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S.2040, the "Connected Vehicle National Security Review Act," aims to establish an Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services (OICTS) within the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce. This office would be responsible for identifying …
H.R. 3915, the Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act of 2025, seeks to amend the Animal Health Protection Act. The bill primarily focuses on reauthorizing and modifying the funding mechanisms for animal disease prevention and management programs. …
Senate Resolution 271 commemorates June 11, 2025, as "World Franchise Day." The resolution acknowledges the World Franchise Council's establishment of this day and recognizes the significant contributions of franchising to the U.S. economy and entrepreneurship. It highlights the historical roots …
H.Res.503 is a resolution expressing support for designating June 11, 2025, as "World Franchise Day." The resolution highlights the role of franchising in the US economy, its history, and its contributions to entrepreneurship and job creation. It recognizes the World …
The "Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2025" proposes to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, increasing the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour. This increase would take effect on January 1st of the year following …
H.R.3837, the EO 14218 Act of 2025, seeks to codify Executive Order 14218, which relates to ending taxpayer subsidization of what it terms 'open borders.' The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on …
H.R. 3809, the Weather Workforce Improvement Act, aims to expedite the hiring process for critical positions within the National Weather Service (NWS) to enhance public safety. It allows the NWS Director to bypass certain standard hiring procedures for positions directly …
H.R. 3818, the "Stop Poisoning Florida Act," aims to prohibit discharges of water from Lake Okeechobee through specific lock and dam structures (S-308 and S-80) when the water exceeds the EPA's recommended maximum concentration of microcystins for recreational waters. This …
H.Res.482 recognizes World Oceans Day and emphasizes the need to protect, conserve, maintain, and rebuild ocean resources. The resolution acknowledges the ocean's vital role in climate regulation, food supply, and economic activities. It highlights the threats posed by pollution, acidification, …
The Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to improve weather forecasting, research, and communication. It reauthorizes and amends the Weather Research and Forecasting Innovation Act of 2017, focusing on enhancing NOAA's capabilities. The act also addresses …
The New World Screwworm Preparedness Act of 2025 directs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct a comprehensive study on the United States' preparedness and response capabilities regarding potential outbreaks of the New World screwworm (NWS). The study will assess current …
The Rare Earth Magnet Security Act of 2025 aims to incentivize domestic production of high-performance rare earth magnets through a tax credit. This credit is structured to favor magnets with a higher percentage of domestically sourced rare earth materials. The …
S.1965, the "Protect Vulnerable Immigrant Youth Act," aims to eliminate employment-based visa caps for abused, abandoned, and neglected children classified as special immigrant juveniles. The bill amends sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act to exclude these juveniles from direct …
H.R.3768, the Gas Prices Relief Act of 2025, proposes a temporary suspension of the federal gasoline tax from the date of enactment until January 1, 2026. The bill aims to lower gasoline prices for consumers by eliminating the tax imposed …
The Working Waterfronts Act of 2025 aims to support rural coastal and maritime economic development through various initiatives. It includes provisions for coastal energy, fisheries and seafood, shoreside infrastructure, workforce development, and miscellaneous ocean-related issues. The Act introduces tax credits …