (A) applications for grants awarded under paragraph (4); and (B) the selection of-- (i) the countries or regions targeted under the Program; (ii) priority activities funded through grants awarded under paragraph (4); and (iii) capacity-building needs of recipients of grants awarded under paragraph (4). (4) Disability inclusion grants.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary of State may award grants to eligible implementing partners to administer grant amounts directly or through subgrants. (B) Eligible implementing partners.--For purposes of this paragraph, an eligible implementing partner is a nongovernmental organization or other civil society organization that-- (i) has the capacity to administer grant amounts-- (I) directly; or (II) through subgrants that can be effectively used by emerging new organizations of persons with disabilities; and (ii) has expertise in disability rights. (C) Priority.--The Secretary of State shall prioritize awarding grants under this paragraph to eligible implementing partners with experience operating or administering subgrants in countries for which the Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, in consultation with the United States Government Special Adviser and Senior Coordinator for the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development on Children in Adversity, has determined that there are significant populations of children living in residential institutions. (D) Subgrants.--An eligible implementing partner that receives a grant under this paragraph should seek to-- (i) provide not less than 50 percent of the grant amount through subgrants to local organizations of persons with disabilities and other nongovernmental organizations working in country to advance the policy described in section 5; and (ii) provide, of any amount distributed pursuant to clause (i)-- (I) 75 percent to organizations of persons with disabilities; and (II) 25 percent to other nongovernmental organizations. (b) Capacity-Building Programs.--The Secretary of State is authorized to provide funds to nongovernmental organizations with expertise in capacity building and technical assistance to develop capacity-building programs to-- (1) develop disability leaders, legislators, policymakers, and service providers to plan and implement programs to advance the policy described in section 5; (2) build the advocacy capacity and knowledge of successful models of rights enforcement, family support, and disability inclusion among disability, youth, and allied civil society advocates, attorneys, and professionals to advance the policy described in section 5; (3) create online programs to train policymakers, activists, and other individuals on successful models of reform, services, and rights protection to ensure that children with disabilities can live and grow up with families and become full participants in society, which-- (A) are available globally; (B) offer low-cost or no-cost training accessible to persons with disabilities, family members of such persons, and other individuals with potential to offer future leadership in the advancement of the goals of family inclusion, transition to independent living as adults, and rights protection for children with disabilities; and (C) should be targeted to government policymakers, disability activists, and other potential allies and supporters among civil society groups; and (4) create study tours so activists and policymakers from abroad can observe and better understand the operation of successful models of family and community inclusion and rights advocacy, including exposing such activists and policymakers to models of good practice in the United States. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.-- (1) In general.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section amounts as follows: (A) $2,000,000 for fiscal year 2024. (B) $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029. (2) Capacity-building and technical assistance programs.-- Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated by paragraph (1), not less than $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2024 and not less than $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2029 are authorized to be available for capacity-building and technical assistance programs to support disability rights leadership and to train and engage policymakers, professionals, and allies in civil society organizations in foreign countries. SEC. 7. BRIEFINGS AND REPORTS ON IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Annual Briefing Required.-- (1) In general.--Not less frequently than annually through fiscal year 2029, the Secretary of State shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate a briefing on-- (A) the programs and activities carried out to advance the policy described in section 5; and (B) any broader work of the Department in advancing that policy. (2) Elements.--Each briefing required by paragraph (1) shall include, with respect to each program carried out under section 6-- (A) the rationale for the country and program selection; (B) the goals and objectives of the program, and the kinds of participants in the activities and programs supported; (C) a description of the types of technical assistance and capacity building provided; and (D) an identification of any gaps in funding or support needed to ensure full participation of organizations of persons with disabilities or inclusion of children with disabilities in the program. (b) Reports Required.-- (1) In general.--Not less frequently than once every 3 years through fiscal year 2029, the Secretary of State shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate a report on the matters described in subsection (a)(1). (2) Elements.--Each report required by paragraph (1) shall include the elements described in subsection (a)(2). (3) Consultation.--In preparing each report required by paragraph (1), the Secretary of State shall consult with organizations of persons with disabilities. SEC. 8. PROMOTING INTERNATIONAL PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES. (a) Sense of Congress on Programming and Programs.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) all programming of the Department and the United States Agency for International Development related to childcare reform, improvement of health care systems, primary and secondary education, disability rights, and human rights should seek to be consistent with the policy described in section 5; and (2) programs of the Department and the United States Agency for International Development related to children, health care, and education-- (A) should-- (i) engage organizations of persons with disabilities in policymaking and program implementation; and (ii) support full inclusion of children with disabilities in families; and (B) should aim to avoid support for residential institutions for children with disabilities except in situations of conflict or emergency in a manner that protects family connections as described in subsection (b). (b) Sense of Congress on Conflict and Emergencies.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) programs of the Department and the United States Agency for International Development serving children in situations of conflict or emergency, among displaced or refugee populations, or in natural disasters should seek to ensure that children with and without disabilities can maintain family ties; and (2) in situations of emergency, if children are separated from parents or have no family, every effort should be made to ensure that children are placed with extended family, in kinship care, or in a substitute family. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S848
PROSPECT Act
[ [ "B001288", "Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]", "sponsor" ], [ "W000817", "Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents and Early Childhood Teachers Act or the PROSPECT Act</b></p> <p>This bill establishes various grant programs to increase the supply of, and access to, high-quality, early-childhood care. Specifically, grants are established for</p> <ul> <li> planning and developing expanded access to free infant and toddler child care for student parents attending community college or minority-serving institutions;</li> <li>providing free infant and toddler child care to such student parents, including developing on-campus child care centers that meet specified requirements;</li> <li>training, mentorships, and technical support to community child care agencies and the professional development of licensed and unlicensed child care professionals; and<br> </li> <li>increasing the workforce pipeline of high-quality infant and toddler child care providers, particularly in locations with a low supply of affordable care.</li> </ul> <p>The bill also revises the formula for providing federal matching funds to states providing child care assistance.</p> <p>Further, the bill requires the Department of Education&rsquo;s college cost calculator to include information about the dependent care allowance with respect to the cost of attendance and financial aid.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 848 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 848 To establish competitive Federal grants that will empower community colleges and minority-serving institutions to become incubators for infant and toddler child care talent, training, and access on their campuses and in their communities, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Booker (for himself and Ms. Warren) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish competitive Federal grants that will empower community colleges and minority-serving institutions to become incubators for infant and toddler child care talent, training, and access on their campuses and in their communities, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents and Early Childhood Teachers Act'' or the ``PROSPECT Act''. SEC. 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS. The table of contents of this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title. Sec. 2. Table of contents. Sec. 3. Findings. TITLE I--ESTABLISHMENT OF INFANT AND TODDLER CHILD CARE LEADERSHIP GRANTS Sec. 101. Purpose. Sec. 102. Definitions. Sec. 103. Authorization of appropriations. Subtitle A--General Provisions Sec. 111. Program authorized. Sec. 112. Application; selection criteria. Sec. 113. Amount, duration, and administration of grants. Subtitle B--Planning and Implementation Grants Sec. 121. Grants authorized. Sec. 122. Planning grants. Sec. 123. Access grants providing infant and toddler child care for community college or minority-serving institution student parents. Sec. 124. Impact grants. Sec. 125. Pipeline grants. Sec. 126. Evaluation criteria for grants. Sec. 127. Report to Congress. Sec. 128. Nondiscrimination in programs and activities. TITLE II--CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Sec. 201. Eligibility. Sec. 202. Conforming amendments. Sec. 203. Increased Federal matching payments for child care. TITLE III--OUTREACH REGARDING THE DEPENDENT CARE ALLOWANCE FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID Sec. 301. Sharing dependent care allowance information for Federal student aid. SEC. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) A child's brain grows at a faster rate between birth and age 3 than at any later point in the child's lifetime. (2) Decades of research shows that children under age 3 that receive quality child care are more likely to have the behavioral, cognitive, and language skills development necessary for success in school, college, and life. (3) According to a 2018 survey, 83 percent of parents with a child under age 5 responded that finding quality, affordable child care was a serious problem in their area. (4) In 2017, on average, center-based child care for an infant cost 61 percent more than for a preschooler, over $11,000 annually per child, and in 28 States, more than the cost of public college tuition. (5) In the 2015-2016 academic year, approximately 4,300,000 postsecondary education students were raising children while in college, and over half of those students had children preschool-aged or younger. (6) According to a 2016 survey, 95 percent of child care centers at 2-year and 4-year colleges across the United States had a waiting list, with the average list containing 82 children. (7) Student parents were 20 percent more likely to leave college without a degree than students without children. (8) The Child Care Access Means Parents in School Federal Grant program under subpart 7 of part A of title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070e et seq.) helps over 3,300 students at institutions of higher education afford child care each year, but this program impacts just 0.5 percent of the entire student parent population, and many institutions of higher education do not open their subsidized child care programs to children under age 3. (9) The share of community colleges and 4-year institutions of higher education with on-campus child care has been in decline. Community colleges saw a 10 percent decrease in the number of campuses with child care between 2002 and 2017. (10) Student parents are more likely to be enrolled at community colleges and minority-serving institutions than other institutions of higher education. Over a quarter of all community college students are parents, and in the 2015-2016 academic year, 40 percent of Black women attending college were parents, 3 times the rate for White male college students. (11) Community colleges and minority-serving institutions lead the higher education sector in educating infant and toddler child care providers, especially child care providers of color, so they are the optimal actors for driving quality infant and toddler child care access in their regions. TITLE I--ESTABLISHMENT OF INFANT AND TODDLER CHILD CARE LEADERSHIP GRANTS SEC. 101. PURPOSE. The purposes of this title are to expand access to infant and toddler child care for children of students at public community colleges and at minority-serving institutions and to grow, diversify, and strengthen the workforce pipeline of highly effective infant and toddler child care providers, especially in communities of color and infant and toddler child care deserts. SEC. 102. DEFINITIONS. In this title: (1) Community college.--The term ``community college'' means a public institution of higher education, as defined in section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a)), that provides an educational program of not less than 2 years that culminates in an associate degree and is acceptable for full credit toward a baccalaureate degree. (2) Community college or minority-serving institution student parent.--The term ``community college or minority- serving institution student parent'' means an individual who-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of a child who qualifies for infant and toddler child care; and (B) is a full-time or part-time student at a community college or minority-serving institution participating in an eligible entity. (3) Culturally responsive teaching.--The term ``culturally responsive teaching'' means teaching-- (A) using the cultural characteristics, experiences, and perspectives of ethnically diverse students as conduits for teaching them more effectively; and (B) based on understanding the influences of race, culture, and ethnicity in teaching and learning and using the cultural experiences and contributions of different ethnic groups as instrumental tools for teaching academic and social knowledge and skills. (4) Drop-in.--The term ``drop-in'', when used with respect to child care-- (A) means child care that-- (i) does not require prescheduling a definite number of scheduled days or hours per week; or (ii) is short term, such as less than 5 hours per day; and (B) includes child care described in subparagraph (A) that requires parents to provide 24-hour notice before using the child care or provides child care subject to availability. (5) Dual language learner.--The term ``dual language learner'' means a child who-- (A) is acquiring 2 or more languages at the same time; or (B) is learning a second language while continuing to develop the child's first language, including a child who may also be identified by a State or locality as bilingual or limited English proficient or as an English language learner, an English learner, or a child who speaks a language other than English. (6) Early childhood educator preparation program.--The term ``early childhood educator preparation program'' means a postsecondary course of study that-- (A) is designed to prepare individuals to teach in early childhood settings serving children between birth and age 5; and (B) leads to a degree (including an associate's, bachelor's, or graduate degree) or a State or nationally recognized credential enabling individuals to teach in early childhood settings, including a child development associate credential or a State teaching license. (7) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a community college; (B) a minority-serving institution; or (C) a consortium of 2 or more community colleges or minority-serving institutions. (8) Flex infant and toddler child care.--The term ``flex infant and toddler child care'' means infant and toddler child care for which a child is registered to attend weekly, but for a total of less than five days per week. (9) High school.--The term ``high school'' has the meaning given the term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (10) Infant and toddler child care.--The term ``infant and toddler child care'' means child care for children who are under the age of 3 as of the first day of the academic year of the applicable community college or minority-serving institution. (11) Infant and toddler child care desert.--The term ``infant and toddler child care desert'' means a community that the State or tribal entity involved determines has a low supply of quality, affordable infant and toddler child care. (12) Infant or toddler with a disability.--The term ``infant or toddler with a disability'' has the meaning given the term in section 632 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1432). (13) Low-income.--The term ``low-income'' means an individual from a family with an income at or below 150 percent of the poverty line (as defined by the Office of Management and Budget and revised annually in accordance with section 673(2) of the Community Services Block Grant Act) applicable to a family of the size involved. (14) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). (15) Nontraditional hours.--The term ``nontraditional hours'' means-- (A) the hours before 9 a.m. and after 4 p.m.; and (B) any hours during weekends, breaks during the academic year, and holidays. (16) On-campus.--The term ``on-campus'', when used with respect to a childcare center, means a childcare center that is located on the campus of a community college or minority- serving institution. (17) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (18) Service area.--The term ``service area'', when used with respect to an eligible entity, means the area served by the eligible entity. (19) State.--The term ``State'' has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1003). SEC. 103. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this title a total of $9,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2021 through 2025. Subtitle A--General Provisions SEC. 111. PROGRAM AUTHORIZED. (a) In General.--From amounts made available under section 103, the Secretary shall award to eligible entities-- (1) planning grants under section 122; (2) access grants under section 123, which will provide free high-quality child care for as many as 500,000 infants and toddlers who have a community college or minority-serving institution student parent, helping to reduce barriers that impact the ability of community college or minority-serving institution student parents attending community college or a minority-serving institution to graduate, and reducing their postgraduation debt; (3) impact grants under section 124, which will expand the supply and quality of child care in the community by providing training, mentorship, technical support, and expansion funding to new and existing child care providers in the service area of the eligible entity; and (4) pipeline grants under section 125, which will fund eligible entities to-- (A) launch and expand early childhood educator preparation programs; and (B) form strategic partnerships with regional institutions to expand, diversify, and strengthen the workforce pipeline for infant and toddler care providers. (b) Administration.--In administering this title, the Secretary shall-- (1) consult with the Secretary of Health and Human Services with respect to all grants carried out under this Act; and (2) consult with the Administrator of the Small Business Administration with respect to impact grants carried out under section 124. SEC. 112. APPLICATION; SELECTION CRITERIA. (a) Application.-- (1) In general.--An eligible entity desiring a grant under subtitle B shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Contents.--An application submitted under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) a landscape review on the need for infant and toddler child care within the current and prospective student populations of the eligible entity and in the broader service area of the eligible entity, with an emphasis on community college or minority-serving institution student parents in communities of color and low-income parents; (B) a landscape review of the infant and toddler care workforce within the service area of the eligible entity; (C) a high-level vision (which, in the case of an eligible entity desiring a planning grant under section 122, will be clarified and adjusted through the needs assessment and activities carried out under the grant) for how to leverage 1 or more access, impact, or pipeline grants under subtitle B to enhance access and quality in the infant and toddler child care landscape of the service area of the eligible entity; (D) a description of how the eligible entity will advance child development (including social and emotional development), family engagement, and culturally responsive and linguistically responsive pedagogy for infant and toddler child care within its child care center or early childhood education programs (as applicable), through professional development, required coursework, or targeted outreach and enrollment; (E) an assurance that the eligible entity will submit annual reports that document how funds were allocated and the impact of the grant; (F) a commitment that wages for child care staff at each on-campus child care center of a participating community college or minority-serving institution during the grant period shall be-- (i) comparable to wages for elementary educators with similar credentials and experience in the State; and (ii) at a minimum, at a rate that is enough to provide a living wage for all child care staff; and (G) in the case of an impact, access, or pipeline grant under subtitle B, an assurance that the eligible entity will continue to convene and consult an infant and toddler care committee described in section 122(a)(1). (b) Selection Criteria.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award grants under subtitle B on a competitive basis, in accordance with the priorities described in paragraph (2), and in a manner that supports eligible entities that-- (A) enroll a high percentage of students who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant under section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070a) and who have children under age 3; (B) are located within or in the immediate vicinity of an infant and toddler child care desert; or (C) have a clear and compelling plan for-- (i) in the case of a planning grant under section 122, carrying out the activities of the planning grant; (ii) in the case of an access grant under section 123, expanding access to free infant and toddler child care for community college or minority-serving institution student parents; (iii) in the case of an impact grant under section 124, expanding the supply and quality of child care in the community by providing training, mentorship, technical support, and startup funding, in collaboration with existing child care agencies and organizations; or (iv) in the case of a pipeline grant under section 125, growing and strengthening the workforce pipeline of highly effective infant and toddler child care providers, especially such providers serving infant and toddler child care deserts, by expanding early childhood education programs or upgrading an on-campus child care center into a lab school. (2) Priorities in awarding grants.--In awarding grants under subtitle B, the Secretary shall, to the extent practicable based on the strength of the applications and the availability of appropriations-- (A) first, ensure that not less than 80 percent of the funds appropriated for grants under subtitle B are awarded to eligible entities that are eligible institutions, as defined in section 312(b) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1058(b)); (B) second, ensure that not less than 1 eligible entity in each State is awarded a grant; and (C) third, provide special consideration to applications described in paragraph (3). (3) Additional consideration and funding.--In awarding grants under subtitle B and subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary shall provide special consideration, and may provide additional funding as needed, including funding to exceed the limits described in section 113(a), for-- (A) applications for access grants under section 123 that will provide-- (i) infant and toddler child care for children of all ages between birth and age 3; (ii) infant and toddler child care available during nontraditional hours; (iii) infant and toddler child care that has the supports and staffing needed for children who are dual language learners; (iv) infant and toddler child care that has the supports and staffing needed for children in need of trauma-informed care and infants and toddlers with disabilities, which may include providing training for infant and toddler child care staff to support the needs of infants and toddlers with disabilities or coordinating with service providers to deliver services under section 619 or part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1419; 1431 et seq.); and (v) child care and aftercare for children age 3 and older, especially for children that age out of the infant and toddler child care program supported under this title, and for siblings of children enrolled in campus- sponsored infant and toddler care; and (B) applications for pipeline grants under section 125 that propose to-- (i) develop and teach courses on culturally responsive and linguistically responsive teaching in early childhood education; and (ii) develop and teach courses on supporting infants and toddlers with disabilities who are under age 3. (c) Prerequisites for Access, Impact, and Pipeline Grants.--An eligible entity shall receive and timely complete all requirements of a planning grant under section 122 before receiving an access, impact, or pipeline grant under section 123, 124, or 125. SEC. 113. AMOUNT, DURATION, AND ADMINISTRATION OF GRANTS. (a) Amount of Grants.--Each grant awarded under subtitle B to an eligible entity shall be in an amount of-- (1) in the case of a grant awarded to an individual community college or minority-serving institution, not more than $20,000,000; and (2) in the case of a grant to a consortium of community colleges or minority-serving institutions, not more than $220,000,000. (b) Duration of Grants.--A grant awarded under subtitle B shall be for a period of 4 years, except that a planning grant awarded under section 122 shall be for a period of 1 year. (c) Number of Grants.-- (1) Planning grants.--No eligible entity shall receive more than 1 planning grant under section 122. (2) Impact, access, and pipeline grants.--An eligible entity may receive multiple grants under sections 123, 124, and 125, including 2 or more grants under different sections for the same grant period or for overlapping grant periods. (d) Annual Grant Competitions.--The Secretary shall conduct annual grant competitions for the grants under subtitle B. (e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this title shall be construed to limit any program or grant established under any other Federal law, including the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.), the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.), or the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.). Subtitle B--Planning and Implementation Grants SEC. 121. GRANTS AUTHORIZED. From amounts made available under section 103, the Secretary shall award to eligible entities-- (1) planning grants under section 122, to enable the eligible entities to assess the infant and toddler care needs of current and prospective community college or minority- serving institution student parents and the surrounding community and develop a detailed proposal to address such needs; (2) access grants under section 123, which will provide free high-quality child care for up to 500,000 children under the age of 3 of community college or minority-serving institution student parents, helping to reduce barriers that impact the ability of community college or minority-serving institution student parents to graduate, and reducing their postgraduation debt; (3) impact grants under section 124, which will expand the supply and quality of child care in the community by providing training, mentorship, technical support, and expansion funding to new and existing child care providers in the service area of the eligible entities; and (4) pipeline grants under section 125, which will fund eligible entities to-- (A) launch and expand early childhood educator preparation programs; and (B) form strategic partnerships with regional institutions to expand, diversify, and strengthen the workforce pipeline for infant and toddler child care providers. SEC. 122. PLANNING GRANTS. (a) Use of Funds.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall use grant funds to-- (1) establish an infant and toddler child care committee that is reflective and inclusive of the community being served and composed of members who are-- (A) student parents at the participating community college or minority-serving institution; (B) faculty of any participating community college or minority-serving institution; (C) representatives of a local educational agency (as defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801)) serving the service area of the eligible entity; (D) where applicable, a local public charter school provider; (E) representatives of a local child care resource and referral agency; and (F) infant and toddler child care professionals (such as representatives from a local Head Start or Early Head Start program, home-based infant and toddler child care providers, and child care providers with expertise working with infants or toddlers with disabilities); (2) conduct an infant and toddler child care needs assessment of current and prospective community college or minority-serving institution student parents, the infant and toddler child care workforce, and the service area of the eligible entity, that includes information on the level of need for-- (A) infant and toddler child care during nontraditional hours; (B) 3-year-old child care, toddler care, and infant care; (C) care for infants and toddlers with disabilities; (D) care for children from households that speak a language other than English; and (E) child care in specific communities, especially infant and toddler child care deserts; (3) begin research, outreach, and planning for expanding access to free infant and toddler child care for community college or minority-serving institution student parents, which may include drafting a delivery agreement with infant and toddler child care providers in the community to provide infant and toddler child care to community college or minority-serving institution student parents; and (4) develop a detailed proposal, with a focus on the needs of parents of children under age 3, to address those needs, which may include applying for an impact, access, or pipeline grant under section 123, 124, or 125. (b) Reporting Requirements.--Not later than 30 days after the end of a grant period under this section, the eligible entity that received the grant shall prepare and submit a report to the Secretary that includes-- (1) the results of the needs assessment conducted under subsection (a)(2); (2) the detailed proposal developed under subsection (a)(4); and (3) in the case of an eligible entity that desires an impact, access, or pipeline grant under section 123, 124, or 125, an application for the grant. SEC. 123. ACCESS GRANTS PROVIDING INFANT AND TODDLER CHILD CARE FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE OR MINORITY-SERVING INSTITUTION STUDENT PARENTS. (a) Use of Grants.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall use grant funds to expand access to free infant and toddler child care for community college or minority-serving institution student parents by carrying out 1 or more of the following: (1) Paying the infant and toddler child care costs of community college or minority-serving institution student parents at an on-campus child care center, State licensed off- campus child care center, or State licensed or registered home- based child care provider. (2)(A) Operating an on-campus child care center that provides infant and toddler child care; or (B) contracting with a child care provider that is operating 1 or more child care centers (as of the date of the contract) to operate an on-campus child care center that provides infant and toddler child care. (3) Coordinating with local child care resource and referral agencies for services such as helping community college or minority-serving institution student parents find infant and toddler child care. (4) Expanding the resources for existing on-campus child care centers, as of the date of the application for the grant, by-- (A) expanding the space of the center for infant and toddler child care; (B) purchasing equipment to be used for infant and toddler child care; or (C) hiring staff to accommodate additional children under the age of 3. (5) Lengthening the hours of an existing on-campus infant and toddler child care center or keeping the on-campus infant and toddler child care center open during breaks (including summer). (6) Establishing capacity for drop-in infant and toddler child care or flex infant and toddler child care for the children of community college or minority-serving institution student parents. (7) Renovating campus facilities to allow for the operation of an on-campus child care center that-- (A) satisfies the standards that apply to alterations or (as applicable) new construction under title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12131 et seq., 12181 et seq.), as the case may be; and (B)(i) meets a high-quality standard, according to a State quality rating and improvement system or the standards applicable to an Early Head Start program under the Head Start Act (42 U.S.C. 9831 et seq.); or (ii) is accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children or another organization of similar expertise, as determined by the Secretary. (b) Requirements of On-Campus Child Care Centers.--In order for an on-campus child care center of a community college or minority-serving institution participating in an eligible entity to be supported with funds from a grant under this section, the on-campus child care center shall meet the following requirements: (1) The child care center shall be licensed by the State and shall meet a high-quality standard described in subsection (a)(7)(B)(i) or be accredited in accordance with subsection (a)(7)(B)(ii). (2) Children of community college or minority-serving institution student parents shall receive priority enrollment in the child care center, with priority going first to low- income community college or minority-serving institution student parents, although dependents of faculty and staff of the community college or minority-serving institution and community members may be enrolled once the enrollment needs of all requesting community college or minority-serving institution student parents are fulfilled. (3) The child care center shall provide infant and toddler child care to children of community college or minority-serving institution student parents, without regard as to whether the parent is a full-time or part-time student. (4) Not less than 85 percent of the community college or minority-serving institution student parents using the on- campus child care center for infant and toddler child care shall be eligible to receive Federal Pell Grants under section 401 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070a), except that the Secretary may grant a waiver from this requirement if the Secretary determines necessary. (5) The child care center shall provide drop-in infant and toddler child care for community college and minority-serving institution student parents and may not impose minimum enrollment requirements for children of community college or minority-serving institution student parents. The Secretary shall promulgate regulations that specify the percentage of infant and toddler child care slots that must be reserved for drop-in infant and toddler child care under this paragraph. (6) The child care center-- (A) shall provide infant and toddler child care for children under the age of 3 (as of the first day of the academic year of the community college or minority- serving institution supporting the child care center) of community college and minority-serving institution student parents for free; (B) may charge faculty and staff of the community college or minority institution and community members fees, using a sliding scale based on family income, to enroll their children in the child care center; and (C) shall comply with the suspension and expulsion performance standard for Head Start programs under section 1302.17 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor standard. (7)(A) The child care center shall maintain a continuity of care for the children of parents who-- (i) were community college or minority-serving institution student parents during any reasonable or unavoidable break in the parents' enrollment; or (ii) transferred from a community college to a 4- year minority-serving institution during the student's enrollment at the 4-year institution. (B) The child care center may charge a parent described in subparagraph (A) a fee for the child care services provided during the period when the parent is not enrolled in the community college or minority-serving institution, using a sliding scale based on family income during this period, as long as the fee does not exceed 7 percent of the family's income. (8) The child care center shall pay its child care staff a wage that-- (A) is comparable to wages for elementary educators with similar credentials and experience in the State; and (B) at a minimum, provides a living wage for all child care staff of the child care center; and (9) The child care center, if not a child care provider covered by subsection (c) of section 658H of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858f), shall comply with that section in the same manner and to the same extent as such a child care provider, with respect to background checks for child care staff members (including prospective child care staff members) for the center. (c) Consultation and Reports.-- (1) Consultation.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, consult with an infant and toddler child care committee described in section 122(a)(2) regarding the results of the grant and the contents of the annual report submitted to the Secretary. (2) Reports.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, prepare and submit a report to the Secretary that includes-- (A) the number of community college or minority- serving institution student parents that received access to State licensed or registered child care because of the grant, in the aggregate and disaggregated by age, gender, race and ethnicity, family income, disability status, and full-time or part-time enrollment status in the community college or minority-serving institution; (B) the number of children under age 3 enrolled in each on-campus child care center supported under the grant, disaggregated by age, gender, disability status, marital status of parents, and race and ethnicity; (C) for each on-campus child care center supported under the grant, the number of suspensions of children enrolled in the child care center, in the aggregate and disaggregated by race and ethnicity, gender, and disability status; (D) the demographics, including race, ethnicity, and gender of the staff and leadership of all child care centers supported under the grant; (E) the most frequent times of the day and days of the week, and the average number of hours per week, that on-campus child care centers were used by community college or minority-serving institution student parents, and the child care hours per week provided to community college or minority-serving institution student parents, disaggregated by child care provided at nontraditional hours and traditional daytime, weekday child care; (F) semester-to-semester persistence and fall-to- fall persistence rates of community college or minority-serving institution student parents with children enrolled in infant and toddler child care sponsored by the community college or minority-serving institution, compared to the persistence rate of community college or minority-serving institution student parents with children under 3 who are not enrolled in community college or minority-serving institution sponsored child care-- (i) collected in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Secretary; and (ii) in the aggregate and disaggregated as described in subparagraph (A) and by the age of the children of the community college or minority-serving institution students; (G) the degree or certificate completion rate of community college minority-serving institution student parents with children enrolled in child care that is sponsored by the community college or minority-serving institution and is not infant and toddler child care, in the aggregate and disaggregated as described in such subparagraph and by the age of the children of the community college or minority-serving institution student parents; and (H) if grant funds are used to renovate campus facilities under subsection (a)(7), proof of the on- campus child care center's compliance with the standards that apply to alterations or (as applicable) new construction under title II or III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12131 et seq., 12181 et seq.), as the case may be. (3) Cross-tabulation.--In each report submitted by an eligible entity under paragraph (2), the eligible entity shall also provide the information described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), and (F)(ii) of such paragraph cross-tabulated by, at a minimum, gender, disability status, and each major racial and ethnic group, which shall be presented in a manner that-- (A) is first anonymized and does not reveal personally identifiable information about an individual community college or minority-serving institution student parent or child enrolled in the child care center; (B) does not include a number of individuals in any subgroup of community college or minority-serving institution student parents or children enrolled in the child care center that is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or that would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual; and (C) is consistent with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g, commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). (d) Definition.--In subsection (b)(9), the term ``child care staff member'' means an individual-- (1) who is employed by a child care center covered by subsection (b) for compensation; or (2) whose activities involve the care or supervision of children for, or unsupervised access to children who are cared for or supervised by, such a child care center. SEC. 124. IMPACT GRANTS. (a) Use of Funds.--Grants awarded under this section shall be used by eligible entities to expand the supply and quality of child care in the community by providing training, mentorship, technical support, and startup funding, in collaboration with existing (as of the date of application for the grant) child care agencies and organizations, through carrying out 1 or more of the following activities: (1) Contracting with local child care resource and referral organizations to support onsite technical assistance for child care providers, and training, mentorships, and business technical assistance related to existing (as of the date of the grant) or new start-up child care programs. (2) Contracting with local child care resource and referral organizations to provide staffed family child care networks, such as a hub that supports a group of home-based care providers to promote high-quality care. (3) Establishing a network of child care providers in the community, or partnering with an existing, as of the date of application, provider or network (such as an Early Head Start program operating in the community) to facilitate provider access to training, coaching, mentorship, licensure, technical support, and expansion funding. (4) Developing content for training for community child care providers (including home-based providers and unlicensed providers) on strong child care business practices and other supports and training the providers may require. (5) Compensating qualified individuals to deliver training for community members on providing high-quality child care. (6) Awarding microenterprise grants for State licensed, qualified early childhood education professionals, State licensed child care centers, and State licensed or registered home-based child care providers to open a child care program that provides infant and toddler child care , or to expand infant and toddler child care (including expanding access to serve infants or toddlers with disabilities) at a child care program in areas with low access to affordable, quality infant and toddler child care. (7) Developing and communicating clear pathways for community child care providers and current and prospective students of infant and toddler child care education, particularly individuals with low incomes and from historically underrepresented groups, to take advantage of professional development, certificate, and associate degree offerings, for the purpose of advancing their skills and careers. (8) Prioritizing child care programs, pathways, and resources in communities of color and low-income communities. (9) Developing and delivering child care professional development and courses in languages other than English. (b) Rule Regarding Professional Development.--If an eligible entity elects to use grant funds under this section for professional development, the eligible entity shall ensure that-- (1) a portion of the professional development is open, available, and easily accessible to unlicensed child care providers and a portion of the professional development is available to State licensed or registered child care providers; and (2) not more than 30 percent of the funds provided through the grant under this section are allocated toward professional development. (c) Consultation and Reports.-- (1) Consultation.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, consult with an infant and toddler child care committee described in section 122(a)(2) and the lead agency for the applicable State designated under section 658D of the Child Care Development and Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858b) regarding the results of the grant and the contents of the annual report submitted to the Secretary. (2) Reports.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, prepare and submit a report to the Secretary that includes-- (A) the number of child care providers that attended child care professional development sessions coordinated by the eligible entity under the grant, and the type of training received; (B)(i) the number of child care providers fluent in a language other than English that received professional development through the grant, including the number of such child care providers reached through the development and delivery of coursework in languages other than English; and (ii) the number of such child care providers that received professional development through the grant and graduated with an infant toddler credential, a child development associate credential, or associate degree related to early childhood development; (C) the number of community colleges or minority- serving institutions that joined or established networks of child care providers; (D) the number of State licensed child care spots created for children under 3 as a result of the training or microenterprise grants provided, in the aggregate and disaggregated by location in an infant and toddler child care desert, location in a community of color, and, for recipients of microenterprise grants under subsection (a)(6), race, ethnicity, and gender of recipient; (E) the number of participants in mentorship programs supported under the grant, in the aggregate and disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender; and (F) the number of community child care providers receiving technical support from the on-campus child care center or network or the child care resource and referral agency under the grant. (3) Cross-tabulation.--In each report submitted by an eligible entity under paragraph (2), the eligible entity shall also provide the information described in paragraph (2)(E) cross-tabulated by, at a minimum, gender and each major racial and ethnic group, which shall be presented in a manner that-- (A) is first anonymized and does not reveal personally identifiable information about an individual participant in a mentorship program; (B) does not include a number of individuals in any subgroup of mentorship program participants that is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or that would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual; and (C) is consistent with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g, commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). SEC. 125. PIPELINE GRANTS. (a) Use of Funds.--Grants awarded under this section shall be used by eligible entities to grow and strengthen the workforce pipeline of highly effective infant and toddler child care providers, especially such providers serving infant and toddler child care deserts, through carrying out 1 or more of the following activities: (1) Establishing-- (A) an associate degree program that includes not less than 2 courses specifically on infants and toddlers; or (B) a stackable child development associate credential, infant toddler credential, or early childhood education certificate, that can be incorporated into a higher-level credential or certificate. (2) Hiring faculty to adopt and teach previously developed competency-based high-quality infant-toddler courses, or to develop and teach infant-toddler courses, which may include courses required for an infant or toddler care certificate, such as courses on child growth and development, the physical and nutritional needs of children, communicating with families, language development, child mental health, supporting infants and toddlers with disabilities, and effective interactions with children. (3) Developing and executing a plan for increased coordination between an early childhood educator preparation program of a participating community college or minority- serving institution and an on-campus child care center of the community college or minority-serving institution, to enhance the quality of both the child care and the early childhood educator preparation program. (4) Creating or enhancing a partnership between a participating community college and a 4-year degree-granting institution, to support and coordinate associate degree programs or provide for articulation agreements in early childhood education with related baccalaureate degree programs. (5) Upgrading an on-campus child care center into a child care lab school for the purpose of facilitating early childhood educator preparation program practicum work, which may include installing one-way observation windows or live-feed cameras. (6) Awarding microgrants to students in early childhood educator preparation programs for tuition, books, transportation, permitting or licensing fees, apprenticeships, and time spent doing practicum work. (7) Developing and teaching courses on culturally responsive teaching in early childhood education. (8) Forming partnerships with local public high schools to establish early childhood education career and technical education programs, including programs that lead to a degree or credential or provide opportunities for students to enter the community college or minority-serving institution with postsecondary credits that can be counted towards an early childhood education certificate, credential, or degree. (b) Consultation and Reports.-- (1) Consultation.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, consult with an infant and toddler child care committee described in section 122(a)(2) regarding the results of the grant and the contents of the annual report submitted to the Secretary. (2) Reporting requirements.--An eligible entity receiving a grant under this section shall, for each year of the grant, prepare and submit a report to the Secretary that includes-- (A) the number of students that enrolled in early childhood educator preparation programs due to the support provided by the grant, in the aggregate and disaggregated by credential or degree type of the program and by age, gender, race or ethnic group, ability to speak a second language, family income level, disability status, and full-time or part-time student status; (B) the amount of funds allocated to early childhood educator preparation program students through microgrants under this section, in the aggregate and disaggregated by usage of funds and by demographics of the students receiving the microgrants, including age, gender, race or ethnic group, second language ability, parent status, family income level, disability status, and full-time or part-time student status; (C) the persistence, retention, and completion rates of students receiving the microgrants, as compared to such rates for students not receiving the microgrants; (D) the number of students dual-enrolled in high school and a community college or minority-serving institution early childhood educator preparation program; (E) the number of students that completed degrees, certificates, or credentials in dual-enrollment programs, in the aggregate and disaggregated by degree, certificate, and credential type; and (F) the details of any partnerships or articulation agreements established with local public high schools or local 4-year degree-granting institutions of higher education. (3) Cross-tabulation.--In each report submitted by an eligible entity under paragraph (2), the eligible entity shall also provide the information described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of such paragraph cross-tabulated by, at a minimum, gender, each major racial and ethnic group, and disability status, which shall be presented in a manner that-- (A) is first anonymized and does not reveal personally identifiable information about an individual student; (B) does not include a number of individuals in any subgroup of students that is insufficient to yield statistically reliable information or that would reveal personally identifiable information about an individual; and (C) is consistent with the requirements of section 444 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C. 1232g, commonly known as the ``Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974''). SEC. 126. EVALUATION CRITERIA FOR GRANTS. For each year of the grant program under this title, the Secretary shall evaluate the effectiveness of grants under chapter 1. Each evaluation shall include the following criteria: (1) For access grants awarded under section 123-- (A) the number of community college or minority- serving institution student parents that received access to licensed or registered infant and toddler child care due to the grant, in the aggregate and disaggregated by age, gender, race or ethnic group, family income level, disability status, marital status, and full-time or part-time student status; (B) the most frequent times, and the average number of hours per week, that on-campus child care centers were used by community college or minority-serving institution student parents; (C) semester-to-semester persistence and fall-to- fall persistence rates of community college or minority-serving institution student parents with children enrolled in infant or toddler child care sponsored by the community college or minority-serving institution, compared to such rate for students with children not enrolled in the community college or minority-serving institution child care program, in the aggregate and disaggregated by the categories described in subparagraph (A); and (D) degree and certificate completion rate of community college or minority-serving institution student parents with children enrolled in child care sponsored by the community college or minority-serving institution, compared to such rate for students with children not enrolled in such a sponsored child care program, in the aggregate and disaggregated by the categories described in subparagraph (A). (2) For impact grants awarded under section 124-- (A) the number of attendees for the child care professional development sessions coordinated by the eligible entity under the grants; (B) the number of community colleges or minority- serving institutions that joined or established networks of child care providers as a result of the grants; (C) the number of State licensed child care spots created for children under 3 in infant and toddler child care deserts and communities of color that were established as a result of microenterprise grants supported under section 124(a)(6); and (D) the number of child care providers fluent in a language other than English that received professional development under the grants. (3) For pipeline grants under section 125-- (A) the number of early childhood educator preparation programs that were established with funding under the grants; (B) the number of existing early childhood educator preparation programs that expanded course, certificate, or degree offerings as a result of funding under the grants; (C) the number of students that enrolled in early childhood educator preparation programs because of funding provided under the grants, in the aggregate and disaggregated by-- (i) type of degree or credential; and (ii) student age, gender, race or ethnic group, second language ability, family income level, disability status, and status as enrolled full- or part-time; (D) the amount of funds allocated to early childhood educator preparation program students through microgrants supported under section 125(a)(6), in the aggregate and disaggregated by-- (i) category of usage of funds; and (ii) the categories described in subparagraph (C)(ii); (E) persistence, retention, and completion rates of students receiving such microgrants, as compared to students not receiving microgrants; (F) the number of new early childhood educator preparation program partnerships formed between community colleges or minority-serving institutions and area high schools as a result of the grants; (G) the number of students dual-enrolled in high school and community college early childhood educator preparation programs as a result of the grants; and (H) the number of students that completed a degree or credential in a dual-enrollment program as a result of the grants, in the aggregate and disaggregated by degree or credential. SEC. 127. REPORT TO CONGRESS. The Secretary shall prepare and submit to Congress an annual report on the grant program under this title that includes-- (1) the results from the most recent evaluation under section 126; and (2) information regarding the progress made by the grants based on the most recent reports submitted under sections 122(b), 123(c), 124(c), and 125(b). SEC. 128. NONDISCRIMINATION IN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES. (a) Nondiscrimination.--No person in the United States shall, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex (which includes sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, or sex stereotypes), or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity funded, in whole or in part, with funds made available under this title or with amounts appropriated for grants, contracts, or certificates similar to a child care certificate as defined in section 658P of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858n), administered with such funds. (b) Enforcement.--Subsection (a) shall be enforced in the same manner and by the same means, as if such subsection was incorporated in title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq.), and as if a violation of subsection (a) was treated as if it was a violation of section 601 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 2000d). (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to alter or change any provisions of section 658N of the Child Care and Development Block Grant of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858l). TITLE II--CHILD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM SEC. 201. ELIGIBILITY. (a) In General.--Section 658P(4)(C)(i) of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858n(4)(C)(i)) is amended by striking ``job training or educational program'' and inserting ``job training or educational program (which may be a program of study at an institution of higher education (as defined in section 102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002)), a program of secondary education, or a program of study leading to the recognized equivalent of a secondary school diploma)''. (b) Plan Requirements.--Section 658E(c)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 9858c(c)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(W) Eligibility standards.--The plan shall contain an assurance that the State will not use any requirement for the eligibility of a child under this subchapter that is more restrictive than the requirements of (including regulations issued under) this subchapter, such as a family income standard, or a work, training, or education standard, that is more restrictive than the standards specified in section 658P(4).''. SEC. 202. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. Section 658H(c) of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 9858f(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting ``or a child care center covered by section 123(b) of the Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents and Early Childhood Teachers Act'' before ``if such''; and (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``, including a child care center covered by section 123(b) of the Preparing and Resourcing Our Student Parents and Early Childhood Teachers Act,'' before ``shall be ineligible''. SEC. 203. INCREASED FEDERAL MATCHING PAYMENTS FOR CHILD CARE. Section 418(a)(2)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 618(a)(2)(C)) is amended to read as follows: ``(C) Federal matching of state expenditures.--The Secretary shall pay to each eligible State for a fiscal year an amount equal to the lesser of-- ``(i) the State's allotment under subparagraph (B); or ``(ii) the sum of-- ``(I) in the case of a State that provides payments for child care assistance for infants and toddlers (within the meaning of section 658G of the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990) at not less than 75 percent of the market rates, based on the most recent market rate survey conducted under section 658E(c)(4)(B) of that Act or using an alternative methodology, such as a cost estimation model, that has been developed by the State lead agency and approved by the Administration for Children and Families, taking into account the geographic area, type of child care, and age of the child, 90 percent of the State's expenditures for such assistance; and ``(II) the amount equal to the Federal medical assistance percentage that applies to the State for the fiscal year under section 1905(b) (without regard to any adjustments to such percentage applicable under that section or any other provision of law) of so much of the State's expenditures for child care in that fiscal year for children other than infants and toddlers.''. TITLE III--OUTREACH REGARDING THE DEPENDENT CARE ALLOWANCE FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID SEC. 301. SHARING DEPENDENT CARE ALLOWANCE INFORMATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID. Section 132(h)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1015a(h)(4)) is amended-- (1) in the paragraph heading, by inserting ``and information'' after ``Disclaimer''; (2) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (3) in subparagraph (C), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (4) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) explaining-- ``(i) that a student with a dependent may be eligible to include a dependent care allowance described in section 471(a)(8) in the student's cost of attendance; ``(ii) the effect that a dependent care allowance may have on the amount of financial aid available to the student from the institution; and ``(iii) how to apply for the dependent care allowance.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S849
A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish higher minimum rates of pay for certain law enforcement employees of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and for other purposes.
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 849 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 849 To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish higher minimum rates of pay for certain law enforcement employees of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Tester (for himself and Mr. Hoeven) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish higher minimum rates of pay for certain law enforcement employees of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SPECIAL PAY AUTHORITY FOR BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS PUBLIC SAFETY AND JUSTICE POSITIONS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Law enforcement officer.--The term ``law enforcement officer'' means-- (A) a law enforcement officer (as defined in section 5541 of title 5, United States Code); or (B) a law enforcement officer (as defined in section 550.103 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)). (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (b) Authority To Set Special Rates of Pay.--Notwithstanding part III of title 5, United States Code, if the Secretary finds that recruitment or retention efforts with respect to the position of law enforcement officer of the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1 or more areas or locations are, or are likely to become, significantly handicapped due to any of the circumstances described in subsection (c), the Secretary may establish higher minimum rates of pay for that position. (c) Circumstances Described.--A circumstance referred to in subsection (b) is any of the following: (1) The rates of pay offered by non-Federal employers being significantly higher than the rates of pay payable by the Federal Government-- (A) within the area or location involved; or (B) for positions in law enforcement. (2) The remoteness of the area or location involved. (3) The undesirability of the working conditions or the nature of the work involved, including exposure to toxic substances or other occupational hazards. (4) Any other circumstance that the Secretary considers appropriate. (d) Maximum Special Rate of Pay.-- (1) In general.--A minimum rate of pay established for the position of law enforcement officer under subsection (b) may not exceed the maximum rate of basic pay (excluding any locality-based comparability payment under section 5304 of title 5, United States Code, or similar provision of law) for that position without the authority of subsection (b) by more than 30 percent. (2) Additional limitation.--No rate of pay may be established under subsection (b) in excess of the rate of basic pay payable for level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5, United States Code. (e) Notification of Removal From Special Rate of Pay.--If the Secretary removes the position of law enforcement officer from coverage under a rate of pay established under subsection (b) after that rate of pay takes effect-- (1) the Secretary shall provide notice of the loss of coverage of the rate of pay to each individual in that position; and (2) the loss of coverage shall take effect on the first day of the first pay period after the date of the notice. (f) Revision of Special Rates of Pay.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations described in this section, rates of pay established under subsection (b) may be revised from time to time by the Secretary. (2) Effect.--Any revision by the Secretary under paragraph (1) shall have the force and effect of law. (g) Regulations.--The Secretary shall promulgate, and revise annually, regulations to carry out this section, which shall, to the maximum extent practicable, be comparable to the regulations promulgated to carry out section 5305 of title 5, United States Code. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S85
No TikTok on United States Devices Act
[ [ "H001089", "Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001305", "Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>No TikTok on United States Devices Act</b></p> <p>This bill imposes sanctions on the parent company of the TikTok social media service, ByteDance Limited, as long as it is involved with TikTok.</p> <p>Specifically, the President must impose property-blocking sanctions on ByteDance or any successor entity or subsidiary if it is involved in matters relating to (1) TikTok or any successor service; or (2) information, video, or data associated with such a service.</p> <p> The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) must report to Congress on any national security threats posed by TikTok, including the ability of China's government to access or use the data of U.S. users of TikTok. Within 180 days of this bill's enactment, ODNI must brief Congress on the implementation of the bill. </p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 85 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 85 To impose sanctions with respect to TikTok, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Hawley introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To impose sanctions with respect to TikTok, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``No TikTok on United States Devices Act''. SEC. 2. IMPOSITION OF SANCTIONS WITH RESPECT TO TIKTOK. (a) Blocking of Property.--On and after the date that is 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall exercise all the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et. seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in all property and interests in property of a covered company if such property and interests in property-- (1) are in the United States or come within the United States; or (2) to the extent necessary to prevent commercial operation of the covered company in the United States, are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (b) Inapplicability of National Emergency Requirement.--The requirements of section 202 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701) shall not apply for purposes of this section. (c) Implementation.-- (1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), the President may exercise all authorities provided under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to carry out this section. (2) Exceptions.--The exceptions under subsection (b) of section 203 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702) shall not apply to the use by the President in carrying out this section of the authorities under such section 203. (d) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of this section or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out this section shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. (e) National Security and Research Exceptions.--Sanctions under this section shall not apply with respect to law enforcement activities, national security interests and activities, and security research activities, as provided under the standards and guidelines developed by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget under section 102(b)(1) of the No TikTok on Government Devices Act (division R of Public Law 117-328). (f) Covered Company Defined.--In this section, the term ``covered company'' means-- (1) ByteDance Limited, or any successor entity to ByteDance Limited, if ByteDance Limited or the successor entity-- (A) is involved in matters relating to the social networking service TikTok, or any successor service; or (B) is involved in matters relating to any information, videos, or data associated with such service; or (2) any entity owned by ByteDance Limited or the successor entity that-- (A) is involved in matters relating to the social networking service TikTok, or any successor service; or (B) is involved in matters relating to any information, videos, or data associated with such service. SEC. 3. REPORT ON THREATS TO NATIONAL SECURITY POSED BY TIKTOK. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, shall submit to Congress a report on the threats to national security posed by TikTok, including the following: (1) The ability of the Government of the People's Republic of China to access, directly or indirectly, data of users in the United States via TikTok. (2) The ability of the Government of the People's Republic of China to use data of users in the United States, including that of members of the Armed Forces, accessed via TikTok for intelligence or military purposes, including surveillance, microtargeting, deepfakes, or blackmail. (3) Any ongoing efforts by the Government of the People's Republic of China to monitor or manipulate United States persons using data accessed via TikTok, including a detailed account of any data employed for those purposes. (b) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex. SEC. 4. BRIEFING. Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence shall provide to Congress a classified briefing on the implementation of this Act, which shall include a briefing on the report required by section 3(a). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S850
Quality Defense Act of 2023
[ [ "B001288", "Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]", "sponsor" ], [ "D000563", "Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 850 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 850 To incentivize States and localities to improve access to justice, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Booker (for himself and Mr. Durbin) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To incentivize States and localities to improve access to justice, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Providing a Quality Defense Act of 2023'' or the ``Quality Defense Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. PURPOSES. The purposes of this Act are-- (1) to protect the constitutional rights to due process and a fair criminal prosecution under the Fifth, Sixth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States, including the right to counsel, in State and local courts, as articulated by the Supreme Court of the United States in Gideon v. Wainwright, 372 U.S. 335 (1963), and its progeny; (2) to protect the right to counsel for juveniles in delinquency proceedings, including the determination of whether a juvenile should be tried as an adult, under the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment as articulated by the Supreme Court in In re Gault, 387 U.S. 1 (1967); (3) to collect data related to public defense in order to facilitate evidence-based reforms and improvements; and (4) to ensure that compensation for public defenders and panel attorneys reflects the constitutional guarantee of the right to counsel and does not disincentivize attorneys from pursuing a career in public defense. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act, except as otherwise provided in section 7: (1) Applicable public defender's office.--The term ``applicable public defender's office'', with respect to an eligible entity that is-- (A) a public defender's office, means the eligible entity; (B) a State or unit of local government, means-- (i) the public defender's office of the eligible entity; and (ii) a public defender's office of a unit of local government within the eligible entity; and (C) a Tribal organization, means the public defender's office of the Tribal organization. (2) Assigned counsel program.--The term ``assigned counsel program'' means a program or procedure by which a court assigns a panel attorney to provide quality legal representation to a client. (3) Case.--The term ``case'' includes all charges against an individual involved in a single incident of alleged criminal or delinquent conduct. (4) Case type.-- (A) In general.--The term ``case type'' means the classification of a client's case into 1 of the following categories, as defined under State or local law: (i) Juvenile. (ii) Misdemeanor. (iii) Felony for which the death penalty may be imposed. (iv) Felony for which a sentence of up to life imprisonment may be imposed. (v) Felony not described in clause (iii) or (iv). (vi) Violation of probation or parole. (vii) School proceeding. (viii) Other. (B) Multiple charges.--If a case involves multiple charges, the case type shall be determined according to the most serious charge under the applicable State or local law. (5) Corresponding prosecutor's office.--The term ``corresponding prosecutor's office'', with respect to a public defender's office or panel attorneys, means a prosecutorial unit that appears adverse to the public defender's office or panel attorneys in criminal proceedings. (6) Data grant.--The term ``data grant'' means a grant awarded under section 4(a)(1). (7) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a State, unit of local government, Tribal organization, public defender's office, or assigned counsel program that-- (A) in the case of an application for a data grant, has not, as of the date of application, developed and implemented a data collection process that meets the requirements under section 4(b)(2); and (B) in the case of an application for a hiring grant, as of the date of the application, has-- (i) received a data grant; and (ii) fulfilled the requirements of the data grant. (8) Hiring grant.--The term ``hiring grant'' means a grant awarded under section 4(a)(2). (9) Most serious charge.--The term ``most serious charge'', with respect to a case that involves multiple charges, means the charge that carries the most severe or lengthy maximum penalty. (10) Panel attorney.--The term ``panel attorney'' means a private attorney assigned by the court who serves the same function as a public defender, without regard to whether the role is full-time or part-time. (11) Prosecutor.--The term ``prosecutor''-- (A) has the meaning given the term in section 3001(b) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10671(b)); and (B) includes a full-time employee of a Tribal organization who-- (i) is continually licensed to practice law; and (ii) carries out activities equivalent to those of a prosecutor referred to in subparagraph (A). (12) Public defender.--The term ``public defender''-- (A) has the meaning given the term in section 3001(b) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10671(b)); and (B) includes an attorney employed by a Tribal organization who-- (i) is continually licensed to practice law; and (ii) carries out activities equivalent to those of a public defender referred to in subparagraph (A). (13) Prosecutor's office; public defender's office.--The terms ``prosecutor's office'' and ``public defender's office'' mean an agency or office of a State, unit of local government, or Tribal organization that employs prosecutors or public defenders, respectively. (14) Resolution.--The term ``resolution'', with respect to a case, means the manner in which the case concludes, including by-- (A) dismissal by the prosecutor; (B) dismissal based on a motion, such as a motion to suppress evidence; (C) a plea agreement at first appearance; (D) a plea agreement entered into at any point in the criminal prosecution other than first appearance; (E) diversion; or (F) a bench or jury trial and the outcome of the trial, including the sentence if the defendant is convicted of any offense charged. (15) Secondary charge.--The term ``secondary charge'', with respect to a case that involves multiple charges, means any charge that is not the most serious charge. (16) State.--The term ``State'' has the meaning given the term in section 901 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251). (17) Tribal organization.--The term ``Tribal organization'' has the meaning given the term ``tribal organization'' in section 4(l) of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304(l)). (18) Unit of local government.--The term ``unit of local government'' has the meaning given the term in section 901 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251). SEC. 4. PUBLIC DEFENSE GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Grant Authority.--The Attorney General may award a grant to an eligible entity to-- (1) develop, implement, and update a data collection process under subsection (b)(2); or (2) hire additional public defense attorneys or carry out related activities under subsection (c)(3). (b) Data Grants.-- (1) Term.--The term of a data grant shall be 3 fiscal years. (2) Required data collection.--An eligible entity that receives a data grant shall develop and implement a process for collecting the following data for attorneys employed by each applicable public defender's office, and for panel attorneys within the jurisdiction of the eligible entity, during each fiscal year of the grant period: (A) The mean number of hours per month worked per attorney. (B) The mean number of hours spent per month by an attorney on-- (i) discovery and investigation, including witness interviews; (ii) court time, including preparation and appearances; (iii) client communication and care; (iv) research and writing, including motions practice; and (v) administrative work. (C) The number of cases handled, broken down by-- (i) case type, including by-- (I) the most serious charge; and (II) each secondary charge; (ii) the race, ethnicity, age, and gender of the client; (iii) the date on which the attorney was appointed to the case; (iv) whether the case remained open as of the last day of the fiscal year, and if not, the date on which the case was closed; and (v) the resolution of the case, if the case was concluded by the last day of the fiscal year. (D) Any other information as the Attorney General determines appropriate. (3) Renewal.--Upon application from an eligible entity that received a data grant, the Attorney General may award a subsequent data grant to the eligible entity for an additional term that may begin upon termination of the initial data grant. (c) Hiring Grants.-- (1) Application requirements.--An eligible entity desiring a hiring grant shall submit to the Attorney General an application that includes, as of the date of the application-- (A) the caseload and number of, and pay scale for, attorneys and other staff of each applicable public defender's office; and (B)(i) the number of panel attorneys within the jurisdiction of the eligible entity; (ii) the total number of cases assigned to the attorneys described in clause (i); and (iii) the average number of hours spent on a case by an attorney described in clause (i). (2) Term.--The term of a hiring grant shall be 3 years. (3) Use of funds.--An eligible entity may use a hiring grant to-- (A) hire additional public defenders; (B) increase compensation for public defenders or panel attorneys to achieve pay parity with corresponding prosecutor's offices; (C) hire case workers, social workers, investigators, or paralegals; or (D) establish or fund a loan assistance program for public defenders. (4) Supplement, not supplant.--An eligible entity may not use a hiring grant to supplant funds that the eligible entity would otherwise have used for any authorized purpose described in paragraph (3) during the grant period. (5) Required data collection.--During each fiscal year of the grant period, an eligible entity that receives a hiring grant shall collect the data described in subsection (b)(2). (d) Submission Requirement.--Not later than 60 days after the end of a fiscal year, an eligible entity that receives a data grant or hiring grant shall submit to the Attorney General the data described in subsection (b)(2) for that fiscal year. (e) Multiple Defendants.--If a prosecutor's charging document states that multiple defendants were involved in a single incident of alleged criminal or delinquent conduct, each defendant shall be considered a separate case for purposes of the collection of data described in subsection (b)(2). (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Attorney General to carry out this section-- (1) $250,000,000 for each of the first 5 fiscal years beginning after the date of enactment of this Act; and (2) such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 5. STUDIES. (a) Studies.-- (1) Caseload limits study.-- (A) In general.--After the end of the first fiscal year for which data grants are awarded, the Attorney General, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance and the Director of the Office for Access to Justice, shall-- (i) conduct a study to analyze the data submitted to the Attorney General under section 4(d) for that fiscal year related to public defender and panel attorney caseloads and correlated outcomes; (ii) review studies, reports, and other data published or provided by professional organizations, legal associations, and bar associations related to public defender and panel attorney caseloads; and (iii) develop and publish best practices and recommendations for setting public defender and panel attorney caseloads based on the information described in clauses (i) and (ii) to ensure-- (I) reasonably effective assistance of counsel pursuant to constitutional standards and prevailing professional norms; and (II) competent representation pursuant to applicable rules of professional responsibility. (B) Continuing study.--Not less frequently than once every 5 years, the Attorney General shall-- (i) study and review new studies, reports, or other data as described in subparagraph (A)(ii); and (ii) update the best practices and recommendations under subparagraph (A)(iii). (2) Compensation study.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, acting through the Director of Bureau of Justice Assistance and the Director of the Office for Access to Justice, shall-- (A) conduct a national study of public defender salaries and panel attorney rates, using prosecutors' salaries as one benchmark; and (B) develop and publish best practices and recommendations relating to compensation of public defenders and panel attorneys. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to the Attorney General such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section. SEC. 6. STATE DATA COLLECTION. (a) In General.--For any fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of this Act, a State that receives funds under subpart 1 of part E of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10151 et seq.) may submit to the Office for Access to Justice of the Department of Justice data on, with respect to criminal cases heard by a court of the State or of a unit of local government in the State during that fiscal year, the number of cases for which a defendant was represented in court by a public defender or panel attorney, broken down by-- (1) the most serious charge and the total number of secondary charges in each case; and (2) race, ethnicity, age, and gender of the defendant. (b) Applicable Criminal Offenses.--A State that elects to submit data under subsection (a) shall include data with respect to-- (1) criminal offenses for which a term of imprisonment of more than 1 year may be imposed; (2) criminal offenses for which a term of imprisonment of 1 year or less may be imposed, including misdemeanors, traffic violations, and violations of municipal ordinances; and (3) acts of juvenile delinquency or juvenile status offenses for which any term of detention may be imposed. (c) Funding.--A State that receives funds under subpart 1 of part E of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10151 et seq.) may apply for, and the Attorney General may award, a 5 percent increase in those funds, to be used by the State to collect and provide to the Office for Access to Justice of the Department of Justice the data described in subsection (a) of this section. SEC. 7. FUNDING FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. (a) Definition.--In this section, the term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that is-- (1) an organization-- (A) described in paragraph (3) or (6) of section 501(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code; or (B) funded by a State or unit of local government; or (2) a State, unit of local government, Indian Tribal government, or political subdivision of an Indian Tribe. (b) Grants.--The Attorney General shall award grants to eligible entities to provide a comprehensive educational program to public defenders and panel attorneys that offers-- (1) ongoing training and support; and (2) programming that includes-- (A) skills training, including pretrial practice, negotiation skills, trial skills, and sentencing advocacy; (B) client-centered values; (C) implicit bias training; (D) leadership development; and (E) ongoing support to reinforce the training curriculum. 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118S851
Sentencing Commission Improvements Act
[ [ "B001288", "Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]", "sponsor" ], [ "D000563", "Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>Sentencing Commission Improvements Act</strong></p> <p>This bill adds one nonvoting member to the U.S. Sentencing Commission and requires the new member to be a public defender.<br> </p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 851 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 851 To include a Federal defender as a nonvoting member of the United States Sentencing Commission. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Booker (for himself and Mr. Durbin) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To include a Federal defender as a nonvoting member of the United States Sentencing Commission. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Sentencing Commission Improvements Act''. SEC. 2. FEDERAL DEFENDER AS A NONVOTING MEMBER OF THE UNITED STATES SENTENCING COMMISSION. (a) In General.--Section 991(a) of title 28, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in the first sentence, by striking ``one nonvoting member'' and inserting ``2 nonvoting members''; and (2) in the fifth sentence, by striking ``shall be an ex officio, nonvoting member'' and inserting ``and a Federal public defender, or a community defender, designated by the Defender Services Office of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts, shall be ex officio, nonvoting members''. (b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 235(b)(5) of the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 (18 U.S.C. 3551 note) is amended, in the third sentence, by striking ``nine members, including two'' and inserting ``10 members, including 3''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S852
STOP CCP Act of 2023
[ [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H000601", "Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 852 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 852 To prohibit securities investments that finance certain companies of the People's Republic of China and to expand the Non-Specially Designated Nationals Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List of the Office of Foreign Assets Control, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Braun, and Mr. Hagerty) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To prohibit securities investments that finance certain companies of the People's Republic of China and to expand the Non-Specially Designated Nationals Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List of the Office of Foreign Assets Control, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Sanction Transactions Originating from Pernicious Chinese Companies and Policies Act of 2023'' or the ``STOP CCP Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Chinese entity.--The term ``Chinese entity'' means an entity organized under the laws of the People's Republic of China or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of the Government of the People's Republic of China. (2) Publicly traded securities.--The term ``publicly traded securities'' includes-- (A) any security (as defined in section 3(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78c(a))) denominated in any currency that trades on a securities exchange, or through the method of trading that is commonly referred to as ``over-the-counter'', in any jurisdiction; and (B) any security that is derivative of or designed to provide investment exposure to a security described in subparagraph (A). (3) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) an individual who is a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity; or (C) any person in the United States. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON SECURITIES INVESTMENTS THAT FINANCE CERTAIN COMPANIES OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. The following activities by a United States person are prohibited: (1) The purchase or sale of any publicly traded securities, or any publicly traded securities that are derivative of such securities or are designed to provide investment exposure to such securities, issued by any person determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation with the Secretary of State, and, as the Secretary of the Treasury deems appropriate, the Secretary of Defense-- (A) to operate or have operated in the defense and related materiel sector or the surveillance technology sector of the economy of the People's Republic of China; or (B) to own or control, or to be owned or controlled by, directly or indirectly, a person described in subparagraph (A). (2) The execution, support, or servicing of a purchase or sale described in paragraph (1). (3) Any transaction that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate the prohibition under paragraph (1). (4) Any conspiracy formed to violate the prohibition under paragraph (1). SEC. 4. EXPANSION OF NON-SPECIALLY DESIGNATED NATIONALS CHINESE MILITARY-INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX COMPANIES LIST. Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury shall prescribe regulations to expand the Non-Specially Designated Nationals Chinese Military- Industrial Complex Companies List (commonly referred to as the ``NS- CMIC List'') of the Office of Foreign Assets Control to include-- (1) any entity engaged in supporting the Chinese military- industrial complex; (2) any entity that is owned or controlled by an entity described in paragraph (1); (3) any entity that is formed from a spin-off, merger or acquisition, or sale of a business unit involving an entity described in paragraph (1) or is otherwise a successor to such an entity; and (4) any entity that provides financial services for an entity described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3). SEC. 5. CLOSING SANCTIONS LOOPHOLES. (a) In General.--If sanctions are imposed with respect to a Chinese entity under any statute or Executive order described in subsection (b), sanctions shall be imposed with respect to the Chinese entity under each other applicable statute and Executive order described in subsection (b) unless-- (1) the President waives the imposition of such sanctions; or (2) a waiver provided for under such other statute or Executive order applies. (b) Statutes and Executive Orders Described.--A statute or Executive order described in this subsection is a statute or Executive order that provides for the imposition of sanctions. (c) National Security Waiver.-- (1) In general.--The President may waive the application of any sanction imposed with respect to any person under subsection (a) if the President determines and certifies to Congress that such a waiver is important to the national security interests of the United States. (2) Notification of and report to congress.--If the President decides to exercise the waiver authority provided under paragraph (1), the President shall, not less than 20 days before the waiver takes effect, submit to Congress a report-- (A) notifying Congress of the decision to exercise the waiver authority; and (B) fully articulating the rationale and circumstances that led to the decision. (d) Termination of Sanctions To Be Reported to Congress.--Not later than 20 days after the termination of any sanction under subsection (a), the President shall promptly submit to Congress a report on that termination and the reasons for the termination. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S853
VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2023
[ [ "R000608", "Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]", "sponsor" ], [ "C001096", "Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2023</b></p> <p>This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program for the purpose of improving safety and suicide care for veterans. The program must be implemented at five VA medical centers, including one that serves veterans in rural and remote areas.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 853 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 853 To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Rosen (for herself and Mr. Cramer) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. ZERO SUICIDE INITIATIVE PILOT PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall establish a pilot program called the ``Zero Suicide Initiative'' (referred to in this section as the ``program''). (b) Curriculum.--The program shall implement the curriculum of the Zero Suicide Institute of the Education Development Center (referred to in this section as the ``Institute'') to improve safety and suicide care for veterans, thereby significantly reducing rates of suicide. (c) Development.-- (1) In general.--The first year of the program shall be dedicated to program development, including planning and site selection. (2) Consultation.--In developing the program, the Secretary shall consult with-- (A) the Secretary of Health and Human Services; (B) the National Institutes of Health; (C) public and private institutions of higher education; (D) educators; (E) experts in suicide assessment, treatment, and management; (F) veterans service organizations; and (G) professional associations the Secretary of Veterans Affairs determines relevant to the purposes of the program. (d) Staff Leaders; Program Elements.--The program shall consist of not less than ten weeks of education regarding suicide care, beginning with the selection of five to ten staff leaders from each site selected under subsection (e) who shall carry out the following program elements: (1) Complete the organizational self-study of the Institute as a team. (2) Attend the two-day Zero Suicide Academy of the Institute. (3) Formulate a plan to collect data to support evaluation and quality improvement using the data elements worksheet of the Institute. (4) Communicate to staff at the respective site the adoption of a specific suicide care approach. (5) Administer the workforce survey of the Institute to all staff at the respective site to learn more about perceived comfort with and competence in caring for patients at risk of suicide. (6) Review, develop, and implement training on processes and policies regarding patients at risk of suicide, including-- (A) screening; (B) assessment; (C) use of electronic health records; (D) risk formulation; (E) treatment; and (F) care transition. (e) Sites.-- (1) Number.--The Secretary shall carry out the program at five medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs, one of which primarily serves veterans who live in rural and remote areas as determined by the Secretary. (2) Timeline.--The Secretary shall select-- (A) 15 candidate sites for the program not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act; and (B) the final five sites not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (3) Consultation.--In selecting sites at which to carry out the program, the Secretary shall consult with experts including officials of-- (A) the National Institute of Mental Health; (B) the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services; (C) the Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention of the Department of Veterans Affairs; (D) the Health Services Research Division of the Department of Veterans Affairs; (E) the Office of Health Care Transformation of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (F) the Zero Suicide Institute. (4) Factors.--In selecting sites for the program, the Secretary shall consider the following factors: (A) Interest in, and capacity of, the staff of the medical centers to implement the program. (B) Geographic variation. (C) Variations in size of medical centers. (D) Regional suicide rates of veterans. (E) Demographic and health characteristics of populations served by each medical center. (f) Annual Progress Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than two years after the date on which the Secretary establishes the program, and annually thereafter until termination of the program, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a report on the program. (2) Elements.--Each report under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) Progress of staff leaders at each site in carrying out tasks under paragraphs (1) through (5) of subsection (d). (B) The percentage of staff at each site trained under paragraph (6) of subsection (d). (C) An assessment of whether policies and procedures implemented at each site align with standards of the Institute with regards to-- (i) suicide screening; (ii) lethal means counseling; (iii) referrals for comprehensive assessment of suicidality; (iv) safety planning for patients receiving referrals under clause (iii); (v) risk management during care transitions; and (vi) outreach to high-risk patients. (D) A comparison of the suicide-related outcomes at program sites and those of other medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs, including-- (i) the percentage of patients screened for suicide risk; (ii) the percentage of patients counseled in lethal means safety; (iii) the percentage of patients screened for suicide risk referred for comprehensive assessment of suicidality; (iv) the percentage of patients referred for comprehensive assessment who complete safety planning; (v) emergency department utilization; (vi) inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations; (vii) the number of suicide attempts among all patients and among patients referred for comprehensive assessment of suicidality; and (viii) the number of suicide deaths among all patients and among patients referred for comprehensive assessment of suicidality. (g) Final Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than one year after the termination of the program, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Veterans' Affairs of the House of Representatives a final report. (2) Elements.--The report under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) A detailed analysis of information in the annual reports under subsection (f). (B) An evaluation of the effectiveness and outcomes of the program, including an evaluation of all data collected during the program. (C) The determination of the Secretary whether it is feasible to continue the program. (D) The recommendations of the Secretary whether to expand the program to additional sites, extend the program, or make the program permanent. (h) Termination; Extension.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the program shall terminate on the date that is five years after the date on which the Secretary establishes the program under subsection (a). (2) Authority to extend.--The Secretary may extend the program for not more than two years if the Secretary notifies Congress in writing of such extension not less than 180 days before the termination date under paragraph (1). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S854
SAFE Act
[ [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "V000137", "Sen. Vance, J. D. [R-OH]", "cosponsor" ], [ "L000577", "Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 854 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 854 To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to address the issuance of securities by Chinese entities, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Braun, Mr. Vance, and Mr. Lee) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to address the issuance of securities by Chinese entities, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Secure America's Financial Exchanges Act'' or the ``SAFE Act''. SEC. 2. SECURITIES. (a) In General.--Section 6(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11) The rules of the exchange require an issuer, before the initial listing of any security of the issuer on the exchange, and in each annual report filed with the Commission and the exchange under section 13(a), to disclose the following information: ``(A) Whether the Government of the People's Republic of China has provided the issuer with any financial support, including-- ``(i) any direct subsidy, grant, loan, loan guarantee, tax concession, or benefit with respect to procurement policy; or ``(ii) any other form of support. ``(B) If the Government of the People's Republic of China has provided support described in subparagraph (A), the conditions under which that Government provided that support, including whether that Government required the issuer to-- ``(i) satisfy certain requirements with respect to exports; ``(ii) purchase items from certain entities; ``(iii) use certain intellectual property; or ``(iv) employ members of the Chinese Communist Party or other employees of that Government. ``(C) Whether there are any committees of the Chinese Communist Party established within the issuer, which shall include the disclosure of-- ``(i) which employees of the issuer comprise that committee; and ``(ii) the roles played by the employees described in clause (i). ``(D) Information regarding each individual who, as of the date on which the disclosure is made, is an officer or director of the issuer (or a subsidiary of the issuer) and holds, or previously held, a position with the Chinese Communist Party or the Government of the People's Republic of China, including the title of that position and the geographic location in which the individual holds or held that position, as applicable.''. (b) Rules.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Securities and Exchange Commission shall make any amendments to the rules of the Commission that are necessary as a result of the amendments made by subsection (a). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S855
TICKER Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 855 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 855 To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require national securities exchanges to identify issuers that are consolidated variable interest entities, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself and Mr. Van Hollen) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to require national securities exchanges to identify issuers that are consolidated variable interest entities, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Trading and Investing with Clear Knowledge and Expectations about Risk Act'' or the ``TICKER Act''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) variable interest entities based in foreign jurisdictions, including the People's Republic of China, pose a specific and significant risk to investors in the United States, including because investors that purchase shares of those entities-- (A) have no equity or direct ownership interest; and (B) lack legal recourse; and (2) investors in the United States should more clearly be made aware of the risk described in paragraph (1) in a transparent, easily accessible, and standardized manner that is recognizable to all persons that have invested, or seek to invest, in entities that are described in that paragraph and are listed on exchanges in the United States, such as through clearly visible warning indicators on ticker symbols and other company symbols used by those exchanges. SEC. 3. IDENTIFICATION OF RISK WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN ENTITIES. (a) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the terms ``broker'', ``dealer'', ``exchange'', and ``security'' have the meanings given those terms in section 3(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78c(a)); (2) the term ``Commission'' means the Securities and Exchange Commission; (3) the term ``covered entity'' means a consolidated variable interest entity; (4) the term ``national securities exchange'' means an exchange that is registered as a national securities exchange pursuant to section 6 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f), as amended by subsection (b) of this section; and (5) the term ``variable interest entity'' has the meaning given the term under generally accepted accounting principles. (b) Requirements.-- (1) National securities exchanges.-- (A) In general.--Section 6(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78f(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(11)(A) In this paragraph, the term `covered entity' has the meaning given the term in section 3(a) of the Trading and Investing with Clear Knowledge and Expectations about Risk Act. ``(B) The rules of the exchange require the identification of each covered entity, the securities of which are listed on the exchange, as a covered entity in the symbol for the covered entity used on the exchange.''. (B) Effective date; applicability.--The amendment made by subparagraph (A) shall-- (i) take effect on the date that is 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act; and (ii) apply with respect to a covered entity, the securities of which are listed on a national securities exchange on or after the date described in clause (i). (2) Brokers and dealers.--Beginning not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission shall require brokers and dealers to provide warnings to investors investing in covered entities that those investors may lack legal recourse with respect to such an investment. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S856
FAIR Contributions Act
[ [ "W000437", "Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]", "sponsor" ], [ "L000570", "Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]", "cosponsor" ], [ "Y000064", "Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "K000377", "Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001261", "Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C000880", "Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Funding Affordable Internet with Reliable Contributions Act or the FAIR Contributions Act</b></p> <p>This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to study and report on the feasibility of funding the Universal Service Fund through contributions from edge providers (i.e., providers of online content or services, such as search engines).</p> <p>The fund provides support for broadband and other telecommunications services to high-cost areas, schools and libraries, rural health care facilities, and the Lifeline program (an FCC program that provides a discount on phone and internet services for low-income consumers).</p> <p>The report must consider (1) the type and size of firms and services on which contributions could be assessed, (2) equity issues related to current versus alternative systems for contributing to the fund, (3) the effect of any change to the contribution system on the telecommunications bills of consumers, and (4) the sustainability of the fund and how to ensure that fund disbursements are consistent and predictable over time.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 856 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 856 To require the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a study and submit to Congress a report examining the feasibility of funding the Universal Service Fund through contributions supplied by edge providers, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Wicker (for himself, Mr. Lujan, Mr. Young, and Mr. Kelly) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the Federal Communications Commission to conduct a study and submit to Congress a report examining the feasibility of funding the Universal Service Fund through contributions supplied by edge providers, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Funding Affordable Internet with Reliable Contributions Act'' or the ``FAIR Contributions Act''. SEC. 2. STUDY AND REPORT ON UNIVERSAL SERVICE FUND CONTRIBUTIONS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Contribution.--The term ``contribution'' means funds provided to the Universal Service Fund under section 254(d) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 254(d)). (4) Edge provider.--The term ``edge provider'' means a provider of online content or services, such as a search engine, a social media platform, a streaming service, an app store, a cloud computing service, or an e-commerce platform. (5) Universal service fund.--The term ``Universal Service Fund'' means the fund established pursuant to section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 254) and administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company to support service to high-cost areas, schools and libraries, rural health care facilities, and the Lifeline program of the Commission. (b) Study and Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and after issuing a notice of inquiry seeking public comment on the issues described in this subsection, the Commission shall conduct a study and submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report examining the feasibility of funding the Universal Service Fund through contributions supplied by edge providers, which shall include the consideration of comments on, and the findings of the Commission with respect to-- (1) the class of firms and services on which contributions could be assessed, including an inquiry into the specific sources of revenue potentially subject to contributions, such as digital advertising revenue and user fees; (2) the equity issues of the current contributions system, including the cost burden on consumers who traditionally purchase legacy telecommunications services; (3) equity issues of alternative contributions systems that would create new funding sources for the Universal Service Fund such as Federal appropriations or assessments on edge providers; (4) whether a particular contributions system results in progressive or regressive fees; (5) the size of firms subject to contributions requirements; (6) the broadband requirements, such as bandwidth and latency, of a particular online service; (7) other Federal, State, and local taxes and fees that edge providers may already pay; (8) practical issues concerning the calculation of contributions, including which revenues should be subject to contributions, whether a flat or progressive rate is most appropriate, and the logistics of collection; (9) the effect such a change would have on telecommunications bills of consumers, including low-income, elderly, and Tribal consumers; (10) the effect such a change would have on the sustainability of the Universal Service Fund, and how to ensure that Universal Service Fund disbursements are consistent and predictable over time; (11) the statutory authority the Commission would require to enact such a change and how such a change would interact with existing Federal and State law; and (12) the continued necessity of the Universal Service Fund once advanced telecommunications capability is available to all people in the United States. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S857
MONARCH Act of 2023
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<p><b>Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2023 or the MONARCH Act of 2023</b></p> <p>This bill provides support for the conservation of western monarch butterflies (the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of California and breeds across California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah). Specifically, the bill establishes the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund. The Department of the Interior must use amounts in the fund to provide grants for the conservation of such butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies.</p> <p>In addition, Interior must enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to facilitate updating and implementing the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan, which was prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 857 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 857 To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Merkley (for himself, Ms. Duckworth, Mr. Booker, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Lujan, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Wyden, and Mr. Heinrich) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To encourage and facilitate efforts by States and other stakeholders to conserve and sustain the western population of monarch butterflies, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Monarch Action, Recovery, and Conservation of Habitat Act of 2023'' or the ``MONARCH Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) the population of western monarch butterflies is at imminent risk of extinction; (2) over the past 3 decades, the population of western monarch butterflies has declined by more than 99 percent due to prolonged drought, loss of milkweed and native pollinator habitat, loss of breeding and overwintering habitat, and climate change; (3) in 2020, the population of western monarch butterflies reached a new historic low of 1,914 butterflies, falling below the predicted extinction threshold for the third year in a row; (4) the extinction of the population of migratory western monarch butterflies is now likely to occur within the next 2 decades if urgent action is not taken; (5) actively restoring native milkweed and nectar plants, monarch overwintering habitat, and other pollinator habitat, and ensuring that key habitats are protected from destruction, are critical to ensuring the survival of western monarch butterflies and can also help facilitate conservation of other essential pollinators; and (6) enhancing pollinator populations can result in improved pollination services for neighboring land, including agriculture and wildlife ecosystems. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Conservation.--The term ``conservation'' means the use of each method or procedure necessary to protect habitats of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies, including-- (A) the protection, restoration, and management of overwintering, breeding, and migratory habitats; (B) assistance in the development and implementation of national, regional, State, Tribal, and local conservation and management plans; and (C) community outreach and education. (2) Fund.--The term ``Fund'' means the Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund established by section 5(a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (4) Tribal government.--The term ``Tribal government'' means the governing body of a federally recognized Indian Tribe. (5) Western monarch butterfly.--The term ``western monarch butterfly'' means the monarch butterfly population that overwinters along the coast of the State of California and breeds across the States of California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah. SEC. 4. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--Subject to the availability of funds and in consultation with other relevant Federal agencies, amounts deposited in the Fund shall be available to the Secretary to provide grants for projects for the conservation of western monarch butterflies, and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies, for which project proposals are approved by the Secretary in accordance with this section. (b) Project Proposals.-- (1) Eligible entities.--An entity that is eligible to receive a grant for a project under this section is-- (A) a relevant local government or Tribal government agency, research institution, or nonprofit organization with expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies; and (B) any other entity, as determined appropriate by the Secretary, with the expertise required for the conservation of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies. (2) Federal partnership opportunities.--A State or Federal agency-- (A) may not be a lead entity or receive a grant for a project under this section; but (B) may be included as a partner or collaborator on a project that receives a grant under this section. (3) Required elements.--A proposal for a project under this section shall include-- (A) a statement of the purposes of the project; (B) the name of the entity with overall responsibility for the project; (C) a description of-- (i) the qualifications of the entity that will conduct the project; (ii) methods for project implementation and outcome assessment; and (iii) anticipated outcomes; (D) assurances that the project will be implemented in consultation with relevant wildlife management authorities, Indian Tribes, and other appropriate local government, State government, and Federal Government agencies; (E) assurances that the conservation efforts outlined in the proposal do not conflict with food safety measures or practices; (F) information that demonstrates the clear potential of the project to contribute to the conservation and recovery of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies; and (G) such other information as the Secretary may require. (c) Project Review and Approval.--The Secretary shall annually-- (1) solicit project proposals for funding under this section; and (2) review each proposal described in paragraph (1) on a timeline that recognizes the urgency of the declining number of western monarch butterflies and other pollinators within the range of western monarch butterflies to determine whether the proposal meets the criteria specified in subsection (d). (d) Criteria for Approval.--The Secretary may approve a project proposal under this section if the proposal demonstrates a likelihood that the project will contribute to the conservation of western monarch butterfly populations in the wild. (e) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide technical assistance for a project that receives a grant under this section. (f) Project Reporting.-- (1) In general.--Each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit to the Secretary, at such intervals as the Secretary may require, reports that include any information that the Secretary determines is necessary to evaluate the progress and success of the project for the purposes of ensuring positive results, assessing problems, and fostering improvements. (2) Availability to state legislatures.--At the request of the Governor of the State in which a project is conducted, each entity that receives a grant for a project under this section shall submit each report under paragraph (1) to the State legislature of that State. (3) Availability to the public.--The Secretary shall make available to the public, in a timely manner-- (A) each report submitted under paragraph (1); and (B) any other documents relating to projects for which a grant is provided under this section. SEC. 5. WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY RESCUE FUND. (a) Establishment.--There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund, to be known as the ``Western Monarch Butterfly Rescue Fund''. (b) Administrative Expenses.--Of the amounts available in the Fund for each fiscal year, the Secretary may expend not more than 3 percent to pay the administrative expenses necessary to carry out this Act. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for deposit into the Fund $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027, to remain available until expended. SEC. 6. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WESTERN MONARCH BUTTERFLY CONSERVATION PLAN. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall enter into an agreement with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation pursuant to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.) to facilitate updating and implementing the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. (b) Administration.--Section 10(a) of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Establishment Act (16 U.S.C. 3709(a)) shall not apply with respect to-- (1) the agreement entered into under subsection (a); or (2) amounts made available to carry out this section. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2027. SEC. 7. REPORT TO CONGRESS. Not later than January 31 of each year, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report describing the status of western monarch butterflies, including, with respect to the year for which the report is submitted-- (1) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding under section 4 and an evaluation of those projects; and (2) a summary of the projects for which the Secretary has provided funding through the Western Monarch Butterfly Conservation Plan prepared by the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and dated January 2019. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S858
Cameras in the Courtroom Act
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<p><b>Cameras in the Courtroom Act</b></p> <p>This bill requires the Supreme Court to permit television coverage of all open sessions of the Court unless it decides by majority vote that allowing such coverage in a particular case would violate the due process rights of any of the parties involved.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 858 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 858 To permit the televising of Supreme Court proceedings. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Durbin (for himself, Mr. Grassley, Ms. Klobuchar, and Mr. Blumenthal) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To permit the televising of Supreme Court proceedings. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Cameras in the Courtroom Act''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENT TO TITLE 28. (a) In General.--Chapter 45 of title 28, United States Code, is amended by inserting at the end the following: ``Sec. 678. Televising Supreme Court proceedings ``The Supreme Court shall permit television coverage of all open sessions of the Court unless the Court decides, by a vote of the majority of justices, that allowing such coverage in a particular case would constitute a violation of the due process rights of 1 or more of the parties before the Court.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The chapter analysis for chapter 45 of title 28, United States Code, is amended by inserting at the end the following: ``678. Televising Supreme Court proceedings.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S859
Every Supreme Court Nominee Deserves Timely Consideration Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 859 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 859 To provide for the expedited consideration of nominations for the Supreme Court of the United States. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Merkley introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide for the expedited consideration of nominations for the Supreme Court of the United States. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Every Supreme Court Nominee Deserves Timely Consideration Act''. SEC. 2. SUPREME COURT JUDICIAL REVIEW PROCEDURE. (a) Discharge.--In the Senate, if the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate has not reported a nomination for the Chief Justice of the United States or an associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States at the end of 60 continuous days of session after the date on which the nomination is referred to such committee, any Member may submit to the Congressional Record a notice of intent to discharge the nomination. At the end of 20 calendar days after the notice of intent to file such petition, such committee may be discharged from further consideration of such nomination upon a petition supported in writing by 30 Members of the Senate, and such nomination shall be placed on the calendar. Debate on the motion, and on all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall not be in order. (b) Consideration.-- (1) Debate.--In the Senate, debate on the nomination, and on all debatable motions and appeals in connection therewith, shall be limited to not more than 30 hours, which shall be divided equally between those favoring and those opposing the nomination. A motion further to limit debate is not in order and not debatable. A motion to postpone, a motion to proceed to the consideration of other business, or any amendment thereto, is not in order. A one-time nondebatable motion to extend the consideration of the nomination an additional 30 hours shall only be in order when supported in writing by 30 Members of the Senate. (2) Vote.--In the Senate, immediately following the conclusion of the debate on a nomination described in subsection (b)(1), and a single quorum call at the conclusion of the debate if requested in accordance with the rules of the Senate, the vote on the confirmation of the nomination shall occur. (c) Rules of the Senate.--This section is enacted by Congress-- (1) as an exercise of the rulemaking power of the Senate, and as such it is deemed a part of the rules of the Senate, and it supersedes other rules only to the extent that it is inconsistent with such rules; and (2) with full recognition of the constitutional right of the Senate to change such rules (so far as relating to the procedure of the Senate) at any time, in the same manner, and to the same extent as in the case of any other rule of the Senate. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S86
Members of Congress Pension Opt Out Clarification Act
[ [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "sponsor" ], [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Members of Congress Pension Opt Out Clarification Act</b></p> <p>This bill allows future Members of the House of Representatives to opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System, an option currently available to Members of the House who began serving before September 30, 2003, and all Senators. In addition, it permits Members of Congress who opt out to continue to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 86 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 86 To allow Members of Congress to opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System, and allow Members who opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System to continue to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To allow Members of Congress to opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System, and allow Members who opt out of the Federal Employees Retirement System to continue to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Members of Congress Pension Opt Out Clarification Act''. SEC. 2. MAKING FERS OPTIONAL FOR MEMBERS. (a) In General.-- (1) Amendment.--Section 8401(20) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking ``, and who (in the case'' and all that follows through ``2004''. (2) Applicability.--The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall apply with respect to an individual who first serves as a Member of the House of Representatives, including a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress, on or after the date of enactment of this Act. (b) Continued Participation in TSP.-- (1) Amendment.--Section 8401(20) of title 5, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a), is further amended-- (A) by striking ``term `Member' has the same meaning as provided in'' and inserting the following: ``term `Member'-- ``(A) has the meaning given the term `Member of Congress' under''; (B) by inserting ``, subject to subparagraph (B),'' after ``except that''; (C) by adding ``and'' after the semicolon at the end; and (D) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) for purposes of subchapter III, has the meaning given the term `Member of Congress' under section 2106, without regard to whether the individual elects not to participate in the Federal Employees' Retirement System;''. (2) Conforming amendment to tsp.--Section 8431(a) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``except as provided in section 8401(20)(B),'' after ``subchapter,''. (3) Applicability.--The amendments made by this subsection shall apply with respect to an individual who makes an election described in section 8401(20) of title 5, United States Code, not to participate in the Federal Employees' Retirement System before, on, or after the date of enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S860
Protecting American Capital Act of 2023
[ [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "sponsor" ], [ "S001181", "Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 860 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 860 To require an annual report on United States portfolio investments in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself and Mrs. Shaheen) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require an annual report on United States portfolio investments in the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting American Capital Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. ANNUAL REPORT ON UNITED STATES PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS IN THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. (a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of the Treasury shall submit to Congress a report on portfolio investments by United States persons in the People's Republic of China, including such investments routed through a jurisdiction outside the United States. (b) Elements.--Each report required by subsection (a) shall include an assessment of the involvement of the following in portfolio investments in the People's Republic of China: (1) United States persons making such investments, including an assessment of-- (A) the types of United States persons making such investments, including State pension funds; and (B) United States persons making more than 2 percent of the total of such investments in a year. (2) Chinese entities receiving such investments, including an assessment of-- (A) such entities in individual sectors of the economic of the People's Republic of China, including the housing sector; (B) any Chinese entities subject to sanctions imposed by the United States receiving such investments; and (C) Chinese entities that receive more than $100,000,000 from such investments. (c) Period Covered.--The period covered by a report required by subsection (a) shall be-- (1) in the case of the first such report, the period beginning on January 1, 2008, and ending on the date of the report; and (2) in the case of each subsequent such report, the one- year period preceding submission of the report. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Chinese entity.--The term ``Chinese entity'' means an entity organized under the laws of the People's Republic of China or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of the Government of the People's Republic of China. (2) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S861
PATRIA Y VIDA Act of 2023
[ [ "R000595", "Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]", "sponsor" ], [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H000601", "Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 861 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 861 To require the United States Government to obtain and maintain the capacity to transmit internet access service abroad and domestically in case of emergency-related disruptions, and to strengthen support for circumvention technologies that allow users to evade government-backed censorship. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Scott of Florida, and Mr. Hagerty) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the United States Government to obtain and maintain the capacity to transmit internet access service abroad and domestically in case of emergency-related disruptions, and to strengthen support for circumvention technologies that allow users to evade government-backed censorship. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Against Tyrants by Restoring Internet Access and Yielding Vital Interconnectivity in Designated Areas Act of 2023'' or the ``PATRIA Y VIDA Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. TRANSMISSION OF INTERNET ACCESS SERVICE; CIRCUMVENTION TECHNOLOGY. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Applicable official.--The term ``applicable official'' means the Secretary of State or the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications Commission. (3) Eligible company.--The term ``eligible company'' means a United States company that-- (A) provides internet censorship circumvention tools that have a demonstrated capability to service significant numbers of simultaneous user sessions; and (B) has the capacity to scale up operations in response to foreign internet censorship activity. (4) Internet censorship circumvention tool.--The term ``internet censorship circumvention tool'' means a software application or other tool that an individual can use to evade foreign government restrictions on internet access. (b) Capacity To Transmit Internet.-- (1) Transmission in foreign countries.--The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, the Commission, the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media, the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, and the Secretary of Defense, shall obtain and maintain the capacity of the United States Government to transmit internet access service to locations in foreign countries where the provision of additional internet access service would promote freedom from repressive regimes. (2) Transmission in the united states.--The Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, in consultation with the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information, the Commission, and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, shall obtain and maintain the capacity of the United States Government to transmit internet access service to locations in the United States in the case of emergency-related network disruptions. (3) Duties of consulted agencies.--A Federal agency with which the applicable official consults under paragraph (1) or (2) shall provide any and all authorizations and support that the applicable official determines necessary to carry out internet restoration as provided in the applicable paragraph. (4) Consultation with other federal agencies.--The applicable official may consult with other Federal agencies, in addition to the Federal agencies described in paragraph (1) or (2), as the applicable official determines appropriate. (c) Circumvention Technologies.-- (1) Identification.--The Commission, in consultation with the Secretary of State and each other Federal agency described in subsection (b)(1), shall identify internet censorship circumvention tools that are designed to and can effectively counter large-scale internet censorship activity by foreign governments. (2) Surge funding.--The Commission, when necessary due to increased demand for internet censorship circumvention tools because of internet censorship activity by a foreign government, shall rapidly provide funding for eligible companies to provide internet censorship circumvention tools to individuals in that country. (d) Report.--Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission and the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Agency for Global Media shall jointly submit to Congress a report that describes-- (1) as of the date of the report-- (A) the capacity of the United States Government to transmit internet access service-- (i) in foreign countries to circumvent censorship; and (ii) in the United States in the case of emergency-related network disruptions; and (B) the capacity of internet censorship circumvention tools that are available to be used by individuals in foreign countries seeking to counteract censors; and (2) any new resources needed to provide the United States Government with more robust capacity to-- (A) transmit internet access service-- (i) in foreign countries to circumvent censorship; and (ii) in the United States in the case of emergency-related network disruptions; and (B) rapidly provide funding for companies to provide internet censorship circumvention tools to evade foreign government restrictions on internet access. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S862
Restoring America’s Health Care Workforce and Readiness Act
[ [ "D000563", "Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]", "sponsor" ], [ "R000595", "Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 862 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 862 To address health workforce shortages through additional funding for the National Health Service Corps, and to establish a National Health Service Corps Emergency Service demonstration project. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Durbin (for himself and Mr. Rubio) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To address health workforce shortages through additional funding for the National Health Service Corps, and to establish a National Health Service Corps Emergency Service demonstration project. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Restoring America's Health Care Workforce and Readiness Act''. SEC. 2. ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR THE NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE CORPS. (a) Additional Funding.--Section 10503(b)(2) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (42 U.S.C. 254b-2(b)(2)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (G), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (2) in subparagraph (H), by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(I) $625,000,000 for fiscal year 2024; ``(J) $675,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and ``(K) $825,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.''. (b) National Health Service Corps Emergency Service Demonstration Project.--Part B of title XXVIII of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 2812 (42 U.S.C. 300hh-11) the following: ``SEC. 2812A. NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE CORPS EMERGENCY SERVICE DEMONSTRATION PROJECT. ``(a) In General.--For each of fiscal years 2024 through 2026, from the amounts made available under section 10503(b)(2) of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, to the extent permitted by, and consistent with, the requirements of applicable State law, the Secretary shall allocate up to $50,000,000 to establishing, as a demonstration project, a National Health Service Corps Emergency Service (referred to in this section as the `emergency service') under which a qualified individual currently or previously participating in the National Health Service Corps agrees to engage in service through the National Disaster Medical System established under section 2812, as described in this section. ``(b) Participants.-- ``(1) NHSC alumni.-- ``(A) Qualified individuals.--An individual may be eligible to participate in the emergency service under this section if such individual participated in the Scholarship Program under section 338A or the Loan Repayment Program under section 338B, and satisfied the obligated service requirements under such program, in accordance with the individual's contract. ``(B) Priority and increased funding amounts.-- ``(i) Priority.--In selecting eligible individuals to participate in the program under this paragraph, the Secretary shall give priority-- ``(I) first, to qualified individuals who continue to practice at the site where the individual fulfilled his or her obligated service under the Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program through the time of the application to the program under this section; and ``(II) secondly, to qualified individuals who continue to practice in any site approved for obligated service under the Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program other than the site at which the individual served. ``(ii) Increased funding amounts.--The Secretary may grant increased award amounts to certain participants in the program under this section based on the site where a participant fulfilled his or her obligated service under the Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program. ``(C) Private practice.--An individual participating in the emergency service under this section may practice a health profession in any private capacity when not obligated to fulfill the requirements described in subsection (c). ``(2) Current nhsc members.-- ``(A) In general.--An individual who is participating in the Scholarship Program under section 338A or the Loan Repayment Program under section 338B may apply to participate in the program under this section while fulfilling the individual's obligated services under such program. ``(B) Clarifications.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law or any contract with respect to service requirements under the Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program, an individual fulfilling service requirements described in subsection (c) shall not be considered in breach of such contract under such Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program, provided that the individual give advance and reasonable notification to the site at which the individual is fulfilling his or her obligated service requirements under such contract, and the site approves the individual's deployment through the National Disaster Medical System. ``(C) No credit toward obligated service.--No period of service under the National Disaster Medical System described in subsection (c)(1) shall be counted toward satisfying a period of obligated service under the Scholarship Program or Loan Repayment Program. ``(c) Participants as Members of the National Disaster Medical System.-- ``(1) Service requirements.--An individual participating in the program under this section shall participate in the activities of the National Disaster Medical System under section 2812 in the same manner and to the same extent as other participants in such system. ``(2) Rights and requirements.--An individual participating in the program under this section shall be considered participants in the National Disaster Medical System and shall be subject to the rights and requirements of subsections (c) and (d) of section 2812. ``(d) Emergency Service Plan.--In carrying out this section, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration and the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, shall establish an action plan for the service commitments, deployment protocols, coordination efforts, training requirements, liability, workforce development, and such other considerations as the Secretary determines appropriate. Such action plan shall-- ``(1) ensure adherence to the missions of both the National Health Service Corps and National Disaster Medical Service; ``(2) outline the type of providers determined by the Assistant Secretary to be priorities for participation in the program established under this section; ``(3) describe how such deployments will be determined and prioritized in a manner consistent with-- ``(A) the National Health Service Corps contracts; and ``(B) the National Disaster Medical System's deployment policy of not hindering civilian responders already engaged in an emergency response; ``(4) ensure an adequate health care workforce during a public health emergency declared by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act, a major disaster declared by the President under section 401 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, an emergency declared by the President under section 501 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, or a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; and ``(5) describe how the program established under this section will be implemented in a manner consistent with, and in furtherance of, the assessments and goals for workforce and training described in the review conducted by the Secretary under section 2812(b)(2). ``(e) Contracts for Certain Participating Individuals.--An individual who is participating in the emergency service program under this section shall receive loan repayments in an amount up to 50 percent (as determined by the Secretary) of the highest new award made for the year under the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program pursuant to a contract entered into at the same time under section 338B(g), in a manner similar to the manner in which payments are made under such section, pursuant to the terms of a contract between the Secretary and such individual. The Secretary shall establish a system of contracting for purposes of this subsection which shall be similar to the contract requirements and terms under subsections (c), (d), and (f) of section 338B. Amounts received by an individual under this subsection shall be in addition to any amounts received by an individual described in subsection (b)(2) pursuant to the Scholarship Program under section 338A or the Loan Repayment Program under section 338B, as applicable. ``(f) Breach of Contract, Termination, Waiver, and Suspension.-- ``(1) Recovery of amounts in the event of a breach.--If an individual breaches the written contract of the individual under subsection (e) by failing either to begin such individual's service obligation in accordance with such contract or to complete such service obligation, the United States shall be entitled to recover from the individual an amount equal to the sum of-- ``(A) the total of the amounts paid by the United States under such contract on behalf of the individual for any period of such service not served; ``(B) an amount equal to the product of the number of months of service that were not completed by the individual, multiplied by $3,750; and ``(C) the interest on the amounts described in subparagraphs (A) and (B), at the maximum legal prevailing rate, as determined by the Treasurer of the United States, from the date of the breach. ``(2) Termination of contract.--The Secretary may terminate a contract under subsection (e) in accordance with the termination standards that are-- ``(A) applicable to contracts entered into under section 338B; and ``(B) in effect in the fiscal year in which such contract was entered. ``(3) Waiver or suspension of obligation.--If an individual participating in the program under this section submits a written request to the Secretary, the Secretary may waive or suspend a service or payment obligation arising under this subsection or a contract under subsection (e), in whole or in part, in accordance with the standards set forth in section 62.12 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulations). ``(g) Report.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives a report that evaluates the demonstration project established under this section, including-- ``(1) the effects of such program on health care access in underserved areas and health professional shortage areas and on public health emergency response capacity; ``(2) the effects of such program on the health care provider workforce pipeline, including any impact on the fields or specialties pursued by students in approved graduate training programs in medicine, osteopathic medicine, dentistry, behavioral and mental health, or other health profession; ``(3) the impact of such program on the enrollment, participation, and completion of requirements in the underlying scholarship and loan repayment programs of the National Health Service Corps; ``(4) the effects of such program on the National Disaster Medical System's response capability, readiness, and workforce strength; and ``(5) recommendations for improving the demonstration project described in this section, and any other considerations as the Secretary determines appropriate.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S863
A bill to establish a temporary commission to develop a consensus and actionable recommendations on a comprehensive grand strategy with respect to the United States relationship with the People's Republic of China for purposes of ensuring a holistic approach toward the People's Republic of China across all Federal departments and agencies.
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 863 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 863 To establish a temporary commission to develop a consensus and actionable recommendations on a comprehensive grand strategy with respect to the United States relationship with the People's Republic of China for purposes of ensuring a holistic approach toward the People's Republic of China across all Federal departments and agencies. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. King (for himself, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Kaine, Mr. Cramer, Mr. Carper, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Young, Mrs. Shaheen, Ms. Collins, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Manchin, Ms. Rosen, Mr. Rounds, Ms. Murkowski, and Mr. Sullivan) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish a temporary commission to develop a consensus and actionable recommendations on a comprehensive grand strategy with respect to the United States relationship with the People's Republic of China for purposes of ensuring a holistic approach toward the People's Republic of China across all Federal departments and agencies. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. CHINA GRAND STRATEGY COMMISSION. (a) Establishment.--There is established a commission, to be known as the ``China Grand Strategy Commission'' (in this section referred to as the ``Commission''), to develop a consensus on a comprehensive grand strategy and whole-of-government approach with respect to the United States relationship with the People's Republic of China for purposes of-- (1) ensuring a holistic approach toward the People's Republic of China across all Federal departments and agencies; (2) defining specific steps necessary to build a stable international order that accounts for the People's Republic of China's participation in that order; and (3) providing actionable recommendations with respect to the United States relationship with the People's Republic of China, which are aimed at protecting and strengthening United States national security interests. (b) Membership.-- (1) Composition.-- (A) In general.--The Commission shall be composed of the following members: (i) The Deputy National Security Advisor. (ii) The Deputy Secretary of Defense. (iii) The Deputy Secretary of State. (iv) The Deputy Secretary of the Treasury. (v) The Deputy Secretary of Commerce. (vi) The Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence. (vii) Three members appointed by the majority leader of the Senate, in consultation with the chairperson of the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, one of whom shall be a Member of the Senate and two of whom shall not be. (viii) Three members appointed by the minority leader of the Senate, in consultation with the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, one of whom shall be a Member of the Senate and two of whom shall not be. (ix) Three members appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, in consultation with the chairperson of the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, one of whom shall be a Member of the House of Representatives and two of whom shall not be. (x) Three members appointed by the minority leader of the House of Representatives, in consultation with the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, one of whom shall be a Member of the House of Representatives and two of whom shall not be. (B) Qualifications.--The members described in clauses (vii) through (x) of subparagraph (A) who are not Members of Congress shall be individuals who are nationally recognized and have well-documented expertise, knowledge, or experience in-- (i) the history, culture, economy, or national security policies of the People's Republic of China; (ii) the United States economy; (iii) the use of intelligence information by national policymakers and military leaders; (iv) the implementation, funding, or oversight of the foreign and national security policies of the United States; or (v) the implementation, funding, or oversight of economic and trade policies of the United States. (C) Avoidance of conflicts of interest.--An official who appoints members of the Commission may not appoint an individual as a member of the Commission if such individual possesses any personal or financial interest in the discharge of any of the duties of the Commission. (2) Co-chairpersons.-- (A) In general.--The Commission shall have two co- chairpersons, selected from among the members of the Commission, of whom-- (i) one co-chairperson shall be a member of the Democratic Party; and (ii) one co-chairperson shall be a member of the Republican Party. (B) Consensus.--The individuals selected to serve as the co-chairpersons of the Commission shall be jointly agreed upon by the President, the majority leader of the Senate, the minority leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the minority leader of the House of Representatives. (c) Appointment; Initial Meeting.-- (1) Appointment.--Members of the Commission shall be appointed not later than 45 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Initial meeting.--The Commission shall hold its initial meeting on or before the date that is 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (d) Meetings; Quorum; Vacancies.-- (1) In general.--After its initial meeting, the Commission shall meet upon the call of the co-chairpersons of the Commission. (2) Quorum.--Ten members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for purposes of conducting business, except that two members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for purposes of receiving testimony. (3) Vacancies.--Any vacancy on the Commission shall not affect its powers, and shall be filled in the same manner in which the original appointment was made. (4) Quorum with vacancies.--If vacancies on the Commission occur on any day after the date that is 45 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, a quorum shall consist of a majority of the members of the Commission as of such day. (e) Actions of Commission.-- (1) In general.--The Commission shall act by resolution agreed to by a majority of the members of the Commission voting and present. (2) Panels.--The Commission may establish panels composed of less than the full membership of the Commission for purposes of carrying out the duties of the Commission under this section. The actions of any such panel shall be subject to the review and control of the Commission. Any findings and determinations made by such a panel shall not be considered to be the findings and determinations of the Commission unless approved by the Commission. (3) Delegation.--Any member, agent, or staff member of the Commission may, if authorized by the co-chairpersons of the Commission, take any action that the Commission is authorized to take pursuant to this section. (f) Duties of Commission.--The duties of the Commission are as follows: (1) To define the core objectives and priorities of the strategy described in subsection (a). (2) To provide definitions of the terms ``grand strategy'' and ``stable international order'' as such terms relate to United States national security interests and policy toward the People's Republic of China. (3) To recommend steps toward a stable international order that includes the People's Republic of China that accounts for the People's Republic of China's participation in that order. (4) To consider the manner in which the United States and the allies and partners of the United States cooperate and compete with the People's Republic of China and to identify areas for such cooperation and competition. (5) To consider methods for recalibrating economic ties with the People's Republic of China, and any necessary modifications to such ties that may be undertaken by the United States Government. (6) To consider methods for recalibrating additional non- economic ties with the People's Republic of China, and any necessary modifications to such ties to be undertaken by the United States Government, including research, political, and security ties. (7) To understand the linkages across multiple levels of the Federal Government with respect to United States policy toward the People's Republic of China. (8) To seek to protect and strengthen global democracy and democratic norms. (9) To understand the history, culture, and goals of the People's Republic of China and to consider the manner in which the People's Republic of China defines and seeks to implement its goals. (10) To review-- (A) the strategies and intentions of the People's Republic of China that affect United States national and global interests; (B) the purpose and efficacy of current programs for the defense of the United States; and (C) the capabilities of the Federal Government for understanding whether, and the manner in which, the People's Republic of China is currently being deterred or thwarted in its aims and ambitions, including in cyberspace. (11) To detail and evaluate current United States policy and strategic interests, including the pursuit of a free and open Indo-Pacific region, with respect to the People's Republic of China, and the manner in which United States policy affects the policy of the People's Republic of China. (12) To assess the manner in which the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation may have impacted the People's Republic of China's calculations on an invasion of Taiwan and the implications of such impact on the prospects for short- term, medium-term, and long-term stability in the Taiwan Strait. (13) In evaluating options for such strategy, to consider possible structures and authorities that need to be established, revised, or augmented within the Federal Government to maintain United States national security interests in relation to policy toward the People's Republic of China. (g) Powers of Commission.-- (1) Hearings and evidence.--The Commission or, as delegated by the co-chairpersons of the Commission, any panel or member thereof, may, for the purpose of carrying out this section-- (A) hold such hearings and sit and act at such times and places, take such testimony, receive such evidence, and administer such oaths as the Commission, or such designated panel or designated member, considers necessary; and (B) subject to paragraph (2), require, by subpoena or otherwise, the attendance and testimony of such witnesses and the production of such books, records, correspondence, memoranda, papers, and documents, as the Commission or such designated panel or designated member considers necessary. (2) Subpoenas.-- (A) In general.--Subpoenas may be issued under paragraph (1)(B) under the signature of the co- chairpersons of the Commission, and may be served by any person designated by such co-chairpersons. (B) Failure to comply.--The provisions of sections 102 through 104 of the Revised Statutes (2 U.S.C. 192- 194) shall apply in the case of any failure of a witness to comply with any subpoena or to testify when summoned under authority of this section. (3) Contracts.--The Commission may, to such extent and in such amounts as are provided in advance in appropriations Acts, enter into contracts to enable the Commission to discharge its duties under this section. (4) Information from federal agencies.-- (A) In general.--The Commission may secure directly from any executive department, agency, bureau, board, commission, office, independent establishment, or instrumentality of the Government information, suggestions, estimates, and statistics for the purposes of this section. (B) Furnishing information.--Each such department, agency, bureau, board, commission, office, establishment, or instrumentality shall, to the extent authorized by law, furnish such information, suggestions, estimates, and statistics directly to the Commission, upon request made by a co-chairperson of the Commission. (C) Handling of classified information.--The Commission shall handle and protect all classified information provided to it under this section in accordance with applicable law. (5) Assistance from federal agencies.-- (A) Secretary of defense.--The Secretary of Defense shall provide to the Commission, on a nonreimbursable basis, such administrative services, funds, staff, facilities, and other support services as are necessary for the performance of the Commission's duties under this section. (B) Other departments and agencies.--Other Federal departments and agencies may provide the Commission such services, funds, facilities, staff, and other support as such departments and agencies consider advisable and as may be authorized by law. (C) Cooperation.--The Commission shall receive the full and timely cooperation of any official, department, or agency of the Federal Government whose assistance is necessary, as jointly determined by the co-chairpersons of the Commission, for the fulfillment of the duties of the Commission, including the provision of full and current briefings and analyses. (6) Postal services.--The Commission may use the United States mails in the same manner and under the same conditions as the departments and agencies of the Federal Government. (7) Gifts.--A member or staff of the Commission may not receive a gift or benefit by reason of the service of such member or staff to the Commission. (h) Staff and Compensation.-- (1) Staff.-- (A) Compensation.--The co-chairpersons of the Commission, in accordance with rules agreed upon by the Commission, shall appoint and fix the compensation of a staff director and such other personnel as may be necessary to enable the Commission to carry out its duties, without regard to the provisions of title 5, United States Code governing appointments in the competitive service, and without regard to the provisions of chapter 51 and subchapter III of chapter 53 of such title, relating to classification and General Schedule pay rates, except that no rate of pay fixed under this paragraph may exceed the equivalent of that payable to a person occupying a position at level V of the Executive Schedule under section 5316 of such title. (B) Detail of government employees.--A Federal Government employee may be detailed to the Commission without reimbursement, and such detail shall retain the rights, status, and privileges of his or her regular employment without interruption. (2) Commission members.-- (A) Compensation.-- (i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii) and except as provided in subparagraph (B), each member of the Commission may be compensated at a rate not to exceed the daily equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay in effect for a position at level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of title 5, United States Code, for each day during which the member is engaged in the actual performance of the duties of the Commission under this section. (ii) Members of congress and federal employees.--Members of the Commission who are Members of Congress or officers or employees of the Federal Government may not receive additional pay by reason of their service on the Commission. (B) Travel expenses.--While away from their homes or regular places of business in the performance of services for the Commission, members of the Commission may be allowed travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in the same manner as persons employed intermittently in Government service are allowed expenses under section 5703 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Consultant services.--The Commission may procure the services of experts and consultants in accordance with section 3109 of title 5, United States Code, but at rates not to exceed the daily rate paid a person occupying a position at level IV of the Executive Schedule under section 5315 of such title. (4) Security clearances for commission members, staff, and consultants.-- (A) In general.--The appropriate Federal agencies or departments shall cooperate with the Commission in expeditiously providing to Commission members, staff, and consultants appropriate security clearances to the extent possible pursuant to existing procedures and requirements, except that no person shall be provided access to classified information under this Act without the appropriate security clearances. (B) Expedited processing.--The Office of Senate Security and the Office of House Security shall ensure the expedited processing of appropriate security clearances for personnel appointed to the Commission by their respective Senate and House of Representatives offices under processes developed for the clearance of legislative branch employees. (i) Treatment of Information Relating to National Security.-- (1) In general.--The Director of National Intelligence shall assume responsibility for the handling and disposition of any information related to the national security of the United States that is received, considered, or used by the Commission under this section. (2) Approval required.--Information related to the national security of the United States that is provided to the Commission by the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, or the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives may not be further provided or released without the approval of the chairperson of such committee. (3) Access after termination of commission.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, after the termination of the Commission under subsection (k), only the members and designated staff of the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, the Director of National Intelligence (and the designees of the Director), and such other officials of the executive branch as the President may designate shall have access to information related to the national security of the United States that is received, considered, or used by the Commission. (j) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than September 1, 2025, the Commission shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, the Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Director of National Intelligence a final report on the findings and recommendations of the Commission. (2) Form.--The report required by paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form and shall include a classified annex. (k) Termination of Commission.-- (1) In general.--The Commission, and all the authorities of this section, shall terminate at the end of the 120-day period beginning on the date on which the final report is submitted under subsection (j). (2) Administrative activities before termination.--The Commission may use the 120-day period referred to in paragraph (1) for the purpose of concluding its activities, including providing testimony to Congress concerning the final report required by subsection (j) and disseminating such report. (l) Assessments of Final Report.--Not later than 60 days after the date on which the final report required by subsection (j) is submitted, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Director of National Intelligence shall each submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an assessment of the final report that includes such comments on the findings and recommendations contained in the final report as the Director or Secretary, as applicable, considers appropriate. (m) Inapplicability of Certain Administrative Provisions.-- (1) Federal advisory committee act.--The provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Commission. (2) Freedom of information act.--The provisions of section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the ``Freedom of Information Act''), shall not apply to the activities, records, and proceedings of the Commission under this section. (n) Authorization of Appropriations.--Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal year 2023 for the Department of Defense, $5,000,000 shall be made available to carry out this section, to remain available until the termination of the Commission. (o) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means-- (1) the Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Finance of the Senate; and (2) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S864
TASK Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 864 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 864 To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to require reporting of sourcing and due diligence activities of companies involving supply chains of products that are imported into the United States that are directly linked to products utilizing forced labor from Xinjiang, China, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Scott of Florida (for himself, Mr. Rubio, and Mr. Braun) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the Securities and Exchange Commission to require reporting of sourcing and due diligence activities of companies involving supply chains of products that are imported into the United States that are directly linked to products utilizing forced labor from Xinjiang, China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Transaction and Sourcing Knowledge Act'' or the ``TASK Act''. SEC. 2. SEC REPORTING. The Securities and Exchange Commission, as part of its evaluation of potential guidance on reporting on environmental, social, and governance matters by publicly traded companies, shall require reporting of-- (1) sourcing and due diligence activities of such companies involving supply chains of products that are imported into the United States that are directly linked to products utilizing forced labor from Xinjiang, China; (2) transactions with companies that have been-- (A) placed on the Entity List by the Department of Commerce; or (B) designated by the Department of the Treasury as Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies; and (3) with respect to publicly traded United States companies with facilities in China, on an annual basis-- (A) whether there is a Chinese Communist Party committee in the operations of the company; and (B) a summary of the actions and corporate decisions in which any committee described in subparagraph (A) may have participated. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S865
PCAOB Enforcement Transparency Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 865 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 865 To amend the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 to promote transparency by permitting the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to allow its disciplinary proceedings to be open to the public, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Reed (for himself and Mr. Grassley) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 to promote transparency by permitting the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to allow its disciplinary proceedings to be open to the public, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``PCAOB Enforcement Transparency Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. OPEN MEETINGS AUTHORIZED. Section 105(c) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7215(c)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(2) Public hearings.--Hearings under this section shall be open to the public, unless the Board, on its own motion or after considering the motion of a party, orders otherwise.''. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF DETERMINATIONS. Section 105(d)(1)(C) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (15 U.S.C. 7215(d)(1)(C)) is amended by striking ``(once any stay on the imposition of such sanction has been lifted)''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S866
American Innovation and Jobs Act
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<p><b>American Innovation and Jobs Act</b></p> <p> This bill revises and expands the deductibility of research and experimental expenditures to allow immediate expensing of such expenditures. It also allows the amortization over a period of at least 60 months of certain other types of research and experimental expenditures not treated as expenses. </p> <p>The bill increases the maximum amount eligible for the tax credit for new and small businesses and increases to 20% the rate of the credit for business startups.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 866 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 866 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance tax benefits for research activities. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Hassan (for herself, Mr. Young, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Barrasso, Ms. Sinema, Mr. Tillis, Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Daines, Mr. Kelly, Mr. Hagerty, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Moran, Mr. Peters, and Mr. Wicker) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance tax benefits for research activities. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``American Innovation and Jobs Act''. SEC. 2. RESTORING IMMEDIATE EXPENSING FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 174 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended to read as follows: ``SEC. 174. RESEARCH AND EXPERIMENTAL EXPENDITURES. ``(a) Treatment as Expenses.-- ``(1) In general.--A taxpayer may treat research or experimental expenditures which are paid or incurred by him during the taxable year in connection with his trade or business as expenses which are not chargeable to capital account. The expenditures so treated shall be allowed as a deduction. ``(2) When method may be adopted.-- ``(A) Without consent.--A taxpayer may, without the consent of the Secretary, adopt the method provided in this subsection for his first taxable year for which expenditures described in paragraph (1) are paid or incurred. ``(B) With consent.--A taxpayer may, with the consent of the Secretary, adopt at any time the method provided in this subsection. ``(3) Scope.--The method adopted under this subsection shall apply to all expenditures described in paragraph (1). The method adopted shall be adhered to in computing taxable income for the taxable year and for all subsequent taxable years unless, with the approval of the Secretary, a change to a different method is authorized with respect to part or all of such expenditures. ``(b) Amortization of Certain Research and Experimental Expenditures.-- ``(1) In general.--At the election of the taxpayer, made in accordance with regulations prescribed by the Secretary, research or experimental expenditures which are-- ``(A) paid or incurred by the taxpayer in connection with his trade or business, ``(B) not treated as expenses under subsection (a), and ``(C) chargeable to capital account but not chargeable to property of a character which is subject to the allowance under section 167 (relating to allowance for depreciation, etc.) or section 611 (relating to allowance for depletion), may be treated as deferred expenses. In computing taxable income, such deferred expenses shall be allowed as a deduction ratably over such period of not less than 60 months as may be selected by the taxpayer (beginning with the month in which the taxpayer first realizes benefits from such expenditures). Such deferred expenses are expenditures properly chargeable to capital account for purposes of section 1016(a)(1) (relating to adjustments to basis of property). ``(2) Time for and scope of election.--The election provided by paragraph (1) may be made for any taxable year, but only if made not later than the time prescribed by law for filing the return for such taxable year (including extensions thereof). The method so elected, and the period selected by the taxpayer, shall be adhered to in computing taxable income for the taxable year for which the election is made and for all subsequent taxable years unless, with the approval of the Secretary, a change to a different method (or to a different period) is authorized with respect to part or all of such expenditures. The election shall not apply to any expenditure paid or incurred during any taxable year before the taxable year for which the taxpayer makes the election. ``(c) Land and Other Property.--This section shall not apply to any expenditure for the acquisition or improvement of land, or for the acquisition or improvement of property to be used in connection with the research or experimentation and of a character which is subject to the allowance under section 167 (relating to allowance for depreciation, etc.) or section 611 (relating to allowance for depletion); but for purposes of this section allowances under section 167, and allowances under section 611, shall be considered as expenditures. ``(d) Exploration Expenditures.--This section shall not apply to any expenditure paid or incurred for the purpose of ascertaining the existence, location, extent, or quality of any deposit of ore or other mineral (including oil and gas). ``(e) Only Reasonable Research Expenditures Eligible.--This section shall apply to a research or experimental expenditure only to the extent that the amount thereof is reasonable under the circumstances. ``(f) Cross References.-- ``(1) For adjustments to basis of property for amounts allowed as deductions as deferred expenses under subsection (b), see section 1016(a)(14). ``(2) For election of 10-year amortization of expenditures allowable as a deduction under subsection (a), see section 59(e).''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part VI of subchapter B of chapter 1 is amended by striking the item relating to section 174 and inserting the following new item: ``Sec. 174. Research and experimental expenditures''. (c) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 41(d)(1)(A) is amended by striking ``specified research or experimental expenditures under section 174'' and inserting ``expenses under section 174''. (2) Section 280C(c) is amended to read as follows: ``(c) Credit for Increasing Research Activities.-- ``(1) In general.--No deduction shall be allowed for that portion of the qualified research expenses (as defined in section 41(b)) or basic research expenses (as defined in section 41(e)(2)) otherwise allowable as a deduction for the taxable year which is equal to the amount of the credit determined for such taxable year under section 41(a). ``(2) Similar rule where taxpayer capitalizes rather than deducts expenses.--If-- ``(A) the amount of the credit determined for the taxable year under section 41(a)(1), exceeds ``(B) the amount allowable as a deduction for such taxable year for qualified research expenses or basic research expenses (determined without regard to paragraph (1)), the amount chargeable to capital account for the taxable year for such expenses shall be reduced by the amount of such excess. ``(3) Election of reduced credit.-- ``(A) In general.--In the case of any taxable year for which an election is made under this paragraph-- ``(i) paragraphs (1) and (2) shall not apply, and ``(ii) the amount of the credit under section 41(a) shall be the amount determined under subparagraph (B). ``(B) Amount of reduced credit.--The amount of credit determined under this subparagraph for any taxable year shall be the amount equal to the excess of-- ``(i) the amount of credit determined under section 41(a) without regard to this paragraph, over ``(ii) the product of-- ``(I) the amount described in clause (i), and ``(II) the rate of tax under section 11(b). ``(C) Election.--An election under this paragraph for any taxable year shall be made not later than the time for filing the return of tax for such year (including extensions), shall be made on such return, and shall be made in such manner as the Secretary may prescribe. Such an election, once made, shall be irrevocable. ``(4) Controlled groups.--Paragraph (3) of subsection (b) shall apply for purposes of this subsection.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to amounts paid or incurred in taxable years beginning after December 31, 2021. SEC. 3. EXPANDING REFUNDABLE RESEARCH CREDIT FOR NEW AND SMALL BUSINESSES. (a) Increasing Cap on Refundable Credit.-- (1) In general.--Subclause (I) of section 41(h)(4)(B)(i) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking ``$250,000'' and inserting ``the applicable amount''. (2) Applicable amount.--Subclause (II) of section 41(h)(4)(B)(i) of such Code is amended to read as follows: ``(II) Applicable amount.--For purposes of subclause (I), the applicable amount is-- ``(aa) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2022, and before January 1, 2024, $500,000, ``(bb) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2023, and before January 1, 2025, $525,000, ``(cc) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2024, and before January 1, 2026, $550,000, ``(dd) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2025, and before January 1, 2027, $575,000, ``(ee) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2026, and before January 1, 2028, $600,000, ``(ff) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2027, and before January 1, 2029, $625,000, ``(gg) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2028, and before January 1, 2030, $650,000, ``(hh) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2029, and before January 1, 2031, $675,000, ``(ii) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2030, and before January 1, 2032, $700,000, ``(jj) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2031, and before January 1, 2033, $725,000, and ``(kk) in the case of any taxable year beginning after December 31, 2032, $750,000.''. (3) Conforming amendments.-- (A) Clause (ii) of section 41(h)(5)(B) of such Code is amended by striking ``each of the $250,000 amounts'' and inserting ``the applicable amount''. (B) Section 3111(f) of such Code is amended-- (i) in paragraph (1)-- (I) by striking ``(applied without regard to subclause (II) thereof), and'' and inserting a period, (II) by striking subparagraph (B), and (III) by striking ``for a taxable year'' and all that follows through ``allowed as a credit'' and inserting ``for a taxable year, there shall be allowed as a credit'', (ii) in paragraph (2)-- (I) by striking ``paragraph (1)(A)'' and inserting ``paragraph (1)'', and (II) by striking ``, and the credit allowed by paragraph (1)(B) shall not exceed the tax imposed by subsection (b) for any calendar quarter,'', and (iii) in paragraph (4)-- (I) by striking ``credits'' and inserting ``credit'', and (II) by striking ``or (b)''. (b) Extension of Eligibility and Applicability of Election.-- (1) Startup date.--Subclause (II) of section 41(h)(3)(A)(i) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking ``5-taxable-year period'' and inserting ``8-taxable-year period''. (2) Extension of limitation on election.--Clause (ii) of section 41(h)(4)(B) of such Code is amended by striking ``5 or more'' and inserting ``8 or more''. (c) Gross Receipts Test.--Clause (i) of section 41(h)(3)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) by striking ``$5,000,000'' in subclause (I) and inserting ``$15,000,000'', and (2) by striking ``gross receipts'' in subclause (II) and inserting ``gross receipts in excess of $25,000''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2022. SEC. 4. INCREASING ACCESS TO THE RESEARCH CREDIT FOR STARTUPS. (a) In General.--Paragraph (4) of section 41(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rules for qualified small businesses.--In the case of a qualified small business (as defined in subsection (h)(3))-- ``(i) subparagraph (A) shall be applied by substituting `20 percent' for `14 percent', and ``(ii) if subparagraph (B) applies to such taxpayer, at the election of the taxpayer-- ``(I) subparagraph (B)(ii) shall be applied by substituting `10 percent' for `6 percent', or ``(II) in lieu of applying subparagraph (B), the average under subparagraph (A) shall be determined by disregarding any taxable year in the 3- year period described in such subparagraph in which there were no qualified research expenses.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S867
State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act
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<p><strong>State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act</strong></p> <p>This bill authorizes the Department of Justice to award grants to states and tribal governments for the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of firearms dealer licensing programs.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 867 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 867 To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Schatz (for himself, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Whitehouse, Ms. Hirono, Mr. Padilla, Mr. Casey, Mr. Reed, Ms. Duckworth, and Mr. Fetterman) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide for grants for State firearms dealer licensing programs, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``State Firearms Dealer Licensing Enhancement Act''. SEC. 2. STATE FIREARMS DEALER LICENSING GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Grant Program Authorized.--Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``PART PP--STATE FIREARMS DEALER LICENSING GRANT PROGRAM ``SEC. 3061. GRANT PROGRAM. ``(a) Program Authorized.--From the amounts appropriated to carry out this part, and not later than 180 days after such amounts are appropriated, the Attorney General may award annual grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible applicants for the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of firearms dealer licensing programs. ``(b) Application.--An eligible applicant desiring a grant under this part shall submit to the Attorney General an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Attorney General may require, including-- ``(1) a description of the law that the applicant has enacted to require a license for any firearms dealer, including a description of any exemptions to such law; ``(2) a description of how the applicant will use the grant to develop, implement, improve, or evaluate the firearms dealer licensing program of the applicant; and ``(3) a description of the inspection bodies and procedures of the applicant used to inspect firearms dealers. ``(c) Subawards.--A State that receives a grant under this part may make a subaward to a unit of local government authorized to oversee and enforce the development, implementation, improvement, or evaluation of the firearms dealer licensing program for which the grant under this part will be used. ``(d) Reporting Requirement.-- ``(1) Annual reports by recipients.--An eligible applicant that receives a grant under this part shall provide an annual report to the Attorney General with the following information: ``(A) The number of inspections conducted in the jurisdiction of the eligible applicant of persons licensed as a firearms dealer by the eligible applicant during the previous year. ``(B) The number of violations by persons licensed as a firearms dealer by the eligible applicant that were cited during the previous year, disaggregated by violation type. ``(C) The total number of persons licensed as a firearms dealer by the eligible applicant as of the end of the previous year. ``(D) The number of licenses to engage in business as a firearms dealer in the jurisdiction of the eligible applicant that, during the previous year, were-- ``(i) issued; ``(ii) renewed; ``(iii) suspended; or ``(iv) revoked. ``(2) To congress.--Not later than 13 months after the first grants are awarded under this part, and every year thereafter, the Attorney General shall submit to Congress and make available publicly through print and electronic means a report, which shall include the following information: ``(A) A list of eligible applicants who received funds under a grant under this part during the previous fiscal year, including the funds awarded, cumulatively and disaggregated by grantee. ``(B) The information gathered pursuant to paragraph (1), disaggregated by grantee. ``(C) A list of eligible applicants who were denied grants under this part, and the basis for such denials. ``(e) Limitation on Grant Amount.--A grant under this part may not be in an amount that is more than $2,500,000 per fiscal year. ``SEC. 3062. DEFINITIONS. ``In this part: ``(1) Eligible applicant.--The term `eligible applicant' means a State or Indian tribal government that has in effect a law that, at a minimum, requires the following: ``(A) To engage in business as a firearms dealer in the area subject to the jurisdiction of the State or Indian tribal government, a person shall be a licensed dealer and be licensed as a firearms dealer under such law. ``(B) A person shall only be licensed as a firearms dealer under such law upon successful completion of the application process set by such law. ``(C) A license to engage in business as a firearms dealer shall be valid for not more than 3 years. ``(D) A person licensed as a firearms dealer shall submit to inspections under the law of the State or Indian tribal government. ``(E) Noncompliance of a person licensed as a firearms dealer with a requirement for firearms dealers under the law of the State or Indian tribal government may result in-- ``(i) the suspension or revocation of the license; and ``(ii) the imposition of civil penalties or criminal charges. ``(2) Licensed dealer.--The term `licensed dealer' has the meaning given that term in section 921(a) of title 18, United States Code.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 1001(a) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10261(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(29) There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year to carry out part PP.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
[ "Crime and Law Enforcement", "Congressional oversight", "Firearms and explosives", "Government information and archives", "Intergovernmental relations", "Licensing and registrations", "State and local government operations" ]
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118S868
Defending Our Defenders Act
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<p><strong>Defending Our Defenders Act</strong></p> <p>This bill establishes federal criminal offenses involving the murder of federal, state, or local law enforcement officers. Violators are subject to life in prison or death. </p> <p>The bill sets forth aggravating factors (e.g., intent to ambush or prior history of promoting violence against a law enforcement officer) to be considered in determining whether to impose the death penalty.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 868 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 868 To amend title 18, United States Code, to make the murder of a Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison or death. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Cotton introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to make the murder of a Federal, State, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison or death. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Defending Our Defenders Act''. SEC. 2. MURDER OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS. (a) In General.--Chapter 51 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 1123. Murder of law enforcement officers ``(a) Federal Law Enforcement Officers.--In the case of an individual who commits an offense described in section 1111 and the victim of the offense is a Federal law enforcement officer (as defined in section 2 of the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of 2008 (34 U.S.C. 50301)) acting in the course of the official duties of the officer, the individual shall be punished by death or by imprisonment for life. ``(b) State and Local Law Enforcement Officers.--In the case of an individual who travels in interstate or foreign commerce or uses any facility of interstate or foreign commerce, including the mail, telephone, radio, or television, with the intent to commit an offense described in section 1111 or who uses a weapon or instrument that has traveled in interstate or foreign commerce to commit said offense, and the victim of the offense is a State or local law enforcement officer (as defined in section 2 of the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of 2008 (34 U.S.C. 50301)) acting in the course of the official duties of the officer, the individual shall be punished by death or by imprisonment for life. ``(c) Aggravating Factors.--In determining whether a sentence of death is to be imposed on a defendant convicted of an offense described in subsection (a) or (b), the jury, or if there is no jury, the court, shall consider, in addition to the factors described in section 3592(c), each of the following aggravating factors for which notice has been given and determine which, if any, exist: ``(1) Intent to ambush.--The defendant committed the offense by an act of ambush. ``(2) Prior statements advocating for or promoting violence against law enforcement officers.--The defendant has a prior history of advocating for or promoting acts of violence, including murder or assault, against a law enforcement officer. ``(3) Participation in or affiliation with anarchist or other violence promoting organization.--The defendant is a member of or affiliated with any organization that the Attorney General or other high ranking law enforcement official has determined to be an anarchist organization, a domestic terrorist organization, or any other organization or group that actively promotes violence or the overthrow of the Federal Government. ``(4) Occurrence during organized anti-law enforcement officer activity.--The offense was committed during a time and in a place when there was active organized activity against or targeting law enforcement officers. ``(5) Attempt to prevent lawful execution of law enforcement duties.--The defendant committed the offense in attempt to evade or otherwise prevent the law enforcement officer from carrying out a lawful arrest or other lawful authorized law enforcement activity. ``(6) Prior threats.--The defendant has personally made prior threats of violence against a law enforcement officer. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed as-- ``(1) indicating an intent on the part of Congress to prevent any State, any possession or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia, from exercising jurisdiction over any offense over which the State, possession, Commonwealth, or District of Columbia would have jurisdiction in the absence of this section; or ``(2) depriving State and local law enforcement agencies of responsibility for prosecuting acts that may be violations of this section and that are violations of State or local law.''. (b) Table of Sections.--The table of sections for chapter 51 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1122 the following: ``1123. Murder of law enforcement officers.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S869
CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 869 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 869 To amend the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 to reauthorize and improve the community development financial institutions bond guarantee program, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Ms. Smith (for herself, Mr. Rounds, Ms. Lummis, Mr. Daines, Mr. Moran, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Menendez, and Mr. Warner) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 to reauthorize and improve the community development financial institutions bond guarantee program, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that the authority to guarantee bonds under section 114A of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4713a) (commonly referred to as the ``CDFI Bond Guarantee Program'') provides community development financial institutions with a sustainable source of long-term capital and furthers the mission of the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (established under section 104(a) of such Act (12 U.S.C. 4703(a)) to increase economic opportunity and promote community development investments for underserved populations and distressed communities in the United States. SEC. 3. GUARANTEES FOR BONDS AND NOTES ISSUED FOR COMMUNITY OR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES. (a) In General.--Section 114A of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4713a) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(2), by striking ``, multiplied by an amount equal to the outstanding principal balance of issued notes or bonds''; (2) by amending subsection (e)(2) to read as follows: ``(2) Limitation on guarantee amount.--The Secretary may not guarantee any amount under the program equal to less than $25,000,000, but the total of all such guarantees in any fiscal year may not exceed $1,000,000,000.''; and (3) in subsection (k), by striking ``September 30, 2014'' and inserting ``the date that is 4 years after the date of enactment of the CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act of 2023''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994 (Public Law 103-315; 108 Stat. 2160) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 114 the following: ``Sec. 114A. Guarantees for bonds and notes issued for community or economic development purposes.''. SEC. 4. REPORT ON THE CDFI BOND GUARANTEE PROGRAM. Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and not later than 3 years after such date of enactment, the Secretary of the Treasury shall issue a report to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives on the effectiveness of the CDFI bond guarantee program established under section 114A of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4713a). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S87
EPIC Act
[ [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "sponsor" ], [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>End Pensions in Congress Act or the EPIC Act</b></p> <p>This bill excludes future Members of Congress from the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) and requires Members currently enrolled in FERS or the Civil Service Retirement System to opt in to continue their enrollment.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 87 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 87 To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for the termination of certain retirement benefits for Members of Congress, except the right to continue participating in the Thrift Savings Plan, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for the termination of certain retirement benefits for Members of Congress, except the right to continue participating in the Thrift Savings Plan, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``End Pensions in Congress Act'' or the ``EPIC Act''. SEC. 2. AMENDMENTS RELATING TO THE CIVIL SERVICE RETIREMENT SYSTEM. (a) In General.--Subchapter III of chapter 83 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 8335 the following: ``Sec. 8335A. Termination of further retirement coverage of Members of Congress ``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter and subject to subsection (f), effective as of the date of enactment of this section-- ``(1) a Member shall not be subject to this subchapter for any further period of time; and ``(2) no further Government contributions or deductions from basic pay may be made with respect to such Member for deposit in the Treasury of the United States to the credit of the Fund. ``(b) Prior Rights Not Affected.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be considered to nullify, modify, or otherwise affect any right, entitlement, or benefit under this subchapter of any Member with respect to any period before the date of enactment of this section. ``(c) Right To Participate in Thrift Savings Plan Not Affected.-- Nothing in subsection (a) shall affect the eligibility of a Member to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan in accordance with otherwise applicable provisions of law. ``(d) Regulations.--Any regulations necessary to carry out this section may-- ``(1) except with respect to matters under paragraph (2), be prescribed by the Director; and ``(2) with respect to matters relating to the Thrift Savings Plan, be prescribed by the Executive Director (as defined under section 8401). ``(e) Exclusion.--For purposes of this section, the term `Member' does not include the Vice President. ``(f) Opt-In.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, a Member covered by this subchapter as of such date of enactment may elect, by giving notice in writing to the official that disburses the pay of such Member, to remain subject to this subchapter.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 83 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 8335 the following: ``8335A. Termination of further retirement coverage of Members of Congress.''. SEC. 3. AMENDMENTS RELATING TO THE FEDERAL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM. (a) In General.--Subchapter II of chapter 84 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 8425 the following: ``Sec. 8426. Termination of further retirement coverage of Members of Congress ``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, effective as of the date of enactment of this section-- ``(1) in the case of an individual who first becomes a Member before such date of enactment, subject to subsection (f)-- ``(A) such Member shall not be subject to this chapter for any further period of time after such date of enactment; and ``(B) no further Government contributions or deductions from basic pay may be made with respect to such Member for deposit in the Treasury of the United States to the credit of the Fund; and ``(2) in the case of an individual who first becomes a Member on or after such date of enactment-- ``(A) such Member shall not be subject to this chapter; and ``(B) no Government contributions or deductions from basic pay may be made with respect to such Member for deposit in the Treasury of the United States to the credit of the Fund. ``(b) Prior Rights Not Affected.--Nothing in subsection (a) shall be considered to nullify, modify, or otherwise affect any right, entitlement, or benefit under this chapter of any Member with respect to any period before the date of enactment of this section. ``(c) Right To Participate in Thrift Savings Plan Not Affected.-- Nothing in subsection (a) shall affect the eligibility of a Member to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan in accordance with otherwise applicable provisions of law. ``(d) Regulations.-- ``(1) In general.--Any regulations necessary to carry out this section may-- ``(A) except with respect to matters under subparagraph (B), be prescribed by the Director; and ``(B) with respect to matters relating to the Thrift Savings Plan, be prescribed by the Executive Director. ``(2) Refunds.--Notwithstanding subsection (b), the regulations under paragraph (1)(A) shall, in the case of a Member who has not completed at least 5 years of civilian service creditable under section 8411 as of the date of enactment of this section, provide that the lump-sum credit shall be payable to such Member to the same extent and in the same manner as if such Member satisfied paragraphs (1) through (4) of section 8424(a) as of such date of enactment. ``(e) Exclusions.--For purposes of this section, the term `Member' does not include the Vice President. ``(f) Opt-In for Members.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, a Member covered by this chapter as of such date may elect, by giving notice in writing to the official that disburses the pay of such Member, to remain subject to this chapter.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 84 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 8425 the following: ``8426. Termination of further retirement coverage of Members of Congress.''. SEC. 4. CONFORMING AMENDMENT TO TSP. Section 8431(a) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``except as provided in section 8335A(c) and section 8426(c),'' after ``subchapter,''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S870
Fire Grants and Safety Act
[ [ "P000595", "Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]", "sponsor" ], [ "C001035", "Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]", "cosponsor" ], [ "M001153", "Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C000174", "Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001088", "Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]", "cosponsor" ], [ "M000934", "Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001236", "Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]", "cosponsor" ], [ "H001046", "Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]", "cosponsor" ], [ "R000605", "Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]", "cosponsor" ], [ "K000383", "Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]", "cosponsor" ], [ "S001198", "Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000464", "Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "S001191", "Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>Fire Grants and Safety Act</strong></p> <p>This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the U.S. Fire Administration, the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program, and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant Program.</p> <p>The Government Accountability Office must conduct an audit of and issue a publicly available report on</p> <ul> <li> barriers that prevent fire departments from accessing federal funds, and </li> <li>the U.S. Fire Administration.</li> </ul> <p>The bill makes the government of China, and any entity or organization operating or incorporated in China, ineligible to be a recipient or subrecipient of federal assistance under such programs.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 870 Placed on Calendar Senate (PCS)] &lt;DOC&gt; Calendar No. 28 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 870 To amend the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for the United States Fire Administration and firefighter assistance grant programs. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Peters (for himself, Ms. Collins, Ms. Murkowski, and Mr. Carper) introduced the following bill; which was read the first time March 21, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for the United States Fire Administration and firefighter assistance grant programs. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Fire Grants and Safety Act''. SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE UNITED STATES FIRE ADMINISTRATION. Section 17(g)(1) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2216(g)(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (L), by striking ``and''; (2) in subparagraph (M)-- (A) by striking ``for for'' and inserting ``for''; and (B) by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(N) $95,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2030, of which $3,420,000 for each such fiscal year shall be used to carry out section 8(f).''. SEC. 3. REAUTHORIZATION OF ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANTS PROGRAM AND THE FIRE PREVENTION AND SAFETY GRANTS PROGRAM. (a) Sunset.--Section 33(r) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2229(r)) is amended by striking ``2024'' and inserting ``2032''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 33(q)(1)(B) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2229(q)(1)(B)) is amended, in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``2023'' and inserting ``2030''. SEC. 4. REAUTHORIZATION OF STAFFING FOR ADEQUATE FIRE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Sunset.--Section 34(k) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2229a(k)) is amended by striking ``2024'' and inserting ``2032''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 34(j)(1)(I) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2229a(j)(1)(I)) is amended, in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``2023'' and inserting ``2030''. SEC. 5. GAO AUDIT AND REPORT. Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an audit of and issue a publicly available report on barriers that prevent fire departments from accessing Federal funds. SEC. 6. LIMITATION ON FIRE GRANT FUNDS. Neither the Government of the People's Republic of China, nor any entity or organization operating or incorporated in the People's Republic of China, may be eligible to be a recipient or subrecipient of Federal assistance under any assistance program authorized under subsection (c) or (d) of section 33 or section 34(a) of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 (15 U.S.C. 2229, 2229a). SEC. 7. GAO AUDIT. Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an audit of and issue a publicly available report on the United States Fire Administration. Calendar No. 28 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 870 _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for the United States Fire Administration and firefighter assistance grant programs. _______________________________________________________________________ March 21, 2023 Read the second time and placed on the calendar </pre></body></html>
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118S871
A bill to amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes.
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<p><strong></strong>This bill reauthorizes through FY2029 certain activities under the Impact Aid Program. The program provides funding to local educational agencies that have lost property tax revenue due to the presence of tax-exempt federal property or to those that have experienced increased expenditures due to enrollment of federally connected children (e.g., children living on Indian lands or military bases).</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 871 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 871 To amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Lujan (for himself, Mr. Tillis, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Mullin, Mr. Durbin, and Mr. Cornyn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to advance toward full Federal funding for impact aid, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. AMENDMENT TO ESEA. Section 7014 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7714) is amended by striking subsections (a) through (d) and inserting the following: ``(a) Payments for Federal Acquisition of Real Property.--For the purpose of making payments under section 7002, there are authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $90,313,000 for fiscal year 2024; ``(2) $102,313,000 for fiscal year 2025; ``(3) $114,313,000 for fiscal year 2026; ``(4) $126,313,000 for fiscal year 2027; ``(5) $138,313,000 for fiscal year 2028; and ``(6) $150,313,000 for fiscal year 2029. ``(b) Basic Payments; Payments for Heavily Impacted Local Educational Agencies.--For the purpose of making payments under section 7003(b), there are authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $1,632,476,041 for fiscal year 2024; ``(2) $1,796,710,082 for fiscal year 2025; ``(3) $1,960,944,123 for fiscal year 2026; ``(4) $2,125,178,164 for fiscal year 2027; ``(5) $2,289,412,205 for fiscal year 2028; and ``(6) $2,453,646,246 for fiscal year 2029. ``(c) Payments for Children With Disabilities.--For the purpose of making payments under section 7003(d), there are authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $60,316,000 for fiscal year 2024; ``(2) $72,316,000 for fiscal year 2025; ``(3) $84,316,000 for fiscal year 2026; ``(4) $96,316,000 for fiscal year 2027; ``(5) $108,316,000 for fiscal year 2028; and ``(6) $120,316,000 for fiscal year 2029. ``(d) Construction.--For the purpose of carrying out section 7007, there are authorized to be appropriated-- ``(1) $22,906,000 for fiscal year 2024; ``(2) $27,406,000 for fiscal year 2025; ``(3) $31,906,000 for fiscal year 2026; ``(4) $36,406,000 for fiscal year 2027; ``(5) $40,906,000 for fiscal year 2028; and ``(6) $45,406,000 for fiscal year 2029.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S872
SAFETY on Social Media Act of 2023
[ [ "C001095", "Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 872 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 872 To identify social media entities under the influence of certain foreign entities and to take measures to protect the United States from such entities, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Cotton introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To identify social media entities under the influence of certain foreign entities and to take measures to protect the United States from such entities, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stopping Attempts by Foreign Entities to Target Youths on Social Media Act Act of 2023'' or the ``SAFETY on Social Media Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) App.--The term ``app'' means a software application or electronic service that may be run or directed by a user on a computer, a mobile device, or any other general purpose computing device. (2) App store.--The term ``app store'' means a publicly available website, software application, or other electronic service that distributes apps from third-party developers to users of a computer, a mobile device, or any other general purpose computing device. (3) Covered nation.--The term ``covered nation'' has the meaning given that term in section 4872 of title 10, United States Code. (4) Foreign entity of concern.--The term ``foreign entity of concern'' means-- (A) the government, Armed Forces, or ruling party of a covered nation; (B) any entity that is owned or controlled, directly or indirectly, by the government, Armed Forces, or ruling party of a covered nation; (C) any entity that is organized under the laws of, or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of, the government of a covered nation; or (D) any entity acting on behalf of an entity described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C). (5) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means any individual or entity that is not a United States person. (6) Social media entity.--The term ``social media entity'' means any entity that-- (A) owns or operates, directly or indirectly, an app or website, the primary or sole purpose of which is not-- (i) to conduct commercial transactions; (ii) to make video games available for play by users; (iii) to report news; or (iv) to provide other kinds of information concerning businesses, products, or travel information; and (B) allows users of the app or website to publish and distribute to the public or to other users text, images, videos, and other forms of media content. (7) United states person.--The term ``United States person'' means-- (A) a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States; or (B) an entity organized under the laws of the United States or of any jurisdiction within the United States, including a foreign branch of such an entity. SEC. 3. LIST OF UNTRUSTWORTHY APPLICATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA ENTITIES. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the President shall publish and submit to Congress a list of untrustworthy applications and social media entities (in this Act referred to as the ``List''), which shall include all entities that meet the criteria described in subsection (b). (b) Criteria for List.--The President shall include on the List any social media entity that-- (1) is a foreign person; (2) owns or controls, is directly or indirectly owned or controlled by, or is under common ownership or control with a foreign entity of concern; (3)(A) as a result of the influence of a foreign entity of concern-- (i) has altered the content of an app or website owned or operated by the social media entity to comply with the request of, or to advance the interests of, a foreign entity of concern; or (ii) has shared the data of United States persons with a foreign entity of concern; or (B) may be compelled by a foreign entity of concern-- (i) to alter the content of an app or website owned or operated by the social media entity; or (ii) to share the data of United States persons with a foreign entity of concern; and (4) had, in at least one month in the 12-month period preceding submission of the report, more than-- (A) 1,000,000 active monthly users; or (B) 1,000,000 downloads. SEC. 4. BLOCKING OF PROPERTY OF LISTED ENTITIES. (a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after each publication of the List under section 3, the President shall exercise all of the powers granted to the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to the extent necessary to block and prohibit all transactions in property and interests in property of each entity on the List if such property and interests in property are in the United States, come within the United States, or are or come within the possession or control of a United States person. (b) Inapplicability of Certain IEEPA Provisions.--For purposes of subsection (a), the following provisions of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) shall not apply: (1) The requirement under section 202(b) (50 U.S.C. 1701(b)) to declare a national emergency. (2) The exceptions under section 203(b) of that Act (50 U.S.C. 1702(b)). (c) Implementation; Penalties.-- (1) Implementation.--The President may exercise the authorities provided to the President under sections 203 and 205 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1702 and 1704) to the extent necessary to carry out this section. (2) Penalties.--A person that violates, attempts to violate, conspires to violate, or causes a violation of subsection (a) or any regulation, license, or order issued to carry out that subsection shall be subject to the penalties set forth in subsections (b) and (c) of section 206 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1705) to the same extent as a person that commits an unlawful act described in subsection (a) of that section. SEC. 5. HALTING OPERATIONS OF LISTED ENTITIES. (a) Removal From App Stores.--After the first publication of the List under section 3 and not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Communications Commission (referred to in this section as the ``Commission'') shall prescribe a rule prohibiting any entity that owns, controls, or operates an app store in the United States from carrying or supporting in the app store in the United States an app or website owned or operated by a social media entity that is on the List. (b) Internet Service Providers.-- (1) In general.--After the first publication of the List under section 3 and not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall prescribe a rule requiring each internet service provider to ensure that the internet service of the provider cannot be used to access the website of any social media entity on the List. (2) Liability protection.--An internet service provider shall not be liable under the rule prescribed under paragraph (1) for access to the website of a social media entity on the List that is obtained through the use of a virtual private network. (c) Enforcement.--The Commission may impose a forfeiture penalty under section 503 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 503) on any person who violates a rule prescribed under this section. (d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed to give the Commission the authority to carry out any action under subsection (a) or (b) with respect to any entity that is not on the List. SEC. 6. COUNTERMEASURES AGAINST EMPLOYEES OF LISTED ENTITIES. (a) Visa Ineligibility.--Beginning on the date that is 30 days after an entity is first included on the List-- (1) any foreign person employed by such entity on or after such date of first inclusion who is a national of a covered nation-- (A) shall be permanently ineligible to be issued or to retain a nonimmigrant visa under section 101(a)(15)(H)(i)(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(H)(i)(b)); and (B) shall be ineligible to be issued or to retain any other visa authorizing entry into the United States until the date that is 3 years after the date on which-- (i) such foreign person terminates his or her employment with such entity; or (ii) such entity is removed from the List; and (2) any foreign person employed by such entity on or after such date of first inclusion who is not a national of a covered nation shall be ineligible to be issued or to retain any visa authorizing entry into the United States until the date that is 3 years after the date on which-- (A) such foreign person terminates his or her employment with such entity; or (B) such entity is removed from the List. (b) Foreign Agent Registration Required.-- (1) Registration.--Section 1(b) of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 611(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) an entity on the list of untrustworthy applications and social media entities under section 3 of the Stopping Attempts by Foreign Entities to Target Youths on Social Media Act Act of 2023.''. (2) Cessation of employment.--Section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(e) Agents of Entities Listed in the Untrustworthy Applications and Social Media Entities List.--Any individual who ceases employment as an agent of a foreign principal that is an entity on the list of untrustworthy applications and social media entities under section 3 of the Stopping Attempts by Foreign Entities to Target Youths on Social Media Act Act of 2023 shall, during the 2-year period beginning on the date on which the individual ceases such employment with the foreign principal-- ``(1) continue to register as an agent of a foreign principal; and ``(2) be subject to the penalties under section 8 of this Act.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S873
America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023
[ [ "M001183", "Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001261", "Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 873 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 873 To improve recreation opportunities on, and facilitate greater access to, Federal public land, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Manchin (for himself and Mr. Barrasso) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To improve recreation opportunities on, and facilitate greater access to, Federal public land, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023''. (b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Definitions. TITLE I--OUTDOOR RECREATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE Subtitle A--Declaration of Policy Sec. 111. Congressional declaration of policy. Subtitle B--Public Recreation on Federal Recreational Lands and Waters Sec. 121. Biking on long-distance bike trails. Sec. 122. Forest Service climbing guidance. Sec. 123. Target shooting ranges. Subtitle C--Improving Recreation Infrastructure Sec. 131. Broadband internet connectivity at developed recreation sites. Sec. 132. Extension of seasonal recreation opportunities. Sec. 133. Gateway communities. Sec. 134. Parking opportunities for Federal recreational lands and waters. Sec. 135. Travel management. Sec. 136. Public-private partnerships to modernize federally owned campgrounds, resorts, cabins, and visitor centers on Federal recreational lands and waters. Sec. 137. Forest Service pay-for-performance projects. Subtitle D--Engagement Sec. 141. Identifying opportunities for recreation. Sec. 142. Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation. Sec. 143. Informing the public of access closures. Sec. 144. Improved recreation visitation data. Sec. 145. Monitoring for improved recreation decision making. Sec. 146. Access for servicemembers and veterans. Sec. 147. Increasing youth recreation visits to Federal land. TITLE II--AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL LANDS RECREATION ENHANCEMENT ACT Sec. 201. Short title. Sec. 202. Definitions. Sec. 203. Special recreation permits and fees. Sec. 204. Online collection of certain recreation fees. Sec. 205. Online purchases and establishment of a digital version of America the Beautiful--the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes. Sec. 206. Availability of Federal, State, and local recreation passes. Sec. 207. Use of special recreation permit fee revenue. Sec. 208. Permanent authorization. TITLE III--SPECIAL RECREATION PERMITS FOR OUTFITTING AND GUIDING Subtitle A--Administration of Special Recreation Permits for Outfitting and Guiding Sec. 311. Permit administration. Sec. 312. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management transitional special recreation permits for outfitting and guiding. Sec. 313. Surrender of unused visitor-use days. Sec. 314. Reviews for transitional permits and long-term permits. Sec. 315. Adjustment of allocated visitor-use days. Subtitle B--Additional Provisions Relating to Special Recreation Permits Sec. 321. Permitting process improvements. Sec. 322. Service First Initiative and multijurisdictional trips. Sec. 323. Permit flexibility. Sec. 324. Liability. Sec. 325. Cost recovery reform. Sec. 326. Permit relief for picnic areas. Sec. 327. Interagency report on special recreation permits for underserved communities. Subtitle C--Effect Sec. 331. Effect. TITLE IV--MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Sec. 401. Filming and still photography within the National Park System and on other Federal land. Sec. 402. Volunteer enhancement program. Sec. 403. Cape and antler preservation enhancement. Sec. 404. Federal land and water aquatic resource activities assistance. Sec. 405. Amendments to the Modernizing Access to Our Public Land Act. Sec. 406. Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program. Sec. 407. Recreation budget crosscut. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commercial use authorization.--The term ``commercial use authorization'' means a commercial use authorization to provide services to visitors to units of the National Park System under subchapter II of chapter 1019 of title 54, United States Code. (2) Federal land management agency.--The term ``Federal land management agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801). (3) Federal recreational lands and waters.--The term ``Federal recreational lands and waters'' has the meaning given the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801). (4) Indian tribe.--The term ``Indian Tribe'' has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self- Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304). (5) Recreation service provider.--The term ``recreation service provider'' has the meaning given the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(9)). (6) Secretaries.--The term ``Secretaries'' means each of-- (A) the Secretary; and (B) the Secretary of Agriculture. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. (8) Secretary concerned.--The term ``Secretary concerned'' means-- (A) the Secretary, with respect to land under the jurisdiction of the Secretary; or (B) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to land managed by the Forest Service. (9) Special recreation permit.--The term ``special recreation permit'' has the meaning given the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)). (10) Visitor-use day.--The term ``visitor-use day'' means a visitor-use day, user day, launch, or other metric used by the Secretary concerned for purposes of authorizing use under a special recreation permit. TITLE I--OUTDOOR RECREATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE Subtitle A--Declaration of Policy SEC. 111. CONGRESSIONAL DECLARATION OF POLICY. Congress declares that it is the policy of the Federal Government to foster and encourage recreation on Federal recreational lands and waters, to the extent consistent with the laws applicable to specific areas of Federal recreational lands and waters, including multiple-use mandates and land management planning requirements. Subtitle B--Public Recreation on Federal Recreational Lands and Waters SEC. 121. BIKING ON LONG-DISTANCE BIKE TRAILS. (a) Definition of Long-Distance Bike Trail.--In this section, the term ``long-distance bike trail'' means a continuous route, consisting of 1 or more trails or rights-of-way, that-- (1) is not less than a total of 80 miles in length on Federal recreational lands and waters; (2) to the maximum extent practicable, makes use of existing trails; (3) is composed generally of a consistent type of trail; (4) may be used for mountain biking, bikepacking, road biking, bicycle touring, or gravel biking; and (5) may include short connections by way of a road or highway. (b) Long-Distance Bike Trails on Federal Recreational Lands and Waters.-- (1) Identification of long-distance bike trails.--Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretaries shall-- (A) identify not fewer than 10 long-distance bike trails, consistent with management requirements for the Federal recreational lands and waters identified, that make use of trails and roads in existence on the date of enactment of this Act; and (B)(i) identify not fewer than 10 areas in which there is an opportunity to develop or complete long- distance bike trails, consistent with the management requirements for the Federal recreational lands and waters identified; (ii) coordinate with stakeholders on the feasibility of, and identifying any resources necessary for, completing the development of the trails identified under clause (i); and (iii) incorporate existing applicable research and planning decisions in carrying out this section. (2) Conflict avoidance with other uses.--Before identifying a trail or road as a long-distance bike trail under paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall ensure that the identification of the long-distance bike trail would not conflict with an existing use of the trail or road, including horseback riding or use by pack and saddle stock. (3) Maps, signage, and promotional materials.--For any long-distance bike trail identified under paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned may publish and distribute maps, install signage, and issue promotional materials. (4) Geographic representation.--To the extent practicable, the Secretary concerned shall seek to identify long-distance bike trails and areas for the development or completion of long-distance bike trails under paragraph (1) in a geographically equitable manner. (5) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries, in partnership with interested organizations, shall prepare and publish a report that lists the long-distance bike trails identified under paragraph (1). SEC. 122. FOREST SERVICE CLIMBING GUIDANCE. (a) Climbing Guidance in Wilderness.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall issue guidance relating to climbing management for National Forest System land, including in designated wilderness areas on National Forest System land, pursuant to the joint explanatory statement for division G (relating to the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2021) described in section 4 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260; 134 Stat. 1185), that recognizes the appropriateness of the allowable activities described in paragraph (2) in the designated wilderness areas, if the allowable activities are carried out in accordance with-- (A) the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.); (B) other applicable laws (including regulations); and (C) any terms and conditions that are determined to be necessary by the Secretary of Agriculture. (2) Allowable activities.--The allowable activities referred to in paragraph (1) are-- (A) recreational climbing; (B) the placement, use, and maintenance of fixed anchors; and (C) the use of other equipment necessary for recreational climbing. (b) Public Notice and Comment.--Before finalizing guidance relating to climbing management under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary of Agriculture shall provide to the public notice and an opportunity to comment regarding the proposed guidance. SEC. 123. TARGET SHOOTING RANGES. (a) Definition of Target Shooting Range.--In this section, the term ``target shooting range'' means a developed and managed area that is authorized or operated by the Forest Service or the Bureau of Land Management specifically for the purposeful discharge by the public of legal firearms, firearms training, archery, or other associated activities. (b) Assessing, Identifying, and Establishing Target Shooting Range Locations.-- (1) Assessment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall make available to the public a list that-- (A) identifies each National Forest and each Bureau of Land Management district that has a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph (3)(B); (B) identifies each National Forest and each Bureau of Land Management district that does not have a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph (3)(B); and (C) for each National Forest and each Bureau of Land Management district identified under subparagraph (B), provides a determination of whether applicable law or the applicable land use plan prevents the establishment of a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph (3)(B). (2) Identification of target shooting range locations.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall identify at least 1 suitable location for a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in paragraph (3)(B) within each National Forest and each Bureau of Land Management district with respect to which the Secretary concerned has determined under paragraph (1)(C) that the establishment of a target shooting range is not prevented by applicable law or the applicable land use plan. (B) Requirements.--The Secretaries, in consultation with the entities described in subsection (d), shall, for purposes of identifying a suitable location for a target shooting range under subparagraph (A)-- (i) consider the proximity of areas frequently used by recreational shooters; (ii) ensure that the target shooting range would not adversely impact a shooting range operated or maintained by a non-Federal entity, including a shooting range located on private land; and (iii) consider other nearby recreational uses to minimize potential conflict. (3) Establishment of new target shooting ranges.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, at 1 or more suitable locations identified on each eligible National Forest and each Bureau of Land Management district under paragraph (2)(A), the Secretary concerned shall-- (i) subject to the availability of appropriations, construct a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (B) or modify an existing target shooting range to meet the requirements described in subparagraph (B); or (ii) enter into an agreement with an entity described in subsection (d)(1), under which the entity shall establish or maintain a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (B). (B) Requirements.--A target shooting range established under this paragraph-- (i)(I) shall be able to accommodate rifles, pistols, and shotguns; and (II) may accommodate archery; (ii) shall include appropriate public safety designs and features, including-- (I) significantly modified landscapes, including berms, buffer distances, or other public safety designs or features; (II) a designated firing line; and (III) benches; (iii) may include-- (I) shade structures; (II) trash containers; (III) restrooms; and (IV) any other features that the Secretary concerned determines to be necessary; and (iv) may not require a user to pay a fee to use the target shooting range. (C) Recreation and public purposes act.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the Secretary concerned may consider a target shooting range that is located on land transferred pursuant to the Act of June 14, 1926 (commonly known as the ``Recreation and Public Purposes Act'') (44 Stat. 741, chapter 578; 43 U.S.C. 869 et seq.), as a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (B). (c) Restrictions.-- (1) Management.--The management of a target shooting range shall be subject to such conditions as the Secretary concerned determines are necessary for the safe, responsible use of-- (A) the target shooting range; and (B) the adjacent land and resources. (2) Closures.--Except in emergency situations for reasons of public safety, the Secretary concerned shall seek to ensure that a target shooting range that meets the requirements described in subsection (b)(3)(B), or an equivalent shooting range adjacent to a National Forest or Bureau of Land Management district, is available to the public prior to closing Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Chief of the Forest Service or the Director of the Bureau of Land Management to recreational shooting, in accordance with section 4103 of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act (16 U.S.C. 7913). (d) Consultations.-- (1) In general.--In carrying out this section, the Secretaries shall consult with interested parties, as applicable, including-- (A) local and Tribal governments; (B) nonprofit or nongovernmental organizations, including organizations that are signatories to the memorandum of understanding entitled ``Federal Lands Hunting, Fishing, and Shooting Sports Roundtable Memorandum of Understanding'' and signed by the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management on August 17, 2006; (C) State fish and wildlife agencies; (D) shooting clubs; (E) Federal advisory councils relating to hunting and shooting sports; (F) individuals or entities with authorized leases or permits in an area under consideration for a target shooting range; (G) State and local offices of outdoor recreation; (H) State and local public safety agencies; (I) adjacent landowners; and (J) the public. (2) Partnerships.--The Secretaries may-- (A) coordinate with an entity described in paragraph (1) to assist with the construction, modification, operation, or maintenance of a target shooting range; and (B) explore opportunities to leverage funding to maximize non-Federal investment in the construction, modification, operation, or maintenance of a target shooting range. (e) Annual Reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and annually thereafter through fiscal year 2033, the Secretaries shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing the progress made with respect to the implementation of this section. (f) Savings Clause.--Nothing in this section affects the authority of the Secretary concerned to administer a target shooting range that is in addition to the target shooting ranges that meet the requirements described in (b)(3)(B) on Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Secretary concerned. Subtitle C--Improving Recreation Infrastructure SEC. 131. BROADBAND INTERNET CONNECTIVITY AT DEVELOPED RECREATION SITES. (a) In General.--The Secretary and the Chief of the Forest Service shall enter into an agreement with the Secretary of Commerce to foster the installation or construction of broadband internet infrastructure at developed recreation sites on Federal recreational lands and waters to establish broadband internet connectivity-- (1) subject to the availability of appropriations; and (2) in accordance with applicable law. (b) Identification.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter through fiscal year 2033, the Secretary and the Chief of the Forest Service, in coordination with States and local communities, shall make publicly available-- (1) a list of the highest priority developed recreation sites, as determined under subsection (c), on Federal recreational lands and waters that lack broadband internet; (2) an estimate of-- (A) the cost to equip each of those sites with broadband internet infrastructure; and (B) the annual cost to operate that infrastructure; and (3) a list of potential-- (A) barriers to operating the infrastructure described in paragraph (2)(A); and (B) methods to recover the costs of that operation. (c) Priorities.--In selecting developed recreation sites for the list described in subsection (b)(1), the Secretary and the Chief of the Forest Service shall give priority to developed recreation sites-- (1) at which broadband internet infrastructure has not been constructed due to-- (A) geographic challenges; or (B) the location having an insufficient number of nearby permanent residents, despite high seasonal or daily visitation levels; or (2) that are located in an economically distressed county that could benefit significantly from developing the outdoor recreation economy of the county. SEC. 132. EXTENSION OF SEASONAL RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES. (a) Definition of Seasonal Closure.--In this section, the term ``seasonal closure'' means any period during which-- (1) a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, or a portion of a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, is closed to the public for a continuous period of not less than 30 days, excluding temporary closures relating to wildlife conservation or public safety; and (2) permitted or allowable recreational activities, which provide an economic benefit, including off-season or winter- season tourism, are not taking place at-- (A) the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; or (B) a portion of a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters. (b) Coordination.--The Secretaries shall consult and coordinate with multiple outdoor recreation-related businesses operating on or adjacent to a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, State offices of outdoor recreation, local destination marketing organizations, applicable trade organizations, nonprofit organizations, Indian Tribes, local governments, and institutions of higher education-- (1) to better understand trends with respect to visitors to the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; (2) to solicit input from, and provide information for, outdoor recreation marketing campaigns; and (3) to better understand-- (A) the effect of seasonal closures of areas of, or infrastructure on, units of Federal recreational lands and waters on outdoor recreation opportunities, adjacent businesses, and local tax revenue; and (B) opportunities to extend the period of time during which areas of, or infrastructure on, units of Federal recreational lands and waters are open to the public to increase outdoor recreation opportunities and associated revenues for businesses and local governments. (c) Availability of Infrastructure.-- (1) In general.--The Secretaries shall make efforts to make infrastructure available to accommodate increased visitation to units of Federal recreational lands and waters during periods that are at or before the beginning or at or after the end of traditional seasonal closures-- (A) to extend the outdoor recreation season and the duration of income to gateway communities; and (B) to provide more opportunities to visit resources on units of Federal recreational lands and waters to reduce crowding during peak seasons. (2) Inclusions.--Efforts described in paragraph (1) may include-- (A) the addition of a facility at the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; or (B) the improvement of access to or on the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters. (d) Agreements.-- (1) In general.--The Secretaries may enter into agreements with businesses, local governments, or other entities to share the cost of additional expenses necessary to extend the period of time during which an area of, or infrastructure on, a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters is made open to the public. (2) In-kind contributions.--The Secretaries may accept in- kind contributions of goods and services provided by businesses, local governments, or other entities for purposes of paragraph (1). SEC. 133. GATEWAY COMMUNITIES. (a) Definition of Gateway Community.--In this section, the term ``gateway community'' means a community that serves as an entry point or is adjacent to a recreation destination on Federal recreational lands and waters or non-Federal land at which there is consistently high, in the determination of the Secretaries, seasonal or year-round visitation. (b) Assessment of Impacts and Needs in Gateway Communities.-- Subject to the availability of existing funds, the Secretaries-- (1) shall collaborate with State and local governments, Indian Tribes, housing authorities, applicable trade associations, nonprofit organizations, and other relevant stakeholders to identify needs and economic impacts in gateway communities, including-- (A) housing shortages; (B) demands on existing municipal infrastructure; (C) accommodation and management of sustainable visitation; and (D) the expansion and diversification of visitor opportunities by bolstering the visitation at-- (i) underutilized locations, as identified under section 141(c)(1)(B), on nearby Federal recreational lands and waters; or (ii) lesser-known recreation sites, as identified under section 144(b)(1)(B), on nearby land managed by a State agency or a local agency; and (2) may address a need identified under paragraph (1) by-- (A) providing financial or technical assistance to a gateway community under an existing program; (B) issuing a lease, right-of-way, or easement, in accordance with applicable laws; or (C) issuing an entity referred to in paragraph (1) a special use permit (other than a special recreation permit), in accordance with applicable laws. (c) Technical and Financial Assistance to Businesses.--The Secretary of Agriculture (acting through the Administrator of the Rural Business-Cooperative Service) and the Secretary of Commerce shall provide information on applicable agency resources and programs available to provide financing, technical assistance, and other services in gateway communities to support economic opportunities through tourism, including support for the food service and accommodations sectors with an emphasis on new and diversifying businesses. (d) Partnerships.--In carrying out this section, the Secretaries may, in accordance with applicable laws, enter into a public-private partnership, cooperative agreement, memorandum of understanding, or similar agreement with a gateway community or a business in a gateway community. SEC. 134. PARKING OPPORTUNITIES FOR FEDERAL RECREATIONAL LANDS AND WATERS. (a) In General.--The Secretaries shall seek to increase parking opportunities for persons recreating on Federal recreational lands and waters-- (1) in accordance with existing laws and applicable land use plans; (2) in a manner that minimizes any increase in maintenance obligations on Federal recreational lands and waters; and (3) in a manner that does not impact wildlife habitat that is critical to the mission of a Federal agency responsible for managing Federal recreational lands and waters. (b) Authority.--To supplement the quantity of parking spaces available at units of Federal recreational lands and waters on the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries may-- (1) enter into a public-private partnership for parking opportunities on non-Federal land; (2) lease non-Federal land for parking opportunities; or (3) provide alternative transportation systems for a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters. SEC. 135. TRAVEL MANAGEMENT. (a) Travel Management Plans.--The Secretary concerned shall seek to have, not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in a printed and publicly available format that is compliant with the format for geographic information systems-- (1) for each district administered by the Director of the Bureau of Land Management, a ground transportation linear feature authorized for public use or administrative use; and (2) for each unit of the National Forest System, a motor vehicle use map. (b) Over-Snow Vehicle-Use Maps.--The Secretary concerned shall seek to have, not later than 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act, in a printed and publicly available format that is compliant with the format for geographic information systems, an over-snow vehicle use map for each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Chief of the Forest Service or Director of the Bureau of Land Management that has adequate snowfall for over-snow vehicle use to occur. (c) Out-of-Date Plans and Maps.--Not later than 20 years after the date on which the Secretary concerned adopted or reviewed, through public notice and comment, a travel management plan or map described in subsection (a) or (b), the Secretary concerned shall review, through public notice and comment, and update, as necessary, the applicable travel management plan or map. (d) Motorized and Nonmotorized Access.--The Secretaries shall seek to create additional opportunities, as appropriate, for motorized and nonmotorized access and opportunities on Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Chief of the Forest Service or the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. SEC. 136. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO MODERNIZE FEDERALLY OWNED CAMPGROUNDS, RESORTS, CABINS, AND VISITOR CENTERS ON FEDERAL RECREATIONAL LANDS AND WATERS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered activity.--The term ``covered activity'' means-- (A) a capital improvement, including the construction, reconstruction, and nonroutine maintenance of any structure, infrastructure, or improvement, relating to the operation of, or access to, a covered recreation facility; and (B) any activity necessary to operate or maintain a covered recreation facility. (2) Covered recreation facility.--The term ``covered recreation facility'' means a federally owned campground, resort, cabin, or visitor center that is-- (A) in existence on the date of enactment of this Act; and (B) located on Federal recreational lands and waters administered by-- (i) the Chief of the Forest Service; or (ii) the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. (3) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a unit of State, Tribal, or local government; (B) a nonprofit organization; and (C) a private entity. (b) Pilot Program.--The Secretaries shall establish a pilot program under which the Secretary concerned may enter into an agreement with, or issue or amend a land use authorization to, an eligible entity to allow the eligible entity to carry out covered activities relating to a covered recreation facility, subject to the requirements of this section and the terms of any relevant land use authorization, regardless of whether the eligible entity holds, on the date of enactment of this Act, an authorization to be a concessionaire for the covered recreation facility. (c) Minimum Number of Agreements or Land Use Authorizations.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned, with the consent of each affected holder of an authorization to be a concessionaire for a covered recreation facility, if applicable, shall enter into at least 1 agreement or land use authorization under subsection (b) in-- (1) a unit of the National Forest System in each region of the National Forest System; and (2) Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Director of the Bureau of Land Management in not fewer than 5 States in which the Bureau of Land Management administers Federal recreational lands and waters. (d) Requirements.-- (1) Development plans.--Before entering into an agreement or issuing a land use authorization under subsection (b), an eligible entity shall submit to the Secretary concerned a development plan that-- (A) describes investments in the covered recreation facility to be made by the eligible entity during the first 3 years of the agreement or land use authorization; (B) describes annual maintenance spending for each year of the agreement or land use authorization; and (C) includes any other terms and conditions determined to be necessary or appropriate by the Secretary concerned. (2) Agreements and land use authorizations.--An agreement or land use authorization under subsection (b) shall-- (A) be for a term of not more than 30 years, commensurate with the level of investment; (B) require that, not later than 3 years after the date on which the Secretary concerned enters into the agreement or issues or amends the land use authorization, the applicable eligible entity shall expend, place in an escrow account for the eligible entity to expend, or deposit in a special account in the Treasury for expenditure by the Secretary concerned, without further appropriation, for covered activities relating to the applicable covered recreation facility, an amount or specified percentage, as determined by the Secretary concerned, which shall be equal to not less than $2,000,000, of the anticipated receipts for the term of the agreement or land use authorization; (C) require the eligible entity to operate and maintain the covered recreation facility and any associated infrastructure designated by the Secretary concerned in a manner acceptable to the Secretary concerned and the eligible entity; (D) include any terms and conditions that the Secretary concerned determines to be necessary for a special use permit issued under section 7 of the Act of April 24, 1950 (commonly known as the ``Granger-Thye Act'') (64 Stat. 84, chapter 97; 16 U.S.C. 580d), including the payment described in subparagraph (E) or the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), as applicable; (E) provide for payment to the Federal Government of a fee or a sharing of revenue-- (i) consistent with-- (I) the land use fee for a special use permit authorized under section 7 of the Act of April 24, 1950 (commonly known as the ``Granger-Thye Act'') (64 Stat. 84, chapter 97; 16 U.S.C. 580d); or (II) the value to the eligible entity of the rights provided by the agreement or land use authorization, taking into account the capital invested by, and obligations of, the eligible entity under the agreement or land use authorization; and (ii) all or part of which may be offset by the work to be performed at the expense of the eligible entity that is separate from the routine costs of operating and maintaining the applicable covered recreation facility and any associated infrastructure designated by the Secretary concerned, as determined to be appropriate by the Secretary concerned; (F) include provisions stating that-- (i) the eligible entity shall obtain no property interest in the covered recreation facility pursuant to the expenditures of the eligible entity, as required by the agreement or land use authorization; (ii) all structures and other improvements constructed, reconstructed, or nonroutinely maintained by that entity under the agreement or land use authorization on land owned by the United States shall be the property of the United States; and (iii) the eligible entity shall be solely responsible for any cost associated with the decommissioning or removal of a capital improvement, if needed, at the conclusion of the agreement or land use authorization; and (G) be subject to any other terms and conditions determined to be necessary or appropriate by the Secretary concerned. (e) Land Use Fee Retention.--A land use fee paid or revenue shared with the Secretary concerned under an agreement or land use authorization under this section shall be available for expenditure by the Secretary concerned for recreation-related purposes on the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters at which the land use fee or revenue is collected, without further appropriation. SEC. 137. FOREST SERVICE PAY-FOR-PERFORMANCE PROJECTS. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Independent evaluator.--The term ``independent evaluator'' means an individual or entity, including an institution of higher education, that is selected by the pay- for-performance beneficiary and pay-for-performance investor, as applicable, or by the pay-for-performance project developer, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, to make the determinations and prepare the reports required under subsection (e). (2) National forest system land.--The term ``National Forest System land'' means land in the National Forest System (as defined in section 11(a) of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1609(a))). (3) Pay-for-performance agreement.--The term ``pay-for- performance agreement'' means a mutual benefit agreement (excluding a procurement contract, grant agreement, or cooperative agreement described in chapter 63 of title 31, United States Code) for a pay-for-performance project-- (A) with a term of-- (i) not less than 1 year; and (ii) not more than 20 years; and (B) that is executed, in accordance with applicable law, by-- (i) the Secretary of Agriculture; and (ii) a pay-for-performance beneficiary or pay-for-performance project developer. (4) Pay-for-performance beneficiary.--The term ``pay-for- performance beneficiary'' means a State or local government, an Indian Tribe, or a nonprofit or for-profit organization that-- (A) repays capital loaned upfront by a pay-for- performance investor, based on a project outcome specified in a pay-for-performance agreement; or (B) provides capital directly for costs associated with a pay-for-performance project. (5) Pay-for-performance investor.--The term ``pay-for- performance investor'' means a State or local government, an Indian Tribe, or a nonprofit or for-profit organization that provides upfront loaned capital for a pay-for-performance project with the expectation of a financial return dependent on a project outcome. (6) Pay-for-performance project.--The term ``pay-for- performance project'' means a project that-- (A) would provide or enhance a recreational opportunity; (B) is conducted on-- (i) National Forest System land; or (ii) other land, if the activities would benefit National Forest System land (including a recreational use of National Forest System land); and (C) would use an innovative funding or financing model that leverages-- (i) loaned capital from a pay-for- performance investor to cover upfront costs associated with a pay-for-performance project, with the loaned capital repaid by a pay-for- performance beneficiary at a rate of return dependent on a project outcome, as measured by an independent evaluator; or (ii) capital directly from a pay-for- performance beneficiary to support costs associated with a pay-for-performance project in an amount based on an anticipated project outcome. (7) Pay-for-performance project developer.--The term ``pay- for-performance project developer'' means a nonprofit or for- profit organization that serves as an intermediary to assist in developing or implementing a pay-for-performance agreement or a pay-for-performance project. (8) Project outcome.--The term ``project outcome'' means a measurable, beneficial result (whether economic, environmental, or social) that is attributable to a pay-for-performance project and described in a pay-for-performance agreement. (b) Establishment of Pilot Program.--The Secretary of Agriculture shall establish a pilot program in accordance with this section to carry out 1 or more pay-for-performance projects. (c) Pay-for-Performance Projects.-- (1) In general.--Using funds made available through a pay- for-performance agreement or appropriations, all or any portion of a pay-for-performance project may be implemented by-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture; or (B) a pay-for-performance project developer or a third party, subject to the conditions that-- (i) the Secretary of Agriculture shall approve the implementation by the pay-for- performance project developer or third party; and (ii) the implementation is in accordance with applicable law. (2) Relation to land management plans.--A pay-for- performance project carried out under this section shall be consistent with any applicable land management plan developed under section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (3) Ownership.-- (A) New improvements.--The United States shall have title to any improvements installed on National Forest System land as part of a pay-for-performance project. (B) Existing improvements.--Investing in, conducting, or completing a pay-for-performance project on National Forest System land shall not affect the title of the United States to-- (i) any federally owned improvements involved in the pay-for-performance project; or (ii) the underlying land. (4) Savings clause.--The carrying out of any action for a pay-for-performance project does not provide any right to any party to a pay-for-performance agreement. (5) Potential conflicts.--Before approving a pay-for- performance project under this section, the Secretary of Agriculture shall consider and seek to avoid potential conflicts (including economic competition) with any existing written authorized use. (d) Project Agreements.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding the Act of June 30, 1914 (38 Stat. 430, chapter 131; 16 U.S.C. 498), or subtitle C of title XX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1397n et seq.), in carrying out the pilot program under this section, the Secretary of Agriculture may enter into a pay-for-performance agreement under which a pay-for-performance beneficiary, pay- for-performance investor, or pay-for-performance project developer agrees to pay for or finance all or part of a pay- for-performance project. (2) Size limitation.--The Secretary of Agriculture may not enter into a pay-for-performance agreement under the pilot program under this section for a pay-for-performance project valued at more than $15,000,000. (3) Financing.-- (A) In general.--A pay-for-performance agreement shall specify the amounts that a pay-for-performance beneficiary or a pay-for-performance project developer agrees to pay to a pay-for-performance investor or a pay-for-performance project developer, as appropriate, in the event of an independent evaluator determining pursuant to subsection (e) the degree to which a project outcome has been achieved. (B) Eligible payments.--An amount described in subparagraph (A) shall be-- (i) based on-- (I) the respective contributions of the parties under the pay-for- performance agreement; and (II) the economic, environmental, or social benefits derived from the project outcomes; and (ii)(I) a percentage of the estimated value of a project outcome; (II) a percentage of the estimated cost savings to the pay-for-performance beneficiary or the Secretary of Agriculture derived from a project outcome; (III) a percentage of the enhanced revenue to the pay-for-performance beneficiary or the Secretary of Agriculture derived from a project outcome; or (IV) a percentage of the cost of the pay- for-performance project. (C) Forest service financial assistance.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary of Agriculture may only contribute funding for a pay-for- performance project if-- (i) the Secretary of Agriculture demonstrates that-- (I) the pay-for-performance project will provide a cost savings to the United States; or (II) the funding would accelerate the pace of implementation of an activity previously planned to be completed by the Secretary of Agriculture; and (ii) the contribution of the Secretary of Agriculture has a value that is not more than 50 percent of the total cost of the pay-for- performance project. (D) Special account.--Any funds received by the Secretary of Agriculture under subsection (c)(1)-- (i) shall be retained in a separate fund in the Treasury to be used solely for pay-for- performance projects; and (ii) shall remain available until expended and without further appropriation. (4) Maintenance and decommissioning of pay-for-performance project improvements.--A pay-for-performance agreement shall-- (A) include a plan for maintaining any capital improvement constructed as part of a pay-for- performance project after the date on which the pay- for-performance project is completed; and (B) specify the party that will be responsible for decommissioning the improvements associated with the pay-for-performance project-- (i) at the end of the useful life of the improvements; (ii) if the improvements no longer serve the purpose for which the improvements were developed; or (iii) if the pay-for-performance project fails. (5) Termination of pay-for-performance project agreements.--The Secretary of Agriculture may unilaterally terminate a pay-for-performance agreement, in whole or in part, for any program year beginning after the program year during which the Secretary of Agriculture provides to each party to the pay-for-performance agreement a notice of the termination. (e) Independent Evaluations.-- (1) Progress reports.--An independent evaluator shall submit to the Secretary of Agriculture and each party to the applicable pay-for-performance agreement-- (A) by not later than 2 years after the date on which the pay-for-performance agreement is executed, and at least once every 2 years thereafter, a written report that summarizes the progress that has been made in achieving each project outcome; and (B) before the first scheduled date for a payment described in subsection (d)(3)(A), and each subsequent date for payment, a written report that-- (i) summarizes the results of the evaluation conducted by the independent evaluator to determine whether a payment should be made pursuant to the pay-for-performance agreement; and (ii) analyzes the reasons why a project outcome was achieved or was not achieved. (2) Final reports.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which a pay-for-performance project is completed, the independent evaluator shall submit to the Secretary of Agriculture and each party to the pay-for-performance agreement a written report that includes, with respect to the period covered by the report-- (A) an evaluation of the effects of the pay-for- performance project with respect to each project outcome; (B) a determination of whether the pay-for- performance project has met each project outcome; and (C) the amount of the payments made for the pay- for-performance project pursuant to subsection (d)(3)(A). (f) Additional Forest Service-Provided Assistance.-- (1) Technical assistance.--The Secretary of Agriculture may provide technical assistance to facilitate pay-for-performance project development, such as planning, permitting, site preparation, and design work. (2) Consultants.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary of Agriculture may hire a contractor-- (A) to conduct a feasibility analysis of a proposed pay-for-performance project; (B) to assist in the development, implementation, or evaluation of a proposed pay-for-performance project or a pay-for-performance agreement; or (C) to assist with an environmental analysis of a proposed pay-for-performance project. (g) Savings Clause.--The Secretary of Agriculture shall approve a record of decision, decision notice, or decision memo for any activities to be carried out on National Forest System land as part of a pay-for-performance project before the Secretary of Agriculture may enter into a pay-for-performance agreement involving the applicable pay-for-performance project. (h) Duration of Pilot Program.-- (1) Sunset.--The authority to enter into a pay-for- performance agreement under this section terminates on September 30, 2033. (2) Savings clause.--Nothing in paragraph (1) affects any pay-for-performance project agreement entered into by the Secretary of Agriculture under this section before the date described in that paragraph. Subtitle D--Engagement SEC. 141. IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES FOR RECREATION. (a) Definition of Land Use Plan.--In this section, the term ``land use plan'' means-- (1) a land use plan prepared by the Secretary pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); and (2) a land management plan prepared by the Forest Service for a unit of the National Forest Service pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604). (b) Inventory and Assessments.-- (1) In general.--The Secretaries shall-- (A) conduct a single inventory and assessment of recreation resources for Federal recreational lands and waters; and (B) publish the inventory and assessment conducted under subparagraph (A) for public comment. (2) Unique recreation values.--An inventory and assessment conducted under paragraph (1) shall recognize-- (A) any unique recreation values and recreation opportunities; and (B) areas of concentrated recreational use. (3) Inventory.--The inventory conducted under paragraph (1) shall-- (A) identify, list, and map recreation resources by-- (i) type of recreation opportunity and type of natural or artificial recreation infrastructure; (ii) to the extent available, the level of use of the recreation resource as of the date of the inventory; and (iii) location; and (B) identify, to the extent practicable, any trend relating to recreation opportunities or use at a recreation resource identified under subparagraph (A). (4) Assessments.--For any recreation resource inventoried under paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall assess-- (A) the level of demand for the recreation resource; (B) the maintenance needs of, and expenses necessary to administer, the recreation resource; (C) the benefits of current and projected future recreation use, including to the local economy; (D) the capacity of the recreation resource to meet the demand described in subparagraph (A), including the relationship of current and projected future recreation use on-- (i) natural, cultural, and other resources; (ii) other authorized uses and activities on the Federal recreational lands and waters subject to the applicable land use plan; and (iii) existing infrastructure; (E) the suitability for developing, expanding, or enhancing the recreation resource; (F) technological developments and innovation that affects recreation use; and (G) the adequacy of the current management of the recreation resource. (c) Future Recreation Needs and Management.-- (1) Future needs.--Based on the inventory and assessment conducted under subsection (b)(1), the Secretary concerned shall-- (A) estimate future recreation needs through a collaborative process; (B) identify underutilized locations that are suitable for developing, expanding, or enhancing recreation use; and (C) select additional high-value recreation resources at which to encourage recreation use, consistent with the applicable land use plan. (2) Considerations.--In selecting a high-value recreation resource under paragraph (1)(C), the Secretary concerned shall consider the following: (A) The future recreation needs estimated under paragraph (1)(A). (B) The maintenance needs of, and the expenses necessary to administer, the high-value recreation resource. (C) The presence of partner organizations prepared to assist in the stewardship of the high-value recreation resource. (D) The benefits of recreation use, including benefits to the local economy. (E) The impacts of recreation use on-- (i) natural, cultural, or other resources; (ii) other authorized uses and activities on the Federal recreational lands and waters subject to any applicable land use plan; and (iii) adjacent landowners. (3) Management.--The Secretary concerned shall-- (A) seek input from the public, including adjacent landowners and individuals or entities with existing land use authorizations, with respect to the management of any high-value recreation resource identified under paragraph (1)(C); (B) maintain or enhance the recreation values and encourage recreation use of the high-value recreation resource identified, subject to the availability of appropriations and consistent with any applicable multiple-use mandates; and (C) manage a high-value recreation resource under this paragraph in a manner that is consistent with applicable law. (d) Existing Efforts.--To the extent practicable, the Secretary concerned shall utilize or incorporate existing applicable research and planning decisions and processes in carrying out this section. (e) Conforming Amendments.--Section 200103 of title 54, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (d); and (2) by redesignating subsections (e), (f), (g), (h), and (i) as subsections (d), (e), (f), (g), and (h), respectively. SEC. 142. FEDERAL INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON OUTDOOR RECREATION. (a) In General.--Section 200104 of title 54, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``Sec. 200104. Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Council.--The term `Council' means the Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation established under subsection (b). ``(2) Federal recreational lands and waters.--The term `Federal recreational lands and waters' has the meaning given the term in section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801). ``(b) Establishment.--The Secretary shall establish an interagency council, to be known as the `Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation'. ``(c) Composition.-- ``(1) In general.--The Council shall be composed of representatives of the following departments and agencies, to be appointed by the head of the applicable department or agency: ``(A) The National Park Service. ``(B) The Bureau of Land Management. ``(C) The United States Fish and Wildlife Service. ``(D) The Bureau of Indian Affairs. ``(E) The Bureau of Reclamation. ``(F) The Forest Service. ``(G) The Corps of Engineers. ``(H) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ``(2) Additional participants.--In addition to the members described in paragraph (1), the Secretary may invite participation in the meetings or other activities of the Council from among the following: ``(A) The Council on Environmental Quality. ``(B) The Natural Resources Conservation Service. ``(C) Rural development programs of the Department of Agriculture. ``(D) The Economic Development Administration. ``(E) The National Travel and Tourism Office of the Department of Commerce. ``(F) The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. ``(G) The Environmental Protection Agency. ``(H) The Department of Transportation. ``(I) The Tennessee Valley Authority. ``(J) The Bureau of Economic Analysis of the Department of Commerce. ``(K) The National Marine Fisheries Service. ``(L) The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. ``(M) The Federal Highway Administration. ``(N) An applicable State agency or office. ``(O) An applicable agency or office of a local government. ``(3) State coordination.--In determining additional participants under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall seek to ensure that not fewer than 1 State is invited to participate in each meeting or other activity of the Council. ``(4) Leadership.--The leadership of the Council shall rotate annually among the members of the Council described in paragraph (1), or as otherwise determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Secretary of Defense. ``(5) Funding.--Notwithstanding section 708 of division E of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Public Law 117- 328), the members of the Council described in paragraph (1) may enter into agreements to share the management and operational costs of the Council. ``(d) Coordination.--The Council shall meet as frequently as appropriate for the purposes of coordinating-- ``(1) the implementation of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023, including carrying out any reports required under that Act or an amendment made by that Act; ``(2) recreation management policies across Federal agencies, including implementation of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq.); ``(3) the response by an agency that manages Federal recreational lands and waters to public health emergencies or other emergencies that result in disruptions to, or closures of, Federal recreational lands and waters; ``(4) the expenditure of funds relating to outdoor recreation on Federal recreational lands and waters, including funds made available under section 40804(b)(7) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (16 U.S.C. 6592a(b)(7)); ``(5) the adoption and expansion of emerging technologies on Federal recreational lands and waters; ``(6) research activities, including quantifying the economic impacts of recreation; ``(7) dissemination to the public of outdoor recreation- related information (including information relating to opportunities, reservations, accessibility, and closures), in a manner that ensures the recreation-related information is easily accessible with modern communication devices; ``(8) the improvement of access to Federal recreational lands and waters; and ``(9) the identification and engagement of partners outside the Federal Government-- ``(A) to promote outdoor recreation; ``(B) to facilitate collaborative management of outdoor recreation; and ``(C) to provide additional resources relating to enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities. ``(e) Effect.--Nothing in this section affects the authorities, regulations, or policies of any Federal agency described in paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection (c).''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 2001 of title 54, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 200104 and inserting the following: ``200104. Federal Interagency Council on Outdoor Recreation.''. SEC. 143. INFORMING THE PUBLIC OF ACCESS CLOSURES. (a) In General.--The Secretaries shall, to the extent practicable and in a timely fashion, alert the public to any closure or disruption to public campsites, trails, roads, and other public areas and access points under the jurisdiction of the applicable Secretary. (b) Online Alert.--An alert under subsection (a) shall be posted online on a public website of the appropriate land unit in a manner that-- (1) ensures that the public can easily find the alert in searching for the applicable campsite, trail, road, or other access point; and (2) consolidates all alerts under subsection (a). SEC. 144. IMPROVED RECREATION VISITATION DATA. (a) Consistent Visitation Data.-- (1) Annual visitation data.--The Secretaries shall establish a single visitation data reporting system to report accurate annual visitation data, in a consistent manner, for-- (A) each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; and (B) land held in trust for an Indian Tribe, on request of the Indian Tribe. (2) Categories of use.--Within the visitation data reporting system established under paragraph (1), the Secretaries shall-- (A) establish multiple categories of different recreation activities that are reported consistently across agencies; and (B) provide an estimate of the number of visitors for each applicable category established under subparagraph (A) for each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters. (b) Real-Time Data Pilot Program.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, using existing funds available to the Secretaries, the Secretaries shall carry out a pilot program, to be known as the ``Real-time Data Pilot Program'' (referred to in this section as the ``Pilot Program''), to make available to the public, for each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters selected for participation in the Pilot Program under paragraph (2)-- (A) real-time or predictive data on visitation (including data and resources publicly available from existing nongovernmental platform) at-- (i) the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; (ii) to the extent practicable, areas within the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; and (iii) to the extent practicable, recreation sites managed by any other Federal agency, a State agency, or a local agency that are located near the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; and (B) through multiple media platforms, information about lesser-known, suitable recreation sites located near the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters (including recreation sites managed by any other Federal agency, a State agency, or a local agency), in an effort to encourage visitation among recreational sites. (2) Locations.-- (A) Initial number of units.--On establishment of the Pilot Program, the Secretaries shall select for participation in the Pilot Program-- (i) 15 units of Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the Secretary; and (ii) 5 units of Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the Secretary of Agriculture (acting through the Chief of the Forest Service). (B) Expansion.--Subject to paragraph (4), not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall expand the Pilot Program by selecting 80 additional units of Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the Secretaries for participation in the Pilot Program, not fewer than 50 of which shall be units managed by the Secretary. (C) Feedback; support of gateway communities.--The Secretaries shall-- (i) solicit feedback regarding participation in the Pilot Program from communities adjacent to units of Federal recreational lands and waters and the public; and (ii) in carrying out subparagraphs (A) and (B), select a unit of Federal recreation lands and waters to participate in the Pilot Program only if the Secretaries determine that the communities adjacent to the unit of Federal recreational lands and waters support the participation. (3) Dissemination of information.--The Secretaries may disseminate the information described in paragraph (1) directly or through an entity or organization referred to in subsection (c). (4) Report on best practices.--Before expanding the Pilot Program under paragraph (2)(B), the Secretaries shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing best practices for the Pilot Program. (c) Community Partners and Third-Party Providers.--For purposes of carrying out this section, the Secretary concerned may-- (1) coordinate and partner with-- (A) communities adjacent to units of Federal recreational lands and waters; (B) State and local outdoor recreation and tourism offices; (C) local governments; (D) Indian Tribes; (E) trade associations; (F) local outdoor recreation marketing organizations; (G) permitted facilitated recreation providers; or (H) other relevant stakeholders; and (2) coordinate or enter into agreements, as appropriate, with private sector and nonprofit partners, including-- (A) technology companies; (B) geospatial data companies; (C) experts in data science, analytics, and operations research; or (D) data companies. (d) Existing Programs.--The Secretaries may use existing programs or products of the Secretaries to carry out this section. (e) Privacy Clauses.--Nothing in this section provides authority to the Secretaries-- (1) to monitor or record the identity or movements of a visitor to a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; (2) to restrict, interfere with, or monitor a private communication of a visitor to a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; or (3) to collect-- (A) information from owners of land adjacent to a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; or (B) information on non-Federal land. (f) Reports.--Not later than January 1, 2025, and annually thereafter, the Secretaries shall publish on a website of the Secretaries a report that describes the annual visitation of each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, including, to the maximum extent practicable, visitation categorized by recreational activity. SEC. 145. MONITORING FOR IMPROVED RECREATION DECISION MAKING. (a) In General.--The Secretaries shall seek to capture comprehensive recreation use data to better understand and inform decision making by the Secretaries. (b) Pilot Protocols.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and after public notice and comment, the Secretaries shall establish pilot protocols at not fewer than 10 land management units under the jurisdiction of each of the Secretaries to model recreation use patterns (including low-use recreation activities and dispersed recreation activities) that may not be effectively measured by existing general and opportunistic survey and monitoring protocols. SEC. 146. ACCESS FOR SERVICEMEMBERS AND VETERANS. The Secretaries are encouraged to work with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure servicemembers and veterans have access to outdoor recreation and outdoor-related volunteer and wellness programs as a part of the basic services provided to servicemembers and veterans. SEC. 147. INCREASING YOUTH RECREATION VISITS TO FEDERAL LAND. (a) Strategy.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and not less frequently than once every 5 years thereafter, the Secretaries shall develop and make public a national strategy, after public notice and comment, to increase the number of youth recreation visits to Federal land. (b) Requirements.--A strategy developed under subsection (a)-- (1) shall-- (A) emphasize increased recreation opportunities on Federal land for underserved youth; (B) establish objectives and quantifiable targets for increasing youth recreation visits; and (C) provide the anticipated costs to achieve the objectives and meet the targets established under subparagraph (B); and (2) shall not establish any preference between similar recreation facilitated by noncommercial or commercial entities. (c) Agreements.--The Secretaries may enter into contracts or cost- share agreements (including contracts or agreements for the acquisition of vehicles) to carry out this section. TITLE II--AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL LANDS RECREATION ENHANCEMENT ACT SEC. 201. SHORT TITLE. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq.) is amended by striking section 801 and inserting the following: ``SEC. 801. SHORT TITLE. ``This title may be cited as the `Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act'.''. SEC. 202. DEFINITIONS. Section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) is amended-- (1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``this Act'' and inserting ``this title''; (2) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 3(f)'' and inserting ``section 803(f)''; (3) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 3(g)'' and inserting ``section 803(g)''; (4) in paragraph (6), by striking ``section 5(a)(7)'' and inserting ``section 805(a)(7)''; (5) in paragraph (9), by striking ``section 5(d)'' and inserting ``section 805(d)''; (6) in paragraph (12), by striking ``section 7'' and inserting ``section 807''; (7) in paragraph (13), by striking ``section 3(h)'' and inserting ``section 803(h)(2)''; (8) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), (10), (11), and (13) as paragraphs (15), (1), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (11), (10), and (14), respectively, and moving the paragraphs so as to appear in numerical order; (9) by inserting after paragraph (8) (as so redesignated) the following: ``(9) Recreation service provider.--The term `recreation service provider' means a person that provides recreational services to the public under a special recreation permit under clause (iii) or (iv) of paragraph (13)(A).''; and (10) by inserting after paragraph (12) the following: ``(13) Special recreation permit.-- ``(A) In general.--The term `special recreation permit' means a permit issued by a Federal land management agency for the use of Federal recreational lands and waters-- ``(i) for a specialized recreational use not described in clause (ii), (iii), or (iv), such as-- ``(I) an organizational camp; ``(II) a single event that does not require an entry or participation fee that is not strictly a sharing of expenses for the purposes of the event; and ``(III) participation by the public in a recreation activity or recreation use of a specific area of Federal recreational lands and waters in which use by the public is allocated; ``(ii) for a large-group activity or event for not fewer than 75 participants; ``(iii) for-- ``(I) at the discretion of the Secretary, a single organized group recreation activity or event (including an activity or event in which motorized recreational vehicles are used or in which outfitting and guiding services are used) that-- ``(aa) is a structured or scheduled event or activity; ``(bb) is not competitive and is for fewer than 75 participants; ``(cc) may charge an entry or participation fee; ``(dd) involves fewer than 200 visitor-use days; and ``(ee) is undertaken or provided by the recreation service provider at the same site not more frequently than 3 times a year; ``(II) a single competitive event; or ``(III) at the discretion of the Secretary, a recurring organized group recreation activity (including an outfitting and guiding activity) that-- ``(aa) is a structured or scheduled activity; ``(bb) is not competitive; ``(cc) may charge a participation fee; ``(dd) occurs in a group size of fewer than 7 participants; ``(ee) involves fewer than 40 visitor-use days; and ``(ff) is undertaken or provided by the recreation service provider for a term of not more than 180 days; or ``(iv) for-- ``(I) a recurring outfitting, guiding, or, at the discretion of the Secretary, other recreation service, the authorization for which is for a term of not more than 10 years; or ``(II) a recurring outfitting, guiding, or, at the discretion of the Secretary, other recreation service, that occurs under a transitional special recreation permit authorized under section 312(a) of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023. ``(B) Exclusions.--The term `special recreation permit' does not include-- ``(i) a concession contract for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services; ``(ii) a commercial use authorization issued under section 101925 of title 54, United States Code; or ``(iii) any other type of permit, including a special use permit administered by the National Park Service.''. SEC. 203. SPECIAL RECREATION PERMITS AND FEES. (a) In General.--Section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) is amended-- (1) by striking ``this Act'' each place it appears and inserting ``this title''; (2) in subsection (b)(5), by striking ``section 4(d)'' and inserting ``section 804(d)''; and (3) by striking subsection (h) and inserting the following: ``(h) Special Recreation Permits and Fees.-- ``(1) Special recreation permits.-- ``(A) Applications.--The Secretary-- ``(i) may develop and make available to the public an application to obtain a special recreation permit described in clause (i) of section 802(13)(A); and ``(ii) shall develop and make available to the public an application to obtain a special recreation permit described in clause (ii), (iii), or (iv) of section 802(13)(A). ``(B) Issuance of permits.--On review of a completed application developed under subparagraph (A), as applicable, and a determination by the Secretary that the applicant is eligible for the special recreation permit, the Secretary may issue to the applicant a special recreation permit, subject to any terms and conditions that are determined to be necessary by the Secretary. ``(C) Incidental sales.--A special recreation permit issued under this paragraph may include an authorization for sales that are incidental in nature to the permitted use of the Federal recreational lands and waters. ``(2) Special recreation permit fees.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary may charge a special recreation permit fee for the issuance of a special recreation permit in accordance with this paragraph. ``(B) Predetermined special recreation permit fees.-- ``(i) In general.--For purposes of subparagraphs (D) and (E), the Secretary shall establish and may charge a predetermined fee, described in clause (ii), for a special recreation permit described in clause (iii) or (iv) of section 802(13)(A) for a specific type of use on a unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, consistent with the criteria set forth in clause (iii). ``(ii) Type of fee.--A predetermined fee described in clause (i) shall be-- ``(I) a fixed fee that is assessed per special recreation permit, including a fee with an associated size limitation or other criteria as determined to be appropriate by the Secretary; or ``(II) an amount assessed per visitor-use day. ``(iii) Criteria.--A predetermined fee under clause (i) shall-- ``(I) have been established before the date of enactment of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023; ``(II) be established after the date of enactment of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023, in accordance with subsection (b); ``(III)(aa) be established after the date of enactment of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023; and ``(bb) be comparable to an amount described in subparagraph (D)(ii) or (E)(ii), as applicable; or ``(IV) beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of enactment of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023, be $6 per visitor-use day in instances in which the Secretary has not established a predetermined fee under subclause (I), (II), or (III). ``(C) Calculation of fees for specialized recreational uses and large-group activities or events.--The Secretary may, at the discretion of the Secretary, establish and charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in clause (i) or (ii) of section 802(13)(A). ``(D) Calculation of fees for single organized group recreation activities or events, competitive events, and certain recurring organized group recreation activities.--If the Secretary elects to charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in section 802(13)(A)(iii), the Secretary shall charge the recreation service provider, based on the election of the recreation service provider-- ``(i) the applicable predetermined fee established under subparagraph (B); or ``(ii) an amount equal to a percentage of, to be determined by the Secretary, but to not to exceed 5 percent of, adjusted gross receipts calculated under subparagraph (F). ``(E) Calculation of fees for transitional permits and long-term permits.--Subject to subparagraph (G), if the Secretary elects to charge a fee for a special recreation permit described in section 802(13)(A)(iv), the Secretary shall charge the recreation service provider, based on the election of the recreation service provider-- ``(i) the applicable predetermined fee established under subparagraph (B); or ``(ii) an amount equal to a percentage of, to be determined by the Secretary, but not to exceed 3 percent of, adjusted gross receipts calculated under subparagraph (F). ``(F) Adjusted gross receipts.--For the purposes of subparagraphs (D)(ii) and (E)(ii), the Secretary shall calculate the adjusted gross receipts collected for each trip or event authorized under a special recreation permit, using either of the following calculations, based on the election of the recreation service provider: ``(i) The sum of-- ``(I) the product obtained by multiplying-- ``(aa) the general amount paid by participants of the trip or event to the recreation service provider for the applicable trip or event (excluding amounts related to goods, souvenirs, merchandise, gear, and additional food provided or sold by the recreation service provider); and ``(bb) the quotient obtained by dividing-- ``(AA) the number of days of the trip or event that occurred on Federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit, rounded to the nearest whole day; by ``(BB) the total number of days of the trip or event; and ``(II) the amount of any additional revenue received by the recreation service provider for an add-on activity or an optional excursion that occurred on the Federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit. ``(ii) The difference between-- ``(I) the total cost paid by the participants of the trip or event for the trip or event to the recreation service provider, including any additional revenue received by the recreation service provider for an add- on activity or an optional excursion that occurred on the Federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit; and ``(II) the sum of-- ``(aa) the amount of any revenues from goods, souvenirs, merchandise, gear, and additional food provided or sold by the recreation service provider to the participants of the applicable trip or event; ``(bb) the amount of any costs or revenues from services and activities provided or sold by the recreation service provider to the participants of the trip or event that occurred in a location other than the Federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit (including costs for travel and lodging outside the Federal recreational lands and waters covered by the special recreation permit); and ``(cc) the amount of any revenues from any service provided by a recreation service provider for an activity on Federal recreational lands and waters that is not covered by the special recreation permit. ``(G) Exception.--Notwithstanding subparagraph (E), the Secretary may charge a recreation service provider a minimum annual fee for a special recreation permit described in section 802(13)(A)(iv). ``(H) Savings clauses.-- ``(i) Effect.--Nothing in this paragraph affects any fee for-- ``(I) a concession contract administered by the National Park Service for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services; or ``(II) a commercial use authorization for use of Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the National Park Service. ``(ii) Cost recovery.--Nothing in this paragraph affects the ability of the Secretary to recover any administrative costs under section 325 of the America's Outdoor Recreation Act of 2023. ``(iii) Special recreation permit fees and other recreation fees.--The collection of a special recreation permit fee under this paragraph shall not affect the authority of the Secretary to collect an entrance fee, a standard amenity recreation fee, or an expanded amenity recreation fee authorized under subsections (e), (f), and (g). ``(i) Disclosure of Recreation Fees and Use of Recreation Fees.-- ``(1) Notice of entrance fees, standard amenity recreation fees, expanded amenity recreation fees, and available recreation passes.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary shall post clear notice of any entrance fee, standard amenity recreation fee, expanded amenity recreation fee, and available recreation passes at appropriate locations in each unit or area of Federal recreational land and waters at which an entrance fee, standard amenity recreation fee, or expanded amenity recreation fee is charged. ``(B) Publications.--The Secretary shall include in publications distributed at a unit or area or described in subparagraph (A) the notice described in that subparagraph. ``(2) Notice of uses of recreation fees.--Beginning on January 1, 2026, the Secretary shall annually post, at the location at which a recreation fee described in paragraph (1)(A) is collected, clear notice of-- ``(A) the total recreation fees collected during each of the 2 preceding fiscal years at the respective unit or area of the Federal land management agency; and ``(B) each use during the preceding fiscal year of the applicable recreation fee or recreation pass revenues collected under this section. ``(3) Notice of recreation fee projects.--To the extent practicable, the Secretary shall post clear notice at the location at which work is performed using recreation fee and recreation pass revenues collected under this section. ``(4) Centralized reporting on agency websites.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than January 1, 2025, and not later than 60 days after the beginning of each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall post on the website of the applicable Federal land management agency a searchable list of each use during the preceding fiscal year of the recreation fee or recreation pass revenues collected under this section. ``(B) List components.--The list required under subparagraph (A) shall include, with respect to each use described in that subparagraph-- ``(i) a title and description of the overall project; ``(ii) a title and description for each component of the project; ``(iii) the location of the project; and ``(iv) the amount obligated for the project. ``(5) Notice to customers.--A recreation service provider may inform a customer of the recreation service provider of any fee charged by the Secretary under this section.''. (b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 804 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6803) is amended by striking subsection (e). SEC. 204. ONLINE COLLECTION OF CERTAIN RECREATION FEES. Section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(j) Online Payments.-- ``(1) In general.--In addition to providing onsite payment methods, the Secretaries may collect payment online for-- ``(A) entrance fees under subsection (e); ``(B) standard amenity recreation fees; ``(C) expanded amenity recreation fees; and ``(D) special recreation permit fees. ``(2) Distribution of online payments.--An online payment collected under paragraph (1) that is associated with a specific unit or area of a Federal land management agency shall be distributed in accordance with section 805(c).''. SEC. 205. ONLINE PURCHASES AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A DIGITAL VERSION OF AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL--THE NATIONAL PARKS AND FEDERAL RECREATIONAL LANDS PASSES. Section 805(a) of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6804(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (6), by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--The Secretaries shall sell the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass-- ``(i) at all Federal recreational lands and waters at which-- ``(I) an entrance fee or a standard amenity recreation fee is charged; and ``(II) such sales are feasible; ``(ii) at such other locations as the Secretaries determine to be appropriate and feasible; and ``(iii) through the website of each of the Federal land management agencies and the websites of the relevant units and subunits of the Federal land management agencies, which shall include-- ``(I) a prominent link on each website; and ``(II) information about where and when the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass may be used.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(10) Digital recreation passes.--By not later than January 1, 2026, the Secretaries shall-- ``(A) establish a digital version of the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass that is able to be stored on a mobile device; and ``(B) on the completion of a sale carried out under paragraph (6)(A)(iii), make available to the passholder the digital version of the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass established under subparagraph (A).''. SEC. 206. AVAILABILITY OF FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL RECREATION PASSES. Section 806 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6805) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Federal Sales of State and County Recreation Passes.-- ``(1) In general.--On receipt of a request by a State or county, the Secretaries may, on behalf of the State or county-- ``(A) sell a pass covering a fee charged by a State or county for entrance to, or recreational use of, a park or public land in the State or county; and ``(B) collect any required fees for a pass sold under subparagraph (A). ``(2) Revenue from pass sales.--The Secretaries shall transfer to the applicable State or county any amounts collected on behalf of the State or county under paragraph (1)(B). ``(e) Coordinating the Sales of Federal, State, and Local Recreation Passes.--The Secretaries, in consultation with States and counties, shall seek to coordinate the availability of Federal, State, and county recreation passes to allow an individual to purchase a Federal recreation pass and a State or county recreation pass in a single transaction.''. SEC. 207. USE OF SPECIAL RECREATION PERMIT FEE REVENUE. Section 808 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6807) is amended-- (1) by striking ``this Act'' each place it appears and inserting ``this title''; (2) in subsection (a)(3)-- (A) in subparagraph (E), by striking ``and'' at the end; (B) in subparagraph (F), by striking ``6(a) or a visitor reservation service.'' and inserting ``806(a) or a visitor reservation service;''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(G) the processing of special recreation permit applications and administration of special recreation permits; and ``(H) the improvement of the operation of the special recreation permit program under section 803(h).''; and (3) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 5'' and inserting ``section 805''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 5'' and inserting ``section 805''. SEC. 208. PERMANENT AUTHORIZATION. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by striking section 810; and (2) by redesignating sections 811 through 815 as sections 810 through 814, respectively. TITLE III--SPECIAL RECREATION PERMITS FOR OUTFITTING AND GUIDING Subtitle A--Administration of Special Recreation Permits for Outfitting and Guiding SEC. 311. PERMIT ADMINISTRATION. (a) Permit Availability.-- (1) Notifications of permit availability.-- (A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph (B), in an area of Federal recreational lands and waters in which use by recreation service providers is allocated, if the Secretary concerned has determined that visitor-use days are available for allocation to recreation service providers or holders of a commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding, the Secretary concerned shall publish the information on the website of the agency that administers the applicable area of Federal recreational lands and waters. (B) Effect.--Nothing in this paragraph-- (i) applies to-- (I) the reissuance of an existing special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding; or (II) the issuance of a new special recreation permit or new commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding issued to the purchaser of-- (aa) a recreation service provider that is the holder of an existing special recreation permit; or (bb) a holder of an existing commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding; or (ii) creates a prerequisite to the issuance of a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding or otherwise limits the authority of the Secretary concerned-- (I) to issue a new special recreation permit or new commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding; or (II) to add a new or additional use to an existing special recreation permit or an existing commercial use authorization for outfitting and guiding. (2) Updates.--The Secretary concerned shall ensure that information published on the website under this subsection is consistently updated to provide current and correct information to the public. (3) Electronic mail notifications.--The Secretary concerned shall establish a system by which potential applicants for special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations for outfitting and guiding may subscribe to receive notification by electronic mail of the availability of special recreation permits under subsection (h)(1) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)) or commercial use authorizations for outfitting and guiding. (b) Permit Application or Proposal Acknowledgments.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary concerned receives a completed application or a complete proposal for a special recreation permit under subsection (h)(1) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)), the Secretary concerned shall-- (A) provide to the applicant notice acknowledging receipt of the application or proposal; and (B)(i) issue a final decision with respect to the application or proposal; or (ii) provide to the applicant notice of a projected date for a final decision on the application or proposal. (2) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection applies to a concession contract issued by the National Park Service for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services. SEC. 312. FOREST SERVICE AND BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT TRANSITIONAL SPECIAL RECREATION PERMITS FOR OUTFITTING AND GUIDING. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall implement a program to authorize the issuance of transitional special recreation permits for a new or additional reoccurring outfitting, guiding, or other recreation service, as determined by the Secretary concerned, on Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the Chief of the Forest Service or the Director of the Bureau of Land Management. (b) Term of Transitional Permits for Outfitting and Guiding.--A transitional special recreation permit issued under subsection (a) shall be issued for a term of 2 years. (c) Issuance of Long-Term Permits for Outfitting and Guiding.-- (1) In general.--On the request of a recreation service provider that holds a transitional special recreation permit under the program implemented under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall provide for the issuance of a long- term special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding to replace the transitional special recreation permit if the Secretary concerned determines that the recreation service provider-- (A) has held not less than 2 transitional special recreation permits or similar permits issued under-- (i) the program implemented under subsection (a); or (ii) any other program to issue similar special recreation permits in existence before the date of enactment of this Act; (B) during the 3-year period preceding the request, has not been determined to have a performance that is less than satisfactory, as determined under the monitoring process described in section 314(a), for any transitional special recreation permits or similar special recreation permits issued by the Secretary concerned, including the transitional special recreation permit proposed to be replaced, for the respective unit of Federal recreational lands and waters; and (C) notwithstanding section 314(b)(3), has used not less than 50 percent of the visitor-use days allocated to the recreation service provider under the transitional special recreation permit. (2) Term.--The term of a long-term special recreation permit under this subsection issued to replace a transitional special recreation permit under paragraph (1) shall be for a period of 5 or 10 years, as determined to be appropriate by the Secretary concerned. (3) Visitor-use day allocations.--In replacing a transitional special recreation permit under paragraph (1) with a long-term special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding, the Secretary concerned may, at the discretion of the Secretary concerned, increase the number of visitor-use days allocated to the recreation service provider under the long- term special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding. (d) Effect.--Nothing in this section alters or affects the authority of the Secretary concerned to issue a special recreation permit under subsection (h)(1) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)). SEC. 313. SURRENDER OF UNUSED VISITOR-USE DAYS. (a) In General.--A recreation service provider holding a special recreation permit described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)) may-- (1) notify the Secretary concerned of an inability to use visitor-use days annually allocated to the recreation service provider under the special recreation permit; and (2) surrender to the Secretary concerned the unused visitor-use days for the applicable year for temporary reassignment under section 315(b). (b) Determination.--To ensure a recreation service provider described in subsection (a) is able to make an informed decision before surrendering any unused visitor-use day under subsection (a)(2), the Secretary concerned shall, on the request of the applicable recreation service provider, determine and notify the recreation service provider whether the unused visitor-use day meets the requirement described in section 314(b)(3)(B) before the recreation service provider surrenders the unused visitor-use day. SEC. 314. REVIEWS FOR TRANSITIONAL PERMITS AND LONG-TERM PERMITS. (a) Monitoring.--The Secretary concerned shall monitor for compliance a recreation service provider-- (1) annually, in the case of a transitional special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding issued under section 312; (2) once every 2 years, in the case of a special recreation permit described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv)(I) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)) that is issued for a term of 10 years; (3) in the case of a special recreation permit replaced under section 312 with a long-term special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding with a term of 10 years, during each of the 4th, 6th, 8th, and 10th years in which the long-term special recreation permit is in effect; and (4) in the case of a special recreation permit replaced under section 312 with a long-term special recreation permit for outfitting and guiding with a term of 5 years, during each of the 4th and 5th years in which the special recreation permit is in effect. (b) Use-of-Allocation Reviews.-- (1) In general.--If the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, or the Secretary, as applicable, allocates visitor-use days among special recreation permits for outfitting and guiding, the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, shall, and the Secretary may, review the use by the recreation service provider of the visitor-use days allocated-- (A) under a transitional special recreation permit issued under section 312, not later than 90 days before the date on which the transitional special recreation permit expires; and (B) under a long-term special recreation permit described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv)(I) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)), once every 5 years. (2) Requirements of the review.--In conducting a review under paragraph (1), the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, or the Secretary, as applicable, shall determine-- (A) the number of visitor-use days that the recreation service provider has used each year under the transitional special recreation permit or the special recreation permit, in accordance with paragraph (3); and (B) of the years identified under subparagraph (A), the year in which the recreation service provider used the most visitor-use days. (3) Consideration of surrendered, unused visitor-use days.--For the purposes of determining the number of visitor- use days a recreation service provider has used in a specified year under paragraph (2)(A), the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, and the Secretary, as applicable, shall consider an unused visitor-use day that has been surrendered under section 313(a)(2) as-- (A) \1/2\ of a visitor-use day used; or (B) 1 visitor-use day used, if the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, or the Secretary, as applicable, determines the use of the allocated visitor-use day had been or will be prevented by a circumstance beyond the control of the recreation service provider. SEC. 315. ADJUSTMENT OF ALLOCATED VISITOR-USE DAYS. (a) Adjustments Following Use of Allocation Reviews.--On the completion of a use-of-allocation review of a special recreation permit described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv)(I) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)) conducted under section 314(b), the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service, or the Secretary, as applicable, shall adjust the number of visitor-use days allocated to a recreation service provider under the special recreation permit as follows: (1) If the Secretary concerned determines that the performance of the recreation service provider was satisfactory during the most recent review conducted under subsection (a) of section 314, the annual number of visitor-use days allocated for each remaining year of the permit shall be equal to 125 percent of the number of visitor-use days used, as determined under subsection (b)(2)(A) of that section, during the year identified under subsection (b)(2)(B) of that section, not to exceed the level allocated to the recreation service provider on the date on which the special recreation permit was issued. (2) If the Secretary concerned determines the performance of the recreation service provider is less than satisfactory during the most recent performance review conducted under subsection (a) of section 314, the annual number of visitor-use days allocated for each remaining year of the special recreation permit shall be equal to not more than 100 percent of the number of visitor-use days used, as determined under subsection (b)(2)(A) of that section during the year identified under subsection (b)(2)(B) of that section. (b) Temporary Reassignment of Unused Visitor-Use Days.--The Secretary concerned may temporarily assign unused visitor-use days, made available under section 313(a)(2) to-- (1) any other existing or potential recreation service provider, notwithstanding the number of visitor-use days allocated to the special recreation permit holder under the special recreation permit held or to be held by the recreation service provider; or (2) any existing or potential holder of a special recreation permit described in clause (i) or (iii) of paragraph (13)(A) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)), including the public. (c) Additional Capacity.--If unallocated visitor-use days are available, the Secretary concerned may, at any time, amend a special recreation permit to allocate additional visitor-use days to a qualified recreation service provider. Subtitle B--Additional Provisions Relating to Special Recreation Permits SEC. 321. PERMITTING PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS. (a) In General.--To simplify the process of the issuance and reissuance of special recreation permits and reduce the cost of administering special recreation permits under subsection (h) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)), the Secretaries shall-- (1) during the period beginning on January 1, 2021, and ending on January 1, 2025-- (A) evaluate the process for issuing special recreation permits; and (B) based on the evaluation under subparagraph (A), identify opportunities-- (i) to eliminate duplicative processes with respect to issuing special recreation permits; (ii) to reduce costs for the issuance of special recreation permits; (iii) to decrease processing times for special recreation permits; and (iv) to issue simplified special recreation permits, including special recreation permits for an organized group recreation activity or event under subsection (e); and (2) not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretaries complete the evaluation and identification processes under paragraph (1), revise, as necessary, relevant agency regulations and guidance documents, including regulations and guidance documents relating to the environmental review process, for special recreation permits to implement the improvements identified under paragraph (1)(B). (b) Environmental Reviews.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall, to the maximum extent practicable, utilize available tools, including tiering to existing programmatic reviews, as appropriate, to facilitate an effective and efficient environmental review process for activities undertaken by the Secretary concerned relating to the issuance of special recreation permits. (2) Categorical exclusions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall-- (A) evaluate-- (i) whether existing categorical exclusions available to the Secretary concerned on the date of enactment of this Act are consistent with the provisions of this Act; and (ii) whether a modification of an existing categorical exclusion or the establishment of 1 or more new categorical exclusions developed in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) is necessary to undertake an activity described in paragraph (1) in a manner consistent with the authorities and requirements in this Act; and (B) revise relevant agency regulations and policy statements, as necessary, to modify existing categorical exclusions or incorporate new categorical exclusions based on the evaluation conducted under subparagraph (A). (c) Needs Assessments.--Except as required under subsection (c) or (d) of section 4 of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1133), the Secretary concerned shall not conduct a needs assessment as a condition of issuing a special recreation permit under subsection (h) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)). (d) Online Applications.--Using funds made available to the Secretaries, not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall make the application for a special recreation permit under subsection (h) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)), including a reissuance of a special recreation permit under that section, available for completion and submission-- (1) online; (2) by mail or electronic mail; and (3) in person at the field office for the applicable Federal recreational lands and waters. (e) Special Recreation Permits for an Organized Group Recreation Activity or Event.-- (1) Definitions.--In this subsection: (A) Special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event.--The term ``special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event'' means a special recreation permit described in subclause (I) or (III) of paragraph (13)(A)(iii) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)). (B) Youth group.--The term ``youth group'' means a recreation service provider that predominantly serves individuals not older than 25 years of age. (2) Exemption from certain allocations of use.--If the Secretary concerned allocates visitor-use days available for an area or activity on Federal recreational lands and waters among recreation service providers that hold a permit described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)), a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event shall not be subject to that allocation of visitor-use days. (3) Issuance.--In accordance with paragraphs (5) and (6), if use by the general public is not subject to a limited entry permit system and if capacity is available for the times or days in which the proposed activity or event would be undertaken, on request of a recreation service provider (including a youth group) to conduct an organized group recreation activity or event described in subclause (I) or (III) of paragraph (13)(A)(iii) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)), the Secretary concerned-- (A) shall make a nominal effects determination to determine whether the proposed activity or event would have more than nominal effects on Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (B)(i) shall not require a recreation service provider (including a youth group) to obtain a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event if the Secretary concerned determines-- (I) the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (II) establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is not necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; (ii) in the case of an organized group recreation activity or event described in subclause (I) of that paragraph, may issue to a recreation service provider (including a youth group) a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event, subject to any terms and conditions as are determined to be appropriate by the Secretary concerned, if the Secretary concerned determines-- (I) the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (II) establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; (iii) in the case of an organized group recreation activity or event described in subclause (III) of that paragraph, shall issue to a recreation service provider (including a youth group) a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event, subject to such terms and conditions determined to be appropriate by the Secretary concerned, if the Secretary concerned determines-- (I) the proposed activity or event to be undertaken would have only nominal effects on Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (II) establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event is necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (iv) may issue to a recreation service provider (including a youth group) a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event, subject to any terms and conditions determined to be appropriate by the Secretary concerned, if the Secretary concerned determines-- (I) the proposed activity or event to be undertaken may have more than nominal effects on Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs; and (II) establishing additional terms and conditions for the proposed activity or event would be necessary to protect or avoid conflict on or with Federal recreational lands and waters, resources, and programs. (4) Fees.--The Secretary concerned may elect not to charge a fee to a recreation service provider (including a youth group) for a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event. (5) Savings clause.--Nothing in this subsection prevents the Secretary concerned from limiting or abating the allowance of a proposed activity or event under paragraph (3)(B)(i) or the issuance of a special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event, based on resource conditions, administrative burdens, or safety issues. (6) Qualifications.--A special recreation permit for an organized group recreation activity or event issued under paragraph (3) shall be subject to the health and safety standards required by the Secretary concerned for a permit issued under paragraph (13)(A)(iv) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)). SEC. 322. SERVICE FIRST INITIATIVE AND MULTIJURISDICTIONAL TRIPS. (a) Repeal.--Section 330 of the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2001 (43 U.S.C. 1703), is repealed. (b) Cooperative Action and Sharing of Resources by the Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture.-- (1) In general.--For fiscal year 2012 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretaries, subject to annual review of Congress, may carry out an initiative, to be known as the ``Service First Initiative'', under which the Secretaries and agencies and bureaus within the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture-- (A) may establish programs to conduct projects, planning, permitting, leasing, contracting, and other activities, either jointly or on behalf of one another; (B) may co-locate in Federal offices and facilities leased by an agency of the Department of the Interior or the Department of Agriculture; and (C) may issue special rules to test the feasibility of issuing unified permits, applications, and leases. (2) Delegations of authority.--The Secretaries may make reciprocal delegations of the respective authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the Secretaries in support of the Service First Initiative agency-wide to promote customer service and efficiency. (3) Effect.--Nothing in this section alters, expands, or limits the applicability of any law (including regulations) to land administered by the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, or the Forest Service or matters under the jurisdiction of any other bureaus or offices of the Department of the Interior or the Department of Agriculture, as applicable. (4) Transfers of funding.--To facilitate the sharing of resources under the Service First Initiative, the Secretaries may make transfers of funds and reimbursements of funds on an annual basis, including transfers and reimbursements for multi- year projects, subject to the limitation that this authority may not be used to circumvent requirements and limitations imposed on the use of Federal funds. (c) Pilot Program for Special Recreation Permits for Multijurisdictional Trips.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall establish a pilot program to offer to a person seeking an authorization for a multijurisdictional trip a single joint special recreation permit or commercial use authorization that authorizes the use of each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters on which the multijurisdictional trip occurs, subject to the authorities that apply to the applicable unit of Federal recreational lands and waters. (2) Minimum number of permits.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall issue not fewer than 10 single joint special recreation permits described in paragraph (13)(A)(iv) of section 802 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801) (as amended by section 202(10)) or commercial use authorizations under the pilot program established under paragraph (1). (3) Lead agencies.--In carrying out the pilot program established under paragraph (1), the Secretaries shall-- (A) designate a lead agency for issuing and administering a single joint special recreation permit or commercial use authorization; and (B) select not fewer than 4 offices at which a person shall be able to apply for a single joint special recreation permit or commercial use authorization, of which-- (i) not fewer than 2 offices are managed by the Secretary; and (ii) not fewer than 2 offices are managed by the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (4) Retention of authority by the applicable secretary.-- Each of the Secretaries shall retain the authority to enforce the terms, stipulations, conditions, and agreements in a single joint special recreation permit or commercial use authorization issued under the pilot program established under paragraph (1) that apply specifically to the use occurring on the Federal recreational lands and waters managed by the applicable Secretary, under the authorities that apply to the applicable Federal recreational lands and waters. (5) Option to apply for separate special recreation permits or commercial use authorizations.--A person seeking an authorization for a multijurisdictional trip may apply for-- (A) a separate special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for the use of each unit of Federal recreational lands and waters on which the multijurisdictional trip occurs; or (B) a single joint special recreational permit or commercial use authorization made available under the pilot program established under paragraph (1). (6) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection applies to a concession contract issued by the National Park Service for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services. SEC. 323. PERMIT FLEXIBILITY. (a) In General.--The Secretary concerned shall establish guidelines to allow a holder of a special recreation permit under subsection (h) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)), on the approval of the Secretary concerned, to engage in another recreational activity under the special recreation permit that is substantially similar to the specific activity authorized under the special recreation permit. (b) Criteria.--For the purposes of this section, a recreational activity shall be considered to be a substantially similar recreational activity if the recreational activity-- (1) is comparable in type, nature, scope, and ecological setting to the specific activity authorized under the special recreation permit; (2) does not result in a greater impact on natural and cultural resources than the impact of the authorized activity; (3) does not adversely affect-- (A) any other holder of a special recreation permit or other permit; or (B) any other authorized use of the Federal recreational lands and waters; and (4) is consistent with-- (A) any applicable laws (including regulations); and (B) the land management plan, resource management plan, or equivalent plan applicable to the Federal recreational lands and waters. (c) Effect.--Nothing in this section affects any authority of, regulation issued by, or decision of the Secretary concerned relating to the use of electric bicycles on Federal recreational lands and waters under any other Federal law. SEC. 324. LIABILITY. (a) Insurance Requirements.-- (1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), as a condition of issuing a special recreation permit under subsection (h)(1)(B) of section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) (as amended by section 203(a)(3)) or a commercial use authorization, the Secretary concerned may require the holder of the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization to have a commercial general liability insurance policy that-- (A) is commensurate with the level of risk of the activities to be conducted under the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization; and (B) includes the United States as an additional insured in an endorsement to the applicable policy. (2) Exception.--The Secretary concerned shall not require a holder of a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization for low-risk activities, as determined by the Secretary concerned, including commemorative ceremonies and participation by the public in a recreation activity or recreation use of a specific area of Federal recreational lands and waters in which use by the public is allocated, to comply with the requirements of paragraph (1). (b) Indemnification by Governmental Entities.--The Secretary concerned shall not require a State, State agency, State institution, or political subdivision of a State to indemnify the United States for tort liability as a condition for issuing a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization to the extent the State, State agency, State institution, or political subdivision of a State is precluded by State law from providing indemnification to the United States for tort liability, if the State, State agency, State institution, or political subdivision of the State maintains the minimum amount of liability insurance coverage required by the Federal land management agency for the activities conducted under the special recreation permit or commercial use authorization in the form of-- (1) a commercial general liability insurance policy, which includes the United States as an additional insured in an endorsement to the policy, if the State is authorized to obtain commercial general liability insurance by State law; (2) self-insurance, which covers the United States as an additional insured, if authorized by State law; or (3) a combination of the coverage described in paragraphs (1) and (2). (c) Exculpatory Agreements.-- (1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), a Federal land management agency shall not implement, administer, or enforce any regulation, guidance, or policy prohibiting the use of an exculpatory agreement between a recreation service provider or a holder of a commercial use authorization and a customer relating to services provided under a special recreation permit or a commercial use authorization. (2) Requirements.--Any exculpatory agreement used by a recreation service provider or holder of a commercial use authorization for an activity authorized under a special recreation permit or commercial use authorization-- (A) shall shield the United States from any liability, if otherwise allowable under Federal law; and (B) shall not waive any liability of the recreation service provider or holder of the commercial use authorization that may not be waived under the laws (including common law) of the applicable State or for gross negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct. (3) Consistency.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries shall-- (A) review the policies of the Secretaries pertaining to the use of exculpatory agreements by recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations; and (B) revise any policy described in subparagraph (A) as necessary to make the policies of the Secretaries pertaining to the use of exculpatory agreements by recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations consistent with this subsection and across all Federal recreational lands and waters. (d) Effect.--Nothing in this section applies to a concession contract issued by the National Park Service for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services. SEC. 325. COST RECOVERY REFORM. (a) Cost Recovery for Special Recreation Permits.--In addition to a fee collected under section 803 of the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6802) or any other authorized fee collected by the Secretary concerned, the Secretary concerned may assess and collect a reasonable fee from an applicant for, and holder of, a special recreation permit to recover administrative costs incurred by the Secretary concerned for-- (1) processing a proposal or application for the special recreation permit; (2) issuing the special recreation permit; and (3) monitoring the special recreation permit to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the special recreation permit. (b) De Minimis Exemptions From Cost Recovery.--If the administrative costs described in subsection (a) are assessed on an hourly basis, the Secretary concerned shall-- (1) establish an hourly de minimis threshold that exempts a specified number of hours from the assessment and collection of administrative costs described in subsection (a); and (2) charge an applicant only for any hours that exceed the de minimis threshold. (c) Multiple Applications.--If the Secretary concerned collectively processes multiple applications for special recreation permits for the same or similar services in the same unit of Federal recreational lands and waters, the Secretary concerned shall, to the extent practicable-- (1) assess from the applicants the fee described in subsection (a) on a prorated basis; and (2) apply the requirement described in subsection (b) to each applicant on an individual basis. (d) Limitation.--The Secretary concerned shall not assess or collect administrative costs under this section for a programmatic environmental review. SEC. 326. PERMIT RELIEF FOR PICNIC AREAS. (a) In General.--If the Secretary concerned does not require the public to obtain a permit or reservation to access a picnic area on Federal recreational lands and waters administered by the Chief of the Forest Service or Director of the Bureau of Land Management, the Secretary concerned may not require a covered person described in subsection (b) to obtain a permit solely to access the picnic area. (b) Description of Covered Persons.--A covered person referred to in subsection (a) is a person (including an educational group) that provides-- (1) outfitting and guiding services on Federal recreational lands and waters; and (2) the services described in paragraph (1) to fewer than 40 customers annually at the picnic area. SEC. 327. INTERAGENCY REPORT ON SPECIAL RECREATION PERMITS FOR UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES. (a) Definition of Covered Community.--In this section, the term ``covered community'' means a rural or urban, low-income, or underserved community, including an Indian Tribe, that has been underrepresented in outdoor recreation opportunities on Federal recreational lands and waters. (b) Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretaries, acting jointly, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report that describes-- (1) the estimated use of special recreation permits serving covered communities; (2) examples of special recreation permits, partnerships, cooperative agreements, or other arrangements providing access to Federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities; (3) other ways covered communities are engaging on Federal recreational lands and waters, including through stewardship and conservation projects or activities; (4) any barriers for existing or prospective recreation service providers and holders of commercial use authorizations operating within or serving a covered community; and (5) any recommendations to facilitate and increase permitted access to Federal recreational lands and waters for covered communities. Subtitle C--Effect SEC. 331. EFFECT. Except as provided in sections 311(a), 322, and 324, nothing in this title (including an amendment made by this title) affects the authority or responsibility of the Secretary to award concessions contracts for the provision of accommodations, facilities, or services, or commercial use authorizations. TITLE IV--MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS SEC. 401. FILMING AND STILL PHOTOGRAPHY WITHIN THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM AND ON OTHER FEDERAL LAND. (a) Filming in National Park System Units.-- (1) In general.--Chapter 1009 of title 54, United States Code, is amended by striking section 100905 and inserting the following: ``Sec. 100905. Filming and still photography in System units ``(a) Filming and Still Photography.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall ensure that a filming or still photography activity or similar recording project in a System unit (referred to in this section as a `filming or still photography activity') and the authorizing or permitting of a filming or still photography activity are carried out in accordance with-- ``(A) the laws and policies applicable to the Service; ``(B) the applicable general management plan; and ``(C) this section. ``(2) No permits required.--The Secretary shall not require an authorization or a permit or assess a fee, if a fee for a filming or still photography activity is not otherwise required by law, for a filming or still photography activity that-- ``(A)(i) involves fewer than 6 individuals; and ``(ii) meets each of the requirements described in paragraph (5); ``(B) is merely incidental to an activity or event that is allowed or authorized at the System unit, regardless of-- ``(i) the number of individuals participating in the allowed or authorized activity or event; or ``(ii) whether any individual receives compensation for any products of the filming or still photography activity; or ``(C) is a news-gathering activity, unless the news-gathering activity does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph (5). ``(3) Filming and still photography authorizations for de minimis use.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a de minimis use authorization for filming or still photography activities that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (F). ``(B) Policy.--For a filming or still photography activity that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (F), the Secretary-- ``(i) may require a de minimis use authorization; and ``(ii) shall not require a permit. ``(C) No fee.--The Secretary shall not charge a fee for a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph. ``(D) Application.--The Secretary shall provide for a person to apply for and obtain a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph-- ``(i) through the website of the Service; and ``(ii) in person at the field office of the applicable System unit. ``(E) Issuances.--The Secretary shall-- ``(i) establish a procedure-- ``(I) to automate the approval of an application submitted through the website of the Service under subparagraph (D)(i); and ``(II) to issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph immediately on receipt of an application that is submitted in person at the field office of the applicable System unit under subparagraph (D)(ii); and ``(ii) if an application submitted under subparagraph (D) meets the requirements of this paragraph, immediately on receipt of the application issue a de minimis use authorization for the filming or still photography activity. ``(F) Requirements.--The Secretary shall only issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph if the filming or still photography activity-- ``(i) involves a group of not fewer than 6 individuals and not more than 8 individuals; ``(ii) meets each of the requirements described in paragraph (5); and ``(iii) is consistent with subsection (c). ``(G) Contents.--A de minimis use authorization issued under this paragraph shall list the requirements described in subparagraph (F). ``(4) Required permits.--Except as provided in paragraph (2)(B), the Secretary may require a permit application and, if a permit is issued, assess a reasonable fee, as described in subsection (b)(1), for a filming or still photography activity that-- ``(A) involves more than 8 individuals; or ``(B) does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph (5). ``(5) Requirements for filming or still photography activity.--The requirements referred to in paragraphs (2)(A)(ii), (3)(F)(ii), (4)(B), and (7)(C) are as follows: ``(A) A person conducts the filming or still photography activity in a manner that-- ``(i) does not impede or intrude on the experience of other visitors to the applicable System unit; ``(ii) except as otherwise authorized, does not disturb or negatively impact-- ``(I) a natural or cultural resource; or ``(II) an environmental or scenic value; and ``(iii) allows for equitable allocation or use of facilities of the applicable System unit. ``(B) The person conducts the filming or still photography activity at a location in which the public is allowed. ``(C) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not require the exclusive use of a site or area. ``(D) The person does not-- ``(i) conduct the filming or still photography activity in a localized area that receives a very high volume of visitation; and ``(ii) in the discretion of the Secretary, negatively impact the experience of another visitor in the localized area. ``(E) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not use a set or staging equipment, subject to the limitation that handheld equipment (such as a tripod, monopod, and handheld lighting equipment) shall not be considered staging equipment for the purposes of this subparagraph. ``(F) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with and adheres to visitor use policies, practices, and regulations applicable to the applicable System unit. ``(G) The filming or still photography activity is not likely to result in additional administrative costs being incurred by the Secretary with respect to the filming or still photography activity, as determined by the Secretary. ``(H) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with other applicable Federal, State, and local laws (including regulations), including laws relating to the use of unmanned aerial equipment. ``(6) Content creation.--Regardless of distribution platform, any video, still photograph, or audio recording for commercial or noncommercial content creation at a System unit shall be considered to be a filming or still photography activity under this subsection. ``(7) Effect.-- ``(A) Permits requested though not required.--On the request of a person intending to carry out a filming or still photography activity, the Secretary may issue a permit and assess a reasonable fee for the filming or still photography activity, even if a permit for the filming or still photography activity is not required under this section. ``(B) No additional permits, commercial use authorizations, or fees for filming and still photography at authorized events.--If an activity or event is allowed or authorized under a permit, such as a wedding, engagement party, family reunion, photography club outing, or celebration of a graduate, the activity or event organizers or any relevant party to the activity or event shall not need a separate permit for the filming or still photography activity at the allowed or permitted activity or event. ``(C) Monetary compensation.--The receipt of monetary compensation by the person conducting the filming or still photography activity shall not affect the permissibility of the filming or still photography activity or the application of the requirements under this section. ``(D) Wilderness act applicability.-- ``(i) In general.--Nothing in this subsection supersedes the provisions of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.). ``(ii) Applicability.--The provisions of this section shall apply in a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System to the extent consistent with the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.). ``(b) Fees and Recovery Costs.-- ``(1) Fees.--The reasonable fees referred to in paragraphs (4) and (7)(A) of subsection (a) shall meet each of the following criteria: ``(A) The reasonable fee shall provide a fair return to the United States. ``(B) The reasonable fee shall be based on the following criteria: ``(i) The number of days of the filming or still photography activity. ``(ii) The size of the film or still photography crew present at the System unit. ``(iii) The quantity and type of film or still photography equipment present at the System unit. ``(iv) Any other factors that the Secretary determines to be necessary. ``(2) Recovery of costs.-- ``(A) In general.--For any permit issued under subsection (a) and in addition to any fee assessed in accordance with paragraph (1), the Secretary shall collect from the applicant for the applicable permit any costs incurred by the Secretary related to a filming or still photography activity subject to a permit under subsection (a)(4), including-- ``(i) the costs of the review or issuance of the permit; and ``(ii) related administrative and personnel costs. ``(B) Effect on fees collected.--All costs recovered under subparagraph (A) shall be in addition to the fee described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Use of proceeds.-- ``(A) Fees.--All fees collected under this section shall-- ``(i) be available for expenditure by the Secretary, without further appropriation, in accordance with the formula and purposes established under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq.); and ``(ii) remain available until expended. ``(B) Costs.--All costs recovered under paragraph (2)(A) shall-- ``(i) be available for expenditure by the Secretary, without further appropriation, at the System unit at which the costs are collected; and ``(ii) remain available until expended. ``(c) Protection of Resources.--The Secretary may create use limits on or require a person to cease, move, or modify a filming or still photography activity, whether or not the activity has been permitted, if the Secretary determines that-- ``(1) there is a likelihood that the person would cause resource damage at the System unit, except as otherwise authorized; ``(2) the person would create an unreasonable disruption of the use and enjoyment by the public of the System unit; ``(3) the activity would impede the routine, emergency, or otherwise necessary management and staff operations on the System unit; or ``(4) the filming or still photography activity poses a health or safety risk to the public. ``(d) Processing of Permit Applications.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a process to ensure that the Secretary responds in a timely manner to an application for a permit for a filming or still photography activity required under subsection (a)(4). ``(2) Coordination.--If a permit is required under this section for 2 or more Federal agencies or System units, the Secretary and the head of any other applicable Federal agency, as applicable, shall, to the maximum extent practicable, coordinate permit processing procedures, including through the use of identifying a lead agency or lead System unit-- ``(A) to review the application for the permit; ``(B) to issue the permit; and ``(C) to collect any required fees.''. (2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 1009 of title 54, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 100905 and inserting the following: ``100905. Filming and still photography in System units.''. (b) Filming on Other Federal Land.--Public Law 106-206 (16 U.S.C. 460l-6d) is amended by striking section 1 and inserting the following: ``SECTION 1. FILMING AND STILL PHOTOGRAPHY. ``(a) Filming and Still Photography.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall ensure that a filming or still photography activity or similar recording project at a Federal land management unit (referred to in this section as a `filming or still photography activity') and the authorizing or permitting of a filming or still photography activity are carried out in accordance with-- ``(A) the laws and policies applicable to the Secretary concerned; ``(B) the applicable general management plan; and ``(C) this section. ``(2) No permits required.--The Secretary concerned shall not require an authorization or a permit or assess a fee, if a fee for a filming or still photography activity is not otherwise required by law, for a filming or still photography activity that-- ``(A)(i) involves fewer than 6 individuals; and ``(ii) meets each of the requirements described in paragraph (5); ``(B) is merely incidental to an activity or event that is allowed or authorized at the Federal land management unit, regardless of-- ``(i) the number of individuals participating in the allowed or authorized activity or event; or ``(ii) whether any individual receives compensation for any products of the filming or still photography activity; or ``(C) is a news-gathering activity, unless the news-gathering activity does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph (5). ``(3) Filming and still photography authorizations for de minimis use.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall establish a de minimis use authorization for filming or still photography activities that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (F). ``(B) Policy.--For a filming or still photography activity that meets the requirements described in subparagraph (F), the Secretary concerned-- ``(i) may require a de minimis use authorization; and ``(ii) shall not require a permit. ``(C) No fee.--The Secretary concerned shall not charge a fee for a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph. ``(D) Application.--The Secretary concerned shall provide for a person to apply for and obtain a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph-- ``(i) through the website of the Department of the Interior or the Forest Service, as applicable; and ``(ii) in person at the field office for the Federal land management unit. ``(E) Issuances.--The Secretary concerned shall-- ``(i) establish a procedure-- ``(I) to automate the approval of an application submitted through the website of the Department of the Interior or the Forest Service, as applicable, under subparagraph (D)(i); and ``(II) to issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph immediately on receipt of an application that is submitted in person at the field office for the Federal land management unit under subparagraph (D)(ii); and ``(ii) if an application submitted under subparagraph (D) meets the requirements of this paragraph, immediately on receipt of the application issue a de minimis use authorization for the filming or still photography activity. ``(F) Requirements.--The Secretary concerned shall only issue a de minimis use authorization under this paragraph if the filming or still photography activity-- ``(i) involves a group of not fewer than 6 individuals and not more than 8 individuals; ``(ii) meets each of the requirements described in paragraph (5); and ``(iii) is consistent with subsection (c). ``(G) Contents.--A de minimis use authorization issued under this paragraph shall list the requirements described in subparagraph (F). ``(4) Required permits.--Except as provided in paragraph (2)(B), the Secretary concerned may require a permit application and, if a permit is issued, assess a reasonable fee, as described in subsection (b)(1), for a filming or still photography activity that-- ``(A) involves more than 8 individuals; or ``(B) does not meet each of the requirements described in paragraph (5). ``(5) Requirements for filming or still photography activity.--The requirements referred to in paragraphs (2)(A)(ii), (3)(F)(ii), (4)(B), and (7)(C) are as follows: ``(A) A person conducts the filming or still photography activity in a manner that-- ``(i) does not impede or intrude on the experience of other visitors to the Federal land management unit; ``(ii) except as otherwise authorized, does not disturb or negatively impact-- ``(I) a natural or cultural resource; or ``(II) an environmental or scenic value; and ``(iii) allows for equitable allocation or use of facilities of the Federal land management unit. ``(B) The person conducts the filming or still photography activity at a location in which the public is allowed. ``(C) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not require the exclusive use of a site or area. ``(D) The person does not-- ``(i) conduct the filming or still photography activity in a localized area that receives a very high volume of visitation; and ``(ii) in the discretion of the Secretary, negatively impact the experience of another visitor in the localized area. ``(E) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity does not use a set or staging equipment, subject to the limitation that handheld equipment (such as a tripod, monopod, and handheld lighting equipment) shall not be considered staging equipment for the purposes of this subparagraph. ``(F) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with and adheres to visitor use policies, practices, and regulations applicable to the Federal land management unit. ``(G) The filming or still photography activity is not likely to result in additional administrative costs being incurred by the Secretary concerned with respect to the filming or still photography activity, as determined by the Secretary concerned. ``(H) The person conducting the filming or still photography activity complies with other applicable Federal, State, and local laws (including regulations), including laws relating to the use of unmanned aerial equipment. ``(6) Content creation.--Regardless of distribution platform, any video, still photograph, or audio recording for commercial or noncommercial content creation at a Federal land management unit shall be considered to be a filming or still photography activity under this subsection. ``(7) Effect.-- ``(A) Permits requested though not required.--On the request of a person intending to carry out a filming or still photography activity, the Secretary concerned may issue a permit and assess a reasonable fee for the filming or still photography activity, even if a permit for the filming or still photography activity is not required under this section. ``(B) No additional permits, commercial use authorizations, or fees for filming and still photography at authorized events.--If an activity or event is allowed or authorized under a permit, such as a wedding, engagement party, family reunion, photography club outing, or celebration of a graduate, the activity or event organizers or any relevant party to the activity or event shall not need a separate permit for the filming or still photography activity at the allowed or permitted activity or event. ``(C) Monetary compensation.--The receipt of monetary compensation by the person conducting the filming or still photography activity shall not affect the permissibility of the filming or still photography activity or the application of the requirements under this section. ``(D) Wilderness act applicability.-- ``(i) In general.--Nothing in this subsection supersedes the provisions of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.). ``(ii) Applicability.--The provisions of this section shall apply in a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System to the extent consistent with the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.). ``(b) Fees and Recovery Costs.-- ``(1) Fees.--The reasonable fees referred to in paragraphs (4) and (7)(A) of subsection (a) shall meet each of the following criteria: ``(A) The reasonable fee shall provide a fair return to the United States. ``(B) The reasonable fee shall be based on the following criteria: ``(i) The number of days of the filming or still photography activity. ``(ii) The size of the film or still photography crew present at the Federal land management unit. ``(iii) The quantity and type of film or still photography equipment present at the Federal land management unit. ``(iv) Any other factors that the Secretary concerned determines to be necessary. ``(2) Recovery of costs.-- ``(A) In general.--For any permit issued under subsection (a) and in addition to any fee assessed in accordance with paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned shall collect from the applicant for the applicable permit any costs incurred by the Secretary concerned related to a filming or still photography activity subject to a permit under subsection (a)(4), including-- ``(i) the costs of the review or issuance of the permit; and ``(ii) related administrative and personnel costs. ``(B) Effect on fees collected.--All costs recovered under subparagraph (A) shall be in addition to the fee described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Use of proceeds.-- ``(A) Fees.--All fees collected under this section shall-- ``(i) be available for expenditure by the Secretary concerned, without further appropriation, in accordance with the formula and purposes established in the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6801 et seq.); and ``(ii) remain available until expended. ``(B) Costs.--All costs recovered under paragraph (2)(A) shall-- ``(i) be available for expenditure by the Secretary concerned, without further appropriation, at the Federal land management unit at which the costs are collected; and ``(ii) remain available until expended. ``(c) Protection of Resources.--The Secretary concerned may create use limits on or require a person to cease, move, or modify a filming or still photography activity, whether or not the activity has been permitted, if the Secretary concerned determines that-- ``(1) there is a likelihood that the person would cause resource damage at the Federal land management unit, except as otherwise authorized; ``(2) the person would create an unreasonable disruption of the use and enjoyment by the public of the Federal land management unit; ``(3) the activity would impede the routine, emergency, or otherwise necessary management and staff operations on the System unit; or ``(4) the filming or still photography activity poses a health or safety risk to the public. ``(d) Processing of Permit Applications.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary concerned shall establish a process to ensure that the Secretary concerned responds in a timely manner to an application for a permit for a filming or still photography activity required under subsection (a)(4). ``(2) Coordination.--If a permit is required under this section for 2 or more Federal agencies or Federal land management units, the Secretary concerned and the head of any other applicable Federal agency, as applicable, shall, to the maximum extent practicable, coordinate permit processing procedures, including through the use of identifying a lead agency or lead Federal land management unit-- ``(A) to review the application for the permit; ``(B) to issue the permit; and ``(C) to collect any required fees. ``(e) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Federal land management unit.--The term `Federal land management unit' means-- ``(A) Federal land (other than National Park System land) under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior; and ``(B) National Forest System land. ``(2) Secretary concerned.--The term `Secretary concerned' means-- ``(A) the Secretary of the Interior, with respect to land described in paragraph (1)(A); and ``(B) the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to land described in paragraph (1)(B).''. SEC. 402. VOLUNTEER ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM. The Volunteers in the National Forests Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 558a et seq.) is amended-- (1) by striking section 5; (2) by redesignating the first section and sections 2, 3, and 4 as sections 4, 5, 6, and 9, respectively; (3) by inserting before section 4 (as so redesignated) the following: ``SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ``This Act may be cited as the `Volunteers in the National Forests and Public Land Act'. ``SEC. 2. PURPOSE. ``The purpose of this Act is to leverage volunteer engagement to supplement projects that are carried out by the Secretaries to fulfill the missions of the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management and are accomplished with appropriated funds. ``SEC. 3. DEFINITION OF SECRETARIES. ``In this Act, the term `Secretaries' means each of-- ``(1) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service; and ``(2) the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management.''; (4) in section 4 (as so redesignated)-- (A) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``(hereinafter referred to as the `Secretary') is'' in the first sentence and inserting the following: ``SEC. 4. AUTHORIZATION. ``The Secretaries are''; (B) in the first sentence-- (i) by inserting ``and'' after ``civil service''; (ii) by inserting ``recreation access, trail construction or maintenance, facility construction or maintenance, educational uses (including outdoor classroom construction or maintenance),'' after ``for or in aid of''; and (iii) by striking ``Secretary through the Forest Service'' and inserting ``Secretaries''; and (C) in the second sentence, by striking ``Secretary'' and inserting ``Secretaries''; (5) in section 5 (as so redesignated)-- (A) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``Secretary is'' and inserting the following: ``SEC. 5. INCIDENTAL EXPENSES. ``The Secretaries are''; and (B) by inserting ``training, equipment,'' after ``lodging,''; (6) in section 6 (as so redesignated)-- (A) by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``(a) Except as'' and inserting the following: ``SEC. 6. CONSIDERATION AS FEDERAL EMPLOYEE. ``(a) Except as''; and (B) in subsection (e)-- (i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``the Secretary'' and inserting ``either of the Secretaries''; (ii) in paragraph (1), by striking ``with the Secretary'' and inserting ``or cooperative agreement with either of the Secretaries''; and (iii) in paragraph (2)-- (I) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ``the Secretary in the mutual benefit agreement'' and inserting ``either of the Secretaries in the mutual benefit agreement or cooperative agreement''; (II) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``to be performed by the volunteers'' and inserting ``, including the geographic boundaries of the work to be performed by the volunteers,''; (III) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``and'' at the end; (IV) in subparagraph (C)-- (aa) by striking ``the Secretary, when feasible'' and inserting ``either of the Secretaries, if feasible and only if necessary''; and (bb) by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and (V) by adding at the end the following: ``(D) the equipment the volunteers are authorized to use; ``(E) the training the volunteers are required to complete; ``(F) the actions the volunteers are authorized to take; and ``(G) any other terms and conditions that are determined to be necessary by the applicable Secretary.''; (7) by inserting before section 9 (as so redesignated) the following: ``SEC. 7. PROMOTION OF VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. ``The Secretaries shall promote volunteer opportunities in areas administered by the Secretaries. ``SEC. 8. LIABILITY INSURANCE. ``The Secretaries shall not require a cooperator or volunteer (as those terms are used in section 6) to have liability insurance to provide the volunteer services authorized under this Act.''; and (8) in section 9 (as so redesignated), by striking the section designation and all that follows through ``There are'' and inserting the following: ``SEC. 9. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. ``There are''. SEC. 403. CAPE AND ANTLER PRESERVATION ENHANCEMENT. Section 104909(c) of title 54, United States Code, is amended by striking ``meat from'' and inserting ``meat and any other part of an animal removed pursuant to''. SEC. 404. FEDERAL LAND AND WATER AQUATIC RESOURCE ACTIVITIES ASSISTANCE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Aquatic nuisance species task force.--The term ``Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force'' means the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force established by section 1201(a) of the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 4721(a)). (2) Federal land and water.--The term ``Federal land and water'' means Federal land and water operated and maintained by the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, Forest Service, or National Park Service, as applicable. (3) Inspection.--The term ``inspection'' means an inspection to prevent and respond to biological invasions of an aquatic ecosystem. (4) Partner.--The term ``partner'' means-- (A) a Reclamation State; (B) an Indian Tribe in a Reclamation State; (C) an applicable nonprofit organization in a Reclamation State; or (D) a unit of local government in a Reclamation State. (5) Reclamation state.--The term ``Reclamation State'' includes any of the States of-- (A) Alaska; (B) Arizona; (C) California; (D) Colorado; (E) Idaho; (F) Kansas; (G) Montana; (H) Nebraska; (I) Nevada; (J) New Mexico; (K) North Dakota; (L) Oklahoma; (M) Oregon; (N) South Dakota; (O) Texas; (P) Utah; (Q) Washington; and (R) Wyoming. (6) Secretaries.--The term ``Secretaries'' means each of-- (A) the Secretary, acting through the Director of the Bureau of Land Management, the Commissioner of Reclamation, and the Director of the National Park Service; and (B) the Secretary of Agriculture, acting through the Chief of the Forest Service. (b) Authority of Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation, National Park Service, and Forest Service With Respect to Certain Aquatic Resource Activities on Federal Land and Water.-- (1) In general.--The Secretaries may inspect and decontaminate vessels entering or leaving Federal land and water located within a river basin that contains a Bureau of Reclamation water project. (2) Requirements.--The Secretaries shall-- (A) in carrying out an inspection under paragraph (1), coordinate with 1 or more partners; (B) consult with the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force to identify potential improvements and efficiencies in the detection and management of invasive species on Federal land and water; and (C) to the maximum extent practicable, inspect vessels in a manner that minimizes disruptions to public access for boating and recreation in noncontaminated vessels. (3) Partnerships.--The Secretaries may enter into a partnership to provide technical assistance to a partner-- (A) to carry out an inspection or decontamination of vessels; or (B) to establish an inspection and decontamination station for vessels. (4) Limitation.--The Secretaries shall not prohibit access to Federal land and water for vessels under this subsection in the absence of an inspector. (5) Data sharing.--The Secretaries shall make available to a Reclamation State any data gathered related to inspections carried out in the Reclamation State under this subsection. (c) Grant Program for Reclamation States for Vessel Inspection and Decontamination Stations.-- (1) Vessels inspections in reclamation states.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation, shall establish a competitive grant program to provide grants to partners to conduct inspections and decontamination of vessels operating in reservoirs operated and maintained by the Secretary, including to purchase, establish, operate, or maintain a vessel inspection and decontamination station. (2) Cost share.--The Federal share of the cost of a grant under paragraph (1), including personnel costs, shall not exceed 75 percent. (3) Standards.--Before awarding a grant under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall determine that the project is technically and financially feasible. (4) Coordination.--In carrying out this subsection, the Secretary shall coordinate with-- (A) each of the Reclamation States; (B) affected Indian Tribes; and (C) the Aquatic Nuisance Species Task Force. SEC. 405. AMENDMENTS TO THE MODERNIZING ACCESS TO OUR PUBLIC LAND ACT. The Modernizing Access to Our Public Land Act (16 U.S.C. 6851 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 3(1) (16 U.S.C. 6852(1)), by striking ``public outdoor recreational use'' and inserting ``recreation sites''; (2) in section 5(a)(4) (16 U.S.C. 6854(a)(4)), by striking ``permanently restricted or prohibited'' and inserting ``regulated or closed''; and (3) in section 6(b) (16 U.S.C. 6855(b))-- (A) by striking ``may'' and inserting ``shall''; and (B) by striking ``the Secretary of the Interior'' and inserting ``the Secretaries''. SEC. 406. OUTDOOR RECREATION LEGACY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that represents or otherwise serves a qualifying area. (2) Eligible nonprofit organization.--The term ``eligible nonprofit organization'' means an organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such code. (3) Entity.--The term ``entity'' means-- (A) a State; (B) a political subdivision of a State, including-- (i) a city; (ii) a county; and (iii) a special purpose district that manages open space, including a park district; and (C) an Indian Tribe, urban Indian organization, or Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian community or organization. (4) Low-income community.--The term ``low-income community'' means any census block group in which 30 percent or more of the population are individuals with an annual household income equal to, or less than, the greater of-- (A) an amount equal to 80 percent of the median income of the area in which the household is located, as reported by the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and (B) an amount equal to 200 percent of the Federal poverty line. (5) Outdoor recreation legacy partnership program.--The term ``Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program'' means the program established under subsection (b)(1). (6) Qualifying area.--The term ``qualifying area'' means-- (A) an urbanized area or urban cluster that has a population of 25,000 or more in the most recent census; (B) 2 or more adjacent urban clusters with a combined population of 25,000 or more in the most recent census; or (C) an area administered by an Indian Tribe or an Alaska Native or Native Hawaiian community organization. (7) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, and each territory of the United States. (b) Grants Authorized.-- (1) Establishment of program.-- (A) In general.--The Secretary shall establish an outdoor recreation legacy partnership program under which the Secretary may award grants to eligible entities for projects-- (i) to acquire land and water for parks and other outdoor recreation purposes in qualifying areas; and (ii) to develop new or renovate existing outdoor recreation facilities that provide outdoor recreation opportunities to the public in qualifying areas. (B) Priority.--In awarding grants to eligible entities under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall give priority to projects that-- (i) create or significantly enhance access to park and recreational opportunities in an urban neighborhood or community; (ii) engage and empower underserved communities and youth; (iii) provide employment or job training opportunities for youth or underserved communities; (iv) establish or expand public-private partnerships, with a focus on leveraging resources; and (v) take advantage of coordination among various levels of government. (2) Matching requirement.-- (A) In general.--As a condition of receiving a grant under paragraph (1), an eligible entity shall provide matching funds in the form of cash or an in- kind contribution in an amount equal to not less than 100 percent of the amounts made available under the grant. (B) Waiver.--The Secretary may waive all or part of the matching requirement under subparagraph (A) if the Secretary determines that-- (i) no reasonable means are available through which the eligible entity can meet the matching requirement; and (ii) the probable benefit of the project outweighs the public interest in the matching requirement. (C) Administrative expenses.--Not more than 10 percent of funds provided to an eligible entity under a grant awarded under paragraph (1) may be used for administrative expenses. (3) Considerations.--In awarding grants to eligible entities under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consider the extent to which a project would-- (A) provide recreation opportunities in underserved communities in which access to parks is not adequate to meet local needs; (B) provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and public land volunteerism; (C) support innovative or cost-effective ways to enhance parks and other recreation-- (i) opportunities; or (ii) delivery of services; (D) support park and recreation programming provided by cities, including cooperative agreements with community-based eligible nonprofit organizations; (E) develop Native American event sites and cultural gathering spaces; and (F) provide benefits such as community resilience, reduction of urban heat islands, enhanced water or air quality, or habitat for fish or wildlife. (4) Eligible uses.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraph (B), a grant recipient may use a grant awarded under paragraph (1) for a project described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of that paragraph. (B) Limitations on use.--A grant recipient may not use grant funds for-- (i) incidental costs related to land acquisition, including appraisal and titling; (ii) operation and maintenance activities; (iii) facilities that support semiprofessional or professional athletics; (iv) indoor facilities, such as recreation centers or facilities that support primarily non-outdoor purposes; or (v) acquisition of land or interests in land that restrict access to specific persons. (c) Review and Evaluation Requirements.--In carrying out the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program, the Secretary shall-- (1) conduct an initial screening and technical review of applications received; (2) evaluate and score all qualifying applications; and (3) provide culturally and linguistically appropriate information to eligible entities (including low-income communities and eligible entities serving low-income communities) on-- (A) the opportunity to apply for grants under this section; (B) the application procedures by which eligible entities may apply for grants under this section; and (C) eligible uses for grants under this section. (d) Reporting.-- (1) Annual reports.--Not later than 30 days after the last day of each report period, each State lead agency that receives a grant under this section shall annually submit to the Secretary performance and financial reports that-- (A) summarize project activities conducted during the report period; and (B) provide the status of the project. (2) Final reports.--Not later than 90 days after the earlier of the date of expiration of a project period or the completion of a project, each State lead agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary a final report containing such information as the Secretary may require. SEC. 407. RECREATION BUDGET CROSSCUT. Not later than 30 days after the end of each fiscal year, beginning with fiscal year 2025, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall submit to Congress and make public online a report that describes and itemizes the total amount of funding relating to outdoor recreation that was obligated in the preceding fiscal year in accounts in the Treasury for the Department of the Interior and the Department of Agriculture. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S874
Farm Operations Support Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 874 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 874 To direct the Secretary of Labor to modify the implementation of the adverse effect wage rate for H-2A nonimmigrants. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Ossoff (for himself and Mr. Tillis) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To direct the Secretary of Labor to modify the implementation of the adverse effect wage rate for H-2A nonimmigrants. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Farm Operations Support Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFIED IMPLEMENTATION OF ADVERSE EFFECT WAGE RATE FOR H-2A NONIMMIGRANTS. The Secretary of Labor shall ensure that the adverse effect wage rate required to be paid under section 655.1308 of title 20, Code of Federal Regulations, to nonimmigrants admitted under section 101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(a)), that was in effect in a State on December 1, 2022, remains the adverse effect wage rate for such employees in that State through December 31, 2023. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S875
No Funds for Enablers of Adversarial Propaganda Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 875 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 875 To prohibit the receipt of Federal funds by individuals or entities conducting business with social media companies associated with countries of concern, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 16, 2023 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Ms. Ernst) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To prohibit the receipt of Federal funds by individuals or entities conducting business with social media companies associated with countries of concern, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``No Funds for Enablers of Adversarial Propaganda Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON RECEIPT OF FEDERAL FUNDS FOR PERSONS CONDUCTING BUSINESS WITH SOCIAL MEDIA COMPANIES ASSOCIATED WITH COUNTRIES OF CONCERN. (a) In General.--On or after the date of the enactment of this Act, no individual or entity may receive Federal funds if that individual or entity has in place any agreement, partnership, or advertising relationship with a social media company domiciled in, headquartered in, organized under the laws of, or whose principal place of business is located in a country of concern. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Country of concern.--The term ``country of concern'' means the People's Republic of China (including the Special Administrative Regions of China, including Hong Kong and Macau), Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, and Venezuela. (2) Entity.--The term ``entity'' includes a governmental entity. (3) Social media company.--The term ``social media company''-- (A) means any entity that operates, directly or indirectly, including through its parent company, subsidiaries, or affiliates, a website, desktop application, or mobile application that-- (i) permits an individual or entity to create an account or profile for the purpose of generating, sharing, and viewing user-generated content through such account or profile; (ii) sells digital advertising space; (iii) has more than 1,000,000 monthly active users for a majority of months during the preceding 12 months; (iv) enables one or more users to generate content that can be viewed by other users of the website, desktop application, or mobile application; and (v) enables users to view content generated by other users of the website, desktop application, or mobile application; and (B) does not include an entity if the entity does not operate a website, desktop application, or mobile application except for a website, desktop application, or mobile application the primary purpose of which is-- (i) to allow users to post product reviews, business reviews, or travel information and reviews; or (ii) to provide emergency alert services. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S876
90-Day Review Act
[ [ "C001098", "Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 876 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 876 To establish a 90-day limit to file a petition for judicial review of a permit, license, or approval for a highway or public transportation project, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cruz introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish a 90-day limit to file a petition for judicial review of a permit, license, or approval for a highway or public transportation project, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``90-Day Review Act''. SEC. 2. LIMITATIONS ON CLAIMS. (a) In General.--Section 139(l) of title 23, United States Code, is amended by striking ``150 days'' each place it appears and inserting ``90 days''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 330(e) of title 23, United States Code, is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``150 days'' and inserting ``90 days''; and (B) in paragraph (3)(B)(i), by striking ``150 days'' and inserting ``90 days''. (2) Section 24201(a)(4) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking ``of 150 days''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S877
Federal Permitting Modernization Act of 2023
[ [ "C001098", "Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 877 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 877 To amend the FAST Act to improve the Federal permitting process, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cruz introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the FAST Act to improve the Federal permitting process, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Federal Permitting Modernization Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FEDERAL PERMITTING MODERNIZATION. (a) Permitting Process Improvement.--Section 41003 of the FAST Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m-2) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4)(A), by striking ``or (C)'' and inserting ``or (D)''; and (2) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subparagraph (C)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (D)''; (B) by redesignating subparagraphs (B) through (G) as subparagraphs (C) through (H), respectively; (C) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following: ``(B) Notice of intent and scoping.-- ``(i) In general.--The permitting timetable under subparagraph (A) shall require that not later than 5 business days after the Coordinated Project Plan is required to be established under paragraph (1)(A), the lead agency shall publish in the Federal Register a notice of intent to prepare the relevant environmental document required by NEPA. ``(ii) Environmental impact statements.--If the relevant environmental document required by NEPA is an environmental impact statement, the notice of intent required under clause (i) and the permitting timetable under subparagraph (A) shall provide for a public scoping period of not longer than 60 days, which shall begin not later than 30 days after the date on which the notice of intent is published.''; (D) in clause (i)(IV) of subparagraph (E) (as so redesignated), by striking ``subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (C)''; (E) in clause (i) of subparagraph (G) (as so redesignated), by striking ``subparagraph (D)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (E)''; and (F) in clause (iii) of subparagraph (H) (as so redesignated), by striking ``subparagraph (F)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (G)''. (b) Coordination of Required Reviews.--Section 41005 of the FAST Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m-4) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (f) and (g) as subsections (g) and (h), respectively; and (2) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Final Environmental Impact Statement.-- ``(1) Incorporation of comments and publication of final environmental impact statement.--Subject to paragraph (2)(C), not later than 30 days after the date on which the public comment period for a draft environmental impact statement under subsection (d)(1) ends, the lead agency shall-- ``(A) incorporate any necessary changes; and ``(B) approve, adopt, and publish the final environmental impact statement. ``(2) Preparation by project sponsor.-- ``(A) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an environmental impact statement for a covered project shall not be considered legally insufficient solely because the draft environmental impact statement was prepared by, or under the supervision of, the project sponsor, if the lead agency-- ``(i) furnishes guidance and participates in the preparation of the environmental impact statement; ``(ii) independently evaluates the environmental impact statement; and ``(iii) approves and adopts the environmental impact statement. ``(B) Approval and adoption of draft statement.--If the lead agency approves and adopts a draft environmental impact statement described in subparagraph (A), the lead agency shall publish the draft environmental impact statement for public comment not later than 30 days after the date on which the lead agency receives the draft environmental impact statement. ``(C) Resubmission.--If the lead agency determines that a draft environmental impact statement described in subparagraph (A) is legally insufficient or deficient in a respect that could affect the decision of a lead agency or a cooperating agency, the lead agency shall, not later than 30 days after the date on which the agency receives the draft environmental impact statement-- ``(i) indicate all deficiencies in the draft environmental impact statement to the project sponsor for remediation; and ``(ii) allow the project sponsor to resubmit the draft detailed statement in accordance with subparagraph (B). ``(D) Savings provision.--The procedures under this paragraph shall not relieve any agency of-- ``(i) any responsibilities for the scope, objectivity, and content of an environmental impact statement; or ``(ii) any other responsibility under NEPA.''. (c) Preliminary Injunctive Relief in NEPA Actions.--Section 41007 of the FAST Act (42 U.S.C. 4370m-6) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (c) through (e) as subsections (d) through (f), respectively; (2) in subsection (b), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``In addition'' and inserting ``Subject to subsection (c), in addition''; and (3) by inserting after subsection (b) the following: ``(c) Preliminary Injunctive Relief in NEPA Actions.--In the case of an action pertaining to an environmental review conducted under NEPA, a court shall not issue a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction against an agency or a project sponsor in connection with the review or authorization of a covered project unless the court, in the discretion of the court, determines that-- ``(1) the environmental review has failed substantially and materially to comply with the requirements of NEPA; and ``(2) the failure described in paragraph (1) cannot be cured by supplementing the environmental document or other mitigation and monitoring measures.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S878
Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 878 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 878 To amend the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act to modify the offenses relating to fentanyl, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Kennedy (for himself, Mr. Cotton, Mr. Graham, Mr. Cruz, and Mrs. Britt) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act to modify the offenses relating to fentanyl, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT AMENDMENTS. Section 401(b)(1) of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)(vi)-- (A) by striking ``400'' and inserting ``20''; (B) by striking ``100'' and inserting ``5''; and (C) by inserting ``scheduled or unscheduled'' before ``analogue of''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(vi)-- (A) by striking ``40'' and inserting ``2''; (B) by striking ``10'' and inserting ``0.5''; and (C) by inserting ``scheduled or unscheduled'' before ``analogue of''. SEC. 3. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES IMPORT AND EXPORT ACT AMENDMENTS. Section 1010(b) of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (21 U.S.C. 960(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(F)-- (A) by striking ``400'' and inserting ``20''; (B) by striking ``100'' and inserting ``5''; and (C) by inserting ``scheduled or unscheduled'' before ``analogue of''; and (2) in paragraph (2)(F)-- (A) by striking ``40'' and inserting ``2''; (B) by striking ``10'' and inserting ``0.5''; and (C) by inserting ``scheduled or unscheduled'' before ``analogue of''. SEC. 4. DIRECTIVE TO THE SENTENCING COMMISSION. (a) Definition.--In this section, the term ``Commission'' means the United States Sentencing Commission. (b) Directive to the United States Sentencing Commission.--Pursuant to the authority of the Commission under section 994(p) of title 28, United States Code, and in accordance with this section, the Commission shall review and amend, if appropriate, the guidelines and policy statements of the Commission applicable to a person convicted of an offense under section 401 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 841) or section 1010 of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (21 U.S.C. 960) to ensure that the guidelines and policy statements are consistent with the amendments made by sections 2 and 3 of this Act. (c) Emergency Authority.--The Commission shall-- (1) promulgate the guidelines, policy statements, or amendments provided for in this Act as soon as practicable, and in any event not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, in accordance with the procedure set forth in section 21(a) of the Sentencing Act of 1987 (28 U.S.C. 994 note), as though the authority under that Act had not expired; and (2) pursuant to the emergency authority provided under paragraph (1), make such conforming amendments to the Federal sentencing guidelines as the Commission determines necessary to achieve consistency with other guideline provisions and applicable law. SEC. 5. INTERDICTION OF FENTANYL, OTHER SYNTHETIC OPIOIDS, AND OTHER NARCOTICS AND PSYCHOACTIVE SUBSTANCES. (a) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``chemical screening device'' means an immunoassay, narcotics field test kit, infrared spectrophotometer, mass spectrometer, nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer, Raman spectrophotometer, or other scientific instrumentation able to collect data that can be interpreted to determine the presence of fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, and other narcotics and psychoactive substances; (2) the term ``express consignment operator or carrier'' has the meaning given the term in section 128.1 of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor thereto; and (3) the term ``Postmaster General'' means the Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service. (b) Interdiction of Fentanyl, Other Synthetic Opioids, and Other Narcotics and Psychoactive Substances.-- (1) Chemical screening devices.--The Postmaster General shall-- (A) increase the number of chemical screening devices that are available to the United States Postal Service; and (B) make additional chemical screening devices available to the United States Postal Service as the Postmaster General determines are necessary to interdict fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, and other narcotics and psychoactive substances that are illegally imported into the United States, including such substances that are imported through the mail or by an express consignment operator or carrier. (2) Personnel to interpret data.--The Postmaster General shall dedicate the appropriate number of personnel of the United States Postal Service, including scientists, so that those personnel are available during all operational hours to interpret data collected by chemical screening devices. (c) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Postmaster General $9,000,000 to ensure that the United States Postal Service has resources, including chemical screening devices, personnel, and scientists, available during all operational hours to prevent, detect, and interdict the unlawful importation of fentanyl, other synthetic opioids, and other narcotics and psychoactive substances. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S879
Energy Freedom Act
[ [ "C001098", "Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 879 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 879 To provide greater output, price stability, and regulatory certainty with respect to domestic energy production in the United States and exports, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cruz introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide greater output, price stability, and regulatory certainty with respect to domestic energy production in the United States and exports, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``Energy Freedom Act''. (b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Definition of Secretary. TITLE I--ACCELERATING ENERGY APPROVALS TO REDUCE BOTTLENECKS Sec. 101. Findings. Sec. 102. Review and approval of certain natural gas transmission projects. Sec. 103. Expedited approval for certain natural gas interstate pipelines. Sec. 104. Natural gas exports. Sec. 105. Pending applications to export natural gas. Sec. 106. Domestic environmental impacts. Sec. 107. No Presidential permit required. TITLE II--UTILIZING AMERICA'S ONSHORE RESOURCES Sec. 201. Finding. Sec. 202. Annual oil and natural gas lease sales. Sec. 203. Permit to drill application timeline. Sec. 204. Congressional authority requirement. Sec. 205. Prohibition on moratoria of new energy leases on certain Federal land and on withdrawal of Federal land from energy development. TITLE III--OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LEASING Sec. 301. Finding. Sec. 302. Offshore lease sales. TITLE IV--ALTERNATIVE ENERGY Sec. 401. Geothermal, solar, and wind leasing priority areas. Sec. 402. Geothermal production on Federal lands. Sec. 403. Hardrock mineral licensing. TITLE V--STOPPING EXECUTIVE OVERREACH Sec. 501. Finding. Sec. 502. Navigable Waters Protection Rule. Sec. 503. Methane rule. Sec. 504. ONRR 2020 Valuation Reform and Civil Penalty Rule. Sec. 505. NEPA rule. Sec. 506. Nationwide permit 12. SEC. 2. DEFINITION OF SECRETARY. In this Act, the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior. TITLE I--ACCELERATING ENERGY APPROVALS TO REDUCE BOTTLENECKS SEC. 101. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) natural gas is a safe and abundant resource and is proven to be environmentally responsible; and (2) increasing the safe transmission of natural gas will lead to more reliable, abundant, and cleaner domestic supplies of energy that will contribute to job growth and economic development. SEC. 102. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF CERTAIN NATURAL GAS TRANSMISSION PROJECTS. (a) FERC Approvals.--Section 7(e) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717f(e)) is amended-- (1) in the second sentence, by striking ``The Commission'' and inserting the following: ``(3) Terms and conditions.--The Commission''; (2) by striking ``(e) Except'' and inserting the following: ``(e) Application Procedure.-- ``(1) In general.--Except''; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (1) (as so designated) the following: ``(2) Deadline for processing applications.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Commission receives an application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity under subsection (c), the Commission shall-- ``(i) complete all required consultations with other Federal agencies; ``(ii) review the application in accordance with the requirements of this section; and ``(iii) issue the certificate or deny the application. ``(B) Reasons for denial.--If the Commission denies an application under subparagraph (A)(iii), the Commission shall state the reasons for the denial.''. (b) Corps of Engineers Approvals.-- (1) Definition of covered authorization.--In this subsection, the term ``covered authorization'' means an authorization or approval required under Federal law from the Secretary of the Army for any natural gas transmission project, including an authorization-- (A) under section 404 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1344); (B) under section 10 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (commonly known as the ``Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899'') (30 Stat. 1151, chapter 425; 33 U.S.C. 403); (C) for an easement under section 28 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 185); (D) for permission under section 14 of the Act of March 3, 1899 (commonly known as the ``Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899'') (30 Stat. 1152, chapter 425; 33 U.S.C. 408); (E) under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.); and (F) under any other applicable Federal law. (2) Requirement.--The Secretary of the Army shall-- (A) approve or deny an application or request for a covered authorization, including the completion of any required consultations with other Federal agencies, by not later than 1 year after the date on which the application or request is submitted; and (B) if the application or request for a covered authorization is denied, provide to the applicant or requester the reasons for the denial. SEC. 103. EXPEDITED APPROVAL FOR CERTAIN NATURAL GAS INTERSTATE PIPELINES. Section 7(c)(1) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717f(c)(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``or operations: Provided, however, That if any such'' and inserting the following: ``or operations. ``(ii) Prior operations.--If any such''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Projects that meet safety regulations.--With respect to any application for a certificate of public convenience and necessity under clause (i) for which the Commission determines that the project covered by the application meets all safety regulations in effect as of the date of the application, the Commission shall issue the certificate without requiring further proof that public convenience and necessity will be served by the project, and without further proceedings.''; (2) by striking ``(c)(1)(A) No natural-gas company'' and inserting the following: ``(c) Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity.-- ``(1) Applications.-- ``(A) Requirement to apply for certificate.-- ``(i) In general.--No natural-gas company''; and (3) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``(B) In all other cases the Commission'' and inserting the following: ``(B) Hearings.--In all cases other than the cases described in clauses (ii) and (iii) of subparagraph (A), the Commission''. SEC. 104. NATURAL GAS EXPORTS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that-- (1) increasing clean and safe natural gas exports will lead to increased investment and development of domestic supplies of natural gas that will contribute to job growth and economic development; and (2) the export of clean and safe natural gas to other nations is of vital national interest to the United States. (b) Natural Gas Exports.--Section 3(c) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717b(c)) is amended-- (1) by inserting ``or any other nation not excluded by this section'' after ``trade in natural gas''; (2) by inserting ``and in any event by not later than 60 days after the date on which the application is received'' before the period at the end; (3) by striking ``(c) For purposes'' and inserting the following: ``(c) Expedited Application and Approval Process.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes''; and (4) by adding at the end the following: ``(2) Exclusions.-- ``(A) In general.--Any nation subject to sanctions or trade restrictions imposed by the United States is excluded from expedited approval under paragraph (1). ``(B) Designation by president or congress.--The President or Congress may designate nations that may be excluded from expedited approval under paragraph (1) for reasons of national security. ``(3) Order not required.--No order is required under subsection (a) to authorize the export or import of any natural gas to or from Canada or Mexico.''. SEC. 105. PENDING APPLICATIONS TO EXPORT NATURAL GAS. All applications to export natural gas from the United States to a foreign country submitted under section 3(a) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717b(a)) during the period beginning on January 1, 2020, and ending on January 1, 2025, are deemed approved. SEC. 106. DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS. (a) In General.--Section 102(2) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C)-- (A) in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ``in the United States'' after ``human environment''; (B) in clause (i), by inserting ``in the United States'' after ``proposed action''; and (C) in clause (ii), by inserting ``in the United States'' after ``environmental effects''; and (2) in subparagraph (F), by inserting ``in any proposal or other major Federal action that involves the funding or development of projects outside the United States or the exclusive economic zone of the United States,'' before ``recognize''. (b) Implementing Regulations.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Council on Environmental Quality shall revise the implementing regulations of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) under subchapter A of chapter V of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations), in accordance with the amendments made by subsection (a). SEC. 107. NO PRESIDENTIAL PERMIT REQUIRED. No Presidential permit (or similar permit) required under section 301 of title 3, United States Code, Executive Order 12038 (42 U.S.C. 7151 note; relating to transfer of certain functions to the Secretary of Energy), Executive Order 10485 (15 U.S.C. 717b note; relating to providing for the performance of certain functions heretofore performed by the President with respect to electric power and natural gas facilities located on the borders of the United States), or any other Executive order shall be necessary for the construction, connection, operation, or maintenance of an oil or natural gas pipeline or electric transmission facility, or any cross-border segment thereof. TITLE II--UTILIZING AMERICA'S ONSHORE RESOURCES SEC. 201. FINDING. Congress finds that regular and predictable leasing and permitting on Federal land is important to domestic energy production, which leads to robust competition and lower energy prices. SEC. 202. ANNUAL OIL AND NATURAL GAS LEASE SALES. (a) Annual Lease Sales.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in accordance with the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 181 et seq.), beginning in fiscal year 2024, the Secretary shall conduct a minimum of 4 oil and natural gas lease sales annually in each of the following States: (1) Wyoming. (2) New Mexico. (3) Colorado. (4) Utah. (5) Montana. (6) North Dakota. (7) Oklahoma. (8) Nevada. (9) Alaska. (10) Any other State in which there is land available for oil and natural gas leasing under that Act. (b) Requirement.--In conducting a lease sale under subsection (a) in a State described in that subsection, the Secretary shall offer all parcels eligible for oil and gas development under the resource management plan in effect for the State. (c) Replacement Sales.--If, for any reason, a lease sale under subsection (a) for a calendar year is canceled, delayed, or deferred, including for a lack of eligible parcels, the Secretary shall conduct a replacement sale during the same calendar year. SEC. 203. PERMIT TO DRILL APPLICATION TIMELINE. Section 17(p) of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226(p)) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(2) Applications for permits to drill reform and process.-- ``(A) In general.--Not later than the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date an application for a permit to drill is received by the Secretary, the Secretary shall decide whether to issue the permit. ``(B) Extension.-- ``(i) In general.--The Secretary may extend the period described in subparagraph (A) for up to 2 periods of 15 days each, if the Secretary has given written notice of the delay to the applicant. ``(ii) Notice.--The notice shall-- ``(I) be in the form of a letter from the Secretary or a designee of the Secretary; and ``(II) include-- ``(aa) the names and titles of the persons processing the application; ``(bb) the specific reasons for the delay; and ``(cc) a specific date a final decision on the application is expected. ``(C) Notice of reasons for denial.--If the application is denied, the Secretary shall provide the applicant-- ``(i) a written statement that provides clear and comprehensive reasons why the application was not accepted and detailed information concerning any deficiencies; and ``(ii) an opportunity to remedy any deficiencies. ``(D) Application deemed approved.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), if the Secretary has not made a decision on the application by the end of the 60-day period beginning on the date the application is received by the Secretary, the application shall be considered approved. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply in cases in which existing reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) or Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) are incomplete. ``(E) Denial of permit.--If the Secretary decides not to issue a permit to drill under this paragraph, the Secretary shall-- ``(i) provide to the applicant a description of the reasons for the denial of the permit; ``(ii) allow the applicant to resubmit an application for a permit to drill during the 10-day period beginning on the date the applicant receives the description of the denial from the Secretary; and ``(iii) issue or deny any resubmitted application not later than 10 days after the date the application is submitted to the Secretary. ``(F) Fee.-- ``(i) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary shall collect a single $6,500 permit processing fee per application from each applicant at the time the final decision is made whether to issue a permit under subparagraph (A). ``(ii) Resubmitted application.--The fee required under clause (i) shall not apply to any resubmitted application. ``(iii) Treatment of permit processing fee.--Subject to appropriation, of all fees collected under this paragraph for each fiscal year, 50 percent shall be-- ``(I) transferred to the field office at which the fees are collected; and ``(II) used to process protests, leases, and permits under this Act.''. SEC. 204. CONGRESSIONAL AUTHORITY REQUIREMENT. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may not declare a moratorium on the leasing of Federal land, including outer Continental Shelf land, for the drilling, mining, or collection of oil, gas, or coal, or for related activities, unless the moratorium is authorized by an Act of Congress. SEC. 205. PROHIBITION ON MORATORIA OF NEW ENERGY LEASES ON CERTAIN FEDERAL LAND AND ON WITHDRAWAL OF FEDERAL LAND FROM ENERGY DEVELOPMENT. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Critical mineral.--The term ``critical mineral'' has the meaning given the term in section 7002(a) of the Energy Act of 2020 (30 U.S.C. 1606(a)). (2) Federal land.-- (A) In general.--The term ``Federal land'' means-- (i) National Forest System land; (ii) public lands (as defined in section 103 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1702)); (iii) the outer Continental Shelf (as defined in section 2 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1331)); and (iv) land managed by the Secretary of Energy. (B) Inclusions.--The term ``Federal land'' includes land described in clauses (i) through (iv) of subparagraph (A) for which the rights to the surface estate or subsurface estate are owned by a non-Federal entity. (3) President.--The term ``President'' means the President or any designee of the President, including-- (A) the Secretary of Agriculture; (B) the Secretary of Energy; and (C) the Secretary. (b) Prohibitions.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the President may not carry out any action that would prohibit or substantially delay the issuance of any of the following on Federal land, unless such an action has been authorized by an Act of Congress: (A) New oil and gas leases, drill permits, approvals, or authorizations. (B) New coal leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. (C) New hardrock leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. (D) New critical minerals leases, permits, approvals, or authorizations. (2) Prohibition on withdrawal.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the President may not withdraw any Federal land from forms of entry, appropriation, or disposal under the public land laws, location, entry, and patent under the mining laws, or disposition under laws pertaining to mineral and geothermal leasing or mineral materials unless the withdrawal has been authorized by an Act of Congress. TITLE III--OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LEASING SEC. 301. FINDING. Congress finds that regular and predictable leasing and permitting on the outer Continental Shelf is important to domestic energy production, which leads to robust competition and low energy prices. SEC. 302. OFFSHORE LEASE SALES. (a) Central and Western Gulf of Mexico Region Annual Lease Sales.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary shall conduct a minimum of 2 region-wide oil and natural gas lease sales annually in the Gulf of Mexico Region of the outer Continental Shelf, which shall include the following areas described in the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Proposed Final Program (November 2016): (A) The Central Gulf of Mexico Planning Area. (B) The Western Gulf of Mexico Planning Area. (2) Timing.--The Secretary shall conduct the first lease sales required under paragraph (1) in the first and third quarters of each calendar year from 2023 until 2028. (3) Inclusions.--Each lease sale required under paragraph (1)-- (A) shall offer all unleased acres in the Central Gulf of Mexico Planning Area and the Western Gulf of Mexico Planning Area; and (B) shall be subject to the same lease stipulations, withdrawals, and moratoriums as were included in Gulf of Mexico Outer Continental Shelf Region-wide Oil and Gas Lease Sale 256 conducted on November 18, 2020. (4) Continuation.--The Secretary shall conduct lease sales annually under this subsection until the date on which a new 5- year oil and gas leasing program is approved and implemented under section 18(a) of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1344(a)). (b) Alaska Region Annual Lease Sales.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, beginning in fiscal year 2023, the Secretary shall conduct a minimum of 2 region-wide oil and natural gas lease sales annually in the Alaska Region of the outer Continental Shelf, as described in the 2017-2022 Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Proposed Final Program (November 2016). TITLE IV--ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SEC. 401. GEOTHERMAL, SOLAR, AND WIND LEASING PRIORITY AREAS. (a) Designation of Geothermal, Solar, and Wind Leasing Priority Areas.--As soon as practicable, but not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, shall designate-- (1) 1 or more priority areas on Federal land for geothermal energy leasing; (2) 1 or more priority areas on Federal land for solar energy leasing; and (3) 1 or more priority areas on Federal land for wind energy leasing. (b) Criteria for Selection.--In determining whether Federal land should be designated as a priority area for geothermal, solar, or wind energy leasing under subsection (a), the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, shall consider whether-- (1) production of geothermal, solar, or wind energy on the Federal land is economically viable, including whether the Federal land has access to existing methods of energy transmission; and (2) the designation would comply with section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712), including subsection (c)(9) of that section. (c) Timeline for Leasing.--As soon as practicable, but not later than 1 year, after designating the priority areas under subsection (a), the Secretary shall conduct, as applicable, geothermal, solar, or wind lease sales for the priority areas. SEC. 402. GEOTHERMAL PRODUCTION ON FEDERAL LANDS. The Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 (30 U.S.C. 1001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 30. CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION FOR GEOTHERMAL EXPLORATION TEST PROJECTS. ``(a) Requirement To Provide Notice.--Not later than 30 days before the date on which the holder of a lease issued under this Act intends to begin carrying out a project the leaseholder believes is a geothermal exploration test project, the leaseholder shall provide notice to the Secretary of the intent to carry out the geothermal exploration test project. ``(b) Review and Determination.--Not later than 10 days after receipt of a notice of intent from a leaseholder under subsection (a), the Secretary shall, with respect to the project described in the notice of intent-- ``(1)(A) determine whether the project is a geothermal exploration test project; and ``(B) if so, determine whether the geothermal exploration test project qualifies for a categorical exclusion in accordance with subsection (c); and ``(2) notify the leaseholder of the determinations under paragraph (1). ``(c) Categorical Exclusion.--Unless extraordinary circumstances exist, as determined by the Secretary, a project that the Secretary determines is a geothermal exploration test project under subsection (b)(1)(A) shall be categorically excluded from the requirements for an environmental assessment or an environmental impact statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.). ``(d) Opportunity To Remedy.--If the Secretary determines under subsection (b)(1)(A) that a project is not a geothermal exploration test project or under subsection (b)(1)(B) that a geothermal exploration test project does not qualify for a categorical exclusion because extraordinary circumstances exist, the Secretary shall-- ``(1) include in the notice under subsection (b)(2) clear and detailed findings on any deficiencies in the project that resulted in the determination; and ``(2) allow the leaseholder to remedy any such deficiencies and resubmit the notice of intent under subsection (a).''. SEC. 403. HARDROCK MINERAL LICENSING. (a) In General.--The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1331 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 34. HARDROCK MINERAL LICENSING. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary may grant noncompetitive licenses for the exploration and mining of hardrock minerals on the outer Continental Shelf. ``(b) Royalty Rate.--The royalty rate for hardrock minerals extracted pursuant to a license under subsection (a) shall be a royalty rate determined by the Secretary through regulations issued not more than 2 years after the date of enactment of the Energy Freedom Act, which may include a royalty rate of 0 percent if the Secretary finds that such a royalty rate is necessary to ensure competition.''. (b) Technical Amendment.--Section 2 of the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (43 U.S.C. 1331) is amended in the second subsection (r) (relating to the term ``State'') by striking ``(r) The term `State''' and inserting the following: ``(t) State.--The term `State'''. TITLE V--STOPPING EXECUTIVE OVERREACH SEC. 501. FINDING. Congress finds that frequent change to major energy regulations have a detrimental effect on investment in, and development of, domestic energy production, which reduces competition and raises energy prices. SEC. 502. NAVIGABLE WATERS PROTECTION RULE. (a) Reinstatement.--The final rule of the Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency entitled ``The Navigable Waters Protection Rule: Definition of `Waters of the United States''' (85 Fed. Reg. 22250 (April 21, 2020)) is hereby reinstated, and each of its provisions shall apply unless and until the effective date of a subsequent final rule promulgated, subject to subsection (b), under applicable authority that replaces or repeals that provision. (b) Modification Prohibited.--The Secretary of the Army and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency may not modify the final rule described in subsection (a) during the 15-year period that begins on the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 503. METHANE RULE. (a) Reinstatement.--Notwithstanding Public Law 117-23 (135 Stat. 295), the final rule of the Environmental Protection Agency entitled ``Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Emission Standards for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources Review'' (85 Fed. Reg. 57018 (September 14, 2020)) is hereby reinstated, and each of its provisions shall apply unless and until the effective date of a subsequent final rule promulgated, subject to subsection (b), under applicable authority that replaces or repeals that provision. (b) Modification Prohibited.--The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency may not modify the final rule described in subsection (a) during the 15-year period that begins on the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 504. ONRR 2020 VALUATION REFORM AND CIVIL PENALTY RULE. (a) Reinstatement.--The final rule of the Office of Natural Resources Revenue of the Department of the Interior entitled ``ONRR 2020 Valuation Reform and Civil Penalty Rule'' (86 Fed. Reg. 4612 (January 15, 2021)) is hereby reinstated, and each of its provisions shall apply unless and until the effective date of a subsequent final rule promulgated, subject to subsection (b), under applicable authority that replaces or repeals that provision. (b) Modification Prohibited.--The Secretary and the Director of the Office of Natural Resources Revenue may not modify the final rule described in subsection (a) during the 15-year period that begins on the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 505. NEPA RULE. (a) Reinstatement.--The final rule of the Council on Environmental Quality entitled ``Update to the Regulations Implementing the Procedural Provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act'' (85 Fed. Reg. 43304 (July 16, 2020)) is hereby reinstated, and each of its provisions shall apply unless and until the effective date of a subsequent final rule promulgated, subject to subsection (c), under applicable authority that replaces or repeals that provision. (b) Updates to Implementing Regulations.--Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality shall revise the implementing regulations of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) under subchapter A of chapter V of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations), in accordance with the final rule described in subsection (a). (c) Modification Prohibited.--The Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality may not modify the final rule described in subsection (a) during the 15-year period that begins on the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 506. NATIONWIDE PERMIT 12. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of the Army may not modify nationwide permit 12, as described in the final rule of the Secretary of the Army entitled ``Reissuance and Modification of Nationwide Permits'' (86 Fed. Reg. 2744 (January 13, 2021)), during the 15-year period that begins on the date of enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S88
BLAST Act
[ [ "B001310", "Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]", "sponsor" ], [ "S001217", "Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><b>Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust Act or the BLAST Act</b></p> <p>This bill revises the post-employment lobbying ban on former Members and elected officers of Congress. </p> <p>Specifically, it imposes a permanent ban on lobbying contacts by a former Senator (currently, a two-year ban), a former Member of the House of Representatives (currently, a one-year ban), or a former elected officer of the House or Senate (currently, a one-year ban).</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 88 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 88 To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former Members and elected officers of Congress from lobbying Congress at any time after leaving office. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former Members and elected officers of Congress from lobbying Congress at any time after leaving office. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Banning Lobbying And Safeguarding Trust Act'' or the ``BLAST Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITING FORMER MEMBERS AND OFFICERS OF CONGRESS FROM LOBBYING CONGRESS. (a) Prohibition.--Section 207(e) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) Members and elected officers of congress.--Any person who is a Senator, a Member of the House of Representatives, or an elected officer of the Senate or the House of Representatives and who, after that person leaves office, knowingly makes, with the intent to influence, any communication to or appearance before any Member, officer, or employee of either House of Congress or any employee of any other legislative office of Congress, on behalf of any other person (except the United States) in connection with any matter on which the former Senator, Member, or elected official seeks action by a Member, officer, or employee of either House of Congress, in his or her official capacity, shall be punished as provided in section 216.''. (b) Technical and Conforming Amendments.--Section 207(e)(2) of title 18, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in the heading, by striking ``Officers and staff'' and inserting ``Staff''; (2) by striking ``an elected officer of the Senate, or''; (3) by striking ``office or''; and (4) by striking ``former elected officer or''. (c) Applicability.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to an individual who leaves office on or after the date of the enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S880
Coordinating Dual Eligible Recommendations Act
[ [ "C001075", "Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]", "sponsor" ], [ "C001070", "Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 880 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 880 To require MedPAC and MACPAC to biennially conduct a coordinated review and analysis of Medicare and Medicaid policy with respect to dually eligible beneficiaries, and to jointly submit recommendations for policy changes, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cassidy (for himself and Mr. Casey) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require MedPAC and MACPAC to biennially conduct a coordinated review and analysis of Medicare and Medicaid policy with respect to dually eligible beneficiaries, and to jointly submit recommendations for policy changes, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Coordinating Dual Eligible Recommendations Act''. SEC. 2. COORDINATED MEDPAC AND MACPAC REVIEW AND REPORT REGARDING DUALLY ELIGIBLE BENEFICIARIES. (a) In General.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1805(b)(11) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395b-6(b)(11)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``The Commission'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--The Commission''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Biennial coordinated review and joint report on policies affecting dually eligible beneficiaries.-- ``(i) In general.--Beginning with the report for March 15, 2024, and biennially thereafter, the Commission shall coordinate with MACPAC to jointly-- ``(I) review and analyze aggregate trends in spending, utilization, and financial performance under Medicare and Medicaid regarding access to, and the quality of, care provided under such programs for dually eligible beneficiaries; and ``(II) include as an appendix to such report-- ``(aa) analyses of such trends; and ``(bb) subject to paragraph (10), recommendations for changes to Medicare and Medicaid policy to ensure adequate and efficient access to care to improve and maintain the health and functional status of dually eligible beneficiaries and to increase the alignment of the Medicare and Medicaid programs in serving such beneficiaries. ``(ii) Appropriate committees of congress.--Each report required under this subparagraph shall be submitted to the appropriate committees of Congress.''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1900(b)(11) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396(b)(11)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Biennial coordinated review and joint report on policies affecting dually eligible beneficiaries.-- ``(i) In general.--Beginning with the report for March 15, 2024, and biennially thereafter, MACPAC shall coordinate with the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission established under section 1805 to jointly-- ``(I) review and analyze aggregate trends in spending, utilization, and financial performance under Medicare and Medicaid regarding access to, and the quality of, care provided under such programs for dually eligible individuals; and ``(II) include as an appendix to such report-- ``(aa) analyses of such trends; and ``(bb) subject to paragraph (13), recommendations for changes to Medicare and Medicaid policy to ensure adequate and efficient access to care to improve and maintain the health and functional status of dually eligible beneficiaries and to increase the alignment of the Medicare and Medicaid programs in serving such beneficiaries. ``(ii) Appropriate committees of congress.--Each report required under this subparagraph shall be submitted to the appropriate committees of Congress which, for purposes of this subparagraph, shall include the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives.''. (b) Technical Amendments.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1805(b) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395b-6(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``Energy and'' before ``Commerce''; and (B) in paragraph (10), by striking ``section 2081'' and inserting ``section 2602''. (2) Medicaid.--Paragraph (13) of section 1900(b) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396(b)(13)) is amended by striking ``section 2081'' and inserting ``section 2602''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S881
E-BIKE Act
[ [ "S001194", "Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]", "sponsor" ], [ "M000133", "Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "V000128", "Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]", "cosponsor" ], [ "S000033", "Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "W000800", "Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p> <strong>Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment Act or the E-BIKE Act</strong></p> <p>This bill allows individual taxpayers a new tax credit for 30% of the cost of a qualified electric bicycle. The bill defines <em>qualified electric bicycle</em> to mean a bicycle or tricycle that does not cost more than $8,000 and that is equipped with fully operable pedals, a saddle or seat for the rider, and an electric motor of less than 750 watts designed to assist in propelling the bicycle or tricycle under certain conditions</p> <p>The bill requires the Internal Revenue Service to establish a program to make advance payments of the credit and to publicly report on the number of taxpayers claiming the credit and the aggregate dollar amount of the credit, beginning in 2023 and 2024.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 881 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 881 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for the purchase of certain new electric bicycles. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Schatz (for himself and Mr. Markey) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for the purchase of certain new electric bicycles. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Electric Bicycle Incentive Kickstart for the Environment Act'' or as the ``E-BIKE Act''. SEC. 2. CREDIT FOR CERTAIN NEW ELECTRIC BICYCLES. (a) In General.--Subpart C of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting after section 36B the following new section: ``SEC. 36C. ELECTRIC BICYCLES. ``(a) Allowance of Credit.--In the case of an individual, there shall be allowed as a credit against the tax imposed by this chapter for the taxable year an amount equal to 30 percent of the cost of each qualified electric bicycle placed in service by the taxpayer during such taxable year. ``(b) Limitations.-- ``(1) Limitation on cost per bicycle taken into account.-- The amount taken into account under subsection (a) as the cost of any qualified electric bicycle shall not exceed $5,000. ``(2) Limitation on number of bicycles.--In the case of any taxpayer for any taxable year, the number of qualified electric bicycles taken into account under subsection (a) shall not exceed the excess (if any) of-- ``(A) 1 (2 in the case of a joint return), reduced by ``(B) the aggregate number of qualified electric bicycles taken into account by the taxpayer under subsection (a) for the 2 preceding taxable years. ``(3) Phaseout based on income.-- ``(A) Phaseout based on modified adjusted gross income.--The credit allowed under subsection (a) shall be reduced by $100 for each $1,000 (or fraction thereof) by which the taxpayer's modified adjusted gross income exceeds-- ``(i) $300,000 in the case of a joint return or a surviving spouse (as defined in section 2(a)), ``(ii) $225,000 in the case of a head of household (as defined in section 2(b)), and ``(iii) $150,000 in the case of a taxpayer not described in clause (i) or (ii). ``(B) Special rule for modified adjusted gross income taken into account.--The modified adjusted gross income of the taxpayer that is taken into account for purposes of subparagraph (A) shall be the lesser of-- ``(i) the modified adjusted gross income for the taxable year with respect to which the credit is claimed, or ``(ii) the modified adjusted gross income for the immediately preceding taxable year. ``(C) Modified adjusted gross income.--For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `modified adjusted gross income' means adjusted gross income increased by any amount excluded from gross income under section 911, 931, or 933. ``(c) Qualified Electric Bicycle.--For purposes of this section-- ``(1) In general.--The term `qualified electric bicycle' means a bicycle or tricycle-- ``(A) the original use of which commences with the taxpayer, ``(B) which is acquired for use by the taxpayer and not for resale, ``(C) which is not property of a character subject to an allowance for depreciation or amortization in the hands of the taxpayer, ``(D) which is made by a qualified manufacturer and is labeled with the qualified vehicle identification number assigned to such bicycle or tricycle by such manufacturer, ``(E) with respect to which the aggregate amount paid for such acquisition does not exceed $8,000, ``(F) which is a class 1 electric bicycle or tricycle, a class 2 electric bicycle or tricycle, or a class 3 electric bicycle or tricycle, ``(G) which is equipped with-- ``(i) fully operable pedals, ``(ii) a saddle or seat for the rider, and ``(iii) an electric motor of less than 750 watts which is designed to provide assistance in propelling the bicycle or tricycle and-- ``(I) does not provide such assistance if the bicycle or tricycle is moving in excess of 20 miler per hour, or ``(II) if such motor only provides such assistance when the rider is pedaling, does not provide such assistance if the bicycle or tricycle is moving in excess of 28 miles per hour, ``(H) which is not equipped with any motor other than the motor described in subparagraph (G)(iii), ``(I) which is not capable of exceeding the speed limitation in paragraph (2) by means of any electronic switch, setting or software modification provided or made available by the manufacturer, and ``(J) which has a drive system that has been certified by an accredited laboratory to Underwriters Laboratory (UL) standard UL 2849, or a battery that has been certified to any of the battery safety standards listed in such standard UL 2849 or such other drive system or battery safety standard as may be recognized by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. ``(2) Class 1 electric bicycle or tricycle.--The term `class 1 electric bicycle or tricycle' means a two- or three- wheeled vehicle equipped with an electric motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, that is not capable of providing assistance when the speed of the vehicle exceeds 20 miles per hour, and that is not a class 3 electric bicycle or tricycle. ``(3) Class 2 electric bicycle or tricycle.--The term `class 2 electric bicycle or tricycle' means a two- or three- wheeled vehicle equipped with an electric motor that may be used to propel the vehicle without the need of any additional assistance, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the speed of the vehicle exceeds 20 miles per hour. ``(4) Class 3 electric bicycle or tricycle.--The term `class 3 electric bicycle or tricycle' means a two- or three- wheeled vehicle equipped with an electric motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the speed of the vehicle exceeds 28 miles per hour. ``(d) Special Rule for Bicycles Used by an Individual in a Trade or Business.--In the case of any bicycle or tricycle with respect to which the taxpayer elects (at such time and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) the application of this subsection-- ``(1) subsections (c)(1)(C) and (f)(2) shall not apply with respect to such bicycle or tricycle, and ``(2) no deduction (including any deduction for depreciation or amortization) or credit (other than the credit allowed under this section) shall be allowed for the cost of such bicycle or tricycle. ``(e) VIN Number Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--No credit shall be allowed under subsection (a) with respect to any qualified electric bicycle unless the taxpayer includes the qualified vehicle identification number of such bicycle on the return of tax for the taxable year. ``(2) Qualified vehicle identification number.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified vehicle identification number' means, with respect to any qualified electric bicycle, the vehicle identification number assigned to such bicycle by a qualified manufacturer pursuant to the methodology referred to in paragraph (3)(A). ``(3) Qualified manufacturer.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified manufacturer' means any manufacturer of qualified electric bicycles which enters into an agreement with the Secretary which provides that such manufacturer will-- ``(A) assign a vehicle identification number to each qualified electric bicycle produced by such manufacturer utilizing a methodology that will ensure that such number (including any alphanumeric) is unique to such bicycle (by utilizing numbers or letters which are unique to such manufacturer or by such other method as the Secretary may provide), ``(B) label such bicycle with such number in such manner as the Secretary may provide, and ``(C) make periodic written reports to the Secretary (at such times and in such manner as the Secretary may provide) of the vehicle identification numbers so assigned and including such information as the Secretary may require with respect to the qualified electric bicycle to which such number was so assigned. ``(f) Special Rules.-- ``(1) Basis reduction.--For purposes of this subtitle, the basis of any property for which a credit is allowable under subsection (a) shall be reduced by the amount of such credit so allowed. ``(2) No double benefit.--The amount of any deduction or other credit allowable under this chapter for a qualified electric bicycle for which a credit is allowable under subsection (a) shall be reduced by the amount of credit allowed under such subsection for such bicycle. ``(3) Property used outside united states not qualified.-- No credit shall be allowable under subsection (a) with respect to any property referred to in section 50(b)(1). ``(4) Recapture.--The Secretary shall, by regulations or other guidance, provide for recapturing the benefit of any credit allowable under subsection (a) with respect to any property which ceases to be property eligible for such credit. ``(5) Election not to take credit.--No credit shall be allowed under subsection (a) for any qualified electric bicycle if the taxpayer elects to not have this section apply to such bicycle. ``(g) Treatment of Certain Possessions.-- ``(1) Payments to possessions with mirror code tax systems.--The Secretary shall pay to each possession of the United States which has a mirror code tax system amounts equal to the loss (if any) to that possession by reason of the application of the provisions of this section (determined without regard to this subsection). Such amounts shall be determined by the Secretary based on information provided by the government of the respective possession. ``(2) Payments to other possessions.--The Secretary shall pay to each possession of the United States which does not have a mirror code tax system amounts estimated by the Secretary as being equal to the aggregate benefits (if any) that would have been provided to residents of such possession by reason of the provisions of this section if a mirror code tax system had been in effect in such possession. The preceding sentence shall not apply unless the respective possession has a plan which has been approved by the Secretary under which such possession will promptly distribute such payments to its residents. ``(3) Mirror code tax system; treatment of payments.--Rules similar to the rules of paragraphs (3), (4), and (5) of section 21(h) shall apply for purposes of this section. ``(h) Transfer of Credit.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to such regulations or other guidance as the Secretary determines necessary or appropriate, if the taxpayer who acquires a qualified electric bicycle is an individual and elects the application of this subsection with respect to such qualified electric bicycle, the credit which would (but for this subsection) be allowed to such taxpayer with respect to such qualified electric bicycle shall be allowed to the eligible entity specified in such election (and not to such taxpayer). ``(2) Eligible entity.--For purposes of this paragraph, the term `eligible entity' means, with respect to the qualified electric bicycle for which the credit is allowed under subsection (a), the retailer which sold such qualified electric bicycle to the taxpayer and has-- ``(A) subject to paragraph (4), registered with the Secretary for purposes of this paragraph, at such time, and in such form and manner, as the Secretary may prescribe, ``(B) prior to the election described in paragraph (1) and no later than at the time of such sale, disclosed to the taxpayer purchasing such qualified electric bicycle-- ``(i) the retail price, ``(ii) the value of the credit allowed or other incentive available for the purchase of such qualified electric bicycle, ``(iii) all fees associated with the purchase of such qualified electric bicycle, and ``(iv) the amount provided by the retailer to such taxpayer as a condition of the election described in paragraph (1), ``(C) made payment to such taxpayer (whether in cash or in the form of a partial payment or down payment for the purchase of such qualified electric bicycle) in an amount equal to the credit otherwise allowable to such taxpayer, and ``(D) with respect to any incentive otherwise available for the purchase of a qualified electric bicycle for which a credit is allowed under this section, including any incentive in the form of a rebate or discount provided by the retailer or manufacturer, ensured that-- ``(i) the availability or use of such incentive shall not limit the ability of a taxpayer to make an election described in paragraph (1), and ``(ii) such election shall not limit the value or use of such incentive. ``(3) Timing.--An election described in paragraph (1) shall be made by the taxpayer not later than the date on which the qualified electric bicycle for which the credit is allowed under subsection (a) is purchased. ``(4) Revocation of registration.--Upon determination by the Secretary that a retailer has failed to comply with the requirements described in paragraph (2), the Secretary may revoke the registration (as described in subparagraph (A) of such paragraph) of such retailer. ``(5) Tax treatment of payments.--With respect to any payment described in paragraph (2)(C), such payment-- ``(A) shall not be includible in the gross income of the taxpayer, and ``(B) with respect to the retailer, shall not be deductible under this title. ``(6) Application of certain other requirements.--In the case of any election under paragraph (1) with respect to any qualified electric bicycle-- ``(A) the amount of the reduction under subsection (b) shall be determined with respect to the modified adjusted gross income of the taxpayer for the taxable year preceding the taxable year in which such qualified electric bicycle was acquired (and not with respect to such income for the taxable year in which such qualified electric bicycle was acquired), ``(B) the requirements of paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (f) shall apply to the taxpayer who acquired the qualified electric bicycle in the same manner as if the credit determined under this section with respect to such qualified electric bicycle were allowed to such taxpayer, and ``(C) subsection (f)(5) shall not apply. ``(7) Advance payment to registered retailers.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary shall establish a program to make advance payments to any eligible entity in an amount equal to the cumulative amount of the credits allowed under subsection (a) with respect to any qualified electric bicycles sold by such entity for which an election described in paragraph (1) has been made. ``(B) Excessive payments.--Rules similar to the rules of section 6417(c)(6) shall apply for purposes of this paragraph. ``(8) Retailer.--For purposes of this subsection, the term `retailer' means a person engaged in the trade or business of selling qualified electric bicycles in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any other territory or possession of the United States.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.-- (1) Section 1016(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking ``and'' at the end of paragraph (37), by striking the period at the end of paragraph (38) and inserting ``, and'', and by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(39) to the extent provided in section 36C(f)(1).''. (2) Section 6211(b)(4)(A) of such Code is amended by inserting ``36C,'' after ``36B,''. (3) Section 6213(g)(2) of such Code is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (U), by striking ``and'' at the end, (B) in subparagraph (V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and'', and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(W) an omission of a correct vehicle identification number required under section 36C(e) (relating to electric bicycles credit) to be included on a return.''. (4) Section 6501(m) of such Code is amended by inserting ``36C(f)(5),'' after ``35(g)(11),''. (5) Section 1324(b)(2) of title 31, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``36C,'' after ``36B,''. (c) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for subpart C of part IV of subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 36C. Electric bicycles.''. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after the date of the enactment of this Act, in taxable years ending after such date. (e) Treasury Report.--Not later than 3 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Treasury (or the Secretary's delegate) shall make publicly available a written report specifying the number of taxpayers claiming the credit allowed under section 36C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by this section) and the aggregate dollar amount of such credits so allowed. Such information shall be stated separately for taxable years beginning in 2023 and 2024, and shall be stated separately with respect to each such years with respect to taxpayers in each of the income brackets to which section 1 of such Code applies. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S882
State and Local General Sales Tax Protection Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 882 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 882 To amend title 49, United States Code, to clarify the use of certain taxes and revenues. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Warnock (for himself, Mr. Ossoff, and Mr. Padilla) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 49, United States Code, to clarify the use of certain taxes and revenues. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``State and Local General Sales Tax Protection Act''. SEC. 2. USE OF REVENUES. (a) Written Assurances on Use of Revenue.--Section 47107(b) of title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in each of paragraphs (1) and (2) by striking ``local taxes'' and inserting ``local excise taxes''; (2) in paragraph (3) by striking ``State tax'' and inserting ``State excise tax''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) This subsection does not apply to State or local general sales taxes nor to State or local generally applicable sales taxes.''. (b) Restriction on Use of Revenues.--Section 47133 of title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a) in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking ``Local taxes'' and inserting ``Local excise taxes''; (2) in subsection (b)(1) by striking ``local taxes'' and inserting ``local excise taxes''; (3) in subsection (c) by striking ``State tax'' and inserting ``State excise tax''; and (4) by adding at the end the following: ``(d) Limitation on Applicability.--This subsection does not apply to-- ``(1) State or local general sales taxes; or ``(2) State or local generally applicable sales taxes.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S883
New Deal for New Americans Act of 2023
[ [ "M000133", "Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]", "sponsor" ], [ "W000817", "Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 883 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 883 To establish the National Office of New Americans, to reduce obstacles to United States citizenship, to support the integration of immigrants into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Markey (for himself and Ms. Warren) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish the National Office of New Americans, to reduce obstacles to United States citizenship, to support the integration of immigrants into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. (a) Short Title.--This Act may be cited as the ``New Deal for New Americans Act of 2023''. (b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. Sec. 2. Definitions. TITLE I--NEW AMERICANS AND INTEGRATION Sec. 101. Definitions. Sec. 102. National Office of New Americans. Sec. 103. Federal Initiative on New Americans. TITLE II--PROGRAMS TO PROMOTE CITIZENSHIP, INTEGRATION, AND PROSPERITY Sec. 201. Definitions. Sec. 202. Sense of Congress on access to legal counsel. Sec. 203. Legal Services and Immigration Assistance grant program. Sec. 204. English as a Gateway to Integration grant program. Sec. 205. Workforce Development and Shared Prosperity grant program. Sec. 206. Department of Homeland Security grants. Sec. 207. United States Citizenship and Integration Foundation. Sec. 208. Pilot program to promote immigrant integration at State and local levels. Sec. 209. Authorization of appropriations for Foundation and pilot program. TITLE III--REDUCING BARRIERS TO CITIZENSHIP Sec. 301. Sense of Congress. Sec. 302. Immigration service fees. Sec. 303. Waiver of English requirement for senior new Americans. Sec. 304. Reduce financial obstacles to naturalization. Sec. 305. Naturalization for certain United States high school graduates. Sec. 306. Family integration. Sec. 307. Revision of grounds for deportation. Sec. 308. Waiver to ensure access to citizenship. Sec. 309. Naturalization ceremonies. Sec. 310. Proud to Be a United States Citizen Program. Sec. 311. Mission of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Sec. 312. Automatic registration of eligible individuals. Sec. 313. Department of Homeland Security assistance in registration. Sec. 314. Voter protection and security in automatic registration. Sec. 315. Effective date. TITLE IV--REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT AND INTEGRATION Sec. 401. Definition of Secretary. Sec. 402. Minimum number of refugees to be admitted. Sec. 403. Pre-arrival English language and work orientation training for approved refugee applicants. Sec. 404. Update of reception and placement grants. Sec. 405. Case management grant program. Sec. 406. Increase in cash payments. TITLE V--PROTECTIONS FOR IMMIGRANTS Sec. 501. Personally identifiable information. Sec. 502. Voluntary participation in integration and inclusion activities. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Immigrant.--The term ``immigrant'' means an individual who-- (A) is not a citizen or national of the United States; (B) is present in the United States; and (C)(i) is in any status under the immigration laws; or (ii)(I) is not in any status under the immigration laws; and (II) intends to resident permanently in the United States. (2) Immigration laws.--The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)). (3) Refugee.--The term ``refugee'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)). TITLE I--NEW AMERICANS AND INTEGRATION SEC. 101. DEFINITIONS. In this title: (1) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the National Office of New Americans. (2) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term ``agency'' in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Office.--The term ``Office'' means the National Office of New Americans established by section 102(a). SEC. 102. NATIONAL OFFICE OF NEW AMERICANS. (a) Establishment of the National Office of New Americans.--There is established within the Executive Office of the President an office to be known as the ``National Office of New Americans''. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the Office are the following: (1) To welcome and support immigrants and refugees in the United States. (2) To promote and support immigrant and refugee integration into, and inclusion in, the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States. (3) To ensure that the Federal Government and Federal agencies promote the pursuit of United States citizenship among immigrants and refugees. (4) To ensure access to quality English language learning programs that support the successful integration of immigrant adults, including by enhancing-- (A) employment and career prospects and economic integration; and (B) social integration in local communities and participation in civic life, including engagement with State and local governments, schools, and private and nonprofit community institutions. (5) To improve access to workforce development programs, including by ensuring that such programs meet the demand and the unique language, training, and educational needs of immigrants and refugees. (6) To coordinate the efforts of Federal, State, and local entities to support the effective social, economic, linguistic, and civic integration of immigrants, refugees, and the children of immigrants and refugees. (7) To provide advice and leadership to the President, Members of Congress, and other Federal Government officials on the challenges and opportunities facing such entities with respect to immigrant and refugee integration. (8) To evaluate the scale, quality, and effectiveness of Federal Government efforts with respect to immigrant and refugee social and economic integration, including access to United States citizenship, English language learning, education, and workforce development programs. (9) To identify the anticipated effects of new Federal policies on existing integration efforts and advise the President on how to address potential integration needs and the effects of such policies. (10) With respect to immigrant and refugee integration efforts, to consult on a biannual basis with State and local government officials on challenges and opportunities presented by such efforts. (11) With respect to the activities described in paragraphs (8) through (10), to ensure the inclusion of the perspectives of immigrants and refugees. (12) With respect to the administration of the grant programs under title II, to consult with the applicable heads of Federal agencies. (13) To submit to the President and the appropriate committees of Congress a biannual report that describes the activities of the Office and the results of the consultation processes described in paragraphs (10) through (12). (c) Director.-- (1) In general.--The Office shall be headed by a Director, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (2) Responsibilities.--The Director shall-- (A) establish policies, objectives, and priorities for the Office with respect to immigrant and refugee integration; (B) with the assistance of the Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, the Deputy Director for Workforce and the Economy, the Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success, and the Associate Director of State and Local Affairs, carry out the purposes of the Office, as described in subsection (b); (C) serve as the Chair of the Federal Initiative for New Americans established under section 103; (D) make recommendations to the President on changes in the organization, management, programs, and budget of the Federal agencies to promote the integration of immigrants and refugees; (E) with respect to efforts to promote United States citizenship and the integration of immigrants and refugees, consult, support, and coordinate with State and local governments; and (F) serve as a member of the Domestic Policy Council and the National Economic Council. (3) Powers of the director.--In carrying out the responsibilities under paragraph (2) and the purposes under subsection (b), the Director may-- (A) select, appoint, employ, and fix compensation of such officers and employees as may be necessary to carry out such responsibilities and purposes; (B) with the concurrence of the head of the applicable Federal agency, direct the temporary reassignment within the Federal Government of personnel employed by such Federal agency; (C) use for administrative purposes, on a reimbursable basis, the available services, equipment, personnel, and facilities of Federal, State, and local agencies; (D) procure the services of experts and consultants, in accordance with section 3109 of title 5, United States Code (relating to appointments in the Federal service) at rates of compensation for individuals not to exceed the daily equivalent of the rate of pay payable for level GS-18 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5, United States Code; (E) accept and use donations of property from Federal, State, and local government agencies; (F) use the mail in the same manner as other Federal agencies; and (G) monitor the implementation of immigrant and refugee integration-related activities of the Federal Government, including by-- (i) conducting program and performance audits and evaluations of each Federal agency; and (ii) requesting assistance from the Inspector General of the applicable Federal agency in such audits and evaluations. (d) Deputy Directors.-- (1) In general.--There shall be in the Office a Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, a Deputy Director for Workforce and the Economy, and a Deputy Director for Children's Integration and Success, each of whom shall be appointed by the President, in consultation with the Director. (2) Responsibilities.-- (A) Deputy director for citizenship and inclusion.--The Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in promoting-- (i) inclusion of immigrants and refugees in the social, economic, and civic life of their communities and the United States; and (ii) access to United States citizenship. (B) Deputy director for workforce and the economy.--The Deputy Director for Workforce and the Economy shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in-- (i) promoting participation of immigrants and refugees in the United States workforce; and (ii) increasing the contributions of immigrants and refugees to the United States economy. (C) Deputy director for children's integration success.--The Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in ensuring that Federal policies and programs intended to support the healthy development and educational success of children are effective in reaching and serving the children of immigrant families. (e) Bureau of State and Local Affairs.-- (1) In general.--There is established within the Office a Bureau of State and Local Affairs. (2) Associate director.-- (A) In general.--The Bureau of State and Local Affairs shall be headed by an Associate Director of State and Local Affairs, who shall be appointed by the President, in consultation with the Director. (B) Duties.--The Associate Director of State and Local Affairs shall, among other duties as assigned by the Director, assist the Director in coordinating the efforts of State and local entities to support the economic, linguistic, and civic integration of immigrants, refugees, and the children of immigrants and refugees. (f) Limitation.--An individual may not serve as Director, Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion, Deputy Director for Workforce and the Economy, Deputy Director for Children's Integration Success, or Associate Director of State and Local Affairs while serving in any other position in the Federal Government. (g) Access by Congress.--The establishment of the Office within the Executive Office of the President shall not affect access to the Office by a Member of Congress or any member of a committee of the Senate or the House of Representatives, including access to-- (1) any information, document, or study in the possession of, or conducted by or at the direction of, the Director; or (2) personnel of the Office. SEC. 103. FEDERAL INITIATIVE ON NEW AMERICANS. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the confirmation of the Director of the Office, the Director shall establish within the Office a Federal Initiative on New Americans (referred to in this section as the ``Initiative''). (b) Purpose.--The purposes of the Initiative are-- (1) to welcome and support immigrants and refugees in the United States; (2) to establish a coordinated Federal program to respond effectively to immigrant and refugee integration issues; and (3) to advise and assist the Director in identifying and implementing the necessary policies to carry out such program. (c) Membership.--The Initiative shall be composed of-- (1) the Director, who shall serve as chairperson; (2) the Secretary of the Treasury; (3) the Attorney General; (4) the Secretary of Commerce; (5) the Secretary of Labor; (6) the Secretary of Health and Human Services; (7) the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; (8) the Secretary of Education; (9) the Secretary of Homeland Security; (10) the Secretary of State; (11) the Director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement; (12) the Director of the Small Business Administration; (13) the Director of the Office of Management and Budget; (14) the Director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection; and (15) any other individual-- (A) invited by the Director to participate; and (B) who occupies a position listed under level I or II of the Executive Schedule, as provided in sections 5312 and 5313 of title 5, United States Code. (d) Duties.-- (1) In general.--The Initiative shall meet at the call of the chairperson and perform such duties as the chairperson reasonably requires. (2) Coordinated response to immigrant and refugee issues.-- The Initiative shall join with Federal agencies in providing a coordinated Federal response to adequately address matters that affect the lives of immigrant and refugee families and local communities with growing immigrant and refugee populations, including access to-- (A) English language learning; (B) adult education and workforce training; (C) occupational licensure; (D) early childhood care and education; (E) elementary, secondary, and postsecondary education; (F) health care; (G) naturalization; (H) civic engagement; (I) immigration assistance and legal services; (J) economic development; (K) language access services; and (L) other services the Director identifies as aiding the integration of immigrants and refugees into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States. (3) Liaison with federal agencies.-- (A) In general.--Each member of the Initiative shall serve as a liaison to the Federal agency of the member to ensure that the Federal agency coordinates with and responds to the recommendations of the Initiative in a timely and meaningful manner. (B) Duties of a liaison.--The duties of each member as a Federal agency liaison include-- (i) developing, for the applicable Federal agency, immigrant and refugee integration goals and indicators; (ii) implementing the biannual consultation process described in section 102(b)(10) by consulting with the State and local counterparts of the Federal agency; (iii) reporting to the Initiative on the progress made by the Federal agency in achieving the goals and indicators described in clause (i); and (iv) upon request by the Director and subject to laws governing disclosure of information, providing such information as may be required to carry out the responsibilities of the Director and the functions of the Office. (4) Recommendations of the initiative.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Initiative becomes fully operational, and every 2 years thereafter, the Director shall submit to Congress a report that includes the following: (A) Findings from the consultation process described in section 102(b)(10), including a description of the immigrant and refugee integration opportunities offered by, and integration challenges facing, State and local governments. (B) An assessment of the effects of, and recommendations with respect to, pending legislation and executive branch policy proposals. (C) A description of the possible effects of pending legislation and executive branch policy proposals on immigrant and refugee integration. (D) An identification of any Federal program or policy that has a negative impact on immigrants, refugees, and local communities with growing immigrant and refugee populations, as compared to the general population, and recommendations for changes to any such program or policy. (E) Recommendations on legislative solutions to better support the successful integration of immigrants and refugees and the children of immigrants and refugees. TITLE II--PROGRAMS TO PROMOTE CITIZENSHIP, INTEGRATION, AND PROSPERITY SEC. 201. DEFINITIONS. In this title: (1) Foundation.--The term ``Foundation'' means the United States Citizenship and Integration Foundation established under section 207. (2) Service area.--The term ``service area'' means the jurisdiction or geographical area in which an entity carries out activities using funds awarded under this title. (3) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. SEC. 202. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON ACCESS TO LEGAL COUNSEL. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) immigration law is so complex that it is nearly impossible, and therefore unjust, for immigrants to navigate the immigration system without legal assistance or represent themselves in immigration court; (2) immigrants without legal counsel are far more likely, as compared to immigrants with legal counsel, to be denied immigration benefits or be deported, which may result in dire consequences, including-- (A) the denial of lawful immigration status or United States citizenship; (B) loss of livelihood; (C) the separation of an immigrant from, or the inability of an immigrant to support, his or her family; (D) life-threatening danger in the country of origin of an immigrant; and (E) a long-term or permanent ban on reentering the United States; and (3) consistent with the United States values of fairness and justice and the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, which guarantees all individuals the due process of law, any individual subject to immigration proceedings or the appeal of a proceeding before an immigration judge or the Attorney General should have the right to be represented by counsel, including Government-funded counsel, regardless of the ability of the individual to pay. SEC. 203. LEGAL SERVICES AND IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Attorney General, acting through the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, in consultation with the Director of the National Office of New Americans, shall award legal services and immigration assistance grants to eligible entities. (b) Eligibility Criteria.--An entity eligible to receive a grant under this section is a State or unit of local government, a Tribal government, a private organization, a community-based organization, or a nonprofit organization that-- (1) provides authorized direct legal assistance to immigrants; (2) in the case of an entity that has previously been awarded a grant under this section, uses matching funds from non-Federal sources, which may include in-kind contributions, equal to 25 percent of the amount received under this section; (3) provides immigration education, outreach, and quality paralegal services to immigrants, in coordination with immigration attorneys or representatives accredited by the Recognition and Accreditation Program of the Executive Office for Immigration Review; and (4) submits to the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Director may reasonably require. (c) Use of Funds.-- (1) In general.--Funds awarded under this section shall be used to provide to eligible immigrants legal assistance relating to the immigration status of such immigrants, or related services, which may include-- (A) outreach and education to identify and support immigrants in need of legal services; (B) liaison services to connect immigrants with trusted legal service providers, social service organizations, and government representatives; (C) screening to assess the eligibility of an immigrant for any status under the immigration laws; (D) completing applications for immigration benefits; (E) translation and interpretation services; (F) gathering documents, including documents relating to proof of identification, employment, residence, family relationships, and tax payment; (G) completing applications for any waiver under the immigration laws for which an eligible immigrant and qualifying family members may be eligible; and (H) with respect to applications relating to United States citizenship, assistance with application preparation and the naturalization process, including preparation for the English and civics exams. (2) Eligible immigrants.--An immigrant shall be eligible to receive the assistance described in paragraph (1) if the immigrant is seeking-- (A) to become a lawful permanent resident or naturalized citizen of the United States; (B) to establish that he or she has derived or acquired United States citizenship; or (C) relief from removal and authorization to remain lawfully in the United States. (d) Conditions.--As a condition of receiving a grant under this section, a participating entity shall-- (1) submit to the Attorney General a certification that the proposed uses of grant funds by the entity-- (A) are consistent with this section; and (B) meet the criteria determined by the Attorney General, in consultation with the Director of the National Office of New Americans; and (2) make a reasonable effort to estimate the number of immigrants who live in the service area. (e) Annual Report and Evaluation.--Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year for which an entity receives grant funds under this section, the entity shall submit to the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review the following: (1) A report that describes-- (A) each activity carried out by the entity funded entirely or partially by the grant funds; (B) the service area; (C) the estimate made under subsection (d)(2); (D) the number of immigrants who received legal assistance funded entirely or partially by the grant funds; (E) a disaggregation of the costs of each service provided using the grant funds and the average per capita cost of providing the service; and (F) the primary languages spoken in the service area. (2) An evaluation of any program of the entity for which grant funds were used, including-- (A) an assessment of the effectiveness of the program; (B) recommendations for improving the program; (C) an assessment of whether the legal services needs of the service area have been met; and (D) in the case of an assessment under subparagraph (C) that such needs have not been met, a description of the additional assistance required to meet such needs. (f) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $100,000,000 for fiscal years 2024 through 2025. (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Service area.--The term ``service area'' means the jurisdiction or geographical area in which an entity carries out activities using funds awarded under this section. (2) State.--The term ``State'' means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the United States Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. SEC. 204. ENGLISH AS A GATEWAY TO INTEGRATION GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Authorization.--The Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education at the Department of Education and the Assistant Secretary for the Administration for Children and Families at the Department of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the ``Assistant Secretaries''), in consultation with the Director of the National Office of New Americans, shall award English as a Gateway to Integration grants to eligible entities. (b) Eligibility.--An entity eligible to receive a grant under this section is a State or unit of local government, a Tribal government, a private organization, an educational institution, a community-based organization, or a nonprofit organization that-- (1) in the case of any applicant that has previously received a grant under this section, uses matching funds from non-Federal sources, which may include in-kind contributions, equal to 25 percent of the amount received from the English as a Gateway to Integration program to carry out such program; (2) submits to the Assistant Secretaries an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Assistant Secretaries may reasonably require, including-- (A) a description of the target population to be served, including demographics, literacy levels, integration needs, and English language levels of the target population; and (B) the assessment and performance measures that the grant recipient plans to use to evaluate the integration and English language learning progress of students and overall success of the instruction and program; (3) demonstrates collaboration with public and private entities to provide the instruction and assistance described in subsection (c)(1); (4) provides integration-focused English language programs that-- (A) teach integration and English language skills to-- (i) lower-educated individuals; (ii) limited English proficient (LEP) individuals; and (iii) parents and others who are caretakers of young children; (B) support and promote the social, economic, and civic integration of adult English language learners and their families; and (C) equip adult English language learners for ongoing independent study and learning beyond classroom or formal instruction; and (5)(A) is located in 1 of the 10 States with the highest rate of foreign-born residents; or (B) is located in an area that has experienced a large increase in the population of immigrants during the most recent 10-year period relative to past migration patterns, based on data compiled by the Office of Immigration Statistics or the United States Census Bureau. (c) Use of Funds.-- (1) In general.--Funds awarded under this section shall be used to provide English language and integration knowledge and skill instruction along with student guidance and navigation services to learners. Such instruction shall advance the integration of students in order to help them-- (A) build their knowledge of United States history and civics; (B) prepare for United States citizenship and the naturalization process; (C) gain digital literacy; (D) understand and support children's success within the early childhood, K-12, and postsecondary education systems; (E) gain financial literacy; (F) build an understanding of the housing market and systems in the United States; (G) learn about and access the United States, State, and local health care systems; (H) prepare for a high school equivalency diploma or postsecondary training or education; and (I) prepare for and secure employment. (2) Design of program.--Funds awarded under this section shall be used to support program designs that may include the following elements: (A) English language and integration knowledge and skill instruction in a classroom setting, along with associated guidance and navigation supports provided that such setting is in a geographic location accessible to the population served. (B) English language and integration knowledge and skill instruction programs that may incorporate online and digital components, such as the use of mobile phones, computers, and blended or distance learning platforms. (C) Educational support and specialized instruction for adult English language learners with low levels of literacy in their first language. (D) Two-generation approaches designed to support children's school success and lift family integration trajectories. (d) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a participating entity shall submit to the Assistant Secretaries a certification that the proposed uses of grant funds by the entity are consistent with this section and meet all necessary criteria determined by the Assistant Secretaries. (e) Annual Report and Evaluation.--Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year for which an entity receives grant funds under this section, the entity shall submit to the Assistant Secretaries the following: (1) A report that describes-- (A) the activities undertaken by the entity that were funded entirely or partially by the grant funds; (B) the service area; (C) the number of immigrants in the service area; (D) the primary languages spoken in the service area; (E) the number of adult English language learners receiving assistance that was funded entirely or partially by grant funds received by the entity under this section; and (F) a breakdown of the costs of the program services provided and the average per capita cost of providing such instruction. (2) An evaluation of any program of the entity using grant funds under this section, including-- (A) an assessment of-- (i) the effectiveness of such program and recommendations for improving the program; and (ii) whether the English language and integration knowledge and skill instruction needs of the service area have been met; (B) in the case of an assessment under subparagraph (A)(ii) that such needs have not been met, a description of the additional assistance required to meet such needs; and (C) the results of any assessment or evaluation of progress or success described in subsection (b)(2)(B). (f) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Adult english language learner.--The term ``adult English language learner'' refers to an individual age 16 or older who is not enrolled in secondary school and who is limited English proficient. (2) English language learner; limited english proficient.-- The terms ``English language learner'' and ``limited English proficient'' describe an individual who does not speak English as their primary language and who has a limited ability to read, speak, write, or understand English. (g) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $100,000,000 for fiscal years 2024 through 2025. SEC. 205. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND SHARED PROSPERITY GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Declaration of Policy.--It is the policy of the United States-- (1) that adults shall have equitable access to education and workforce programs that-- (A) help them learn basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and the English language; and (B) equip them with occupational skills needed to secure or advance in employment, fill employer needs, and support themselves and their families; (2) to strengthen the economy by helping adults with limited skills to attain recognized postsecondary credentials (as defined in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102)); and (3) that workforce programs for adults with limited skills use a pre-apprenticeship or integrated education and training approach that allows adults to acquire basic skills while pursuing occupational or industry-specific training. (b) Authorization.--The Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education at the Department of Education and the Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training at the Department of Labor (referred to in this section as the ``Assistant Secretaries''), in consultation with the Director of the National Office of New Americans, shall award Workforce Development and Shared Prosperity grants, on a competitive basis, to State, local, and Tribal governments or other qualifying entities described in subsection (c), in collaboration with State and local governments. (c) Qualifying Entities.--Qualifying entities under this section may include-- (1) an educational institution; (2) a private organization; (3) a community-based organization; or (4) a nonprofit organization. (d) Eligibility.--A State, local, or Tribal government or qualifying entity in collaboration with a State, local, or Tribal government is eligible to receive a grant under this section provided that the State, local, or Tribal government or entity-- (1) supports and promotes the economic integration of immigrants; (2) has expertise in workforce development and adult education for the purpose of developing and implementing pre- apprenticeship programs or integrated education and training programs; (3) in carrying out the grant program, includes at least one entity-- (A) with expertise in providing training in a workforce sector in which immigrant workers are heavily represented or in which there is a demonstrated need for immigrant workers to fill jobs; and (B) with expertise in providing adult basic education services to immigrants; (4) uses matching funds from non-Federal sources, which may include in-kind contributions, equal to 25 percent of the amount received from the Workforce Development and Shared Prosperity grants program to carry out such program; and (5) submits to the Assistant Secretaries an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Assistant Secretaries may reasonably require, including-- (A) a description of the target population to be served, including demographics, and English proficiency, educational, and skill levels of the target population; (B) the specific integrated education and training model to be implemented; (C) how the program will be designed and implemented by educators with expertise in adult education, English language instruction and occupational skills training; (D) the occupation or industry for which the program will prepare students for employment and the education and training progress or employer-recognized credentials the program is designed to support participants in achieving; (E) evidence of employer demand for the skills or occupational training offered by the grant program; (F) how the program will provide student support services including guidance counseling in order to promote student success; and (G) the assessment and performance measures that the grant recipient plans to use to evaluate-- (i) the progress of adult learners in acquiring basic skills such as reading, writing, mathematics, and the English language; and (ii) the success of the grant program in preparing students for employment and in helping them find employment or advance in employment. (e) Certification.--In order to receive a payment under this section, a participating entity shall submit to the Assistant Secretaries a certification that the proposed uses of grant funds by the entity are consistent with this section and meet all necessary criteria determined by the Assistant Secretaries in consultation with the Director of the National Office of New Americans. (f) Annual Report and Evaluation.--Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year for which an entity receives grant funds under this section, the entity shall submit to the Assistant Secretaries the following: (1) A report that describes-- (A) the activities undertaken by the entity that were funded entirely or partially by the grant funds; (B) the service area; (C) the number of immigrants in the service area; (D) the primary languages spoken in the service area; and (E) a breakdown of the costs of each of the services provided and the average per capita cost of providing such services. (2) An evaluation of any program of the entity using grant funds under this section, including-- (A) an assessment of-- (i) the effectiveness of such program and recommendations for improving the program; and (ii) whether the adult education and workforce development needs of the service area have been met and if not, what further assistance is required to meet such need; (B) in the case of an assessment under subparagraph (A)(ii) that such needs have not been met, a description of the additional assistance required to meet such needs; and (C) the results of any assessment or evaluation of progress or success described in subsection (d)(5)(G). (g) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Adult education.--The term ``adult education'' means academic instruction and education services below the postsecondary level that increase an individual's ability to read, write, and speak English and perform mathematics or other activities necessary for the attainment of a secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, transition to postsecondary education and training, or obtain employment. (2) Integrated education and training.--The term ``integrated education and training'' means instruction that provides adult education, literacy and English language activities concurrently and contextually with workforce preparation activities and workforce training for a specific occupation or occupational cluster for the purpose of educational and career advancement. (3) Pre-apprenticeship program.--The term ``pre- apprenticeship program'' means a program or set of services designed to prepare individuals to enter and succeed in a registered apprenticeship program. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $100,000,000 for fiscal years 2024 through 2025. SEC. 206. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS. (a) Consideration of Grant Recipients.--With respect to grants administered and awarded to public or private nonprofit organizations by the Secretary of Homeland Security, unless otherwise required by law, in making determinations about such grants, the Secretary shall not consider enrollment in or use by such organizations of the E-Verify Program described in section 403(a) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1324a note). (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated $25,000,000 to the Secretary of Homeland Security for the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to award grants to public or private nonprofit organizations. SEC. 207. UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP AND INTEGRATION FOUNDATION. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and in coordination with the Director of the National Office of New Americans, shall establish a nonprofit corporation or a not-for-profit, public benefit, or similar entity, which shall be known as the ``United States Citizenship and Integration Foundation''. (b) Purposes.--The purposes of the Foundation shall be-- (1) to spur innovation in the promotion and expansion of citizenship preparation programs for individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (as defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a))); (2) to evaluate and identify best practices in citizenship promotion and preparation and to make recommendations to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Director of the National Office for New Americans about how to bring such best practices to scale; (3) to support direct assistance for immigrants seeking lawful permanent resident status (within the meaning of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)), or naturalization as a United States citizen; and (4) to support immigrant integration efforts in partnership with State and local entities. (c) Gifts to Foundation.--To carry out the purposes described in subsection (b), the Foundation may-- (1) solicit, accept, and make gifts of money and other property, in accordance with section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; (2) engage in coordinated work with the Department of Homeland Security, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the National Office of New Americans; and (3) accept, hold, administer, invest, and spend any gift, devise, or bequest of real or personal property made to the Foundation. (d) Activities.--The Foundation shall carry out the purposes described in subsection (b) by-- (1) making United States citizenship instruction and naturalization application services accessible to low-income and other underserved lawful permanent resident populations; (2) developing, identifying, and sharing best practices in United States citizenship promotion and preparation; (3) supporting innovative and creative solutions to barriers faced by individuals seeking-- (A) to become naturalized citizens of the United States; or (B) to obtain certificates of citizenship; (4) increasing the use of, and access to, technology in United States citizenship preparation programs; (5) engaging communities in the process of United States citizenship and civic integration; (6) fostering public education and awareness; (7) coordinating the immigrant integration efforts of the Foundation with the integration efforts of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the National Office of New Americans; and (8) awarding grants to State and local governments consistent with such purposes. (e) Council of Directors.--To the extent consistent with section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, the Foundation shall have a council of directors (referred to in this section as the ``Council''), which shall be comprised of-- (1) the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; (2) the Director of the National Office of New Americans; (3) the head of the Domestic Policy Council; and (4) 10 individuals from national private and public nonprofit organizations that promote and assist lawful permanent residents with naturalization. (f) Executive Director.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall appoint an Executive Director of the Foundation, who shall oversee the daily operations of the Foundation. (2) Powers.--The Executive Director shall carry out the purposes described in subsection (b) on behalf of the Foundation by-- (A) accepting, holding, administering, investing, and spending any gift, devise, or bequest of real or personal property made to the Foundation; (B) entering into contracts and other financial assistance agreements with individuals, public and private organizations, professional societies, and government agencies to carry out the activities of the Foundation; (C) entering into such other contracts, leases, cooperative agreements, and other transactions as the Executive Director considers appropriate to carry out the activities of the Foundation; and (D) charging such fees for professional services provided by the Foundation as the Executive Director considers reasonable and appropriate. (g) Deadline.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall ensure that the Foundation is established and operational not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. SEC. 208. PILOT PROGRAM TO PROMOTE IMMIGRANT INTEGRATION AT STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS. (a) Grants Authorized.--The Director of the National Office of New Americans (referred to in this section as the ``Director''), in coordination with the Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education and the Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education at the Department of Education, the Assistant Secretary for Employment and Training at the Department of Labor, the Assistant Secretary for the Administration of Children and Families at the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Chief of the Office of Citizenship at U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, shall establish a pilot program to award grants, on a competitive basis, to State, local, and Tribal governments-- (1) to establish new immigrant councils to carry out programs to integrate new immigrants; and (2) to carry out programs to integrate new immigrants. (b) Application.--To be considered for a grant under this section, a State, local, or Tribal government may submit an application to the Director at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Director may reasonably require, including-- (1) a proposal to carry out 1 or more activities described in subsection (c); (2) the number of new immigrants who live in the jurisdiction of the applicant; and (3) a description of the challenges presented by introducing and integrating new immigrants into the State, local, or Tribal community, as applicable. (c) Activities.--A grant awarded under this section may be used-- (1) to form a new immigrant council, which shall-- (A) consist of not fewer than 15 and not more than 19 representatives of the State, local, or Tribal government, as applicable; (B) include, to the extent practicable, representatives from-- (i) the business community; (ii) faith-based organizations; (iii) civic organizations; (iv) philanthropic organizations; (v) nonprofit organizations, including nonprofit organizations with legal and advocacy experience working with immigrant communities; (vi) key education stakeholders, such as State educational agencies, local educational agencies, community colleges, and teachers; (vii) State, local, or Tribal economic development agencies; (viii) State, local, or Tribal health and human services agencies; (ix) State, local, or Tribal early childhood coordinating councils; and (x) State, local, or Tribal public libraries; and (C) meet not less frequently than once each quarter; (2) to provide subgrants to local communities, units of local government, Tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations (including veterans and civic organizations); (3) to develop, implement, expand, or enhance a comprehensive plan to introduce and integrate new immigrants into the applicable State by-- (A) supporting English language and integration knowledge and skills development; (B) engaging with immigrant parents and other primary caretakers to support the healthy development, kindergarten readiness, and education success of children; (C) improving and expanding access to workforce training programs; (D) teaching United States history, civics, and citizenship rights and responsibilities; (E) improving financial literacy; and (F) focusing on other key areas of importance with respect to integration into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States; and (4) to engage receiving communities in the citizenship and civic integration process by-- (A) increasing local service capacity; (B) building meaningful connections between newer immigrants and long-time residents; (C) publicizing the contributions of receiving communities and new immigrants; and (D) engaging leaders from all sectors of receiving communities. (d) Reporting and Evaluation.-- (1) Annual report.--Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year for which an entity receives a grant under this section, the entity shall submit to the Director an annual report that describes-- (A) each activity carried out by the grant recipient using grant funds; (B) the service; (C) the number of new immigrants in the service area; and (D) the primary languages spoken in the service area. (2) Annual evaluation.--Not later than 90 days after the end of each fiscal year for which an entity receives a grant under this section, the Director shall conduct an annual evaluation of the grant program established under this section-- (A) to assess and improve the effectiveness of the grant program; (B) to assess the future needs of-- (i) new immigrants; and (ii) with respect to immigrant integration, State, local, and Tribal governments; and (C) to ensure that grant recipients and subgrantees use grant funds in accordance with this section. SEC. 209. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR FOUNDATION AND PILOT PROGRAM. There are authorized to be appropriated for the first 2 fiscal years after the date of the enactment of this Act such sums as may be necessary to establish the Foundation and the pilot program described in section 208. Such amounts may be invested and any amounts resulting from such investments shall remain available for the operations of the Foundation and such pilot program without further appropriation. TITLE III--REDUCING BARRIERS TO CITIZENSHIP SEC. 301. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the naturalization of immigrants-- (A) brings civic, economic, and social benefits to the United States; (B) enhances the richness and diversity of the United States; and (C) strengthens the United States; (2) millions of immigrants are eligible for naturalization but cannot access citizenship due a variety of reasons, including cost barriers, language access, and a lack of legal services and information; (3) the inability of millions of eligible immigrants to become citizens of the United States deprives the United States and the people of the United States of civic, economic, and social benefits; and (4) consistent with the process for naturalization established by the Constitution of the United States, codified by statute, and strengthened by regulations, the Federal Government, in coordination with State and local governments, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders, should establish policies and programs to encourage eligible immigrants to apply for naturalization and to facilitate the naturalization process, with the objective of helping 2,000,000 new Americans naturalize by the end of 2024. SEC. 302. IMMIGRATION SERVICE FEES. (a) In General.--Section 286(m) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)) is amended to read as follows: ``(m) Immigration Service Fees.-- ``(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), all fees designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security in regulations as `immigration adjudication fees' shall be deposited as offsetting receipts into the `Immigration Examinations Fee Account' in the Treasury of the United States, whether such fees are collected directly by the Secretary or through clerks of courts. ``(2) Guam and virgin islands.-- ``(A) Guam.--All fees described in paragraph (1) that are received by the Secretary of Homeland Security from applicants residing in Guam shall be remitted to the Department of Revenue and Taxation of Guam. ``(B) Virgin islands.--All fees described in paragraph (1) that are received by the Secretary of Homeland Security from applicants residing in the United States Virgin Islands shall be remitted to the Treasury Division of the United States Virgin Islands. ``(C) Restrictions.--All fees remitted pursuant to subparagraph (A) or (B) may not be expended for costs associated with-- ``(i) the civil revocation of naturalization; ``(ii) Operation Second Look; ``(iii) Operation Janus; ``(iv) any activities or operations conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (including Homeland Security Investigations) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection; or ``(v) any other activity or operation that is not directly related to immigration adjudications. ``(3) Fees for adjudication and naturalization services.-- ``(A) In general.--Subject to subparagraph (B), the Secretary of Homeland Security may set fees for providing adjudication and naturalization services at a level that will-- ``(i) ensure recovery of the full costs of providing such services, or a portion of such services, including the costs of naturalization and similar services provided without charge to asylum applicants or other immigrants; and ``(ii) recover the full cost of administering the collection of fees under this paragraph, or a portion of such administrative costs. ``(B) Report requirement before fee increase.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not increase any fee under this paragraph above the level of such fee as of January 1, 2019, before the date that is 60 days after the date on which the Secretary submits a report to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that-- ``(i) identifies the direct and indirect costs associated with providing adjudication and naturalization services; ``(ii) distinguishes the costs referred to in clause (i) from immigration enforcement and national security costs; ``(iii) identifies the costs allocated for premium processing services to business customers, as prescribed under subsection (u); ``(iv) describes the extent to which the fee prescribed in subsection (u) is set at a level that ensures full recovery of the costs referred to in clause (iii); ``(v) identifies the amount of funding that is being allocated for the infrastructure improvements in the adjudications and customer- service processes prescribed under subsection (u); and ``(vi) contains information regarding the amount by which such fee will be increased. ``(C) Adjudications delay and backlog report.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit a quarterly report to the congressional committees referred to in subparagraph (B) that identifies each instance in which-- ``(i) the processing time of more than 10 percent of adjudications in any single category of immigration benefits surpasses the agency's stated processing goal as of January 1, 2019; ``(ii) the processing time of more than 5 percent of applications for legal permanent residence surpasses 150 days; and ``(iii) the processing time of more than 5 percent of applications for naturalization surpasses 150 days. ``(4) Fee waivers for adjudication and naturalization services.-- ``(A) No fee.--Except as provided in subparagraph (E), if an alien's income is less than 150 percent of the Federal poverty line, no fee shall be charged or collected for-- ``(i) an application, petition, appeal, motion, or other service described in this subsection; or ``(ii) the biometrics capture or background check associated with the items described in clause (i). ``(B) Reduced fee.--If an alien's income is less than 250 percent of the Federal poverty line, not more than 50 percent of the applicable fee shall be charged or collected for an application, petition, appeal, motion, or service described in this subsection. ``(C) Special circumstances.--If an alien is under financial hardship due to extraordinary expenses or other circumstances affecting his or her financial situation to the degree that he or she is unable to pay a fee, no fee shall be charged or collected for-- ``(i) an application, petition, appeal, motion, or other service described in this subsection; or ``(ii) the biometrics capture or background check associated with the items described in clause (i). ``(D) No fee charged for waiver request.--No fee shall be charged for a fee waiver or reduction request described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C). ``(E) No waiver for certain fees.--The fee for employment-based petitions and applications prescribed under subsection (u) may not be waived. ``(F) Means-tested benefits.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall consider the receipt of means- tested benefits as a criterion for the purpose of demonstrating eligibility for a fee waiver or reduction under subparagraph (A), (B), or (C). ``(G) Application for fee waiver.--An alien requesting a waiver or reduction of fees under subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) may submit-- ``(i) a completed form, as prescribed by the Secretary; or ``(ii) an applicant-generated, written request for permission to have their immigration benefit request processed without payment of the required fee. ``(H) Federal poverty line defined.--In this paragraph, the term `Federal poverty line' has the meaning given the term `poverty line' in section 673(2) of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981 (42 U.S.C. 9902(2)), including any revision required under such section applicable to a family of the size involved.''. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the Secretary of Homeland Security should set fees under section 286(m)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356(m)(3)) at a level that ensures recovery of only the direct costs associated with the services described in such section; and (2) Congress should appropriate to the Secretary of Homeland Security such funds as may be necessary to pay for-- (A) the indirect costs associated with the services described in such section; (B) the adjudication of refugee and asylum processing; (C) the costs of administering the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements Program (commonly known as ``SAVE''); (D) the adjudication of naturalization applications not covered in full by the fees paid by applicants; (E) the reduction or elimination of fees granted to fee waiver applicants; and (F) grants to public and private nonprofit organizations for the purposes of citizenship and training. (c) Technical Amendment.--Section 286 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1356) is amended-- (1) in subsections (a) and (b), by striking ``Service'' each place such term appears and inserting ``Department of Homeland Security''; (2) in subsections (d), (e), (f), (h), (i), (j), (k), (l), (n), (o), (q), (t), and (u), by striking ``Attorney General'' each place such term appears and inserting ``Secretary of Homeland Security''; (3) in subsection (k), (l), and (t), by striking ``Immigration and Naturalization Service'' each place such term appears and inserting ``Department of Homeland Security''; and (4) in subsection (r)-- (A) in paragraph (2), by striking ``Department of Justice'' and inserting ``Department of Homeland Security''; and (B) in paragraphs (3) and (4), by striking ``Attorney General'' each place it appears and inserting ``Secretary of Homeland Security''. SEC. 303. WAIVER OF ENGLISH REQUIREMENT FOR SENIOR NEW AMERICANS. Section 312 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1423) is amended by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) The requirements under subsection (a) shall not apply to any person who-- ``(1) is unable to comply with such requirements because of physical or mental disability, including developmental or intellectual disability; or ``(2) on the date on which the person's application for naturalization is filed under section 334-- ``(A) is older than 65 years of age; and ``(B) has been living in the United States for periods totaling at least 5 years after being lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ``(c) The requirement under subsection (a)(1) shall not apply to any person who, on the date on which the person's application for naturalization is filed under section 334-- ``(1) is older than 50 years of age and has been living in the United States for periods totaling at least 20 years after being lawfully admitted for permanent residence; ``(2) is older than 55 years of age and has been living in the United States for periods totaling at least 15 years after being lawfully admitted for permanent residence; or ``(3) is older than 60 years of age and has been living in the United States for periods totaling at least 10 years after being lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ``(d) The Secretary of Homeland Security may waive, on a case-by- case basis, the requirement under subsection (a)(2) on behalf of any person who, on the date on which the person's application for naturalization is filed under section 334-- ``(1) is older than 60 years of age; and ``(2) has been living in the United States for periods totaling at least 10 years after being lawfully admitted for permanent residence.''. SEC. 304. REDUCE FINANCIAL OBSTACLES TO NATURALIZATION. Section 316 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1427) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); and (2) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) The Secretary of Homeland Security shall impose a fee in an amount not to exceed $50 for the consideration of an application for naturalization. Nothing in this subsection may be construed to limit the authority of the Secretary to set adjudication fees for other benefit applications other than naturalization in accordance with section 286(m).''. SEC. 305. NATURALIZATION FOR CERTAIN UNITED STATES HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES. (a) In General.--Title III of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1401 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 320 the following: ``SEC. 321. CITIZENSHIP FOR CERTAIN UNITED STATES HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES. ``(a) Requirements Deemed Satisfied.--An alien described in subsection (b) shall be deemed to have satisfied the requirements under section 312(a). ``(b) Aliens Described.--An alien is described in this subsection if the alien submits an application for naturalization under section 334 that contains-- ``(1) transcripts from public or private schools in the United States demonstrating that the alien completed-- ``(A) grades 9 through 12 in the United States and was graduated with a high school diploma; and ``(B) a curriculum that reflects knowledge of United States history, government, and civics; and ``(2) a copy of the alien's high school diploma.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents for the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 320 the following: ``Sec. 321. Citizenship for certain United States high school graduates.''. (c) Applicability.--The amendments made by this section-- (1) shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act; and (2) shall apply to applicants for naturalization who apply for naturalization on or after such date. (d) Rulemaking.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall promulgate regulations to carry out the amendment made by subsection (a). SEC. 306. FAMILY INTEGRATION. Section 201(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151(b)(2)(A)(i)) is amended by striking ``21 years of age'' and inserting ``18 years of age''. SEC. 307. REVISION OF GROUNDS FOR DEPORTATION. Section 237(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)) is amended by striking paragraph (5). SEC. 308. WAIVER TO ENSURE ACCESS TO CITIZENSHIP. The Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 212 (8 U.S.C. 1182)-- (A) in subsection (a)(6)(C)-- (i) in clause (ii)-- (I) by inserting ``and willfully'' after ``falsely'' each place such term appears; and (II) in subclause (I), by striking ``or any other Federal or State law''; and (ii) by striking clause (iii); and (B) in subsection (i), by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows: ``(1) The Attorney General or the Secretary of Homeland Security may, in the discretion of the Attorney General or the Secretary, waive the application of subsection (a)(6)(C)(ii) with respect to an immigrant who is the parent, spouse, son, or daughter of a United States citizen or of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or with respect to an alien granted classification under clause (iii) or (iv) of section 204(a)(1)(A), if the Attorney General or the Secretary determines that the admission to the United States of such alien would not be contrary to the national welfare, safety, or security of the United States.''; and (2) in section 237(a)(3)(D) (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)(3)(D)), by inserting ``and willfully'' after ``falsely'' each place such term appears. SEC. 309. NATURALIZATION CEREMONIES. (a) In General.--The Chief of the Office of Citizenship of the External Affairs Directorate of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, in consultation with the Deputy Director for Citizenship and Inclusion of the National Office of New Americans, the Director of the National Park Service, the Archivist of the United States, and other appropriate Federal officials, shall develop and implement a strategy to enhance the public awareness of naturalization ceremonies. (b) Venues.--In developing a strategy under subsection (a), the Chief and the Deputy Director shall consider the use of outstanding and historic locations as venues for select naturalization ceremonies. (c) Reporting Requirement.--The Secretary shall annually submit a report to Congress that describes-- (1) the content of the strategy developed under subsection (a); and (2) the progress made towards the implementation of such strategy. SEC. 310. PROUD TO BE A UNITED STATES CITIZEN PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than January 1, 2024, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall establish the ``Proud to Be a United States Citizen Program'' (referred to in this section as the ``Program'') to promote United States citizenship. (b) Outreach Activities.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary shall-- (1) develop outreach materials targeted to noncitizens who have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence to encourage such aliens to apply to become citizens of the United States; (2) disseminate the outreach materials developed pursuant to paragraph (1) through public service announcements, advertisements, and such other media as the Secretary determines is appropriate; (3) conduct outreach activities targeted to noncitizens believed to be eligible to apply for naturalization through communications by text, email, and the United States postal service, including-- (A) notifying individuals of their possible eligibility to apply for naturalization; (B) informing such individuals about the requirements and benefits of United States citizenship; (C) providing such individuals with partially completed naturalization applications, using available data about such individuals and instructions about how to complete the application; and (D) providing such individuals with information about where to get free or low-cost assistance to apply for naturalization and to prepare for the required English and civics exams. SEC. 311. MISSION OF U.S. CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES. Section 451 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 271) is amended-- (1) by striking ``Bureau of'' each place such term appears and inserting ``U.S.''; and (2) in subsection (a)-- (A) by redesignating paragraphs (2), (3), (4), and (5) as paragraphs (3), (4), (5), and (6), respectively; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following: ``(2) Mission statement.--The mission of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is to secure America's promise as a Nation that welcomes immigrants and refugees by-- ``(A) providing accurate and useful information to its customers; ``(B) granting humanitarian, immigration, and citizenship benefits; ``(C) promoting an awareness and understanding of citizenship; and ``(D) ensuring the integrity of the United States immigration system.''. SEC. 312. AUTOMATIC REGISTRATION OF ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS. (a) Definitions.--In this section and section 313: (1) Automatic registration system.--The term ``automatic registration system'' means a system developed by a State that-- (A) except as provided in subparagraph (B), registers all newly naturalized individuals to vote in elections for Federal office conducted in such State by transferring the information necessary for voter registration from the Department of Homeland Security to the State voter registration database; and (B) excludes from registration-- (i) any individual who affirmatively declines to be registered; and (ii) any individual who is determined to be ineligible for registration. (2) Newly naturalized citizen.--The term ``newly naturalized citizen'' means an individual who-- (A) has an approved application for naturalization as a United States citizen; (B) has taken the oath described in section 337 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1448); and (C) has received a certificate of naturalization under section 338 of such Act (8 U.S.C. 1449). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. (b) Automatic Registration System for the Newly Naturalized.-- (1) In general.--The chief election official of each State shall establish and operate an automatic registration system for newly naturalized citizens to vote in elections for Federal office conducted in the State, in accordance with this section. (2) Use of department of homeland security records.--The chief election official of each State shall-- (A) upon receiving information from the Secretary about a newly naturalized citizen who has not declined voter registration-- (i) ensure that such individual fulfills any local or State qualifications to register to vote relating to legal competency and past criminal convictions; and (ii) determine whether such individual is subject to privacy protections for victims of domestic violence or people with sensitive or high-profile professions; (B) not later than 15 days after receiving information from the Secretary about an individual pursuant to section 313, ensure that the individual is registered to vote in elections for Federal office conducted in the State unless the individual is disqualified from voting by reason of incompetency or past criminal conviction; (C) not later than 45 days after receiving information from the Secretary about an individual pursuant to section 313, send written notice to the individual, in addition to other means of notice established under this section, of the individual's voter registration status; and (D) exclude from all public availability or disclosure the voter registration records of any newly naturalized citizens who are protected by applicable State or local laws that prevent publication of the home address and other personally identifying information about victims of domestic violence and people with sensitive or high-profile professions. (c) Contents of Written Notice to Newly Registered Voters.--The written notice required under subsection (b)(2)(C) shall-- (1) indicate the individual has been registered to vote; (2) describe the substantive qualifications of an elector in the State, as listed in the mail voter registration application form for elections for Federal office prescribed pursuant to section 9 of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (52 U.S.C. 20508); (3) set forth the consequences for false registration; (4) instruct the individual to cancel his or her voter registration if he or she does not meet all of the qualifications referred to in paragraph (2); and (5) providing instructions for-- (A) cancelling voter registration, if necessary pursuant to paragraph (4); and (B) correcting any erroneous information in the individual's voter registration record. (d) Treatment of Individuals Younger Than 18 Years of Age.--A State may not refuse to register a newly naturalized citizen under this section on the grounds that the individual is younger than 18 years of age on the date on which the Secretary receives information with respect to the individual if the individual is at least 16 years of age on such date. SEC. 313. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY ASSISTANCE IN REGISTRATION. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall-- (1) assist the chief election official of each State to carry out the functions set forth in section 312(b) in accordance with this section; and (2) provide each individual approved for naturalization with a document that-- (A) informs the individual of-- (i) the substantive qualifications of an elector in the State, as set forth in the mail voter registration application form for elections for Federal office prescribed pursuant to section 9 of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (52 U.S.C. 20508); and (ii) the consequences of false voter registration; (B) instructs the individual to decline to register to vote if the individual does not meet all of the qualifications referred to in subparagraph (A)(i); (C) informs the individual that-- (i) voter registration is voluntary; and (ii) registering to voter or declining to register to vote-- (I) will not affect the individual's citizenship status; (II) will not affect the availability of services or benefits to which the individual is entitled; and (III) will not be used for other purposes; (D) informs the individual that affiliation or enrollment with a political party may be required to participate in an election to select the party's candidate in an election for Federal office; (E) provides any individual who accepts voter registration the option of affiliating or enrolling with a political party; (F) informs the individual that he or she will not be registered to vote if he or she-- (i) signs the document; (ii) does not take the oath of allegiance to the United States required for naturalization under section 337 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1448); and (iii) is not issued a certificate of naturalization; (G) instructs any individual who accepts voter registration to provide his or her residential address or coordinates if different from his or her mailing address on file with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; (H) directs individuals to-- (i) sign in a designated space to decline voter registration; or (ii) sign in a different designated space to attest that the individual-- (I) affirms that information provided on the document is true and complete to the best of the individual's knowledge; (II) will fulfill nationally applicable age, citizenship, and residency requirements to vote upon the individual's naturalization; and (III) accepts voter registration if determined by State election officials to be eligible to register in the individual's State and municipality of residence; and (I) provides a phone number and other widely accessible means of contacting U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services with questions about, or for assistance with, completing sections of the document concerning automatic voter registration, as set forth in subsection (d). (b) Instructions on Automatic Registration.--The Secretary shall require each individual approved for naturalization to sign and submit to the Secretary the document received pursuant to subsection (a)(2) at the time he or she takes the oath described in section 337 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1448) to acknowledge that he or she understands the information contained in the document and will comply with the applicable requirement. (c) Information Submission.--Not later than 15 days after a newly naturalized citizen submits a signed document to the Secretary in accordance with subsection (b), unless the individual declines to be registered to vote when signing the document, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate State election official, in a format compatible with the statewide voter database maintained under section 303 of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 21083) to the extent possible-- (1) the individual's given names and surnames; (2) the individual's date of birth; (3) the individual's residential address or coordinates; (4) confirmation that the individual is a citizen of the United States; (5) the date on which the individual was sworn in as a United States citizen; (6) the individual's signature in electronic form, if available; and (7) information regarding the individual's affiliation or enrollment with a political party, if the individual provides such information. (d) Registration Assistance.--The Secretary shall-- (1) publish information about, and instructions for, accepting or declining automatic voter registration for newly naturalized citizens-- (A) on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website; and (B) in materials routinely provided to approved applicants for United States citizenship; and (2) create a telephonic hotline staffed by live operators to provide assistance with registration to approved applicants for United States citizenship. SEC. 314. VOTER PROTECTION AND SECURITY IN AUTOMATIC REGISTRATION. (a) Protections for Errors in Registration.--An individual may not be prosecuted under any Federal or State law, adversely affected in any civil adjudication concerning immigration status or naturalization, or subject to an allegation in any legal proceeding that the individual is not a citizen of the United States on the ground that the individual-- (1) is not eligible to vote in elections for Federal office, but-- (A) was automatically registered to vote under this title; or (B) was automatically registered to vote under this title and subsequently voted without willful intent to do so unlawfully; (2) was automatically registered to vote under this title at an incorrect address; or (3) declined the opportunity to register to vote or did not make an affirmation of citizenship, including through automatic registration, under this title. (b) Limits on Use of Automatic Registration.--The automatic registration of any individual, an individual's declination to register to vote, or an individual's failure to make an affirmation of citizenship under this title may not be used as evidence against that individual in any State or Federal law enforcement proceeding. An individual's lack of knowledge or willfulness of such registration may be conclusively demonstrated by the individual's testimony. (c) Contributing Agencies' Protection of Information.--Nothing in this title may be construed to authorize the Department of Homeland Security to collect, retain, transmit, or publicly disclose, except to State election officials, as authorized under this title-- (1) an individual's decision to decline to register to vote or to not register to vote; (2) an individual's decision to not affirm his or her citizenship; or (3) any information that a contributing agency transmits pursuant to section 313(c), except in pursuing the agency's ordinary course of business. (d) Public Disclosure Prohibited.--State election officials may not publicly disclose, with respect to any individual for whom any a State election official receives information from the Department of Homeland Security-- (1) any information that is not necessary to voter registration; (2) any voter information otherwise shielded from disclosure under State law or section 8(a) of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (52 U.S.C. 20507(a)); (3) any portion of the individual's Social Security number; (4) any portion of the individual's motor vehicle driver's license number; (5) the individual's signature; (6) the individual's telephone number; or (7) the individual's email address. SEC. 315. EFFECTIVE DATE. Sections 312, 313, and 314 shall take effect on January 1, 2024. TITLE IV--REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT AND INTEGRATION SEC. 401. DEFINITION OF SECRETARY. In this title, the term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of State. SEC. 402. MINIMUM NUMBER OF REFUGEES TO BE ADMITTED. Section 207(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157(a)(2)) is amended by inserting after ``as the President determines'' the following: ``(except that in any fiscal year after fiscal year 2018, such number may not be less than 125,000)''. SEC. 403. PRE-ARRIVAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND WORK ORIENTATION TRAINING FOR APPROVED REFUGEE APPLICANTS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall establish overseas refugee training programs to offer to refugees described in subsection (b) optional English-as-a-second-language and work orientation training before departure for the United States. (b) Refugees Described.--Refugees described in this subsection are refugees who have been-- (1) approved for admission to the United States; (2) conditionally approved for admission to the United States; or (3) selected at the discretion of the U.S. Refugee Admission Program. (c) Design and Implementation.--In designing and implementing the programs referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary shall consult with or enter into a contract with 1 or more nongovernmental or international organizations that has-- (1) direct affiliation with the United States refugee resettlement program; and (2) appropriate expertise in developing curriculum and teaching English as a second language. (d) Impact on Processing Times.--The Secretary shall ensure that training programs under this section-- (1) are offered to refugees as strictly optional; (2) occur within applicable processing times; and (3) do not delay or prevent the departure for the United States of any refugee who has been approved for admission to the United States. (e) Timeline for Implementation.-- (1) Initial implementation.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall ensure that training programs under this section are fully and consistently operational in not fewer than 3 refugee processing regions. (2) Additional implementation.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress that such training programs are fully and consistently operational in not fewer than 5 refugee processing regions. (f) GAO Study and Report.-- (1) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct a study on the implementation of this section that includes-- (A) an assessment of-- (i) the quality of English-as-a-second- language curricula and instruction; and (ii) the benefits to refugees of the work orientation and English-as-a-second-language training programs; and (B) recommendations on whether such programs should be continued, broadened, or modified. (2) Report.--Not later than 4 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of the study under paragraph (1). (g) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to require a refugee to participate in a training program under this section as a precondition for the admission of the refugee to the United States. SEC. 404. UPDATE OF RECEPTION AND PLACEMENT GRANTS. Beginning in fiscal year 2023, in setting the amount of reception and placement grants for refugees, the Secretary shall ensure that-- (1) the grant amount is adjusted to an amount that is adequate to provide for the anticipated initial resettlement needs of refugees and includes adjustments for inflation and the cost of living; (2) the administrative portion of such grants provided at the beginning of the fiscal year to each national resettlement agency is sufficient to ensure adequate local and national capacity to serve the initial resettlement needs of the number of refugees the Secretary anticipates the agency will resettle during the fiscal year; and (3) additional amounts are provided to each national resettlement agency promptly upon the arrival of refugees that, exclusive of the amounts provided pursuant to paragraph (2), are sufficient to meet the anticipated initial resettlement needs of such refugees and support local and national operational costs in excess of the amount described in paragraph (1). SEC. 405. CASE MANAGEMENT GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--The Director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement shall make grants to national resettlement agencies to operate a case management system for the purpose of offering case management to qualified individuals to assist in accessing any service, benefit, or assistance for which qualified individuals are eligible provided by-- (1) the Office of Refugee Resettlement; (2) any other Federal, State, or local agency; and (3) a private entity or a nonprofit organization. (b) Period of Qualification.-- (1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), a qualified individual may receive case management services under this section during the period beginning on the date on which the qualified individual was determined to be eligible for resettlement, acculturation, or subsistence services provided by the Office of Refugee Resettlement and ending on the date that is 1 year after the date on which the qualified individual ceases to be so eligible. (2) Exceptional circumstances.-- (A) In general.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), an individual described in subparagraph (B) may receive such case management services during the period beginning on the date on which such individual was determined to be eligible for resettlement, acculturation, or subsistence services provided by the Office of Refugee Resettlement and ending on the date that is 3 years after the date on which such individual ceases to be so eligible. (B) Exceptional circumstances.--An individual described in this subparagraph is a qualified individual who-- (i) is 65 years of age or older; (ii) has extraordinary resettlement or acculturation needs that impede the ability of the individual to achieve durable self- sufficiency; (iii) is a refugee resettled from a situation of protracted displacement; (iv) is a member of a family caring for an unattached refugee minor; or (v) on the date on which the individual was admitted to the United States-- (I) had a disability or serious medical condition; (II) had a mental health condition; (III) was part of a household headed by a single parent; or (IV) was a victim of a severe form of violence. (c) Savings Clause.--Nothing in this section shall be construed as affecting the authority of the Director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement under section 412(e)(7)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1522(e)(7)(A)) or of any other section of such Act to provide case management services to qualified individuals who have been in the United States for longer than 3 years. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Qualified individual.--The term ``qualified individual'' means an individual who was, at any time, eligible for resettlement, acculturation, or subsistence services provided by the Office of Refugee Resettlement. (2) Resettlement, acculturation, or subsistence services.-- The term ``resettlement, acculturation, or subsistence services'' includes each of the services provided by the Office of Refugee Resettlement to aliens (as defined in section 101(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a))), except the case management services under this section. SEC. 406. INCREASE IN CASH PAYMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 412 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1522) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by adding at the end the following: ``(C) Subject to the availability of funds, assistance and social services for employment and health and living expenses under this section shall be available to refugees for a period of not less than 1 year.''; (B) in paragraph (5), by adding at the end the following: ``Subject to the availability of funds, such assistance and services shall be made available to refugees for a period of not less than 1 year.''; and (2) in subsection (e)(1)-- (A) by striking ``(1)'' and inserting ``(1)(A)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Subject to the availability of funds, such assistance shall be provided for not less than 1 year beginning on the first day of the month in which a refugee enters the United States.''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall take effect on the date that is the earlier of-- (1) the first day of the first fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act; or (2) the date on which a final rule is promulgated to implement such amendments. (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section or in the amendments made by this section shall be construed as limiting or reducing assistance provided for a period that is more than 1 year. TITLE V--PROTECTIONS FOR IMMIGRANTS SEC. 501. PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION. A recipient of a grant described in, or established under, this title may not be required, as a condition of receiving such a grant, to transmit the personally identifiable information of an immigrant, or a family member or household member of an immigrant, served by the recipient. SEC. 502. VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION IN INTEGRATION AND INCLUSION ACTIVITIES. 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118S884
Improving Digital Identity Act of 2023
[ [ "S001191", "Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ]", "sponsor" ], [ "L000571", "Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 884 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 884 To establish a Government-wide approach to improving digital identity, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Ms. Sinema (for herself and Ms. Lummis) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish a Government-wide approach to improving digital identity, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Improving Digital Identity Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) The lack of an easy, affordable, reliable, and secure way for organizations, businesses, and government agencies to identify whether an individual is who they claim to be online creates an attack vector that is widely exploited by adversaries in cyberspace and precludes many high-value transactions from being available online. (2) Incidents of identity theft and identity fraud continue to rise in the United States, where more than 293,000,000 people were impacted by data breaches in 2021. (3) Since 2017, losses resulting from identity fraud have increased by 333 percent, and, in 2020, those losses totaled $56,000,000,000. (4) The Director of the Treasury Department Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has stated that the abuse of personally identifiable information and other building blocks of identity is a key enabler behind much of the fraud and cybercrime affecting the United States today. (5) The inadequacy of current digital identity solutions degrades security and privacy for all people in the United States, and next generation solutions are needed that improve security, privacy, equity, and accessibility. (6) Government entities, as authoritative issuers of identity in the United States, are uniquely positioned to deliver critical components that address deficiencies in the digital identity infrastructure of the United States and augment private sector digital identity and authentication solutions. (7) State governments are particularly well-suited to play a role in enhancing digital identity solutions used by both the public and private sectors, given the role of State governments as the issuers of driver's licenses and other identity documents commonly used today. (8) The public and private sectors should collaborate to deliver solutions that promote confidence, privacy, choice, equity, accessibility, and innovation. The private sector drives much of the innovation around digital identity in the United States and has an important role to play in delivering digital identity solutions. (9) The bipartisan Commission on Enhancing National Cybersecurity has called for the Federal Government to ``create an interagency task force directed to find secure, user- friendly, privacy-centric ways in which agencies can serve as 1 authoritative source to validate identity attributes in the broader identity market. This action would enable Government agencies and the private sector to drive significant risk out of new account openings and other high-risk, high-value online services, and it would help all citizens more easily and securely engage in transactions online.''. (10) It should be the policy of the Federal Government to use the authorities and capabilities of the Federal Government, in coordination with State, local, Tribal, and territorial partners and private sector innovators, to enhance the security, reliability, privacy, equity, accessibility, and convenience of consent-based digital identity solutions that support and protect transactions between individuals, government entities, and businesses, and that enable people in the United States to prove who they are online. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Appropriate notification entities.--The term ``appropriate notification entities'' means-- (A) the President; (B) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (C) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (2) Digital identity verification.--The term ``digital identity verification'' means a process to verify the identity or an identity attribute of an individual accessing a service online or through another electronic means. (3) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Task Force. (4) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5122). (5) Identity attribute.--The term ``identity attribute'' means a data element associated with the identity of an individual, including, the name, address, or date of birth of an individual. (6) Identity credential.--The term ``identity credential'' means a document or other evidence of the identity of an individual issued by a government agency that conveys the identity of the individual, including a driver's license or passport. (7) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Homeland Security. (8) Task force.--The term ``Task Force'' means the Improving Digital Identity Task Force established under section 4(a). SEC. 4. IMPROVING DIGITAL IDENTITY TASK FORCE. (a) Establishment.--There is established in the Executive Office of the President a task force to be known as the ``Improving Digital Identity Task Force''. (b) Purpose.--The purpose of the Task Force shall be to establish and coordinate a government-wide effort to develop secure methods for Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial agencies to improve access and enhance security between physical and digital identity credentials, particularly by promoting the development of digital versions of existing physical identity credentials, including driver's licenses, e-Passports, social security credentials, and birth certificates, to-- (1) protect the privacy and security of individuals; (2) support reliable, interoperable digital identity verification in the public and private sectors; and (3) in achieving paragraphs (1) and (2), place a particular emphasis on-- (A) reducing identity theft and fraud; (B) enabling trusted transactions; and (C) ensuring equitable access to digital identity verification. (c) Director.-- (1) In general.--The Task Force shall have a Director, who shall be appointed by the President. (2) Position.--The Director shall serve at the pleasure of the President. (3) Pay and allowances.--The Director shall be compensated at the rate of basic pay prescribed for level II of the Executive Schedule under section 5313 of title 5, United States Code. (4) Qualifications.--The Director shall have substantive technical expertise and managerial acumen that-- (A) is in the business of digital identity management, information security, or benefits administration; (B) is gained from not less than 1 organization; and (C) includes specific expertise gained from academia, advocacy organizations, or the private sector. (5) Exclusivity.--The Director may not serve in any other capacity within the Federal Government while serving as Director. (6) Term.--The term of the Director, including any official acting in the role of the Director, shall terminate on the date described in subsection (k). (d) Membership.-- (1) Federal government representatives.--The Task Force shall include the following individuals or the designees of such individuals: (A) The Secretary. (B) The Secretary of the Treasury. (C) The Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology. (D) The Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. (E) The Commissioner of Social Security. (F) The Secretary of State. (G) The Administrator of General Services. (H) The Director of the Office of Management and Budget. (I) The Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service. (J) The National Cyber Director. (K) The Attorney General. (L) The heads of other Federal agencies or offices as the President may designate or invite, as appropriate. (2) State, local, tribal, and territorial government representatives.--The Director shall appoint to the Task Force 6 State, local, Tribal, and territorial government officials who represent agencies that issue identity credentials and who have-- (A) experience in identity technology and services; (B) knowledge of the systems used to provide identity credentials; or (C) any other qualifications or competencies that may help achieve balance or otherwise support the mission of the Task Force. (3) Nongovernmental experts.-- (A) In general.--The Director shall appoint to the Task Force 5 nongovernmental experts. (B) Specific appointments.--The experts appointed under subparagraph (A) shall include the following: (i) A member who is a privacy and civil liberties expert. (ii) A member who is a technical expert in identity verification. (iii) A member who is a technical expert in cybersecurity focusing on identity verification services. (iv) A member who represents the identity verification services industry. (v) A member who represents a party that relies on effective identity verification services to conduct business. (e) Working Groups.--The Director shall organize the members of the Task Force into appropriate working groups for the purpose of increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Task Force, as appropriate. (f) Meetings.--The Task Force shall-- (1) convene at the call of the Director; and (2) provide an opportunity for public comment in accordance with section 1009(a)(3) of title 5, United States Code. (g) Duties.--In carrying out the purpose described in subsection (b), the Task Force shall-- (1) identify Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial agencies that issue identity credentials or hold information relating to identifying an individual; (2) assess restrictions with respect to the abilities of the agencies described in paragraph (1) to verify identity information for other agencies and nongovernmental organizations; (3) assess any necessary changes in statutes, regulations, or policy to address any restrictions assessed under paragraph (2); (4) recommend a strategy, based on existing standards, to enable agencies to provide services relating to digital identity verification in a way that-- (A) is secure, protects privacy, and protects individuals against unfair and misleading practices; (B) prioritizes equity and accessibility; (C) requires individual consent for the provision of digital identify verification services by a Federal, State, local, Tribal, or territorial agency; (D) is interoperable among participating Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial agencies, as appropriate and in accordance with applicable laws; and (E) prioritizes technical standards developed by voluntary consensus standards bodies in accordance with section 12(d) of the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (15 U.S.C. 272 note) and guidance under OMB Circular A-119 , entitled ``Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and in Conformity Assessment Activities'', or any successor thereto. (5) recommend principles to promote policies for shared identity proofing across public sector agencies, which may include single sign-on or broadly accepted attestations; (6) identify funding or other resources needed to support the agencies described in paragraph (4) that provide digital identity verification, including recommendations with respect to the need for and the design of a Federal grant program to implement the recommendations of the Task Force and facilitate the development and upgrade of State, local, Tribal, and territorial highly-secure interoperable systems that enable digital identity verification; (7) recommend funding models to provide digital identity verification to private sector entities, which may include fee- based funding models; (8) determine if any additional steps are necessary with respect to Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial agencies to improve digital identity verification and management processes for the purpose of enhancing the security, reliability, privacy, accessibility, equity, and convenience of digital identity solutions that support and protect transactions between individuals, government entities, and businesses; and (9) undertake other activities necessary to assess and address other matters relating to digital identity verification, including with respect to-- (A) the potential exploitation of digital identity tools or associated products and services by malign actors; (B) privacy implications; and (C) increasing access to foundational identity documents. (h) Prohibition.--The Task Force may not implicitly or explicitly recommend the creation of-- (1) a single identity credential provided or mandated by the Federal Government for the purposes of verifying identity or associated attributes; (2) a unilateral central national identification registry relating to digital identity verification; or (3) a requirement that any individual be forced to use digital identity verification for a given public purpose. (i) Required Consultation.--The Task Force shall closely consult with leaders of Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial governments and nongovernmental leaders, which shall include the following: (1) The Secretary of Education. (2) The heads of other Federal agencies and offices determined appropriate by the Director. (3) State, local, Tribal, and territorial government officials focused on identity, such as information technology officials and directors of State departments of motor vehicles and vital records bureaus. (4) Digital privacy experts. (5) Civil liberties experts. (6) Technology and cybersecurity experts. (7) Users of identity verification services. (8) Representatives with relevant expertise from academia and advocacy organizations. (9) Industry representatives with experience implementing digital identity systems. (10) Identity theft and fraud prevention experts, including advocates for victims of identity theft and fraud. (j) Reports.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director shall submit to the appropriate notification entities a report on the activities of the Task Force, including-- (A) recommendations on-- (i) implementing the strategy pursuant to subsection (g)(4); and (ii) methods to leverage digital driver's licenses, distributed ledger technology, and other technologies; and (B) summaries of the input and recommendations of the leaders consulted under subsection (i). (2) Interim reports.-- (A) In general.--The Director may submit to the appropriate notification entities interim reports the Director determines necessary to support the work of the Task Force and educate the public. (B) Mandatory report.--Not later than the date that is 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director shall submit to the appropriate notification entities an interim report addressing-- (i) the matters described in paragraphs (1), (2), (4), and (6) of subsection (g); and (ii) any other matters the Director determines necessary to support the work of the Task Force and educate the public. (3) Final report.--Not later than 180 days before the date described in subsection (k), the Director shall submit to the appropriate notification entities a final report that includes recommendations for the President and Congress relating to any relevant matter within the scope of the duties of the Task Force. (4) Public availability.--The Task Force shall make the reports required under this subsection publicly available on centralized website as an open Government data asset (as defined in section 3502 of title 44, United States Code). (k) Sunset.--The Task Force shall conclude business on the date that is 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. SEC. 5. SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS TO FEDERAL SYSTEMS. (a) Guidance for Federal Agencies.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Director submits the report required under section 4(j)(1), the Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall issue guidance to Federal agencies for the purpose of implementing any recommendations included in such report determined appropriate by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. (b) Reports on Federal Agency Progress Improving Digital Identity Verification Capabilities.-- (1) Annual report on guidance implementation.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the issuance of guidance under subsection (a), and annually thereafter, the head of each Federal agency shall submit to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget a report on the efforts of the Federal agency to implement that guidance. (2) Public report.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 45 days after the date of the issuance of guidance under subsection (a), and annually thereafter, the Director shall develop and make publicly available a report that includes-- (i) a list of digital identity verification services offered by Federal agencies; (ii) the volume of digital identity verifications performed by each Federal agency; (iii) information relating to the effectiveness of digital identity verification services by Federal agencies; and (iv) recommendations to improve the effectiveness of digital identity verification services by Federal agencies. (B) Consultation.--In developing the first report required under subparagraph (A), the Director shall consult the Task Force. (3) Congressional report on federal agency digital identity capabilities.-- (A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in coordination with the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives a report relating to the implementation and effectiveness of the digital identity capabilities of Federal agencies. (B) Consultation.--In developing the report required under subparagraph (A), the Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall-- (i) consult with the Task Force; and (ii) to the greatest extent practicable, include in the report recommendations of the Task Force. (C) Contents of report.--The report required under subparagraph (A) shall include-- (i) an analysis, including metrics and milestones, for the implementation by Federal agencies of-- (I) the guidelines published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology in the document entitled ``Special Publication 800-63'' (commonly referred to as the ``Digital Identity Guidelines''), or any successor document; and (II) if feasible, any additional requirements relating to enhancing digital identity capabilities identified in the document of the Office of Management and Budget entitled ``M-19-17'' and issued on May 21, 2019, or any successor document; (ii) a review of measures taken to advance the equity, accessibility, cybersecurity, and privacy of digital identity verification services offered by Federal agencies; and (iii) any other relevant data, information, or plans for Federal agencies to improve the digital identity capabilities of Federal agencies. (c) Additional Reports.--On the first March 1 occurring after the date described in subsection (b)(3)(A), and annually thereafter, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in consultation with the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, shall include in the report required under section 3553(c) of title 44, United States Code-- (1) any additional and ongoing reporting on the matters described in subsection (b)(3)(C); and (2) associated information collection mechanisms. SEC. 6. GAO REPORT. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the estimated potential savings, including estimated annual potential savings, due to the increased adoption and widespread use of digital identification, of-- (1) the Federal Government from averted fraud, including benefit fraud; and (2) the economy of the United States and consumers from averted identity theft. (b) Contents.--Among other variables the Comptroller General of the United States determines relevant, the report required under subsection (a) shall include multiple scenarios with varying uptake rates to demonstrate a range of possible outcomes. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S885
Department of Homeland Security Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve Act
[ [ "R000608", "Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001243", "Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 885 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 885 To establish a Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve in the Department of Homeland Security as a pilot project to address the cybersecurity needs of the United States with respect to national security, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Ms. Rosen (for herself and Mrs. Blackburn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish a Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve in the Department of Homeland Security as a pilot project to address the cybersecurity needs of the United States with respect to national security, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve Act''. SEC. 2. CIVILIAN CYBERSECURITY RESERVE PILOT PROJECT. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Agency.--The term ``Agency'' means the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. (2) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; (B) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (C) the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives; (D) the Committee on Oversight and Accountability of the House of Representatives; and (E) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (3) Competitive service.--The term ``competitive service'' has the meaning given the term in section 2102 of title 5, United States Code. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Agency. (5) Excepted service.--The term ``excepted service'' has the meaning given the term in section 2103 of title 5, United States Code. (6) Significant incident.--The term ``significant incident''-- (A) means an incident or a group of related incidents that results, or is likely to result, in demonstrable harm to-- (i) the national security interests, foreign relations, or economy of the United States; or (ii) the public confidence, civil liberties, or public health and safety of the people of the United States; and (B) does not include an incident or a portion of a group of related incidents that occurs on-- (i) a national security system, as defined in section 3552 of title 44, United States Code; or (ii) an information system described in paragraph (2) or (3) of section 3553(e) of title 44, United States Code. (7) Temporary position.--The term ``temporary position'' means a position in the competitive or excepted service for a period of 6 months or less. (8) Uniformed services.--The term ``uniformed services'' has the meaning given the term in section 2101 of title 5, United States Code. (b) Pilot Project.-- (1) In general.--The Director may carry out a pilot project to establish a Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve at the Agency. (2) Purpose.--The purpose of a Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve is to enable the Agency to effectively respond to significant incidents. (3) Alternative methods.--Consistent with section 4703 of title 5, United States Code, in carrying out a pilot project authorized under paragraph (1), the Director may, without further authorization from the Office of Personnel Management, provide for alternative methods of-- (A) establishing qualifications requirements for, recruitment of, and appointment to positions; and (B) classifying positions. (4) Appointments.--Under the pilot project authorized under paragraph (1), upon occurrence of a significant incident, the Director-- (A) may activate members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve by-- (i) noncompetitively appointing members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve to temporary positions in the competitive service; or (ii) appointing members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve to temporary positions in the excepted service; (B) shall notify Congress whenever a member is activated under subparagraph (A); and (C) may appoint not more than 30 members to the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve under subparagraph (A) at any time. (5) Status as employees.--An individual appointed under subsection (b)(4) shall be considered a Federal civil service employee under section 2105 of title 5, United States Code. (6) Additional employees.--Individuals appointed under subsection (b)(4) shall be in addition to any employees of the Agency who provide cybersecurity services. (7) Employment protections.--The Secretary of Labor shall prescribe such regulations as necessary to ensure the reemployment, continuation of benefits, and non-discrimination in reemployment of individuals appointed under subsection (b)(4), provided that such regulations shall include, at a minimum, those rights and obligations set forth under chapter 43 of title 38, United States Code. (8) Status in reserve.--During the period beginning on the date on which an individual is recruited by the Agency to serve in the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve and ending on the date on which the individual is appointed under subsection (b)(4), and during any period in between any such appointments, the individual shall not be considered a Federal employee. (c) Eligibility; Application and Selection.-- (1) In general.--Under the pilot project authorized under subsection (b), the Director shall establish criteria for-- (A) individuals to be eligible for the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve; and (B) the application and selection processes for the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (2) Requirements for individuals.--The criteria established under paragraph (1)(A) with respect to an individual shall include-- (A) previous employment-- (i) by the executive branch; (ii) within the uniformed services; (iii) as a Federal contractor within the executive branch; or (iv) by a State, local, Tribal, or territorial government; (B) if the individual has previously served as a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve of the Agency, that the previous appointment ended not less than 60 days before the individual may be appointed for a subsequent temporary position in the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve of the Agency; and (C) cybersecurity expertise. (3) Prescreening.--The Agency shall-- (A) conduct a prescreening of each individual prior to appointment under subsection (b)(4) for any topic or product that would create a conflict of interest; and (B) require each individual appointed under subsection (b)(4) to notify the Agency if a potential conflict of interest arises during the appointment. (4) Agreement required.--An individual may become a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve only if the individual enters into an agreement with the Director to become such a member, which shall set forth the rights and obligations of the individual and the Agency. (5) Exception for continuing military service commitments.--A member of the Selected Reserve under section 10143 of title 10, United States Code, may not be a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (6) Priority.--In appointing individuals to the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve, the Agency shall prioritize the appointment of individuals described in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(A) before considering individuals described in clause (iii) or (iv) of paragraph (2)(A). (7) Prohibition.--Any individual who is an employee of the executive branch may not be recruited or appointed to serve in the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (d) Security Clearances.-- (1) In general.--The Director shall ensure that all members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve undergo the appropriate personnel vetting and adjudication commensurate with the duties of the position, including a determination of eligibility for access to classified information where a security clearance is necessary, according to applicable policy and authorities. (2) Cost of sponsoring clearances.--If a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve requires a security clearance in order to carry out their duties, the Agency shall be responsible for the cost of sponsoring the security clearance of a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (e) Study and Implementation Plan.-- (1) Study.--Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Agency shall begin a study on the design and implementation of the pilot project authorized under subsection (b)(1) at the Agency, including-- (A) compensation and benefits for members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve; (B) activities that members may undertake as part of their duties; (C) methods for identifying and recruiting members, including alternatives to traditional qualifications requirements; (D) methods for preventing conflicts of interest or other ethical concerns as a result of participation in the pilot project and details of mitigation efforts to address any conflict of interest concerns; (E) resources, including additional funding, needed to carry out the pilot project; (F) possible penalties for individuals who do not respond to activation when called, in accordance with the rights and procedures set forth under title 5, Code of Federal Regulations; and (G) processes and requirements for training and onboarding members. (2) Implementation plan.--Not later than 1 year after beginning the study required under paragraph (1), the Agency shall-- (A) submit to the appropriate congressional committees an implementation plan for the pilot project authorized under subsection (b)(1); and (B) provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the implementation plan. (3) Prohibition.--The Agency may not take any action to begin implementation of the pilot project authorized under subsection (b)(1) until the Agency fulfills the requirements under paragraph (2). (f) Project Guidance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director shall, in consultation with the Office of Personnel Management and the Office of Government Ethics, issue guidance establishing and implementing the pilot project authorized under subsection (b)(1) at the Agency. (g) Briefings and Report.-- (1) Briefings.--Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Director issues the guidance required under subsection (f), and every year thereafter, the Agency shall provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on activities carried out under the pilot project of the Agency, including-- (A) participation in the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve, including the number of participants, the diversity of participants, and any barriers to recruitment or retention of members; (B) an evaluation of the ethical requirements of the pilot project; (C) whether the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve has been effective in providing additional capacity to the Agency during significant incidents; and (D) an evaluation of the eligibility requirements for the pilot project. (2) Report.--Not earlier than 6 months and not later than 3 months before the date on which the pilot project of the Agency terminates under subsection (i), the Agency shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report and provide a briefing on recommendations relating to the pilot project, including recommendations for-- (A) whether the pilot project should be modified, extended in duration, or established as a permanent program, and if so, an appropriate scope for the program; (B) how to attract participants, ensure a diversity of participants, and address any barriers to recruitment or retention of members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve; (C) the ethical requirements of the pilot project and the effectiveness of mitigation efforts to address any conflict of interest concerns; and (D) an evaluation of the eligibility requirements for the pilot project. (h) Evaluation.--Not later than 3 years after the pilot project authorized under subsection (b) is established in the Agency, the Comptroller General of the United States shall-- (1) conduct a study evaluating the pilot project at the Agency; and (2) submit to Congress-- (A) a report on the results of the study; and (B) a recommendation with respect to whether the pilot project should be modified, extended in duration, or established as a permanent program. (i) Sunset.--The pilot project authorized under this section shall terminate on the date that is 4 years after the date on which the pilot project is established. (j) No Additional Funds.-- (1) In general.--No additional funds are authorized to be appropriated for the purpose of carrying out this Act. (2) Existing authorized amounts.--Funds to carry out this Act may, as provided in advance in appropriations Acts, only come from amounts authorized to be appropriated to the Agency. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S886
Women's Suffrage National Monument Location Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 886 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 886 To authorize the location of a monument on the National Mall to commemorate and honor the women's suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Ms. Baldwin (for herself, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Bennet, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Duckworth, Mrs. Gillibrand, and Mrs. Shaheen) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To authorize the location of a monument on the National Mall to commemorate and honor the women's suffrage movement and the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Women's Suffrage National Monument Location Act'' SEC. 2. WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE NATIONAL MONUMENT. (a) Site.--Notwithstanding section 8908(c) of title 40, United States Code, the Women's Suffrage National Monument shall be located within the Reserve. (b) Applicability of Commemorative Works Act.--Except as provided in subsection (a), chapter 89 of title 40, United States Code (commonly known as the ``Commemorative Works Act''), shall apply to the Women's Suffrage National Monument. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Women's suffrage national monument.--The term ``Women's Suffrage National Monument'' means the commemorative work authorized to be established under Public Law 116-217 (40 U.S.C. 8903 note). (2) Reserve.--The term ``Reserve'' has the meaning given such term in section 8902(a)(3) of title 40, United States Code. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S887
A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, and for other purposes.
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<p>This bill prohibits a Federal Reserve bank from offering products or services directly to an individual, maintaining an account on behalf of an individual, or issuing a central bank digital currency directly to an individual.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 887 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 887 To amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cruz (for himself, Mr. Braun, and Mr. Grassley) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON FEDERAL RESERVE BANKS RELATING TO CERTAIN PRODUCTS OR SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS. Section 13 of the Federal Reserve Act is amended by adding after the 14th undesignated paragraph (12 U.S.C. 347d) the following: ``No Federal reserve bank may offer products or services directly to an individual, maintain an account on behalf of an individual, or issue a central bank digital currency directly to an individual.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S888
Aviation Empowerment Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 888 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 888 To amend title 49, United States Code, to add definitions for the terms ``common carrier'' and ``personal operator'', and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Lee introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 49, United States Code, to add definitions for the terms ``common carrier'' and ``personal operator'', and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Aviation Empowerment Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. Section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(48) `common carrier' means a service provided by a person that meets the following elements: ``(A) holding out of a willingness to; ``(B) transport persons or property; ``(C) from place to place; ``(D) for compensation; and ``(E) without refusal unless authorized by law. In applying subparagraph (D), the term `compensation' requires the intent to pursue monetary profit but does not include flights in which the pilot and passengers share aircraft operating expenses or the pilot receives any benefit. ``(49) `personal operator' means a person providing air transportation of persons or property for compensation or hire in aircraft that have eight or fewer seats, provided that the person holds a private pilot certificate pursuant to subpart E of section 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation). A personal operator or a flight operated by a personal operator does not constitute a common carrier, as defined in paragraph (48), a commercial operation requiring a certificate under part 119 or 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation), or a commercial operator, as defined in section 1.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation).''. SEC. 3. REGULATIONS. Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall issue or revise regulations to comply with this Act and to ensure the following: (1) That a person who holds a pilot certificate may communicate with the public, in any manner the person determines appropriate, to facilitate an aircraft flight for which the pilot and passengers share aircraft operating expenses in accordance with section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation) and that such flight-sharing operations under section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation) shall not be deemed a common carrier, as defined in paragraph (48) of section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code, or a commercial operation requiring a certificate under part 119 or 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation). (2) That a personal operator, as defined in paragraph (49) of section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code, as added by section 2, operating under part 91 of title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation) shall not be subject to the requirements set forth in part 121, 125, or 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation). &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S889
Protecting Students from Worthless Degrees Act
[ [ "M001176", "Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]", "sponsor" ], [ "D000563", "Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]", "cosponsor" ], [ "B001277", "Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 889 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 889 To provide consumer protections for students. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Merkley (for himself and Mr. Durbin) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide consumer protections for students. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Students from Worthless Degrees Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Federal financial assistance program.--The term ``Federal financial assistance program'' means a program authorized and funded by the Federal Government under any of the following provisions of law: (A) Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1070 et seq.). (B) Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3111 et seq.). (C) The Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (29 U.S.C. 3271 et seq.). (D) Chapter 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, or 36 of title 38, United States Code. (E) Chapter 101, 105, 106A, 1606, 1607, or 1608 of title 10, United States Code. (F) Section 1784a, 2005, or 2007 of title 10, United States Code. (2) Freely associated states.--The term ``freely associated States'' means the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau. (3) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education''-- (A) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(A), has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002); (B) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(B), has the meaning given the term in section 3 of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3102); (C) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(C), has the meaning given the term ``postsecondary educational institution'' under section 203 of the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (29 U.S.C. 3272); (D) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(D), has the meaning given the term ``educational institution'' under section 3452 of title 38, United States Code; (E) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(E), means an educational institution that awards a degree or certificate and is located in any State; and (F) with respect to a program authorized under paragraph (1)(F), means an educational institution that awards a degree or certificate and is located in any State. (4) State.--The term ``State'' includes, in addition to the several States of the United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, Guam, American Samoa, the United States Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the freely associated States. SEC. 3. PROTECTIONS IN OCCUPATIONS REQUIRING STATE LICENSURE. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an institution of higher education is not eligible to participate in a Federal financial assistance program with respect to any program of postsecondary education or training, including a degree or certificate program and any program offered by distance education or correspondence courses to students located in a State other than where the institution is physically located, that is designed to prepare students for entry into a recognized occupation or profession that requires licensing or other established requirements as a pre-condition for entry into such occupation or profession, unless, by not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act-- (1) the successful completion of the program fully qualifies a student, in the metropolitan statistical area in which the student resides, in the State in which the student resides, and in any State in which the institution indicates, through advertising or marketing activities or direct contact with potential students, that a student will be prepared to work in the occupation or profession after successfully completing the program, to-- (A) take any examination required for entry into the recognized occupation or profession in the metropolitan statistical area and any State described in this paragraph, including satisfying all Federal, State, or professionally mandated programmatic and specialized accreditation requirements, if any; and (B) be certified or licensed or meet any other academically related pre-conditions that are required for entry into the recognized occupation or profession in any such State; and (2) the institution offering the program provides timely placement for all of the academically related pre-licensure requirements for entry into the recognized occupation or profession, such as clinical placements, internships, or apprenticeships. SEC. 4. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS. Section 487 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1094) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following: ``(30) The institution will-- ``(A) provide to the Secretary not later than the first December 31 following the date of enactment of the Protecting Students from Worthless Degrees Act (or, for any institution that does not have an active program participation agreement as of such date, the first December 31 after the institution enters into the agreement), in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary, a certification signed by the most senior executive officer of the institution that the institution and each of the eligible gainful employment programs included on the eligibility and certification approval report of the institution under subpart 3 of part H meet the requirements of subsection (k); ``(B) include with its certification an explanation of how each eligible gainful employment program is not substantially similar to any ineligible or discontinued program described in subsection (k)(2)(D); and ``(C) update the certification within 10 days if there are any changes in the approvals for an eligible gainful employment program, or other changes for an eligible gainful employment program that make the existing certification no longer accurate.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(k) Certification Requirements for Gainful Employment Programs.-- ``(1) Definition of gainful employment program.--The term `gainful employment program' means a program of training that-- ``(A) in order to qualify for assistance under this title, is required under subsection (b)(1)(A)(i) or (c)(1)(A) of section 102, or section 101(b)(1), to satisfy gainful employment requirements; and ``(B) is offered by an institution eligible to receive assistance under this title. ``(2) In general.--Each eligible gainful employment program included on the eligibility and certification approval report of an institution of higher education shall comply with each of the following: ``(A) The gainful employment program is approved by a recognized accrediting agency or is otherwise included in the institution's accreditation by its recognized accrediting agency, or, if the institution is a public postsecondary vocational institution, the program is approved by a recognized State agency for the approval of public postsecondary vocational education in lieu of accreditation. ``(B) The gainful employment program is programmatically accredited, if such accreditation is required by-- ``(i) a Federal governmental entity; ``(ii) a governmental entity in the State in which the institution is located; or ``(iii) a governmental entity in a State in which the institution is not physically located, if the institution-- ``(I) offers postsecondary education through distance education or correspondence courses to students located in that State; or ``(II) is otherwise subject to that State's jurisdiction, as determined by that State. ``(C) The gainful employment program satisfies the applicable educational prerequisites for professional licensure or certification requirements in the State in which the institution is located or a State described in subparagraph (B)(iii), so that a student who completes the program and seeks employment in any such State qualifies to take any licensure or certification examination that is needed for the student to practice or find employment in an occupation that the program prepares students to enter. ``(D) The gainful employment program is not substantially similar to a program offered by the institution that, in any of the 3 years prior to the date of the eligibility and certification approval report-- ``(i) became ineligible for funding under this title due to a debt to earning rates measure, or any subsequent outcome measure, that the Secretary determines serves the best interests of students and taxpayers; and ``(ii) was voluntarily discontinued by the institution. ``(3) Requirements ensuring student awareness.--Before an institution offering a gainful employment program enrolls any student who intends to reside, practice, or seek employment in a State for which the program does not satisfy the applicable educational prerequisites for professional licensure or certification requirements needed for that occupation in that State, the institution shall-- ``(A) notify the student that the gainful employment program does not satisfy the prerequisites; and ``(B) obtain from the student a handwritten statement, in the student's own words and signed by the student, acknowledging that the student wishes to enroll in the gainful employment program despite knowing that the gainful employment program does not meet the licensure or certification requirements for the occupation in the State in which the student intends to reside, practice, or seek employment. ``(4) Requirements regarding reestablishment of eligibility.--The institution shall not seek to reestablish the eligibility of a gainful employment program that is ineligible for funding under this subsection until not less than 3 years following the date specified in the notice of determination informing the institution of the program's ineligibility.''. SEC. 5. STATE AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION PROGRAMS. Section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a)) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)(2), by inserting ``, in accordance with subsection (d)'' before the semicolon; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(d) State Authorization.-- ``(1) In general.--An institution that offers postsecondary education through distance education or correspondence courses shall meet the requirements of subsection (a)(2) by being legally authorized within each State in which the institution's enrolled students are located, subject to paragraph (2). ``(2) State authorization reciprocity agreements.--An institution described in paragraph (1) that is located in a State that participates in a State authorization reciprocity agreement with another State and that is covered by such State authorization reciprocity agreement, is considered to meet State requirements for the institution to be legally offering postsecondary distance education or correspondence courses in the other State-- ``(A) subject to any additional requirements of that State; and ``(B) if the institution documents, in the manner required by the Secretary, that each State in which the institution's enrolled students are located has a State process-- ``(i) to review and take appropriate action on complaints from any of such enrolled students concerning the institution, including enforcing applicable State law; and ``(ii) to make the complaints public. ``(3) State authorization reciprocity agreement defined.-- In this subsection, the term `State authorization reciprocity agreement' means an agreement between 2 or more States that-- ``(A) authorizes an institution located and legally authorized in a State covered by the agreement to provide postsecondary education through distance education or correspondence courses to students located in other States covered by the agreement; and ``(B) does not prohibit any State in the agreement from enforcing the State's own statutes and regulations, regardless as to whether such statutes and regulations are general and apply to all educational institutions or specifically directed at a subset of educational institutions.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S89
No Budget, No Pay Act
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<p><b>No Budget, No Pay Act</b></p> <p>This bill prohibits Members of Congress from being paid in a fiscal year until both chambers approve the budget resolution and pass all regular appropriations bills for that fiscal year. Retroactive pay is prohibited for such a period.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 89 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 89 To provide that Members of Congress may not receive pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which Congress has not approved a concurrent resolution on the budget and passed the regular appropriations bills. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 25, 2023 Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Manchin, Mr. Scott of Florida, Ms. Hassan, Mrs. Capito, Mrs. Britt, and Mrs. Blackburn) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide that Members of Congress may not receive pay after October 1 of any fiscal year in which Congress has not approved a concurrent resolution on the budget and passed the regular appropriations bills. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``No Budget, No Pay Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act-- (1) the term ``Budget and Appropriations Chairs'' means the House Budget and Appropriations Chairs and the Senate Budget and Appropriations Chairs; (2) the term ``House Budget and Appropriations Chairs'' means the Chair of the Committee on the Budget of the House of Representatives and the Chair of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives; (3) the term ``Member of Congress''-- (A) has the meaning given that term under section 2106 of title 5, United States Code; and (B) does not include the Vice President; and (4) the term ``Senate Budget and Appropriations Chairs'' means the Chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate and the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate. SEC. 3. TIMELY APPROVAL OF CONCURRENT RESOLUTION ON THE BUDGET AND THE APPROPRIATIONS BILLS. Not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, both Houses of Congress shall-- (1) approve a concurrent resolution on the budget as described under section 301 of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 632) for that the fiscal year; and (2) pass all the regular appropriations bills for that fiscal year. SEC. 4. NO PAY WITHOUT CONCURRENT RESOLUTION ON THE BUDGET AND THE APPROPRIATIONS BILLS. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no funds may be appropriated or otherwise be made available from the Treasury of the United States for the pay of any Member of Congress with respect to any period during which Congress is not in compliance with section 3, as determined by the Budget and Appropriations Chairs under section 5. (b) No Retroactive Pay.--A Member of Congress may not receive pay with respect to any period during which Congress was not in compliance with section 3, as determined by the Budget and Appropriations Chairs under section 5, at any time after the end of that period. SEC. 5. DETERMINATIONS. (a) Senate.-- (1) Request for certifications.--On October 1 of each year, the Secretary of the Senate shall submit to the Senate Budget and Appropriations Chairs a request for certification of determinations made under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (2). (2) Determinations.--The Senate Budget and Appropriations Chairs shall-- (A) on October 1 of each fiscal year, make a determination of whether Congress is in compliance with section 3 with respect to that fiscal year and whether Senators may not be paid under section 4; (B) determine the period of days following each October 1 that Senators may not be paid under section 4; and (C) provide timely certification of the determinations under subparagraphs (A) and (B) upon the request of the Secretary of the Senate. (b) House of Representatives.-- (1) Request for certifications.--On October 1 of each fiscal year, the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives shall submit to the House Budget and Appropriations Chairs a request for certification of determinations made under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (2). (2) Determinations.--The House Budget and Appropriations Chairs shall-- (A) on October 1 of each fiscal year, make a determination of whether Congress is in compliance with section 3 with respect to that fiscal year and whether Members of the House of Representatives may not be paid under section 4; (B) determine the period of days following each October 1 that Members of the House of Representatives may not be paid under section 4; and (C) provide timely certification of the determinations under subparagraphs (A) and (B) upon the request of the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall take effect on September 30, 2025. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S890
Screening Partnership Reform Act
[ [ "L000577", "Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]", "sponsor" ] ]
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 890 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 890 To improve the program providing for private screening companies to conduct security screening at airports, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Lee introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To improve the program providing for private screening companies to conduct security screening at airports, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Screening Partnership Reform Act''. SEC. 2. SCREENING PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM. (a) In General.--Section 44920 of title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows: ``(b) Selection of Qualified Private Screening Companies.-- ``(1) List of qualified private screening companies.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from the operator of an airport under subsection (a), the Administrator shall provide the operator of such airport with an opportunity-- ``(A) for the operator to select a qualified private screening company with which the operator prefers the Administrator enter into a contract for screening services at such airport; or ``(B) to request that the Administrator select a qualified private screening company with which to enter into such a contract. ``(2) Entry into contract.-- ``(A) In general.--Subject to subsections (c) and (d), not later than 60 days after the date on which the operator of an airport selects a qualified private screening company under paragraph (1)(A) or clause (ii) or requests the Administrator to select such a company under paragraph (1)(B)-- ``(i) the Administrator shall enter into a contract for screening services at that airport with the qualified private screening company selected by the airport or the company selected by the Administrator, as the case may be; or ``(ii) in the case of a company selected by the operator of the airport, if the Administrator rejects the bid from that company, or is otherwise unable to enter into a contract with that company, the Administrator shall provide the operator of the airport another 60 days to select another qualified private screening company. ``(B) Rejection of bids.--If the Administrator rejects a bid from a private screening company selected by the operator of an airport under paragraph (1)(A) or subparagraph (A)(ii), the Administrator shall, not later than 30 days after rejecting such bid, submit a report to the operator, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives that includes-- ``(i) the findings that served as the basis for rejecting such bid; ``(ii) the results of any cost or security analyses conducted in relation to such bid; and ``(iii) recommendations for how the operator of the airport can address the reasons the Administrator rejected such bid.''; (2) in subsection (c), by striking ``and will provide'' and all that follows through ``with this chapter''; (3) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1); (B) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (1) and (2), respectively; (C) in paragraph (1), as redesignated-- (i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ``The Administrator'' and all that follows and inserting ``The Administrator shall enter into a contract with a qualified private screening company only if--''; (ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (iii) by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following: ``(C) the cost of providing screening services at the airport under the contract is equal to or less than the cost to the Federal Government of providing screening services at that airport during the term of the contract; and ``(D) entering into the contract would not compromise aviation security or the effectiveness of the screening of passengers or property at the airport.''; (D) in paragraph (2), as redesignated, by striking the second sentence; and (E) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Training and certification.-- ``(A) In general.--A private screening company may fulfill the requirement under paragraph (1)(A) by using screening supervisors who have been trained and certified at a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center to administer comparable on-site training and certification to private security screeners at an airport that is participating in the screening partnership program. ``(B) Authorized trainers.--If a private screening company elects to conduct on-site training and certification in accordance with subparagraph (A), such training shall be conducted by-- ``(i) a Federal employer or contractor who is authorized to train and certify security screeners; or ``(ii) an employee of a private screening company who has successfully completed security supervisor training at a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. ``(C) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to require security screeners employed by a private screening company who have received on-site training and certification in accordance with subparagraph (A) to receive any additional training at a Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. ``(4) Part-time positions.--None of the standards required to be a qualified private screening company may be construed to prohibit a private screening company from employing screeners for part-time positions. ``(5) Calculation of federal costs.--For purpose of the comparison of costs required under paragraph (1)(C), the Administrator shall incorporate a cost estimate that reflects the total cost to the Federal Government, including all costs incurred by all Federal agencies and not only by the Transportation Security Administration, of providing screening services at an airport.''; (4) by striking subsection (i) (as added by section 1946(a)(7) of the TSA Modernization Act (division K of Public Law 115-254)); and (5) by striking subsection (i) (as added by section 1991(d)(17)(B) of the TSA Modernization Act (division K of Public Law 115-254)) and inserting the following: ``(i) Consideration of Recommendations by Private Screening Companies for Improving Aviation Security.-- ``(1) Recommendations.--The Administrator shall request each qualified private screening company that enters into a contract with the Transportation Security Administration under this section to provide screening services at an airport to submit to the Administrator an annual report that includes recommendations for-- ``(A) new approaches to prioritize and streamline requirements for aviation security; ``(B) new or more efficient processes for the screening of all passengers and property at the airport under section 44901; ``(C) processes and procedures that would enhance the screening of passengers and property at the airport; or ``(D) screening processes and procedures that would better enable the Administrator and the private screening company to respond to threats and emerging threats to aviation security. ``(2) Testing.--The Administrator shall conduct a field demonstration at an airport of each recommendation submitted under paragraph (1) to determine the effectiveness of the approach, process, or procedure recommended, unless the Administrator determines that conducting such a demonstration would compromise aviation security. ``(3) Consideration of adoption.-- ``(A) In general.--After conducting a field demonstration under paragraph (2) with respect to a recommendation submitted under paragraph (1) by a private screening company, the Administrator-- ``(i) shall consider adopting the recommendation; and ``(ii) may adopt the recommendation at all or some airports. ``(B) Report.--If the Administrator does not adopt a recommendation submitted under paragraph (1) by a private screening company, the Administrator shall submit a report to Congress and the private screening company that includes-- ``(i) a description of the specific reasons the Administrator chose not to adopt the recommendation; and ``(ii) recommendations for how the private screening company could improve the approach, process, or procedure recommended. ``(j) Restrictions on Relocation Payments.-- ``(1) In general.--A security screener employed by the Transportation Security Administration who accepts an offer of employment from a private screening company under this section may not receive any amount of relocation compensation from the Transportation Security Administration. ``(2) Coordination and disclosures.--The Administrator shall-- ``(A) coordinate with the selected qualified private screening company regarding the terms of the airport transition; and ``(B) publicly disclose compensation and relocation or transfer benefits made available to security screeners that remain employees of the Transportation Security Administration after transferring to an airport that is not participating in the screening partnership program. ``(3) Standard hiring process.--Any security screener employed by a private screening company under this section who is a former employee of the Transportation Security Administration shall be subject to the standard hiring process for security screeners employed by the Transportation Security Administration if he or she seeks to transition back to such employment.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 44920 of title 49, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by inserting ``(referred to in this section as the `Administrator')'' after ``of the Transportation Security Administration''; and (2) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``Secretary of Homeland Security'' and inserting ``Administrator''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``Secretary of Homeland Security or the Secretary's'' and inserting ``Administrator or the Administrator's''. (c) Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.--Section 884(c) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 464(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (9), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (10), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(11) create and maintain a FLETC training program to certify private security screening supervisors to administer on-site security screening training and certification for the participants in the Screening Partnership Program in accordance with section 44920(d)(3) of title 49, United States Code.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S891
ATC SOAR Act
[ [ "L000577", "Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]", "sponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>Air Traffic Control Safe Operation and Readiness Act </strong><b>or the ATC SOAR Act</b></p> <p>This bill revises the hiring process for air traffic control specialists.</p> <p>Specifically, the bill requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to</p> <ul> <li>consider for the interview stage of the hiring process candidates who score at or above the passing score on the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (AT-SA) and meet minimum qualifications established by the FAA, </li> <li>revise the AT-SA to ensure that all questions are supported by a peer reviewed job analysis, and </li> <li>revise the AT-SA to ensure that it does not incorporate any biographical questionnaire or other questions of a biographical nature.</li> </ul>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 891 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 891 To amend title 49, United States Code, to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to give preferential consideration to individuals who have successfully completed air traffic controller training when hiring air traffic control specialists, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Lee introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 49, United States Code, to require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to give preferential consideration to individuals who have successfully completed air traffic controller training when hiring air traffic control specialists, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Air Traffic Control Safe Operation and Readiness Act'' or the ``ATC SOAR Act''. SEC. 2. HIRING OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALISTS. Section 44506(f)(1)(B) of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) Consideration of candidates.--The Administrator shall consider for the interview stage of the hiring process candidates in each applicant pool described in this subparagraph who-- ``(I) score at or above a passing score as determined by the Administrator on the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (AT-SA); and ``(II) meet minimum qualifications established by the Administrator.''. SEC. 3. ENSURING HIRING OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALISTS IS BASED ON ASSESSMENT OF JOB-RELEVANT APTITUDES. (a) Update of the Air Traffic Skills Assessment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall revise the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (in this section referred to as the ``AT-SA'') administered to air traffic controller applicants described in clauses (ii) and (iii) of section 44506(f)(1)(B) of title 49, United States Code, in accordance with the following requirements: (1) The Administrator shall ensure that all questions on the AT-SA are supported by a peer-reviewed job analysis that ensures all questions test job-relevant aptitudes. (2) The Administrator shall ensure that the AT-SA does not incorporate any biographical questionnaire or assessment or other questions of a biographical nature (other than basic identifiers such as first and last name) for applicants for the position of air traffic controller from the applicant pools described in clauses (ii) and (iii) of section 44506(f)(1)(B) of title 49, United States Code. (b) Conforming Amendments Eliminating Use of Biographical Assessments for All Applicants.--Section 44506(f) of title 49, United States Code, as amended by section 2, is further amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(C)-- (A) by striking clause (ii); and (B) by redesignating clause (iii) as clause (ii); and (2) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(2) No biographical assessments.--The Administrator shall not use any biographical assessment when hiring under paragraph (1)(A) or paragraph (1)(B).''. SEC. 4. DOT INSPECTOR GENERAL REPORT. Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration completes the revision of the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (AT-SA) required under section 3(a), the Inspector General of the Department of Transportation shall submit a report to the Administrator, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, and, upon request, to any member of Congress, that assesses the assumptions and methodologies used to develop such revisions, the job-relevant aptitudes measured, and the scoring process for the revised assessment, together with, if appropriate, a description of any actions taken or recommended to be taken to address the results of the report. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S892
Colorectal Cancer Detection Act
[ [ "H001046", "Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]", "sponsor" ], [ "W000437", "Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]", "cosponsor" ], [ "P000145", "Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p><strong>Colorectal Cancer Detection Act</strong></p> <p>This bill provides for Medicare coverage and payment, subject to&nbsp;specified frequency limits, of certain colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests. </p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 892 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 892 To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicare program for FDA-approved qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests, to increase participation in colorectal cancer screening in under-screened communities of color, to offset the COVID-19 pandemic driven declines in colorectal cancer screening, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Heinrich introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicare program for FDA-approved qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests, to increase participation in colorectal cancer screening in under-screened communities of color, to offset the COVID-19 pandemic driven declines in colorectal cancer screening, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Colorectal Cancer Detection Act''. SEC. 2. MEDICARE COVERAGE FOR FDA-APPROVED QUALIFYING COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING BLOOD-BASED TESTS. (a) In General.--Section 1861(pp) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(pp)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)-- (A) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as subparagraph (E); and (B) by inserting after subparagraph (C) the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based test.''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(3) The term `qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based test' means a screening blood-based test for the early detection of colorectal cancer that is marketed or used, as applicable, in accordance with the relevant provisions of section 353 of the Public Health Service Act or the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''. (b) Frequency Limits for Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests and Payment Amount for Qualifying Colorectal Cancer Screening Blood-Based Tests.--Section 1834(d) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m(d)) is amended-- (1) by amending clause (ii) of paragraph (1)(B) to read as follows: ``(ii) if the test is performed within the 11 months after a previous screening fecal- occult blood test or a previous qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based test.''; (2) in paragraph (2)(E)(ii), by inserting ``or within the 35 months after a previous screening fecal-occult blood test or previous qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based test'' after ``sigmoidoscopy''; (3) by amending subparagraph (E) of paragraph (3) to read as follows: ``(E) Frequency limit.--No payment may be made under this part for a colorectal cancer screening test consisting of a screening colonoscopy-- ``(i) if the procedure is performed within the 11 months after a previous screening fecal- occult blood test or previous qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based test; ``(ii) for individuals at high risk for colorectal cancer if the procedure is performed within the 23 months after a previous screening colonoscopy; or ``(iii) for individuals not at high risk for colorectal cancer if the procedure is performed within the 119 months after a previous screening colonoscopy or within the 47 months after a previous screening flexible sigmoidoscopy.''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(4) Qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests.-- ``(A) Payment amount.--The payment amount for colorectal cancer screening tests consisting of qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests shall be established by the Secretary in accordance with section 1833(h) and section 1834A, as applicable. ``(B) Frequency limit.--Paragraph (1)(B) shall apply to colorectal cancer screening tests consisting of qualifying colorectal cancer screening blood-based tests in the same manner as such paragraph applies to colorectal cancer screening tests consisting of fecal- occult blood tests.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to colorectal cancer screening tests furnished in a year beginning more than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S893
Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 893 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 893 To amend title 49, United States Code, to raise the retirement age for pilots engaged in commercial aviation operations, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Manchin, Mr. Grassley, Ms. Lummis, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Kelly, and Mrs. Fischer) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 49, United States Code, to raise the retirement age for pilots engaged in commercial aviation operations, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act''. SEC. 2. INCREASED RETIREMENT AGE FOR PILOTS. Section 44729 of title 49, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``Sec. 44729. Age standards for pilots ``(a) In General.--A pilot may serve in multicrew covered operations until attaining 67 years of age. ``(b) Covered Operations Defined.--In this section, the term `covered operations' means operations under part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, unless the operation takes place in-- ``(1) the territorial airspace of a foreign country where such operations are prohibited by the foreign country; or ``(2) international airspace where such operations are not in compliance with the Annexes to the Convention on International Civil Aviation. ``(c) Regulations.--On and after the date of enactment of the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act, subsections (d) and (e) of section 121.383 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, shall be deemed to have been amended to increase the age listed in such subsections to 67 years of age. ``(d) Applicability.-- ``(1) Nonretroactivity.--No person who has attained 65 years of age before the date of enactment of the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act may serve as a pilot for an air carrier engaged in covered operations unless-- ``(A) such person is in the employment of that air carrier in such operations on such date of enactment as a required flight deck crew member; or ``(B) such person is newly hired by an air carrier as a pilot on or after such date of enactment without credit for prior seniority or prior longevity for benefits or other terms related to length of service prior to the date of rehire under any labor agreement or employment policies of the air carrier. ``(2) Protection for compliance.--An action taken in conformance with this section, taken in conformance with a regulation issued to carry out this section, or taken prior to the date of enactment of the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act in conformance with subsection (d) or (e) of section 121.383 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect before such date), may not serve as a basis for liability or relief in a proceeding, brought under any employment law or regulation, before any court or agency of the United States or of any State or locality. ``(e) Amendments to Labor Agreements and Benefit Plans.--Any amendment to a labor agreement or benefit plan of an air carrier that is required to conform with the requirements of this section or a regulation issued to carry out this section, and is applicable to pilots represented for collective bargaining, shall be made by agreement of the air carrier and the designated bargaining representative of the pilots of the air carrier. ``(f) Medical Standards and Records.-- ``(1) Medical examinations and standards.--Except as provided by paragraph (2), a person serving as a pilot for an air carrier engaged in covered operations shall not be subject to different medical standards, or different, greater, or more frequent medical examinations, on account of age unless the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration determines (based on data received or studies published after the date of enactment of the Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act) that different medical standards, or different, greater, or more frequent medical examinations, are needed to ensure an adequate level of safety in flight. ``(2) Duration of first-class medical certificate.--No person who has attained 60 years of age may serve as a pilot of an air carrier engaged in covered operations unless the person has a first-class medical certificate. Such a certificate shall expire on the last day of the 6-month period following the date of examination shown on the certificate. ``(g) Safety Training.--Each air carrier engaged in covered operations shall continue to use pilot training and qualification programs approved by the Federal Aviation Administration.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S894
Public Safety Officer Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Health Act of 2023
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<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 894 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 894 To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to collect and disseminate information on concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Ms. Cortez Masto, Mr. Braun, Mr. Casey, and Mr. Coons) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to collect and disseminate information on concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Public Safety Officer Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Health Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. INFORMATION ON CONCUSSION AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY AMONG PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS. Part J of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 280b et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 393D of such Act the following: ``SEC. 393E. INFORMATION ON CONCUSSION AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY AMONG PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall collect and make publicly available information on concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers, including research related to evidence- based practices and personal protective equipment recommendations, and medical information related to diagnosing, protocols for identifying and treating, and measures for reducing the incidence of concussion and traumatic brain injury among public safety officers. ``(b) Dissemination of Information.-- ``(1) In general.--For purposes of making information available under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- ``(A) update the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with respect to traumatic brain injury; and ``(B) develop other means to disseminate such information to-- ``(i) medical professionals and public health professionals, to improve care and treatment services provided to public safety officers suffering from concussion or traumatic brain injury; ``(ii) public safety employers and employee representatives, to improve strategies and practices to reduce the incidence of concussion and traumatic brain injury resulting from firefighting, fire protection, law enforcement, and other public safety activities; ``(iii) mental health professionals, to develop a better understanding of the link between concussion and traumatic brain injury and conditions such as trauma and stress related disorders, mood disorders, and suicidal ideations; ``(iv) patients and their families, to improve awareness of health care specialists in the area of concussion and traumatic brain injury, and to improve patient understanding of the effects of concussion and traumatic brain injury; and ``(v) institutions of higher education, including medical schools and schools of public health, and other researchers. ``(2) Consultation.--In developing the website under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with the individuals and entities described in clauses (i) through (v) of paragraph (1)(B) to ensure that information collected and disseminated best meets the needs of the public safety community in terms of content, quality, and utility. ``(3) Additional dissemination activities.--The Secretary may disseminate information described in subsection (a) through arrangements with nonprofit organizations, labor organizations and employee representatives, other governmental organizations or entities, and the media. ``(c) Authorized Activities.--In carrying out this section, the Secretary may support public and private efforts to identify and create model guidelines, protocols, and evidence-based practices to treat concussion and traumatic brain injury in public safety officers, including through grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements. ``(d) Definition.--In this section, the term `public safety officer' has the meaning given such term in section 1204 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S895
Ellie’s Law
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<p><b>Ellie Helton, Lisa Colagrossi, Kristen Shafer Englert, Teresa Anne Lawrence, and Jennifer Sedney Focused Research Act or Ellie's Law</b></p> <p>This bill authorizes appropriations for the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to conduct or support research on unruptured brain aneurysms in a patient population diversified by age, sex, and race.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 895 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 895 To provide for further comprehensive research at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke on unruptured intracranial aneurysms. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Mullin) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To provide for further comprehensive research at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke on unruptured intracranial aneurysms. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Ellie Helton, Lisa Colagrossi, Kristen Shafer Englert, Teresa Anne Lawrence, and Jennifer Sedney Focused Research Act'' or ``Ellie's Law''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress makes the following findings: (1) An estimated 6,600,000 people in the United States, or 1 in 50 people, have an unruptured brain aneurysm. (2) Each year, an estimated 30,000 people in the United States suffer a brain aneurysm rupture. Ruptured brain aneurysms are fatal in about 50 percent of cases. Of those who survive, about 66 percent suffer some permanent neurological deficit. (3) Brain aneurysms are more likely to occur in women than in men, by a 3 to 2 ratio. Ellie's Law represents all those who have been affected and died due to a ruptured brain aneurysm, and their loved ones. People who experienced a brain aneurysm rupture include the following: (A) Ellie Helton. On July 16, 2014, Ellie Helton, a vibrant, loving 14-year-old from Apex, North Carolina, passed away as a result of a ruptured aneurysm, stunning her parents, 2 sisters, and many, many loved ones. A day earlier, on her second day of high school, she woke up with a terrible headache after a plum-sized aneurysm on her brain stem ruptured. While she suffered headaches throughout her life, she was never diagnosed. Ellie was an avid reader and excellent student, loved the arts, and was incredibly creative. She had an unwavering, constant love for the family and friends in her life. (B) Lisa Colagrossi. On March 20, 2015, Lisa Colagrossi--WABC Eyewitness News reporter, wife of 17 years, and mother of 2 sons--unexpectedly passed away at the age of 49 years after suffering a massive ruptured brain aneurysm. Despite experiencing one of the classic warning signs of a brain aneurysm (the ``worst headache of my life''), Lisa's passing came as a tremendous shock to her family and friends, who did not know what a brain aneurysm was, let alone its signs and symptoms. She is remembered for being a loving wife, a mother, and a successful reporter, and for her love of the New York Rangers. (C) Kristen Shafer Englert. On November 24, 2013, Kristen Shafer Englert, a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend passed away from a ruptured brain aneurysm at the age of 25, just weeks after giving birth to her son. Prior to her passing, she went to the emergency room with symptoms of a brain aneurysm and was sent home without a scan. Kristen was a dedicated teacher who loved children. She was thrilled to become a mother. Sadly, she got to experience motherhood only for a few short days. Kristen's family members have been dedicated advocates for brain aneurysm awareness and research since her passing. (D) Teresa Anne Lawrence. On December 8, 1983, Teresa Anne Lawrence, a devoted mother of 3, beloved wife, and staple of her community, collapsed while visiting her son's school. She had been struggling with and taking medication for hypertension for several years. At age 34, after being unconscious for 4 days, she passed away as a result of a brain aneurysm. Her loving husband and extended family were left to raise their children, whom Teresa cherished so much. (E) Jennifer Sedney. On December 25, 2013, Jennifer Sedney, a beautiful, accomplished young woman, passed away suddenly at the age of 27 from a ruptured brain aneurysm. Her only symptom was the ``worst headache of her life'', which none of her friends or family realized was a symptom of a potentially fatal condition. Jenny was a jogger, a disciplined exerciser, and a successful health care consultant and had recently launched a health blog founded on 3 principles--``bee curious, bee radiant, bee well''. Her brother, mother, father, and a large devoted network of friends and relatives remember her every day. (4) Brain aneurysm ruptures have a significant fiscal impact on survivors, caretakers, and the health care community. The annual estimated pre-insurance direct cost of brain aneurysm ruptures to patients in the United States is approximately $1,400,000,000, and the estimated direct cost to hospitals each year is approximately $2,700,000,000. The intensive care unit length of stay is the largest driver of cost for brain aneurysm ruptures, and estimates do not reflect indirect costs, which include travel, food, childcare, and wage losses for patient and caretakers. (5) Despite the widespread prevalence of this condition and the high societal cost it imposes on the Nation, the Federal Government only spends approximately $2.08 per year on brain aneurysm research for each person afflicted with a brain aneurysm. (6) The first 3 iterations of the International Study on Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms (ISUIA) have advanced researchers' and clinicians' understanding of how to most effectively manage and treat unruptured intracranial aneurysms. SEC. 3. FUNDING. (a) Authorization of Appropriations.--To conduct or support further comprehensive research on unruptured intracranial aneurysms, studying a broader patient population diversified by age, sex, and race, there is authorized to be appropriated to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028, to remain available through September 30, 2031. (b) Supplement, Not Supplant.--Any funds made available pursuant to this section shall supplement, not supplant, other funding made available for research on brain aneurysms. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S896
SHIELD U Act
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<p><b>Stopping Harmful Incidents to Enforce Lawful Drone Use Act or the SHIELD U Act </b></p> <p>This bill authorizes and expands counter-drone activities by state, local, and airport law enforcement, and federal agencies.</p> <p>Specifically, the bill authorizes state, local, and airport law enforcement to carry out Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System (Counter-UAS) activities on commercial service airport property to detect, identify, and mitigate threats posed by unmanned aircraft (i.e., drones). The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is also authorized to carry out these activities.</p> <p>Further, the bill authorizes state and local law enforcement to carry out Counter-UAS activities off commercial airport property; the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) must establish a process that allows for collaboration and coordination with these entities.</p> <p>In addition, each commercial airport must convene a task force that includes federal agencies, air carriers, and telecommunications service providers to establish or modify the airport's tactical response plan to drone threats. The FAA and Transportation Security Administration must also publish best practices guidance on Counter-UAS activities at commercial service airports. This guidance must be updated annually.</p> <p>The bill also allows DHS and the Departments of Defense, Justice, and Energy to contract with other entities to carry out authorized Counter-UAS activities.</p> <p>Further, the bill amends restrictions on the use of radio frequency jamming technology to allow state, local, and airport law enforcement to use the technology to mitigate a drone threat.</p> <p>Finally, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center must expand its curriculum to include training on the use of Counter-UAS activities. The training must be available to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement, as well as private sector security agencies.</p> </p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 896 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 896 To authorize Counter-UAS activities on and off commercial service airport property, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Lee introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To authorize Counter-UAS activities on and off commercial service airport property, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Stopping Harmful Incidents to Enforce Lawful Drone Use Act'' or the ``SHIELD U Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commercial service airport.--The term ``commercial service airport'' has the meaning given that term in paragraph (7) of section 47102 of title 49, United States Code, and includes the area of navigable airspace necessary to ensure safety in the takeoff and landing of aircraft at the airport. (2) Covered air carrier.--The term ``covered air carrier'' means an air carrier or a foreign air carrier as those terms are defined in section 40102 of title 49, United States Code. (3) Counter-UAS activities.--The term ``Counter-UAS activities'' means the following: (A) Detecting, identifying, monitoring, and tracking an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, without prior consent, including by means of intercept or other access of a wire communication, an oral communication, or an electronic communication used to control the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (B) Warning an operator of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, including by passive or active, and direct or indirect physical, electronic, radio, and electromagnetic means. (C) Disrupting control of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, without prior consent, including by disabling the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system by intercepting, interfering, or causing interference with wire, oral, electronic, or radio communications used to control the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (D) Seizing or exercising control of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (E) Seizing or otherwise confiscating an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (F) Using reasonable force to disable, damage, or destroy an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (4) Navigable airspace.--The term ``navigable airspace'' has the meaning given that term in paragraph (32) of section 40102 of title 49, United States Code. (5) Non-kinetic equipment.--The term ``non-kinetic equipment'' means equipment that is used to-- (A) intercept or otherwise access a wire communication, an oral communication, an electronic communication, or a radio communication used to control an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system; and (B) disrupt control of the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, without prior consent, including by disabling the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system by intercepting, interfering, or causing interference with wire, oral, electronic, or radio communications that are used to control the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (6) Threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system.--The term ``threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system'' means an unauthorized activity of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system that is reasonably believed to-- (A) create the potential for bodily harm to, or loss of human life of, a person within property under the jurisdiction of-- (i) a commercial service airport; or (ii) a State or locality; or (B) have the potential to cause severe economic damage to-- (i) property of a commercial service airport; or (ii) property under the jurisdiction of a State or locality. (7) Unmanned aircraft, unmanned aircraft system.--The terms ``unmanned aircraft'' and ``unmanned aircraft system'' have the meanings given those terms in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code. SEC. 3. COUNTER-UAS ACTIVITIES ON COMMERCIAL SERVICE AIRPORT PROPERTY. (a) Counter-UAS Activities.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to paragraph (3), with respect to a commercial service airport, the following departments and agencies may, in a manner consistent with the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, carry out Counter-UAS activities for purposes of detecting, identifying, and mitigating the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the safety or security of the airport: (A) The Department of Homeland Security. (B) The State and local law enforcement agencies in the State in which the airport is located. (C) The law enforcement agency of the airport. (2) Testing authority.--Subject to paragraphs (3) and (4), the Secretary of Homeland Security, the heads of the State or local law enforcement agencies of the State in which a commercial service airport is located, or the law enforcement agency of the commercial service airport, may research, test, provide training on, and evaluate any equipment, including any electronic equipment, to determine the capability and utility of the equipment to carry out Counter-UAS activities to detect, identify, and mitigate the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the safety or security of the airport. (3) Airport operator consent required.--Activities permitted under paragraph (1) or (2) shall only be carried out with the consent of, in consultation with, and with the participation of, the airport operator. (4) Consultation requirement for testing of non-kinetic equipment.--Any testing of non-kinetic equipment carried out under the authority of this subsection shall be done in consultation with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (b) Non-Kinetic Equipment.-- (1) In general.--Before adopting any standard operating procedures within a tactical response plan for use of non- kinetic equipment to carry out a Counter-UAS activity under the authority of this section, the Secretary of Homeland Security and the heads of the State, local, or airport law enforcement agencies of the State in which a commercial service airport is located, shall do the following: (A) Consult with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration about the use of non-kinetic equipment to carry out a Counter-UAS activity consistent with the tactical response plan updates required under subsection (c). (B) Jointly, with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, create a process for an authorized designee of the commercial service airport to, consistent with procedures outlined in the tactical response plan (as updated under subsection (c)), notify the Commission when non-kinetic equipment has been used to carry out a Counter-UAS activity. (2) FCC and ntia duties.--The Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration shall-- (A) not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, assign to an office of the Commission and to an office of the Administration, respectively, responsibility for carrying out the consultation regarding the use of non-kinetic equipment to carry out Counter-UAS activities required by paragraph (1)(A) and the consultation regarding the testing of non-kinetic equipment required by subsection (a)(4); and (B) not later than 180 days after the responsibility described in subparagraph (A) is assigned to each such office-- (i) publicly designate an office of the Commission and an office of the Administration, respectively, to receive the notifications from commercial service airports required under paragraph (1)(B); and (ii) make publicly available the process for the Commission and the Administration to carry out any follow up consultation, if necessary. (3) Nonduplication.--To the greatest extent practicable, the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration shall coordinate with respect to the consultations, process creation, follow up consultations, and other requirements of this subsection and subsection (a)(4) so as to minimize duplication of requirements, efforts, and expenditures. (c) Tactical Response Plan Updates.-- (1) Task force.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the airport director of each commercial service airport shall convene a task force for purposes of establishing or modifying the emergency action preparedness plan for the airport to include a tactical response plan for the detection, identification, and mitigation of threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (2) Required coordination.--Each task force convened under paragraph (1) shall coordinate the establishing or modifying of the airport's emergency action preparedness plan with representatives of the following: (A) The Department of Transportation. (B) The Federal Aviation Administration. (C) The Department of Homeland Security. (D) The State and local law enforcement agencies in the State in which the airport is located. (E) The law enforcement agency of the airport. (F) The covered air carriers operating at the airport. (G) Representatives of general aviation operators at the airport. (H) Representatives of providers of telecommunications and broadband service with a service area that covers the airport property or the navigable airspace necessary to ensure safety in the takeoff and landing of aircraft at such airport. (3) Duties.--As part of the inclusion of a tactical response plan in the emergency action preparedness plan for a commercial service airport, each task force convened under paragraph (1) shall do the following: (A) Create and define the various threat levels posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the airport. (B) Create the standard operating procedures for responding to each threat level defined under subparagraph (A) that include a requirement to minimize collateral damage. (C) Define and assign to each entity specified in paragraph (2), the role and responsibilities of the entity in carrying out the standard operating procedures for responding to a specified threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the airport. (D) Designate the applicable State and local law enforcement agencies, or the law enforcement agency of the airport, in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security, as the first responders to any specified threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the airport. (E) Narrowly tailor the use of non-kinetic Counter- UAS equipment (if applicable under the standard operating procedures) to only temporary activities necessary to mitigate an immediate threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system to the airport. (F) Incorporate any existing Federal guidance for updating airport emergency plans for responding to unauthorized unmanned aircraft system operations into 1 tactical response plan for addressing threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system. (4) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require multiple tactical response plans or emergency action preparedness plans for addressing the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft, an unmanned aircraft system, or unauthorized unmanned aircraft system operations. (d) Airport Improvement Program Eligibility.--Notwithstanding section 47102 of title 49, United States Code, the definition of the term ``airport development'' under that section shall include the purchase of equipment necessary to carry out Counter-UAS activities at commercial service airports. (e) Best Practices.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration and the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration acting jointly and in collaboration with airport directors of commercial service airports, shall-- (A) publish guidance regarding best practices for use of Counter-UAS Activities at commercial service airports; and (B) make such guidance available to the airport director for each commercial service airport in the United States. (2) Annual updates.--The guidance issued under this subsection shall be annually updated to incorporate the most recent results and conclusions regarding best practices for the use of Counter-UAS activities at commercial service airports. SEC. 4. COUNTER-UAS ACTIVITIES OFF COMMERCIAL SERVICE AIRPORT PROPERTY. (a) In General.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with respect to a State, the State and local law enforcement agencies in the State may, in a manner consistent with the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, carry out Counter-UAS activities for purposes of detecting, identifying, and mitigating the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system within the jurisdiction of the State or locality. (b) Testing Authority.-- (1) In general.-- (A) States and localities.--Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), any State or locality of a State may establish testing areas for purposes of researching, testing, providing training on, and evaluating of any equipment, including any electronic equipment, to determine the capability and utility of the equipment to carry out Counter-UAS activities to detect, identify, and mitigate the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system within the jurisdiction of the State or locality. (B) Private sector entities.--Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), any private sector entity may establish testing areas for purposes of researching, testing, providing training on, and evaluating of any equipment, including any electronic equipment, to determine the capability and utility of the equipment to carry out Counter-UAS activities to detect, identify, and mitigate the threats posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, so long as such activities are carried out in accordance with applicable State and local laws. (2) FAA cooperation.--The Federal Aviation Administration shall cooperate with any action by a State, a locality of a State, or a private sector entity to designate airspace to be used for testing under paragraph (1) unless the State, locality, or entity designates an area of airspace that would create a significant safety hazard to airport operations, air navigation facilities, air traffic control systems, or other components of the national airspace system that facilitate the safe and efficient operation of manned civil, commercial, or military aircraft within the United States. (3) Consultation requirement for testing of non-kinetic equipment.--Any testing of non-kinetic equipment carried out under the authority of this subsection shall be done in consultation with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. (c) Non-Kinetic Equipment.-- (1) In general.--Before adopting any standard operating procedures for using any non-kinetic equipment to carry out a Counter-UAS activity under the authority of this section, a State or local law enforcement agency shall do the following: (A) Consult with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration about the use of non-kinetic equipment to carry out a Counter-UAS activity and the standard operating procedures that the State or local law enforcement agency will follow for use of such equipment. (B) Jointly, with the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration create a process for an authorized designee of the State or local law enforcement agency to notify the Commission when non- kinetic equipment has been used to carry out a Counter- UAS activity. (2) FCC and ntia duties.--The Federal Communications Commission shall-- (A) not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, assign to an office of the Commission and to an office of the Administration, respectively, responsibility for carrying out the consultation regarding the use of non-kinetic equipment to carry out Counter-UAS activities required under paragraph (1)(A) and the consultation regarding the testing of non-kinetic equipment required by subsection (b)(3); and (B) not later than 180 days after the responsibility described in subparagraph (A) is assigned to each such office-- (i) publicly designate an office of the Commission and an office of the Administration, respectively, to receive the notifications from State or local law enforcement agencies required under paragraph (1)(B); and (ii) make publicly available the process for the Commission and the Administration to carry out any follow up consultation, if necessary. (3) Nonduplication.--To the greatest extent practicable, the Federal Communications Commission and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration shall coordinate with respect to the consultations, process creation, follow up consultations, and other requirements of this subsection and subsection (a)(4) so as to minimize duplication of requirements, efforts, and expenditures. (d) Coordination With the FAA.--Section 376 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (49 U.S.C. 44802 note) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following: ``(4) Permit a process for an applicable State or local law enforcement agency to notify and coordinate with the Federal Aviation Administration on actions being taken by the State or local law enforcement agency to exercise the Counter-UAS activities authority established under section 4(a) of the SHIELD U Act.''; and (2) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(G), by striking ``and'' after the semicolon; (B) in paragraph (4), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(5) establish a process that allows for collaboration and coordination between the Federal Aviation Administration and the law enforcement of a State or local government with respect to the use of the Counter-UAS activities authority established under section 4(a) of the SHIELD U Act.''. (e) Interim Notification Plan.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall establish a process under which-- (A) the law enforcement agency of a State or local government may notify the Administrator of an active threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system within the jurisdiction of the State or local law enforcement agency and the intent of the agency to facilitate Counter-UAS activities; (B) the Administrator, based on notice made pursuant to subparagraph (A), shall issue immediate warnings to operators of both manned and unmanned aircraft operating within the area of airspace where the law enforcement agency's Counter-UAS activities are taking place; and (C) the Administrator and the State and local law enforcement agency notify UAS operators and manned operators in the area that an area of airspace is clear once the State and local law enforcement have concluded the Counter-UAS activities to mitigate the threat. (2) Sunset.--The process established under paragraph (1) shall terminate on the date on which the unmanned aircraft systems traffic management system required under section 376 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (49 U.S.C. 44802 note) is fully implemented. SEC. 5. AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS TO PROTECT FACILITIES FROM UNMANNED AIRCRAFT. (a) Authority.--The following Federal departments are authorized to enter into contracts to carry out the following authorities: (1) The Department of Defense for the purpose of carrying out activities under section 130i of title 10, United States Code. (2) The Department of Homeland Security for the purpose of carrying out activities under section 210G of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 124n). (3) The Department of Justice for the purpose of carrying out activities under section 210G of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 124n). (4) The Department of Energy for the purpose of carrying out activities under section 4510 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2661). (b) Federal Acquisition Regulation.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement the authority provided under subsection (a). (c) Annual Publication of Recommended Vendors and Equipment.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of Transportation, and the heads of such other Federal departments or agencies as determined appropriate by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, shall publish and make available to State and local governments the following: (A) A list of vendors that are eligible under the Federal Acquisition Regulation to enter into contracts with the Federal Government to carry out Counter-UAS activities. (B) A list of Counter-UAS equipment that is recommended by the Federal Government to carry out Counter-UAS activities. (2) Annual risk assessment.--The Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in consultation with the heads of the applicable Federal departments and agencies, shall review and reassess the vendors and equipment specified on the lists required to be published and made available under paragraph (1) based on a risk assessment that is jointly considered by the applicable agencies as part of each annual update of such lists. SEC. 6. FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING. Section 884(c) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 464(c)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (9), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) by redesignating paragraph (10) as paragraph (11); and (3) by inserting after paragraph (9) the following: ``(10) develop and implement homeland security and law enforcement training curricula related to the use of Counter- UAS activities (as defined in section 2 of the SHIELD U Act) to protect against a threat from an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system (as such terms are defined in section 210G), which shall-- ``(A) include-- ``(i) training on the use of both kinetic and non-kinetic equipment; ``(ii) training on the tactics used to detect, identify, and mitigate a threat from an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system; and ``(iii) such other curricula or training the Director believes necessary; and ``(B) be made available to Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial law enforcement and security agencies and private sector security agencies; and''. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZED USE OF JAMMING TECHNOLOGY. Title III of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 301 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 301 (47 U.S.C. 301)-- (A) by striking ``It is'' and inserting the following: ``(a) In General.--It is''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Exception for an Unmanned Aircraft and Unmanned Aircraft System.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection-- ``(A) the term `covered equipment' means equipment that is used to-- ``(i) intercept or otherwise access a wire communication, an oral communication, an electronic communication, or a radio communication used to control an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system; and ``(ii) disrupt control of an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, without prior consent, including by disabling the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system by intercepting, interfering, or causing interference with wire, oral, electronic, or radio communications that are used to control the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system; and ``(B) the terms `unmanned aircraft' and `unmanned aircraft system' have the meanings given those terms in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code. ``(2) Exception.--Subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to actions taken by State or local law enforcement or the law enforcement agency of a commercial service airport using covered equipment in consultation with the Commission to detect, identify, or mitigate a threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system.''; (2) in section 302 (47 U.S.C. 302a), by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Exception for an Unmanned Aircraft and Unmanned Aircraft System.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection, the terms `covered equipment', `unmanned aircraft', and `unmanned aircraft system' have the meanings given those terms in section 301. ``(2) Exception.--The provisions of this section shall not apply with respect to actions taken by State or local law enforcement or the law enforcement agency of a commercial service airport using covered equipment in consultation with the Commission to detect, identify, or mitigate a threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system.''; and (3) in section 333 (47 U.S.C. 333)-- (A) by striking ``No person'' and inserting the following: ``(a) In General.--No person''; and (B) by adding at the end the following: ``(b) Exception for an Unmanned Aircraft and Unmanned Aircraft System.-- ``(1) Definitions.--In this subsection, the terms `covered equipment', `unmanned aircraft', and `unmanned aircraft system' have the meanings given those terms in section 301(b). ``(2) Exception.--Subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to actions taken by State or local law enforcement or the law enforcement agency of a commercial service airport using covered equipment in consultation with the Commission to detect, identify, or mitigate a threat posed by an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system.''. SEC. 8. NO ABROGATION OF TRADITIONAL POLICE POWERS. Nothing in this Act or the amendments made by this Act shall be construed to abrogate the inherent authority of a State government or subdivision thereof from using their traditional police powers, including (but not limited to) the authority to counter an imminent threat to public health or safety. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S897
Expedite Veteran Appeals Act of 2023
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<p><b>Expedite Veteran Appeals Act of 2023</b></p> <p>This bill increases the maximum possible number of judges presiding over the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to nine judges.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 897 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 897 To amend title 38, United States Code, to make a permanent increase in the number of judges presiding over the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Tester (for himself and Mr. Moran) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to make a permanent increase in the number of judges presiding over the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Expedite Veteran Appeals Act of 2023''. SEC. 2. PERMANENT INCREASE IN NUMBER OF JUDGES PRESIDING OVER COURT OF APPEALS FOR VETERANS CLAIMS. Section 7253(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking ``seven'' and inserting ``nine''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S898
Merchant Category Code Neutrality Act
[ [ "T000250", "Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]", "sponsor" ], [ "B001243", "Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C001075", "Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]", "cosponsor" ], [ "C000880", "Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]", "cosponsor" ], [ "D000618", "Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]", "cosponsor" ], [ "L000575", "Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]", "cosponsor" ], [ "T000476", "Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]", "cosponsor" ] ]
<p> <strong>Merchant Category Code Neutrality Act </strong></p> <p>This bill prohibits the Internal Revenue Service from auditing a taxpayer based primarily on the Merchant Category Codes, or other similar codes, used to classify the goods or services provided by the taxpayer's business. The bill defines <em>Merchant Category Code</em> to mean classification codes assigned by payment card organizations to merchants or payees that accept their payment cards to classify the goods or services provided or furnished by a merchant or payee.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 898 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 898 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit audits based on Merchant Category Codes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Thune (for himself, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Cassidy, Mr. Crapo, Mr. Daines, Mr. Lankford, and Mr. Tillis) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit audits based on Merchant Category Codes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Merchant Category Code Neutrality Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON AUDITS BASED ON MERCHANT CATEGORY CODES. Section 7602 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Prohibition of Audits Based on Merchant Category Codes.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall not take any action described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) based primarily on the Merchant Category Codes, or other similar codes, used to classify the goods or services provided or furnished by the business of the respective taxpayer. ``(2) Annual report.--For each taxable year, the Secretary shall issue a public report providing a tally of each Merchant Category Code for any action described in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) initiated in such year. ``(3) Merchant category code.--The term `Merchant Category Code' means classification codes assigned by payment card organizations to merchants or payees that accept its payment cards to classify the goods or services provided or furnished by a merchant or payee.''. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S899
Let Me Travel America Act
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<p><strong>Let Me Travel America Act</strong></p> <p>This bill prohibits operators of trains, buses, planes, and other common carriers that transport passengers interstate from denying service based on individuals' COVID-19 vaccination status. The bill also prohibits federal agencies from making COVID-19 vaccination a prerequisite for interstate travel.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 899 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 899 To prohibit the Federal Government from mandating vaccination against COVID-19 for interstate travel. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 21, 2023 Mr. Lee (for himself, Mr. Braun, and Mr. Sullivan) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To prohibit the Federal Government from mandating vaccination against COVID-19 for interstate travel. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Let Me Travel America Act''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON AUTHORITY OF SURGEON GENERAL. Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(f) Nothing in this section shall be construed to provide the Surgeon General, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, or any Federal agency with the authority to mandate vaccination against Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) as a prerequisite for interstate travel, transportation, or movement.''. SEC. 3. INTERSTATE COMMON CARRIERS. (a) In General.--Chapter 805 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Sec. 80505. COVID-19 vaccination status ``(a) In General.--An entity described in subsection (b) may not deny service to any individual solely based on the vaccination status of the individual with respect to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID- 19). ``(b) Entity Described.--An entity referred to in subsection (a) is a common carrier or any other entity, including a rail carrier (as defined in section 10102, including Amtrak), a motor carrier (as defined in section 13102), a water carrier (as defined in that section), and an air carrier (as defined in section 40102), that-- ``(1) provides interstate transportation of passengers; and ``(2) is subject to the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation or the Surface Transportation Board under this title. ``(c) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this section applies to the regulation of intrastate travel, transportation, or movement, including the intrastate transportation of passengers.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 805 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 80504 the following: ``80505. COVID-19 vaccination status.''. SEC. 4. RULE OF CONSTRUCTION. Nothing in this Act, or an amendment made by this Act, shall be construed to permit or otherwise authorize Congress or an executive agency to enact or otherwise impose a COVID-19 vaccine mandate. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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118S9
Protecting America’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act
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<p><b>Protecting America's Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act</b></p> <p>This bill prohibits the sale and export of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to China. Specifically, the bill prohibits the Department of Energy (DOE) from selling petroleum products (e.g., crude oil) from the SPR to any entity that is under the ownership, control, or influence of the Chinese Communist Party. Further, DOE must require as a condition of any sale of crude oil from the SPR that the oil not be exported to China.</p>
<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. 9 Introduced in Senate (IS)] &lt;DOC&gt; 118th CONGRESS 1st Session S. 9 To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from sending petroleum products from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 23 (legislative day, January 3), 2023 Mr. Cruz (for himself, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Cramer, and Mr. Braun) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To prohibit the Secretary of Energy from sending petroleum products from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to China, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting America's Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act''. SEC. 2. PROHIBITION ON SALES OF PETROLEUM PRODUCTS FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE TO CHINA. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Energy shall not draw down and sell petroleum products from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve-- (1) to any entity that is under the ownership, control, or influence of the Chinese Communist Party; or (2) except on the condition that such petroleum products will not be exported to the People's Republic of China. &lt;all&gt; </pre></body></html>
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