S.1125, the Cultural Trade Promotion Act, aims to boost exports from creative industries and microenterprises. It focuses on amending existing export enhancement acts to include specific provisions for creative sectors, Native American and Native Hawaiian businesses, and microenterprises. The bill …
H.Con.Res.21 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the House of Representatives, recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women. It highlights the persistent wage gap, citing statistics on the earnings of women …
H.R.2328, the Soo Locks Security and Economic Reporting Act of 2025, mandates a report on the security vulnerabilities of the Soo Locks and the potential economic impacts of their failure. The report, to be prepared by the Secretary of Transportation …
H.R.2318, the Electronic Permitting Modernization Act, aims to modernize the permitting systems of the Department of the Interior. It mandates the creation of electronic systems for accepting, processing, and recording permit applications. The bill also requires a centralized online repository …
The Paycheck Fairness Act (S.1115) aims to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide more effective remedies for wage discrimination based on sex. It seeks to close the gender pay gap by enhancing enforcement, providing training, and …
H.R.2311, the Pakistan Democracy Act, aims to impose sanctions on foreign individuals who have engaged in the wrongful persecution and imprisonment of political opponents in Pakistan. The bill specifically targets General Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, and …
H.Res.243 expresses support for designating Iranian American Heritage Month. The resolution acknowledges the contributions of Iranian Americans to various fields and their role in American society. It also highlights the Iranian-American community's support for a free and democratic Iran.
S.Res.132 designates March 24, 2025, as "National Women of Color in Tech Day." The resolution acknowledges the challenges faced by women of color in technology and emphasizes their importance in the field. It highlights the need to address structural and …
Senate Resolution 133 expresses support for local public K-12 schools in the United States. It condemns any actions that would defund public education or weaken/dismantle the Department of Education. The resolution highlights the importance of federal funding in ensuring equitable …
H.R.2246, the Foreign Investment Guardrails to Help Thwart (FIGHT) China Act, aims to protect U.S. national security by imposing sanctions on certain persons in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and regulating investments by U.S. persons in the PRC. The …
H.R.2250, the National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization Act of 2025, aims to reauthorize and enhance the existing National Landslide Preparedness Act. The bill focuses on improving landslide hazard and risk preparedness, particularly concerning atmospheric river flooding events and extreme precipitation …
H.R. 910, the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act of 2025, aims to promote equitable treatment for Taiwan within international financial institutions, particularly the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The bill directs the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury to advocate for Taiwan's admission to …
H.Res.233 supports the designation of April 2025 as "National Native Plant Month." The resolution recognizes the importance of native plants for healthy ecosystems, air and water quality, soil stabilization, and providing habitats for native wildlife. It highlights the decline of …
H.R.1549, the China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2025, directs the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study and report on the exposure of the United States to the financial sector of the People's Republic of China. The report …
This executive order, titled "Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production," aims to bolster domestic mineral production by reducing reliance on foreign sources. It directs federal agencies to expedite the permitting process for mineral production projects and prioritize mineral production …