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S.474

Foreign Trade and International Finance

This bill prohibits the Export-Import Bank from providing financing to a person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for a project in which any participant has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON FINANCING BY EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES FOR PERSONS WITH SERIOUSLY DELINQUENT TAX DEBT. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt. ``(2) Determinations of debt.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the Bank shall determine if a person has seriously delinquent tax debt-- ``(A) using information available through the System for Award Management website and data-analytical approaches; and ``(B) in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue. ``(3) Waiver.--The President of the United States may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to a person if the President-- ``(A) determines that there are urgent and compelling circumstances significantly affecting the interests of the United States that require the financing to be provided; and ``(B) not later than 30 days after making that determination, submits to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives a report that includes the rationale for the determination and relevant information supporting the determination. ``(4) Seriously delinquent tax debt defined.--In this subsection, the term `seriously delinquent tax debt'-- ``(A) means a Federal tax liability that has been assessed by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and may be collected by the Secretary by levy or by a proceeding in court; and ``(B) does not include-- ``(i) a debt that is being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement under section 6159 or section 7122 of such Code; ``(ii) a debt with respect to which a collection due process hearing under section 6330 of such Code, or relief under subsection (a), (b), or (f) of section 6015 of such Code, is requested or pending; ``(iii) a debt with respect to which a continuous levy has been issued under section 6331 of such Code (or, in the case of an applicant for employment, a debt with respect to which the applicant agrees to be subject to such a levy); and ``(iv) a debt with respect to which such a levy is released under section 6343(a)(1)(D) of such Code.''. <all>

A bill to prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt.

A bill to prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt.

Official Titles - Senate Official Title as Introduced A bill to prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt.

Sen. Braun, Mike

R

IN

This bill prohibits the Export-Import Bank from providing financing to a person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for a project in which any participant has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON FINANCING BY EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES FOR PERSONS WITH SERIOUSLY DELINQUENT TAX DEBT. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt. ``(2) Determinations of debt.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the Bank shall determine if a person has seriously delinquent tax debt-- ``(A) using information available through the System for Award Management website and data-analytical approaches; and ``(B) in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue. ``(3) Waiver.--The President of the United States may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to a person if the President-- ``(A) determines that there are urgent and compelling circumstances significantly affecting the interests of the United States that require the financing to be provided; and ``(B) not later than 30 days after making that determination, submits to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives a report that includes the rationale for the determination and relevant information supporting the determination. ``(4) Seriously delinquent tax debt defined.--In this subsection, the term `seriously delinquent tax debt'-- ``(A) means a Federal tax liability that has been assessed by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and may be collected by the Secretary by levy or by a proceeding in court; and ``(B) does not include-- ``(i) a debt that is being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement under section 6159 or section 7122 of such Code; ``(ii) a debt with respect to which a collection due process hearing under section 6330 of such Code, or relief under subsection (a), (b), or (f) of section 6015 of such Code, is requested or pending; ``(iii) a debt with respect to which a continuous levy has been issued under section 6331 of such Code (or, in the case of an applicant for employment, a debt with respect to which the applicant agrees to be subject to such a levy); and ``(iv) a debt with respect to which such a levy is released under section 6343(a)(1)(D) of such Code.''. <all>

PROHIBITION ON FINANCING BY EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES FOR PERSONS WITH SERIOUSLY DELINQUENT TAX DEBT. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. ``(2) Determinations of debt.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the Bank shall determine if a person has seriously delinquent tax debt-- ``(A) using information available through the System for Award Management website and data-analytical approaches; and ``(B) in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue. ``(3) Waiver.--The President of the United States may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to a person if the President-- ``(A) determines that there are urgent and compelling circumstances significantly affecting the interests of the United States that require the financing to be provided; and ``(B) not later than 30 days after making that determination, submits to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives a report that includes the rationale for the determination and relevant information supporting the determination. ``(4) Seriously delinquent tax debt defined.--In this subsection, the term `seriously delinquent tax debt'-- ``(A) means a Federal tax liability that has been assessed by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and may be collected by the Secretary by levy or by a proceeding in court; and ``(B) does not include-- ``(i) a debt that is being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement under section 6159 or section 7122 of such Code; ``(ii) a debt with respect to which a collection due process hearing under section 6330 of such Code, or relief under subsection (a), (b), or (f) of section 6015 of such Code, is requested or pending; ``(iii) a debt with respect to which a continuous levy has been issued under section 6331 of such Code (or, in the case of an applicant for employment, a debt with respect to which the applicant agrees to be subject to such a levy); and ``(iv) a debt with respect to which such a levy is released under section 6343(a)(1)(D) of such Code.''.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON FINANCING BY EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES FOR PERSONS WITH SERIOUSLY DELINQUENT TAX DEBT. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt. ``(2) Determinations of debt.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the Bank shall determine if a person has seriously delinquent tax debt-- ``(A) using information available through the System for Award Management website and data-analytical approaches; and ``(B) in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue. ``(3) Waiver.--The President of the United States may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to a person if the President-- ``(A) determines that there are urgent and compelling circumstances significantly affecting the interests of the United States that require the financing to be provided; and ``(B) not later than 30 days after making that determination, submits to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives a report that includes the rationale for the determination and relevant information supporting the determination. ``(4) Seriously delinquent tax debt defined.--In this subsection, the term `seriously delinquent tax debt'-- ``(A) means a Federal tax liability that has been assessed by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and may be collected by the Secretary by levy or by a proceeding in court; and ``(B) does not include-- ``(i) a debt that is being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement under section 6159 or section 7122 of such Code; ``(ii) a debt with respect to which a collection due process hearing under section 6330 of such Code, or relief under subsection (a), (b), or (f) of section 6015 of such Code, is requested or pending; ``(iii) a debt with respect to which a continuous levy has been issued under section 6331 of such Code (or, in the case of an applicant for employment, a debt with respect to which the applicant agrees to be subject to such a levy); and ``(iv) a debt with respect to which such a levy is released under section 6343(a)(1)(D) of such Code.''. <all>

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. PROHIBITION ON FINANCING BY EXPORT-IMPORT BANK OF THE UNITED STATES FOR PERSONS WITH SERIOUSLY DELINQUENT TAX DEBT. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt. ``(2) Determinations of debt.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the Bank shall determine if a person has seriously delinquent tax debt-- ``(A) using information available through the System for Award Management website and data-analytical approaches; and ``(B) in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue. ``(3) Waiver.--The President of the United States may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to a person if the President-- ``(A) determines that there are urgent and compelling circumstances significantly affecting the interests of the United States that require the financing to be provided; and ``(B) not later than 30 days after making that determination, submits to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives a report that includes the rationale for the determination and relevant information supporting the determination. ``(4) Seriously delinquent tax debt defined.--In this subsection, the term `seriously delinquent tax debt'-- ``(A) means a Federal tax liability that has been assessed by the Secretary of the Treasury under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and may be collected by the Secretary by levy or by a proceeding in court; and ``(B) does not include-- ``(i) a debt that is being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement under section 6159 or section 7122 of such Code; ``(ii) a debt with respect to which a collection due process hearing under section 6330 of such Code, or relief under subsection (a), (b), or (f) of section 6015 of such Code, is requested or pending; ``(iii) a debt with respect to which a continuous levy has been issued under section 6331 of such Code (or, in the case of an applicant for employment, a debt with respect to which the applicant agrees to be subject to such a levy); and ``(iv) a debt with respect to which such a levy is released under section 6343(a)(1)(D) of such Code.''. <all>

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

To prohibit the Export-Import Bank of the United States from providing financing to persons with seriously delinquent tax debt. Section 2 of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 (12 U.S.C. 635) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(m) Prohibition on Financing for Persons With Seriously Delinquent Tax Debt.-- ``(1) In general.--The Bank may not provide financing to any person with seriously delinquent tax debt or for any project if any person participating in the project has seriously delinquent tax debt.

S.2545

International Affairs

Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021 or the YALI Act of 2021 This bill provides statutory authority for the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), which must seek to build the capacity of young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of business, civic engagement, or public administration. The YALI program must award Mandela Washington Fellowships to young leaders and offer training through regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to individuals who have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership. The Department of State must oversee all U.S.-based activities carried out under the program, and the United States should continue to support overseas initiatives of the program (e.g., access to continued professional training and leadership development opportunities for fellowship alumni upon returning to their home countries). The State Department must also submit an implementation plan for the program and annual reports on the program's progress.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, 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 ``Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021'' or the ``YALI Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the Young African Leaders Initiative, launched in 2010, is a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders; (2) Africa is a continent of strategic importance and it is vital for the United States to support strong and enduring partnerships with the next generation of African leaders; and (3) the United States Government should prioritize investments to build the capacity of emerging young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa, including through efforts to enhance leadership skills, encourage entrepreneurship, strengthen public administration and the role of civil society, and connect young African leaders continentally and globally across the private, civic, and public sectors. SEC. 3. YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE PROGRAM. (a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). (b) Purpose.--The YALI Program shall seek to build the capacity of young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of business, civic engagement, or public administration, including through efforts-- (1) to support young African leaders by offering professional development, training, and networking opportunities, particularly in the areas of leadership, innovation, civic engagement, elections, human rights, entrepreneurship, good governance, and public administration; and (2) to provide increased economic and technical assistance to young African leaders to promote economic growth and strengthen ties between United States and African businesses. (c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (e) Activities.-- (1) United states-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall oversee all United States-based activities carried out under the YALI Program, including the participation of Mandela Washington fellows in-- (A) a 6-week leadership institute at a United States university or college in business, civic engagement, or public management, including academic sessions, site visits, professional networking opportunities, leadership training, community service, and organized cultural activities; and (B) an annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit to provide such fellows the opportunity to meet with United States leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. (2) Africa-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, should continue to support existing Young African Leaders Initiative programs in sub- Saharan Africa, including-- (A) access to continued leadership training and other professional development opportunities for Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders alumni upon their return to their home countries, including online courses, technical assistance, and access to funding; (B) training for young African leaders at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d), and through online and in-person courses offered by such centers; and (C) opportunities for networking and engagement with-- (i) other alumni of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders; (ii) alumni of programs at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d); and (iii) United States and like-minded diplomatic missions, business leaders, and others, as appropriate. (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. (f) Implementation Plan.--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 the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall submit a plan to the appropriate congressional committees for implementing the YALI Program, which plan shall include-- (1) a description of clearly defined program goals, targets, and planned outcomes for each year and for the duration of implementation of the YALI Program; (2) a strategy to monitor and evaluate the YALI Program and progress made toward achieving such goals, targets, and planned outcomes; and (3) a strategy to ensure that the YALI Program is promoting United States foreign policy goals in Africa, including ensuring that the YALI Program is clearly branded and paired with robust public diplomacy efforts. (g) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for the following 5 years, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and publish in a publicly accessible, internet-based form, a report that contains-- (1) a description of the progress made toward achieving the goals, targets, and planned outcomes described in subsection (f)(1), including an overview of the implementation of the YALI Program during the previous year and an estimated number of YALI Program beneficiaries during such year; (2) an assessment of how the YALI Program is contributing to and promoting United States-Africa relations, particularly in areas of increased private sector investment, trade promotion, support to civil society, improved public administration, and fostering entrepreneurship and youth empowerment; and (3) recommendations for improvements or changes to the YALI Program and implementation plan, if any, that would improve its effectiveness during subsequent years of implementation of the YALI Program. (h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

YALI Act of 2021

A bill to establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes.

YALI Act of 2021 Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris

D

MD

This bill provides statutory authority for the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), which must seek to build the capacity of young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa in the areas of business, civic engagement, or public administration. The YALI program must award Mandela Washington Fellowships to young leaders and offer training through regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to individuals who have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership. The Department of State must oversee all U.S.-based activities carried out under the program, and the United States should continue to support overseas initiatives of the program (e.g., access to continued professional training and leadership development opportunities for fellowship alumni upon returning to their home countries). The State Department must also submit an implementation plan for the program and annual reports on the program's progress.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. SEC. 3. YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE PROGRAM. (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (e) Activities.-- (1) United states-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall oversee all United States-based activities carried out under the YALI Program, including the participation of Mandela Washington fellows in-- (A) a 6-week leadership institute at a United States university or college in business, civic engagement, or public management, including academic sessions, site visits, professional networking opportunities, leadership training, community service, and organized cultural activities; and (B) an annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit to provide such fellows the opportunity to meet with United States leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. (f) Implementation Plan.--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 the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall submit a plan to the appropriate congressional committees for implementing the YALI Program, which plan shall include-- (1) a description of clearly defined program goals, targets, and planned outcomes for each year and for the duration of implementation of the YALI Program; (2) a strategy to monitor and evaluate the YALI Program and progress made toward achieving such goals, targets, and planned outcomes; and (3) a strategy to ensure that the YALI Program is promoting United States foreign policy goals in Africa, including ensuring that the YALI Program is clearly branded and paired with robust public diplomacy efforts. (h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. SEC. 3. YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE PROGRAM. (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (e) Activities.-- (1) United states-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall oversee all United States-based activities carried out under the YALI Program, including the participation of Mandela Washington fellows in-- (A) a 6-week leadership institute at a United States university or college in business, civic engagement, or public management, including academic sessions, site visits, professional networking opportunities, leadership training, community service, and organized cultural activities; and (B) an annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit to provide such fellows the opportunity to meet with United States leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. (h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021'' or the ``YALI Act of 2021''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the Young African Leaders Initiative, launched in 2010, is a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders; (2) Africa is a continent of strategic importance and it is vital for the United States to support strong and enduring partnerships with the next generation of African leaders; and (3) the United States Government should prioritize investments to build the capacity of emerging young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa, including through efforts to enhance leadership skills, encourage entrepreneurship, strengthen public administration and the role of civil society, and connect young African leaders continentally and globally across the private, civic, and public sectors. SEC. 3. YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE PROGRAM. (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (e) Activities.-- (1) United states-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall oversee all United States-based activities carried out under the YALI Program, including the participation of Mandela Washington fellows in-- (A) a 6-week leadership institute at a United States university or college in business, civic engagement, or public management, including academic sessions, site visits, professional networking opportunities, leadership training, community service, and organized cultural activities; and (B) an annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit to provide such fellows the opportunity to meet with United States leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. (2) Africa-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, should continue to support existing Young African Leaders Initiative programs in sub- Saharan Africa, including-- (A) access to continued leadership training and other professional development opportunities for Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders alumni upon their return to their home countries, including online courses, technical assistance, and access to funding; (B) training for young African leaders at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d), and through online and in-person courses offered by such centers; and (C) opportunities for networking and engagement with-- (i) other alumni of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders; (ii) alumni of programs at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d); and (iii) United States and like-minded diplomatic missions, business leaders, and others, as appropriate. (f) Implementation Plan.--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 the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall submit a plan to the appropriate congressional committees for implementing the YALI Program, which plan shall include-- (1) a description of clearly defined program goals, targets, and planned outcomes for each year and for the duration of implementation of the YALI Program; (2) a strategy to monitor and evaluate the YALI Program and progress made toward achieving such goals, targets, and planned outcomes; and (3) a strategy to ensure that the YALI Program is promoting United States foreign policy goals in Africa, including ensuring that the YALI Program is clearly branded and paired with robust public diplomacy efforts. (h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, 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 ``Young African Leaders Initiative Act of 2021'' or the ``YALI Act of 2021''. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the Young African Leaders Initiative, launched in 2010, is a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders; (2) Africa is a continent of strategic importance and it is vital for the United States to support strong and enduring partnerships with the next generation of African leaders; and (3) the United States Government should prioritize investments to build the capacity of emerging young African leaders in sub-Saharan Africa, including through efforts to enhance leadership skills, encourage entrepreneurship, strengthen public administration and the role of civil society, and connect young African leaders continentally and globally across the private, civic, and public sectors. SEC. 3. YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS INITIATIVE PROGRAM. (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. (e) Activities.-- (1) United states-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall oversee all United States-based activities carried out under the YALI Program, including the participation of Mandela Washington fellows in-- (A) a 6-week leadership institute at a United States university or college in business, civic engagement, or public management, including academic sessions, site visits, professional networking opportunities, leadership training, community service, and organized cultural activities; and (B) an annual Mandela Washington Fellowship Summit to provide such fellows the opportunity to meet with United States leaders from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. (2) Africa-based activities.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, should continue to support existing Young African Leaders Initiative programs in sub- Saharan Africa, including-- (A) access to continued leadership training and other professional development opportunities for Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders alumni upon their return to their home countries, including online courses, technical assistance, and access to funding; (B) training for young African leaders at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d), and through online and in-person courses offered by such centers; and (C) opportunities for networking and engagement with-- (i) other alumni of the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders; (ii) alumni of programs at regional leadership centers established in accordance with subsection (d); and (iii) United States and like-minded diplomatic missions, business leaders, and others, as appropriate. (f) Implementation Plan.--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 the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall submit a plan to the appropriate congressional committees for implementing the YALI Program, which plan shall include-- (1) a description of clearly defined program goals, targets, and planned outcomes for each year and for the duration of implementation of the YALI Program; (2) a strategy to monitor and evaluate the YALI Program and progress made toward achieving such goals, targets, and planned outcomes; and (3) a strategy to ensure that the YALI Program is promoting United States foreign policy goals in Africa, including ensuring that the YALI Program is clearly branded and paired with robust public diplomacy efforts. (g) Report.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for the following 5 years, the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and publish in a publicly accessible, internet-based form, a report that contains-- (1) a description of the progress made toward achieving the goals, targets, and planned outcomes described in subsection (f)(1), including an overview of the implementation of the YALI Program during the previous year and an estimated number of YALI Program beneficiaries during such year; (2) an assessment of how the YALI Program is contributing to and promoting United States-Africa relations, particularly in areas of increased private sector investment, trade promotion, support to civil society, improved public administration, and fostering entrepreneurship and youth empowerment; and (3) recommendations for improvements or changes to the YALI Program and implementation plan, if any, that would improve its effectiveness during subsequent years of implementation of the YALI Program. (h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. (i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. 3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). ( (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. ( h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). ( (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. ( h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. 3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). ( (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. ( h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. 3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). ( (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. ( h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. 3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). ( (d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( (3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. ( h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

To establish a comprehensive United States Government initiative to build the capacity of young leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa, and for other purposes. a) In General.--There is established in the Department of State the Young African Leaders Initiative Program (referred to in this Act as the ``YALI Program''). c) Fellowships.--The YALI Program shall award fellowships through the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders Program to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service, and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. ( d) Regional Leadership Centers.--The YALI Program shall seek to establish regional leadership centers in sub-Saharan Africa to offer training to young African leaders who-- (1) are between 18 and 35 years of age; (2) have demonstrated strong capabilities in entrepreneurship, innovation, public service and leadership; and (3) have had a positive impact in their communities, organizations, or institutions. 3) Implementation.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development and the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall seek to partner with the private sector to pursue public-private partnerships, leverage private sector expertise, expand networking opportunities, and identify funding opportunities and fellowship and employment opportunities for participants in the YALI Program. h) Defined Term.--In this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; (2) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; (3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and (4) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. ( i) Sunset.--The YALI Program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.

H.R.4406

Health

Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021 This bill extends, increases, and otherwise modifies Medicaid funding for U.S. territories. Specifically, the bill extends (1) the temporarily increased Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate), and (2) a higher cap on Medicaid funding. Such provisions apply to Puerto Rico through FY2026 and to other territories through FY2029. The bill also requires Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program and to report on its ability to comply with certain reporting requirements, procurement standards, and other Medicaid program integrity measures.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid 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 ``Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. EXTENDING THE INCREASED FEDERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PERCENTAGE AND CAP AMOUNTS FOR TERRITORIES. (a) Federal Medical Assistance Percentage Extension.-- (1) In general.--Section 1905(ff) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(ff)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (3), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''. (2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. (b) Cap Amount Extension.-- (1) Puerto rico.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amount in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (i) in paragraph (2)(A)(ii), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (ii) in paragraph (6)-- (I) in the header, by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; (II) in subparagraph (A)-- (aa) in clause (i), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (bb) in clause (ii)-- (AA) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''; and (BB) by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (III) in subparagraph (B)-- (aa) in clause (i), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (bb) in clause (ii)(II), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. (B) Extension of cap amount for other years.-- Section 1108(g)(6)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)), as amended by subparagraph (A), is further amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2026, $2,719,072,000.''. (2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. (B) Extension of cap amounts for other years.-- Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $126,000,000;''; (ii) in subparagraph (C)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $127,000,000;''; (iii) in subparagraph (D)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $60,000,000; and''; and (iv) in subparagraph (E)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $84,000,000.''. (3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. (c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024.''; and (B) in paragraph (4)-- (i) in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Exemption of territories'' and inserting ``Exemption of certain territories''; and (ii) by striking ``and the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico''; and (2) in subsection (k)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and adjusting the margins accordingly; (ii) in the matter preceding clause (i), as so redesignated-- (I) by striking ``beginning on or after January 1, 2021''; and (II) by striking ``for a non- compliant State shall be reduced--'' and inserting the following: ``for-- ``(A) a non-compliant State that is one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia shall be reduced-- ''; (iii) in clause (iv), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) a non-compliant State that is Puerto Rico shall be reduced-- ``(i) for calendar quarters in fiscal years 2025 and 2026, by 0.12 percentage points; ``(ii) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2027, by 0.25 percentage points; ``(iii) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2028, by 0.35 percentage points; and ``(iv) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2029 and each fiscal year thereafter, by 0.5 percentage points.''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. (e) Puerto Rico Program Integrity.--Section 1108(g)(7)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(7)(A)) is amended-- (1) in clause (iii), in the header, by inserting ``reporting'' after ``reform''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new clauses: ``(v) Core set reporting compliance report.--Not later than October 1, 2022, Puerto Rico shall submit to the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report outlining steps being taken by Puerto Rico to reach compliance with the reporting requirements described in section 1139A(a)(4)(B) and section 1139B(b)(5)(C) and describing what further actions are needed by Puerto Rico in order to comply with such requirements with respect to annual State reports under section 1139A(c) and State reports under section 1139B(d)(1) beginning with fiscal year 2024. ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(II) Duties.--Not later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal quarter (beginning with the first fiscal quarter beginning on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this clause), the officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall, with respect to each contract described in clause (iii) with an annual value exceeding $150,000 entered into during such quarter, certify to the Secretary either-- ``(aa) that such contract has met the procurement standards identified under any of sections 75.327, 75.328, and 75.329 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations); or ``(bb) that extenuating circumstances (including a lack of multiple entities competing for such contract) prevented the compliance of such contract with such standards. ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''. <all>

Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes.

Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021

Rep. Soto, Darren

D

FL

This bill extends, increases, and otherwise modifies Medicaid funding for U.S. territories. Specifically, the bill extends (1) the temporarily increased Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (i.e., federal matching rate), and (2) a higher cap on Medicaid funding. Such provisions apply to Puerto Rico through FY2026 and to other territories through FY2029. The bill also requires Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program and to report on its ability to comply with certain reporting requirements, procurement standards, and other Medicaid program integrity measures.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Territories Act of 2021''. EXTENDING THE INCREASED FEDERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PERCENTAGE AND CAP AMOUNTS FOR TERRITORIES. 1308(g)(2)) is amended-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $126,000,000;''; (ii) in subparagraph (C)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $127,000,000;''; (iii) in subparagraph (D)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $60,000,000; and''; and (iv) in subparagraph (E)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $84,000,000.''. ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (e) Puerto Rico Program Integrity.--Section 1108(g)(7)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Territories Act of 2021''. EXTENDING THE INCREASED FEDERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PERCENTAGE AND CAP AMOUNTS FOR TERRITORIES. 1308(g)(2)) is amended-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $126,000,000;''; (ii) in subparagraph (C)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $127,000,000;''; (iii) in subparagraph (D)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $60,000,000; and''; and (iv) in subparagraph (E)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $84,000,000.''. ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (e) Puerto Rico Program Integrity.--Section 1108(g)(7)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

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 ``Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021''. SEC. EXTENDING THE INCREASED FEDERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PERCENTAGE AND CAP AMOUNTS FOR TERRITORIES. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. 1308(g)(2)) is amended-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $126,000,000;''; (ii) in subparagraph (C)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $127,000,000;''; (iii) in subparagraph (D)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $60,000,000; and''; and (iv) in subparagraph (E)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $84,000,000.''. ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (e) Puerto Rico Program Integrity.--Section 1108(g)(7)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(II) Duties.--Not later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal quarter (beginning with the first fiscal quarter beginning on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this clause), the officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall, with respect to each contract described in clause (iii) with an annual value exceeding $150,000 entered into during such quarter, certify to the Secretary either-- ``(aa) that such contract has met the procurement standards identified under any of sections 75.327, 75.328, and 75.329 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations); or ``(bb) that extenuating circumstances (including a lack of multiple entities competing for such contract) prevented the compliance of such contract with such standards. ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

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 ``Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021''. SEC. EXTENDING THE INCREASED FEDERAL MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PERCENTAGE AND CAP AMOUNTS FOR TERRITORIES. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. 1308(g)(2)) is amended-- (i) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $126,000,000;''; (ii) in subparagraph (C)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $127,000,000;''; (iii) in subparagraph (D)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $60,000,000; and''; and (iv) in subparagraph (E)-- (I) in clause (i), by striking ``clause (ii)'' and inserting ``clauses (ii) through (iv)''; (II) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; (III) in clause (iii), by adding ``and'' at the end; and (IV) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iv) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2029, $84,000,000.''. ''; and (B) in paragraph (4)-- (i) in the paragraph heading, by striking ``Exemption of territories'' and inserting ``Exemption of certain territories''; and (ii) by striking ``and the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico''; and (2) in subsection (k)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (D) as clauses (i) through (iv), respectively, and adjusting the margins accordingly; (ii) in the matter preceding clause (i), as so redesignated-- (I) by striking ``beginning on or after January 1, 2021''; and (II) by striking ``for a non- compliant State shall be reduced--'' and inserting the following: ``for-- ``(A) a non-compliant State that is one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia shall be reduced-- ''; (iii) in clause (iv), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) a non-compliant State that is Puerto Rico shall be reduced-- ``(i) for calendar quarters in fiscal years 2025 and 2026, by 0.12 percentage points; ``(ii) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2027, by 0.25 percentage points; ``(iii) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2028, by 0.35 percentage points; and ``(iv) for calendar quarters in fiscal year 2029 and each fiscal year thereafter, by 0.5 percentage points. ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (e) Puerto Rico Program Integrity.--Section 1108(g)(7)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(II) Duties.--Not later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal quarter (beginning with the first fiscal quarter beginning on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this clause), the officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall, with respect to each contract described in clause (iii) with an annual value exceeding $150,000 entered into during such quarter, certify to the Secretary either-- ``(aa) that such contract has met the procurement standards identified under any of sections 75.327, 75.328, and 75.329 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations); or ``(bb) that extenuating circumstances (including a lack of multiple entities competing for such contract) prevented the compliance of such contract with such standards. ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( B) Extension of cap amount for other years.-- Section 1108(g)(6)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)), as amended by subparagraph (A), is further amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2026, $2,719,072,000.''. ( 2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( (3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( (2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. ''; ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( (2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. ''; ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( B) Extension of cap amount for other years.-- Section 1108(g)(6)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)), as amended by subparagraph (A), is further amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2026, $2,719,072,000.''. ( 2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( (3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( (2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. ''; ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( B) Extension of cap amount for other years.-- Section 1108(g)(6)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)), as amended by subparagraph (A), is further amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2026, $2,719,072,000.''. ( 2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( (3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. (d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( (2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 3) Modification of special rule for calculation of cap amounts for certain years.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( c) Application of Asset Verification Program Requirements to Puerto Rico.--Section 1940 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396w) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (3)(A), by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(iii) Implementation in puerto rico.--The Secretary shall require Puerto Rico to implement an asset verification program under this subsection by the end of fiscal year 2024. ''; ''; and (B) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``or the District of Columbia'' and inserting ``the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances. ``(IV) Review of compliance.--Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this clause, the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services shall submit to Congress a report on the compliance of Puerto Rico with the provisions of this clause.''.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Ensuring program integrity.--Section 1108(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (7)(B)(i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''; and (B) in paragraph (8)(B), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2026''. ( ( 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

To amend titles XI and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide increased financial support to the territories under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Other territories.-- (A) Ensuring increased cap amounts in response to covid-19.--Section 1108(g)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(2)) is amended in each of subparagraphs (B)(iii), (C)(iii), (D)(iii), and (E)(iii), by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``each of fiscal years 2021 and 2022''. ( 1308(g)(2)) is amended, in the matter following subparagraph (E)-- (A) by striking ``fiscal year 2021'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, fiscal year 2026)''; (B) by striking ``through 2021'' and inserting ``through 2029 (or, in the case of Puerto Rico, 2026)''; and (C) by striking ``each such subparagraph'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A) and any of clauses (ii) through (iv) of subparagraphs (B) through (E)''. ( d) Extension of Reporting Requirement.--Section 1108(g)(9) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1308(g)(9)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2021'' and inserting ``2029''; and (2) in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting ``or by reason of the amendments made by section 2 of the Supporting Medicaid in the U.S. Territories Act of 2021'' before the period at the end. ( ``(vi) Contracting and procurement oversight lead requirement.-- ``(I) In general.--Not later than 6 months after the date of the enactment of this clause, the agency responsible for the administration of Puerto Rico's Medicaid program under title XIX shall designate an officer (other than the director of such agency) to serve as the Contracting and Procurement Oversight Lead to carry out the duties specified in subclause (II). ``(III) Publication.--The officer designated pursuant to subclause (I) shall make public each certification containing extenuating circumstances described in subclause (II)(bb) not later than 30 days after such certification is made, including a description of, and justification of, such extenuating circumstances.

S.1375

Immigration

Families Belong Together Act This bill provides various immigration benefits for eligible alien parents (or legal guardians) and minor children who were separated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021. Generally, to be an eligible parent or minor child under this bill, the alien must not be inadmissible for certain crime- or security-related grounds, though DHS may waive certain grounds for humanitarian or public interest reasons. Furthermore, an eligible child who was separated as a minor remains eligible for the immigration benefits after reaching majority. DHS must grant humanitarian parole into the United States to an eligible alien who requests such parole, regardless of whether the alien is physically present in the United States. An eligible alien in the United States may apply for lawful permanent resident status. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services shall grant a qualifying alien's lawful permanent resident status within 30 days of receiving the alien's application. An alien who receives lawful permanent resident status under this bill shall be eligible for benefits and services that are available to an alien who is admitted as a refugee. Certain annual numerical limitations shall not apply to aliens who receive lawful permanent resident status under this bill. If an alien seeks judicial review of a denial of an application for lawful permanent resident status under this bill, the Department of Justice shall appoint counsel to represent that alien upon request.

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. 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 ``Families Belong Together Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). (2) Eligible parent.--The term ``eligible parent'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of an eligible child; (B) entered the United States at a port of entry, or between ports of entry, with an eligible child to whom he or she is a parent or legal guardian; (C) was separated from his or her eligible child by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (D) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). SEC. 3. HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall grant humanitarian parole into the United States to any eligible parent or eligible child who expressly requests and applies for such parole, whether or not such eligible parent or eligible child is physically present in the United States. (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. (c) Consultation Requirement.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall consult with the Secretary of State to ensure coordination with local consular officials abroad. SEC. 4. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (b) Eligible Children.-- (1) Application.--Eligible children in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (2) Adjustment.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible child pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such child to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (c) Exemption From Numerical Limitations.--The numerical limitations set forth in sections 201 and 202 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151 and 1152) shall not apply to aliens whose status is adjusted pursuant to subsection (a) or (b). (d) Application Fees Prohibited.--The Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services may not impose a fee for-- (1) any application submitted under this section; or (2) any filing related to such application, including the submission of biometric information or an application for waiver of grounds of inadmissibility. (e) Eligibility for Benefits and Services.--Notwithstanding title IV of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), an eligible parent or eligible child whose status is adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence shall be eligible for benefits and services under any Federal or State program or activity to the same extent as an alien who is admitted to the United States as a refugee under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157). SEC. 5. DISCRETION OF THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. (b) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to reduce or diminish the discretion provided to the Secretary of Homeland Security under section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). SEC. 6. AVAILABILITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL REVIEW. (a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. (b) Judicial Review.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an alien may seek judicial review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status, under this Act in an appropriate United States district court. (2) Scope of review and decision.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the review authorized under paragraph (1) shall be de novo and shall be based solely on the administrative record, except that the applicant shall be given the opportunity to supplement the administrative record and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall be given the opportunity to rebut the evidence and arguments raised in such submission. Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (3) Funding.--Counsel appointed pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be paid from amounts appropriated pursuant to section 7(2). (d) Stay of Removal.--An alien seeking administrative or judicial review under this section may not be removed from the United States until a final decision is rendered establishing that the alien is ineligible for adjustment of status under section 4. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. (a) In General.--In addition to any other amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated for such purpose, there is authorized to be appropriated-- (1) $5,000,000 to the Department of State in fiscal year 2021 to locate and educate eligible parents and children abroad about opportunities for humanitarian parole; and (2) $5,000,000 to the Executive Office for Immigration Review of the Department of Justice in fiscal year 2021 for the provision of legal services, including educating eligible parents and eligible children of their rights under this Act. (b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available until expended. <all>

Families Belong Together Act

A bill to grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security.

Families Belong Together Act

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard

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This bill provides various immigration benefits for eligible alien parents (or legal guardians) and minor children who were separated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021. Generally, to be an eligible parent or minor child under this bill, the alien must not be inadmissible for certain crime- or security-related grounds, though DHS may waive certain grounds for humanitarian or public interest reasons. Furthermore, an eligible child who was separated as a minor remains eligible for the immigration benefits after reaching majority. DHS must grant humanitarian parole into the United States to an eligible alien who requests such parole, regardless of whether the alien is physically present in the United States. An eligible alien in the United States may apply for lawful permanent resident status. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services shall grant a qualifying alien's lawful permanent resident status within 30 days of receiving the alien's application. An alien who receives lawful permanent resident status under this bill shall be eligible for benefits and services that are available to an alien who is admitted as a refugee. Certain annual numerical limitations shall not apply to aliens who receive lawful permanent resident status under this bill. If an alien seeks judicial review of a denial of an application for lawful permanent resident status under this bill, the Department of Justice shall appoint counsel to represent that alien upon request.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Families Belong Together Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) Eligible parent.--The term ``eligible parent'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of an eligible child; (B) entered the United States at a port of entry, or between ports of entry, with an eligible child to whom he or she is a parent or legal guardian; (C) was separated from his or her eligible child by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (D) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 3. HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. 4. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (c) Exemption From Numerical Limitations.--The numerical limitations set forth in sections 201 and 202 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. (d) Application Fees Prohibited.--The Director of U.S. 1601 et seq. 1157). 5. DISCRETION OF THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). 6. AVAILABILITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL REVIEW. Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. (a) In General.--In addition to any other amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated for such purpose, there is authorized to be appropriated-- (1) $5,000,000 to the Department of State in fiscal year 2021 to locate and educate eligible parents and children abroad about opportunities for humanitarian parole; and (2) $5,000,000 to the Executive Office for Immigration Review of the Department of Justice in fiscal year 2021 for the provision of legal services, including educating eligible parents and eligible children of their rights under this Act. (b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Families Belong Together Act''. 2. (2) Eligible parent.--The term ``eligible parent'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of an eligible child; (B) entered the United States at a port of entry, or between ports of entry, with an eligible child to whom he or she is a parent or legal guardian; (C) was separated from his or her eligible child by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (D) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 3. HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. 4. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (d) Application Fees Prohibited.--The Director of U.S. 5. DISCRETION OF THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY. 1182(a)). AVAILABILITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL REVIEW. Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. SEC. 7. (b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. 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 ``Families Belong Together Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) Eligible parent.--The term ``eligible parent'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of an eligible child; (B) entered the United States at a port of entry, or between ports of entry, with an eligible child to whom he or she is a parent or legal guardian; (C) was separated from his or her eligible child by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (D) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 3. HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. (c) Consultation Requirement.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall consult with the Secretary of State to ensure coordination with local consular officials abroad. 4. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (c) Exemption From Numerical Limitations.--The numerical limitations set forth in sections 201 and 202 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151 and 1152) shall not apply to aliens whose status is adjusted pursuant to subsection (a) or (b). (d) Application Fees Prohibited.--The Director of U.S. (e) Eligibility for Benefits and Services.--Notwithstanding title IV of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1601 et seq. 1157). 5. DISCRETION OF THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). 6. AVAILABILITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL REVIEW. (a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. (2) Scope of review and decision.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the review authorized under paragraph (1) shall be de novo and shall be based solely on the administrative record, except that the applicant shall be given the opportunity to supplement the administrative record and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall be given the opportunity to rebut the evidence and arguments raised in such submission. Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. (a) In General.--In addition to any other amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated for such purpose, there is authorized to be appropriated-- (1) $5,000,000 to the Department of State in fiscal year 2021 to locate and educate eligible parents and children abroad about opportunities for humanitarian parole; and (2) $5,000,000 to the Executive Office for Immigration Review of the Department of Justice in fiscal year 2021 for the provision of legal services, including educating eligible parents and eligible children of their rights under this Act. (b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. 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 ``Families Belong Together Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) Eligible parent.--The term ``eligible parent'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) is a parent or legal guardian of an eligible child; (B) entered the United States at a port of entry, or between ports of entry, with an eligible child to whom he or she is a parent or legal guardian; (C) was separated from his or her eligible child by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (D) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 3. HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. (c) Consultation Requirement.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall consult with the Secretary of State to ensure coordination with local consular officials abroad. 4. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (2) Adjustment.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible child pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such child to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. (c) Exemption From Numerical Limitations.--The numerical limitations set forth in sections 201 and 202 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151 and 1152) shall not apply to aliens whose status is adjusted pursuant to subsection (a) or (b). (d) Application Fees Prohibited.--The Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services may not impose a fee for-- (1) any application submitted under this section; or (2) any filing related to such application, including the submission of biometric information or an application for waiver of grounds of inadmissibility. (e) Eligibility for Benefits and Services.--Notwithstanding title IV of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1601 et seq. 1157). 5. DISCRETION OF THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. (b) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to reduce or diminish the discretion provided to the Secretary of Homeland Security under section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). 6. AVAILABILITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND JUDICIAL REVIEW. (a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. (2) Scope of review and decision.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the review authorized under paragraph (1) shall be de novo and shall be based solely on the administrative record, except that the applicant shall be given the opportunity to supplement the administrative record and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall be given the opportunity to rebut the evidence and arguments raised in such submission. Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (d) Stay of Removal.--An alien seeking administrative or judicial review under this section may not be removed from the United States until a final decision is rendered establishing that the alien is ineligible for adjustment of status under section 4. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. (a) In General.--In addition to any other amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated for such purpose, there is authorized to be appropriated-- (1) $5,000,000 to the Department of State in fiscal year 2021 to locate and educate eligible parents and children abroad about opportunities for humanitarian parole; and (2) $5,000,000 to the Executive Office for Immigration Review of the Department of Justice in fiscal year 2021 for the provision of legal services, including educating eligible parents and eligible children of their rights under this Act. (b) Availability of Funds.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. ( a) In General.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall grant humanitarian parole into the United States to any eligible parent or eligible child who expressly requests and applies for such parole, whether or not such eligible parent or eligible child is physically present in the United States. ( (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services may not impose a fee for-- (1) any application submitted under this section; or (2) any filing related to such application, including the submission of biometric information or an application for waiver of grounds of inadmissibility. ( a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. (b) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to reduce or diminish the discretion provided to the Secretary of Homeland Security under section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. ( (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( ), an eligible parent or eligible child whose status is adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence shall be eligible for benefits and services under any Federal or State program or activity to the same extent as an alien who is admitted to the United States as a refugee under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157). a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( ), an eligible parent or eligible child whose status is adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence shall be eligible for benefits and services under any Federal or State program or activity to the same extent as an alien who is admitted to the United States as a refugee under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157). a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. ( a) In General.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall grant humanitarian parole into the United States to any eligible parent or eligible child who expressly requests and applies for such parole, whether or not such eligible parent or eligible child is physically present in the United States. ( (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services may not impose a fee for-- (1) any application submitted under this section; or (2) any filing related to such application, including the submission of biometric information or an application for waiver of grounds of inadmissibility. ( a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. (b) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to reduce or diminish the discretion provided to the Secretary of Homeland Security under section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. ( (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( ), an eligible parent or eligible child whose status is adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence shall be eligible for benefits and services under any Federal or State program or activity to the same extent as an alien who is admitted to the United States as a refugee under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157). a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). HUMANITARIAN PAROLE. ( a) In General.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall grant humanitarian parole into the United States to any eligible parent or eligible child who expressly requests and applies for such parole, whether or not such eligible parent or eligible child is physically present in the United States. ( (a) Eligible Parents.-- (1) Application.--Eligible parents in the United States may submit an application to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to have their status adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( Citizenship and Immigration Services may not impose a fee for-- (1) any application submitted under this section; or (2) any filing related to such application, including the submission of biometric information or an application for waiver of grounds of inadmissibility. ( a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. (b) Savings Provision.--Nothing in this Act may be construed to reduce or diminish the discretion provided to the Secretary of Homeland Security under section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. ( (c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( (b) Fee and Sponsor Prohibited.--The Secretary of Homeland Security may not-- (1) impose a fee in conjunction with a request or application for parole under subsection (a); or (2) require the applicant to secure a fiscal sponsor. ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( ), an eligible parent or eligible child whose status is adjusted to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence shall be eligible for benefits and services under any Federal or State program or activity to the same extent as an alien who is admitted to the United States as a refugee under section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1157). a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. ( ( c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( Upon issuing its decision, the court shall remand the matter, with appropriate instructions, to the Department of Homeland Security to render a final decision on the application. ( 2) Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General shall establish procedures for the appointment of counsel under paragraph (1). (

To grant lawful permanent resident status to certain eligible persons who were separated from immediate family members by the Department of Homeland Security. In this Act: (1) Eligible child.--The term ``eligible child'' means a person who, regardless of whether the person is in the United States or abroad-- (A) entered the United States before attaining 18 years of age at a port of entry or between ports of entry; (B) was separated from his or her parent or legal guardian by the Department of Homeland Security between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021; and (C) is not inadmissible under paragraph (2)(C)(i), (2)(E), (2)(G), (2)(I), or (3) of section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ( 2) Adjustment of status.--Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from an eligible parent pursuant to paragraph (1), the Director shall adjust the status of such eligible parent to that of an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. ( a) Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Homeland Security may waive the operation of one or more grounds of inadmissibility set forth in section 212(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)) (other than paragraph (3)(E) of such section) with respect to an eligible child or an eligible parent, for humanitarian purposes, to ensure family unity, or when such waiver is otherwise in the public interest. ( a) Administrative Review.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall provide a process for aliens who have applied for adjustment of status under this Act to seek administrative appellate review of a denial of an application for adjustment of status, or a revocation of such status. ( ( c) Appointed Counsel.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an applicant seeking judicial review under this section shall be represented by counsel, who shall be appointed, upon the request of the applicant, in accordance with procedures established by the Attorney General. (

H.R.3636

Education

Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021 or the CHILD Act of 2021 This bill expands the applicability of certain special education provisions to children with Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases. (Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. The disease is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick and, if left untreated, can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system.) Specifically, the bill defines child with a disability for purposes of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to include a child who needs special education and related services because the child has a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease.

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. 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 ``Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021'' or the ``CHILD Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) Becoming nationally reportable in 1990 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Lyme disease reported United States case numbers in 1992 were 9,908. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. (2) The bacteria that cause Lyme disease are transmitted by a tick which can be as small as a poppy seed and is found in backyards, fields, woods, and in other places where there is ground cover. Ticks that transmit Lyme disease are now found in 50 percent of United States counties. (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. (4) Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to bringing people back to health; however research has shown that 10 to 15 percent or more of those treated by a regimen of antibiotics progress to developing long term symptoms from this not well understood disease. (5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. (7) Children with Lyme disease are often out of school for blocks of time--days, weeks, months, or more--and can come back to school and have symptom relapse causing other periods of absence. (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. (9) Schools, teachers, administrators, special services teams, and medical personnel are often not aware of the issues caused by Lyme disease, and the children with Lyme disease are being improperly classified, may even be labeled as ``fakers,'' and generally do not receive the type of help educationally that other children who have some of these symptoms routinely receive due to their disability. (b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.). SEC. 3. DEFINITION OF CHILD WITH A DISABILITY. Section 602(3)(A)(i) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting ``(including Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases)'' after ``other health impairments''. <all>

CHILD Act of 2021

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term "child with a disability" includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease.

CHILD Act of 2021 Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021

Rep. Smith, Christopher H.

R

NJ

This bill expands the applicability of certain special education provisions to children with Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases. (Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne disease in the United States. The disease is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick and, if left untreated, can spread to joints, the heart, and the nervous system.) Specifically, the bill defines child with a disability for purposes of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to include a child who needs special education and related services because the child has a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease.

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 ``Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021'' or the ``CHILD Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. (2) The bacteria that cause Lyme disease are transmitted by a tick which can be as small as a poppy seed and is found in backyards, fields, woods, and in other places where there is ground cover. (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. (4) Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to bringing people back to health; however research has shown that 10 to 15 percent or more of those treated by a regimen of antibiotics progress to developing long term symptoms from this not well understood disease. (5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. (7) Children with Lyme disease are often out of school for blocks of time--days, weeks, months, or more--and can come back to school and have symptom relapse causing other periods of absence. (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. (9) Schools, teachers, administrators, special services teams, and medical personnel are often not aware of the issues caused by Lyme disease, and the children with Lyme disease are being improperly classified, may even be labeled as ``fakers,'' and generally do not receive the type of help educationally that other children who have some of these symptoms routinely receive due to their disability. 1400 et seq.). SEC. DEFINITION OF CHILD WITH A DISABILITY. Section 602(3)(A)(i) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting ``(including Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases)'' after ``other health impairments''.

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 ``Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021'' or the ``CHILD Act of 2021''. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. (4) Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to bringing people back to health; however research has shown that 10 to 15 percent or more of those treated by a regimen of antibiotics progress to developing long term symptoms from this not well understood disease. (5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. (9) Schools, teachers, administrators, special services teams, and medical personnel are often not aware of the issues caused by Lyme disease, and the children with Lyme disease are being improperly classified, may even be labeled as ``fakers,'' and generally do not receive the type of help educationally that other children who have some of these symptoms routinely receive due to their disability. 1400 et seq.). SEC. DEFINITION OF CHILD WITH A DISABILITY. Section 602(3)(A)(i) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting ``(including Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases)'' after ``other health impairments''.

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. 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 ``Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021'' or the ``CHILD Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) Becoming nationally reportable in 1990 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Lyme disease reported United States case numbers in 1992 were 9,908. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. (2) The bacteria that cause Lyme disease are transmitted by a tick which can be as small as a poppy seed and is found in backyards, fields, woods, and in other places where there is ground cover. Ticks that transmit Lyme disease are now found in 50 percent of United States counties. (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. (4) Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to bringing people back to health; however research has shown that 10 to 15 percent or more of those treated by a regimen of antibiotics progress to developing long term symptoms from this not well understood disease. (5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. (7) Children with Lyme disease are often out of school for blocks of time--days, weeks, months, or more--and can come back to school and have symptom relapse causing other periods of absence. (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. (9) Schools, teachers, administrators, special services teams, and medical personnel are often not aware of the issues caused by Lyme disease, and the children with Lyme disease are being improperly classified, may even be labeled as ``fakers,'' and generally do not receive the type of help educationally that other children who have some of these symptoms routinely receive due to their disability. (b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.). SEC. 3. DEFINITION OF CHILD WITH A DISABILITY. Section 602(3)(A)(i) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting ``(including Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases)'' after ``other health impairments''. <all>

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. 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 ``Children Inflicted by Lyme Disabilities Act of 2021'' or the ``CHILD Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (a) Findings.--Congress finds the following: (1) Becoming nationally reportable in 1990 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Lyme disease reported United States case numbers in 1992 were 9,908. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. (2) The bacteria that cause Lyme disease are transmitted by a tick which can be as small as a poppy seed and is found in backyards, fields, woods, and in other places where there is ground cover. Ticks that transmit Lyme disease are now found in 50 percent of United States counties. (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. (4) Early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics is key to bringing people back to health; however research has shown that 10 to 15 percent or more of those treated by a regimen of antibiotics progress to developing long term symptoms from this not well understood disease. (5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. (7) Children with Lyme disease are often out of school for blocks of time--days, weeks, months, or more--and can come back to school and have symptom relapse causing other periods of absence. (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. (9) Schools, teachers, administrators, special services teams, and medical personnel are often not aware of the issues caused by Lyme disease, and the children with Lyme disease are being improperly classified, may even be labeled as ``fakers,'' and generally do not receive the type of help educationally that other children who have some of these symptoms routinely receive due to their disability. (b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.). SEC. 3. DEFINITION OF CHILD WITH A DISABILITY. Section 602(3)(A)(i) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1401(3)(A)(i)) is amended by inserting ``(including Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases)'' after ``other health impairments''. <all>

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. ( (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. ( (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. ( (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. ( (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. ( (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. ( (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. ( (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. ( (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. (6) Since one tick bite can cause more than one disease, children with Lyme disease can also have other tick-borne diseases or co-infections, increasing the severity and range of their symptoms. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

To amend the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act to clarify that the term ``child with a disability'' includes a child who needs special education and related services due to a health impairment resulting from Lyme disease or another tick-borne disease. From 2005 to 2010, the CDC estimated 300,000 people got Lyme disease each year, and in 2021, the CDC announced that an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease in the United States annually. ( (3) The spirochetal bacteria that causes Lyme disease can attack every system in the body and can produce arthritic, musculo-skeletal, gastrointestinal, neurological, neuropsychiatric and cardiac manifestations, the latter which is known to be able to cause death. ( 5) Most likely due to the time spent outdoors, the range of activities, and lack of awareness of the dangers posed by ticks and of prevention measures, children are at some of the highest risk of infection from the Lyme bacteria in the United States, and based on CDC source numbers, children aged 0 to 19 years represented 29 percent of reported cases over the period from 2001-2017. ( (8) Research has shown these children can have manifestations including cognitive impairment, mental confusion, memory loss, headaches, difficulty concentrating, speech difficulty, visual and hearing problems, dizziness, mood swings, outbursts, depression, sleep disturbance, OCD, and seizure activity, all of which affect their educational experience. ( b) Purpose.--It is the purpose of this Act-- (1) to increase the recognition of the broad range of disabilities caused by Lyme disease that affect education; and (2) to enhance educational services for children with Lyme disease in a manner consistent with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.).

H.R.7315

Armed Forces and National Security

Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act or the TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act The bill revises the administration of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) caregiver programs. Specifically, the bill requires the VA to formally recognize caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver in the health record of the veteran. Such caregivers covered by the bill include those participating in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and those participating in the Program of General Caregiver Support Services. The bill requires the VA to notify veterans and their caregivers regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, the specified caregiver programs. The notifications must be standardized and contain specified details regarding the decisions. The bill also requires the VA to temporarily extend benefits under the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers for at least 90 days after the receipt of notice that a veteran is no longer clinically eligible for the program. Such an extension shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits (1) if the VA determines the caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran, (2) if another primary provider or individual caregiver is designated within 90 days after the termination, (3) if the terminated individual moves out or abandons their relationship with the veteran, or (4) upon request of the caregiver or veteran.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver 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 ``Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act'' or the ``TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATION OF CAREGIVER PROGRAM OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Official Designation of Caregivers.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall formally recognize all caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver of a veteran in the health record of the veteran. (2) Inclusion.--Caregivers recognized under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) family caregivers participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under subsection (a) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code; and (B) caregivers participating in the program of support services for caregivers under subsection (b) of such section. (b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). (c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible. (2) Exclusion.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits-- (A) if the Secretary determines that the family caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran; (B) if the family caregiver was designated under section 1720G(a)(7) of title 38, United States Code, as the primary provider of personal care services for the veteran and another primary provider is designated within 90 days after the date of termination, in which case benefits for the terminated primary provider will terminate the day before the date on which the new primary provider is designated; (C) if another individual is designated to be a family caregiver within 90 days after the date of termination, such that there are three family caregivers assigned to the veteran, in which case benefits for the terminated family caregiver will terminate the day before the date on which the new family caregiver is designated; (D) the terminated individual had been living with the veteran and moves out, or the terminated individual abandons or terminates his or her relationship with the veteran; or (E) upon request of the family caregiver or the veteran. <all>

TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes.

TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act

Rep. Biggs, Andy

R

AZ

The bill revises the administration of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) caregiver programs. Specifically, the bill requires the VA to formally recognize caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver in the health record of the veteran. Such caregivers covered by the bill include those participating in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and those participating in the Program of General Caregiver Support Services. The bill requires the VA to notify veterans and their caregivers regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, the specified caregiver programs. The notifications must be standardized and contain specified details regarding the decisions. The bill also requires the VA to temporarily extend benefits under the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers for at least 90 days after the receipt of notice that a veteran is no longer clinically eligible for the program. Such an extension shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits (1) if the VA determines the caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran, (2) if another primary provider or individual caregiver is designated within 90 days after the termination, (3) if the terminated individual moves out or abandons their relationship with the veteran, or (4) upon request of the caregiver or veteran.

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 ``Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act'' or the ``TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act''. SEC. (a) Official Designation of Caregivers.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall formally recognize all caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver of a veteran in the health record of the veteran. (2) Inclusion.--Caregivers recognized under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) family caregivers participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under subsection (a) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code; and (B) caregivers participating in the program of support services for caregivers under subsection (b) of such section. (b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). (2) Exclusion.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits-- (A) if the Secretary determines that the family caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran; (B) if the family caregiver was designated under section 1720G(a)(7) of title 38, United States Code, as the primary provider of personal care services for the veteran and another primary provider is designated within 90 days after the date of termination, in which case benefits for the terminated primary provider will terminate the day before the date on which the new primary provider is designated; (C) if another individual is designated to be a family caregiver within 90 days after the date of termination, such that there are three family caregivers assigned to the veteran, in which case benefits for the terminated family caregiver will terminate the day before the date on which the new family caregiver is designated; (D) the terminated individual had been living with the veteran and moves out, or the terminated individual abandons or terminates his or her relationship with the veteran; or (E) upon request of the family caregiver or the veteran.

This Act may be cited as the ``Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act'' or the ``TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act''. SEC. (a) Official Designation of Caregivers.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall formally recognize all caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver of a veteran in the health record of the veteran. (2) Inclusion.--Caregivers recognized under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) family caregivers participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under subsection (a) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code; and (B) caregivers participating in the program of support services for caregivers under subsection (b) of such section. (b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Exclusion.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits-- (A) if the Secretary determines that the family caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran; (B) if the family caregiver was designated under section 1720G(a)(7) of title 38, United States Code, as the primary provider of personal care services for the veteran and another primary provider is designated within 90 days after the date of termination, in which case benefits for the terminated primary provider will terminate the day before the date on which the new primary provider is designated; (C) if another individual is designated to be a family caregiver within 90 days after the date of termination, such that there are three family caregivers assigned to the veteran, in which case benefits for the terminated family caregiver will terminate the day before the date on which the new family caregiver is designated; (D) the terminated individual had been living with the veteran and moves out, or the terminated individual abandons or terminates his or her relationship with the veteran; or (E) upon request of the family caregiver or the veteran.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver 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 ``Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act'' or the ``TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATION OF CAREGIVER PROGRAM OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Official Designation of Caregivers.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall formally recognize all caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver of a veteran in the health record of the veteran. (2) Inclusion.--Caregivers recognized under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) family caregivers participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under subsection (a) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code; and (B) caregivers participating in the program of support services for caregivers under subsection (b) of such section. (b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). (c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible. (2) Exclusion.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits-- (A) if the Secretary determines that the family caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran; (B) if the family caregiver was designated under section 1720G(a)(7) of title 38, United States Code, as the primary provider of personal care services for the veteran and another primary provider is designated within 90 days after the date of termination, in which case benefits for the terminated primary provider will terminate the day before the date on which the new primary provider is designated; (C) if another individual is designated to be a family caregiver within 90 days after the date of termination, such that there are three family caregivers assigned to the veteran, in which case benefits for the terminated family caregiver will terminate the day before the date on which the new family caregiver is designated; (D) the terminated individual had been living with the veteran and moves out, or the terminated individual abandons or terminates his or her relationship with the veteran; or (E) upon request of the family caregiver or the veteran. <all>

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver 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 ``Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act'' or the ``TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATION OF CAREGIVER PROGRAM OF DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. (a) Official Designation of Caregivers.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall formally recognize all caregivers of veterans by identifying any caregiver of a veteran in the health record of the veteran. (2) Inclusion.--Caregivers recognized under paragraph (1) shall include-- (A) family caregivers participating in the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under subsection (a) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code; and (B) caregivers participating in the program of support services for caregivers under subsection (b) of such section. (b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). (c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible. (2) Exclusion.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the termination of caregiver benefits-- (A) if the Secretary determines that the family caregiver committed fraud or abused or neglected the veteran; (B) if the family caregiver was designated under section 1720G(a)(7) of title 38, United States Code, as the primary provider of personal care services for the veteran and another primary provider is designated within 90 days after the date of termination, in which case benefits for the terminated primary provider will terminate the day before the date on which the new primary provider is designated; (C) if another individual is designated to be a family caregiver within 90 days after the date of termination, such that there are three family caregivers assigned to the veteran, in which case benefits for the terminated family caregiver will terminate the day before the date on which the new family caregiver is designated; (D) the terminated individual had been living with the veteran and moves out, or the terminated individual abandons or terminates his or her relationship with the veteran; or (E) upon request of the family caregiver or the veteran. <all>

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). ( c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). ( c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). ( c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). ( c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible.

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (

To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes. b) Notification Letters Regarding Clinical Determinations.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary, using a standardized letter, shall notify veterans and caregivers of veterans regarding any clinical determinations made relating to claims, tier reduction, or termination of assistance under, or eligibility for, a caregiver program under subsection (a) or (b) of section 1720G of title 38, United States Code. (2) Elements.--Notifications under paragraph (1) shall include the elements required for notices of decisions under section 5104(b) of title 38, United States Code, to the extent that those elements apply to determinations under paragraph (1). ( c) Temporary Extension of Benefits for Family Caregiver Program.-- (1) In general.--Upon determining that a veteran who was receiving services under the program of comprehensive assistance for family caregivers under section 1720G(a) of title 38, United States Code, is no longer clinically eligible for purposes of such program, the Secretary shall extend benefits under such program, including stipends under paragraph (3)(A)(ii)(V) of such section, for not less than 90 days after the date of notification under subsection (b) that the veteran is no longer clinically eligible.

H.R.9404

Health

Protecting Our Children from the CDC Act This bill prohibits the inclusion of any COVID-19 vaccine on the child and adolescent immunization schedule (which lists the vaccines recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice for those populations) unless all clinical data related to the safety and efficacy of the vaccine is published on the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, 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 Our Children from the CDC Act''. SEC. 2. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. Part C of subtitle 2 of title XXI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300aa-25 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2129. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. ``(a) No Inclusion of COVID Vaccines.--The Secretary, and any official, agency, or office of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices), shall not include any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices) relating to the safety and efficacy (including any adverse effects) of such vaccine. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''. <all>

Protecting Our Children from the CDC Act

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes.

Protecting Our Children from the CDC Act

Rep. Biggs, Andy

R

AZ

This bill prohibits the inclusion of any COVID-19 vaccine on the child and adolescent immunization schedule (which lists the vaccines recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice for those populations) unless all clinical data related to the safety and efficacy of the vaccine is published on the website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, 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 Our Children from the CDC Act''. SEC. 2. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. Part C of subtitle 2 of title XXI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300aa-25 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2129. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. ``(a) No Inclusion of COVID Vaccines.--The Secretary, and any official, agency, or office of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices), shall not include any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices) relating to the safety and efficacy (including any adverse effects) of such vaccine. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, 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 Our Children from the CDC Act''. SEC. 2. Part C of subtitle 2 of title XXI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300aa-25 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2129. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, 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 Our Children from the CDC Act''. SEC. 2. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. Part C of subtitle 2 of title XXI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300aa-25 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2129. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. ``(a) No Inclusion of COVID Vaccines.--The Secretary, and any official, agency, or office of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices), shall not include any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices) relating to the safety and efficacy (including any adverse effects) of such vaccine. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, 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 Our Children from the CDC Act''. SEC. 2. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. Part C of subtitle 2 of title XXI of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300aa-25 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 2129. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. ``(a) No Inclusion of COVID Vaccines.--The Secretary, and any official, agency, or office of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices), shall not include any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services (including the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices) relating to the safety and efficacy (including any adverse effects) of such vaccine. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(2) Administrative action.--The Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to effectuate the removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1). ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from placing any vaccine for COVID-19 on the child and adolescent immunization schedule unless the Secretary has posted on the public website of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention all clinical data in the possession of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the safety and efficacy of such vaccine, and for other purposes. POSTING OF ALL CLINICAL DATA FOR COVID-19 VACCINES BEFORE PLACEMENT ON CHILD AND ADOLESCENT SCHEDULE. All such data posted under this subsection shall be deidentified to protect all individually identifiable health information, and information with respect to the agency and sponsor personnel of the data involved. ``(b) Vaccines Already on Schedule as of Enactment.-- ``(1) Removal.--Any vaccine for COVID-19 that is included on the child and adolescent immunization schedule as of the date of enactment of this section is hereby deemed to be removed from such schedule. ``(3) Rule of construction.--The removal of a vaccine from the child and adolescent immunization schedule by operation of paragraph (1) shall not be construed to affect the authority of the Secretary (or other officials, agencies, or offices) to place such vaccine back on such schedule so long as such placement is in accordance with subsection (a) and other applicable provisions of law. ``(c) Definition.--In this section, the term `child and adolescent immunization schedule' means the child and adolescent immunization schedule of the Advisory Committee of Immunization Practices (or any successor schedule).''.

S.4057

Government Operations and Politics

Strategic EV Management Act of 2022 This bill directs the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with the heads of federal agencies to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for federal electric vehicle fleet battery management and to report to and brief Congress regarding the plan and its implementation across agencies. The GSA may periodically update the strategic plan based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. The Government Accountability Office must report to Congress on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, 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 ``Strategic EV Management Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. (2) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. SEC. 3. STRATEGIC GUIDANCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, shall coordinate with the heads of agencies to develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management. (b) Contents.--The strategic plan required under subsection (a) shall-- (1) maximize both cost and environmental efficiencies; and (2) incorporate-- (A) guidelines for optimal charging practices that will maximize battery longevity and prevent premature degradation; (B) guidelines for reusing and recycling the batteries of retired vehicles; and (C) any other considerations determined appropriate by the Administrator and Director. (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. (d) Consultation.--In developing the strategic plan required under subsection (a) the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may consult with appropriate entities, including-- (1) the Secretary of Energy; (2) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; (3) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality; (4) scientists who are studying electric vehicle batteries and reuse and recycling solutions; (5) laboratories, companies, colleges, universities, or start-ups engaged in battery use, reuse, and recycling research; (6) industries interested in electric vehicle battery reuse and recycling; (7) electric vehicle equipment manufacturers and recyclers; and (8) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator and Director. (e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). (2) Briefing.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall brief the appropriate congressional committees on the implementation of the strategic plan required under subsection (a) across agencies. SEC. 4. STUDY OF FEDERAL FLEET VEHICLES. Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4057 _______________________________________________________________________

Strategic EV Management Act of 2022

A bill to develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes.

Strategic EV Management Act of 2022 Strategic EV Management Act of 2022 Strategic EV Management Act of 2022

Sen. Peters, Gary C.

D

MI

This bill directs the General Services Administration (GSA) to coordinate with the heads of federal agencies to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for federal electric vehicle fleet battery management and to report to and brief Congress regarding the plan and its implementation across agencies. The GSA may periodically update the strategic plan based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. The Government Accountability Office must report to Congress on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, 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 ``Strategic EV Management Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. (2) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. 3. STRATEGIC GUIDANCE. (b) Contents.--The strategic plan required under subsection (a) shall-- (1) maximize both cost and environmental efficiencies; and (2) incorporate-- (A) guidelines for optimal charging practices that will maximize battery longevity and prevent premature degradation; (B) guidelines for reusing and recycling the batteries of retired vehicles; and (C) any other considerations determined appropriate by the Administrator and Director. (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. (d) Consultation.--In developing the strategic plan required under subsection (a) the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may consult with appropriate entities, including-- (1) the Secretary of Energy; (2) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; (3) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality; (4) scientists who are studying electric vehicle batteries and reuse and recycling solutions; (5) laboratories, companies, colleges, universities, or start-ups engaged in battery use, reuse, and recycling research; (6) industries interested in electric vehicle battery reuse and recycling; (7) electric vehicle equipment manufacturers and recyclers; and (8) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator and Director. (2) Briefing.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall brief the appropriate congressional committees on the implementation of the strategic plan required under subsection (a) across agencies. SEC. STUDY OF FEDERAL FLEET VEHICLES. Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4057 _______________________________________________________________________

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. (2) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. 3. (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. (d) Consultation.--In developing the strategic plan required under subsection (a) the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may consult with appropriate entities, including-- (1) the Secretary of Energy; (2) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; (3) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality; (4) scientists who are studying electric vehicle batteries and reuse and recycling solutions; (5) laboratories, companies, colleges, universities, or start-ups engaged in battery use, reuse, and recycling research; (6) industries interested in electric vehicle battery reuse and recycling; (7) electric vehicle equipment manufacturers and recyclers; and (8) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator and Director. SEC. Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4057 _______________________________________________________________________

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, 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 ``Strategic EV Management Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. (2) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. SEC. 3. STRATEGIC GUIDANCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, shall coordinate with the heads of agencies to develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management. (b) Contents.--The strategic plan required under subsection (a) shall-- (1) maximize both cost and environmental efficiencies; and (2) incorporate-- (A) guidelines for optimal charging practices that will maximize battery longevity and prevent premature degradation; (B) guidelines for reusing and recycling the batteries of retired vehicles; and (C) any other considerations determined appropriate by the Administrator and Director. (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. (d) Consultation.--In developing the strategic plan required under subsection (a) the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may consult with appropriate entities, including-- (1) the Secretary of Energy; (2) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; (3) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality; (4) scientists who are studying electric vehicle batteries and reuse and recycling solutions; (5) laboratories, companies, colleges, universities, or start-ups engaged in battery use, reuse, and recycling research; (6) industries interested in electric vehicle battery reuse and recycling; (7) electric vehicle equipment manufacturers and recyclers; and (8) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator and Director. (e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). (2) Briefing.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall brief the appropriate congressional committees on the implementation of the strategic plan required under subsection (a) across agencies. SEC. 4. STUDY OF FEDERAL FLEET VEHICLES. Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4057 _______________________________________________________________________

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, 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 ``Strategic EV Management Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. (2) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given the term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. (4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. SEC. 3. STRATEGIC GUIDANCE. (a) In General.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, shall coordinate with the heads of agencies to develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management. (b) Contents.--The strategic plan required under subsection (a) shall-- (1) maximize both cost and environmental efficiencies; and (2) incorporate-- (A) guidelines for optimal charging practices that will maximize battery longevity and prevent premature degradation; (B) guidelines for reusing and recycling the batteries of retired vehicles; and (C) any other considerations determined appropriate by the Administrator and Director. (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. (d) Consultation.--In developing the strategic plan required under subsection (a) the Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may consult with appropriate entities, including-- (1) the Secretary of Energy; (2) the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; (3) the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality; (4) scientists who are studying electric vehicle batteries and reuse and recycling solutions; (5) laboratories, companies, colleges, universities, or start-ups engaged in battery use, reuse, and recycling research; (6) industries interested in electric vehicle battery reuse and recycling; (7) electric vehicle equipment manufacturers and recyclers; and (8) any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator and Director. (e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). (2) Briefing.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall brief the appropriate congressional committees on the implementation of the strategic plan required under subsection (a) across agencies. SEC. 4. STUDY OF FEDERAL FLEET VEHICLES. Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4057 _______________________________________________________________________

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. 3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. ( (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. ( e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. ( c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. ( c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. 3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. ( (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. ( e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. ( c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. 3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. ( (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. ( e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. ( c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. 3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. ( (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. ( e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of General Services. ( c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles.

To develop a comprehensive, strategic plan for Federal electric vehicle fleet battery management, and for other purposes. 3) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (B) the Committee on Oversight and Reform of the House of Representatives. ( (c) Modification.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director, may periodically update the strategic plan required under subsection (a) as the Administrator and Director may determine necessary based on new information relating to electric vehicle batteries that becomes available. ( e) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Director shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that describes the strategic plan required under subsection (a). ( Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining electric vehicles in the Federal fleet compare to the costs and benefits of operating and maintaining internal combustion engine vehicles. Passed the Senate September 14, 2022.

H.R.8591

Labor and Employment

This bill requires the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health to develop a workplace training program on how impairment from using cannabis, opioids, and other drugs effects job safety and ways to prevent, recognize, and respond to such impairment.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, 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. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. Part P of title III of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 399Q (42 U.S.C. 280g-4) the following: ``SEC. 399Q-1. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(a) In General.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (referred to in this section as the `Secretary'), shall conduct research on programs that includes the elements specified in subsection (b) to educate employers, workers, and relevant workplace populations on-- ``(1) the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs; and ``(2) the safety risks resulting from individuals working while impaired from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(2) The importance of preventing, recognizing and responding to impairment. ``(3) The role of various workplace professionals when recognizing and responding to perceived impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(4) Common signs and symptoms of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(5) The steps to respond to perceived impairment. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(7) Guidance on related workplace policies and information on relevant laws and regulations. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''. <all>

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes.

Rep. Owens, Burgess

R

UT

This bill requires the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health to develop a workplace training program on how impairment from using cannabis, opioids, and other drugs effects job safety and ways to prevent, recognize, and respond to such impairment.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, 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. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. Part P of title III of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 399Q (42 U.S.C. 280g-4) the following: ``SEC. 399Q-1. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(a) In General.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (referred to in this section as the `Secretary'), shall conduct research on programs that includes the elements specified in subsection (b) to educate employers, workers, and relevant workplace populations on-- ``(1) the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs; and ``(2) the safety risks resulting from individuals working while impaired from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(2) The importance of preventing, recognizing and responding to impairment. ``(3) The role of various workplace professionals when recognizing and responding to perceived impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(4) Common signs and symptoms of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(5) The steps to respond to perceived impairment. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(7) Guidance on related workplace policies and information on relevant laws and regulations. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''. <all>

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, 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. Part P of title III of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 399Q (42 U.S.C. 280g-4) the following: ``SEC. 399Q-1. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(2) The importance of preventing, recognizing and responding to impairment. ``(3) The role of various workplace professionals when recognizing and responding to perceived impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(4) Common signs and symptoms of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(5) The steps to respond to perceived impairment. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(7) Guidance on related workplace policies and information on relevant laws and regulations. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, 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. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. Part P of title III of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 399Q (42 U.S.C. 280g-4) the following: ``SEC. 399Q-1. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(a) In General.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (referred to in this section as the `Secretary'), shall conduct research on programs that includes the elements specified in subsection (b) to educate employers, workers, and relevant workplace populations on-- ``(1) the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs; and ``(2) the safety risks resulting from individuals working while impaired from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(2) The importance of preventing, recognizing and responding to impairment. ``(3) The role of various workplace professionals when recognizing and responding to perceived impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(4) Common signs and symptoms of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(5) The steps to respond to perceived impairment. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(7) Guidance on related workplace policies and information on relevant laws and regulations. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''. <all>

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, 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. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. Part P of title III of the Public Health Service Act is amended by inserting after section 399Q (42 U.S.C. 280g-4) the following: ``SEC. 399Q-1. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(a) In General.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (referred to in this section as the `Secretary'), shall conduct research on programs that includes the elements specified in subsection (b) to educate employers, workers, and relevant workplace populations on-- ``(1) the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs; and ``(2) the safety risks resulting from individuals working while impaired from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(2) The importance of preventing, recognizing and responding to impairment. ``(3) The role of various workplace professionals when recognizing and responding to perceived impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(4) Common signs and symptoms of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs. ``(5) The steps to respond to perceived impairment. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(7) Guidance on related workplace policies and information on relevant laws and regulations. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''. <all>

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures. ``(c) Employee and Employer Defined.--In this section, the terms `employee' and `employer' have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 652).''.

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health shall conduct research on programs to educate workplace professionals on the prevention of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs, and the risks resulting from individuals working while impaired, and for other purposes. IMPAIRMENT PREVENTION, RECOGNITION AND RESPONSE TRAINING. ``(b) Workplace Training Program.--Not later than 12 months after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with a national nonprofit organization with relevant expertise, develop a workplace training program to be made available to full-time and part-time employees and individuals employed by a State or the Federal Government, which covers the following elements of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs: ``(1) The impact of impairment from the use of cannabis, opioids, and other drugs on safety on the job. ``(6) Common workplace impairment prevention measures.

H.R.5007

Health

Protecting Vulnerable Patients Act This bill requires health care providers to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of Medicare and Medicaid participation. Specifically, participating providers must receive a COVID-19 vaccine by the date on which a vaccine is fully approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Providers who choose not to receive the vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs must publicly disclose their vaccination status prior to furnishing services.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, 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 Vulnerable Patients Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. (a) Requirement To Be Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Condition of participation in medicare.--Section 1866(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395cc(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (X), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V) the following new subparagraph: ``(Z)(i) subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, in the case of a provider of services, to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(ii) except in the case of a provider of services who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395a(a)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (86), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (87)(D) the following new paragraph: ``(88)(A) subject to subparagraph (B), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, require that any physician or provider participating under the State plan to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(B) except in the case of a physician or provider who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID- 19 vaccination status of the physician or provider.''. (b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1903(i) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''. <all>

Protecting Vulnerable Patients Act

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes.

Protecting Vulnerable Patients Act

Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr.

D

VA

This bill requires health care providers to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of Medicare and Medicaid participation. Specifically, participating providers must receive a COVID-19 vaccine by the date on which a vaccine is fully approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Providers who choose not to receive the vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs must publicly disclose their vaccination status prior to furnishing services.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, 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 Vulnerable Patients Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. (a) Requirement To Be Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Condition of participation in medicare.--Section 1866(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395cc(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (X), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V) the following new subparagraph: ``(Z)(i) subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, in the case of a provider of services, to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(ii) except in the case of a provider of services who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. 1395cc(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (X), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V) the following new subparagraph: ``(Z)(i) subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, in the case of a provider of services, to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(ii) except in the case of a provider of services who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, 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 Vulnerable Patients Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. (a) Requirement To Be Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Condition of participation in medicare.--Section 1866(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395cc(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (X), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V) the following new subparagraph: ``(Z)(i) subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, in the case of a provider of services, to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(ii) except in the case of a provider of services who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395a(a)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (86), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (87)(D) the following new paragraph: ``(88)(A) subject to subparagraph (B), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, require that any physician or provider participating under the State plan to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(B) except in the case of a physician or provider who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID- 19 vaccination status of the physician or provider.''. (b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1903(i) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, 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 Vulnerable Patients Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. (a) Requirement To Be Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Condition of participation in medicare.--Section 1866(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395cc(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (X), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (Y)(ii)(V) the following new subparagraph: ``(Z)(i) subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, in the case of a provider of services, to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(ii) except in the case of a provider of services who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395a(a)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (86), by striking at the end ``and''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (87)(D) the following new paragraph: ``(88)(A) subject to subparagraph (B), beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, require that any physician or provider participating under the State plan to have received any such vaccine by such date; and ``(B) except in the case of a physician or provider who elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID- 19 vaccination status of the physician or provider.''. (b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. (B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1903(i) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''. <all>

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( 2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( 2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( 2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( 2) State plan requirement in medicaid.--Section 1902(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( B) Part b.--Section 1848 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.''.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. REQUIREMENT AND EXCEPTION UNDER MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO HAVE RECEIVED THE COVID-19 VACCINE UPON FULL APPROVAL BY THE FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION. ( b) Prohibition of Payment If Not Vaccinated and Exception.-- (1) Medicare.-- (A) Part a.--Section 1815 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395g) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1) Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a provider of services under this title for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. ``(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) may not apply if a physician elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the physician.''. (

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require providers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine upon full approval by the Food & Drug Administration unless an exception applies, and for other purposes. ``(2) Paragraph (1) may not apply if a provider of services elects not to receive such vaccine due to medical necessity or religious beliefs, and publicly discloses (as determined by the Secretary) prior to furnishing services to patients the COVID-19 vaccination status of the provider.''. ( 1395w-20) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(u) Prohibition of Payment Relating to COVID-19 Vaccine and Exception.-- ``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), no payment shall be made to a physician under this subsection for any service furnished to an individual by such a provider who, beginning on the date on which any COVID-19 vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, not received such vaccine by such date. 1396b(i)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (66), by striking at the end ``or''; and (B) in paragraph (87)(D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (C) by inserting after paragraph (26) the following new paragraph: ``(27) with respect to any amounts expended for medical assistance for an individual which is provided by a physician or provider who has not received any COVID-19 vaccine beginning on the date on which such vaccine is approved under section 505(b) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. ''.

H.R.8273

Commerce

Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022 This bill allows a small business that is awarded a construction contract by a federal agency to request an equitable adjustment if the agency's contracting officer directs a change in the contract's performance without the agreement of the small business. The agency must provide the small business with an interim partial payment to cover additional costs resulting from such a change, and the small business must pay a first tier subcontractor or supplier the portion of the partial payment that is attributable to additional costs incurred due to the change.

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, 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 ``Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) In General.--Section 15 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (x) as subsection (y); and (2) by inserting after subsection (w) the following new subsection: ``(x) Interim Partial Payments for Equitable Adjustments to Construction Contracts.-- ``(1) Request for an equitable adjustment.--A small business concern that was awarded a construction contract by an agency may submit a request for an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer of such agency if the contracting officer directs a change in the terms of the contract performance without the agreement of the small business concern. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(3) Limitation.--Any interim partial payment made under this section may not be deemed to be an action to definitize the request for an equitable adjustment. ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. (b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) October 1, 2024. <all>

Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes.

Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022

Rep. Stauber, Pete

R

MN

This bill allows a small business that is awarded a construction contract by a federal agency to request an equitable adjustment if the agency's contracting officer directs a change in the contract's performance without the agreement of the small business. The agency must provide the small business with an interim partial payment to cover additional costs resulting from such a change, and the small business must pay a first tier subcontractor or supplier the portion of the partial payment that is attributable to additional costs incurred due to the change.

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, 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 ``Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) In General.--Section 15 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (x) as subsection (y); and (2) by inserting after subsection (w) the following new subsection: ``(x) Interim Partial Payments for Equitable Adjustments to Construction Contracts.-- ``(1) Request for an equitable adjustment.--A small business concern that was awarded a construction contract by an agency may submit a request for an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer of such agency if the contracting officer directs a change in the terms of the contract performance without the agreement of the small business concern. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(3) Limitation.--Any interim partial payment made under this section may not be deemed to be an action to definitize the request for an equitable adjustment. ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. (b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) October 1, 2024. <all>

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, 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 ``Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) In General.--Section 15 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (x) as subsection (y); and (2) by inserting after subsection (w) the following new subsection: ``(x) Interim Partial Payments for Equitable Adjustments to Construction Contracts.-- ``(1) Request for an equitable adjustment.--A small business concern that was awarded a construction contract by an agency may submit a request for an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer of such agency if the contracting officer directs a change in the terms of the contract performance without the agreement of the small business concern. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(3) Limitation.--Any interim partial payment made under this section may not be deemed to be an action to definitize the request for an equitable adjustment. A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. (b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) October 1, 2024.

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, 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 ``Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) In General.--Section 15 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (x) as subsection (y); and (2) by inserting after subsection (w) the following new subsection: ``(x) Interim Partial Payments for Equitable Adjustments to Construction Contracts.-- ``(1) Request for an equitable adjustment.--A small business concern that was awarded a construction contract by an agency may submit a request for an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer of such agency if the contracting officer directs a change in the terms of the contract performance without the agreement of the small business concern. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(3) Limitation.--Any interim partial payment made under this section may not be deemed to be an action to definitize the request for an equitable adjustment. ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. (b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) October 1, 2024. <all>

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, 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 ``Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. (a) In General.--Section 15 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsection (x) as subsection (y); and (2) by inserting after subsection (w) the following new subsection: ``(x) Interim Partial Payments for Equitable Adjustments to Construction Contracts.-- ``(1) Request for an equitable adjustment.--A small business concern that was awarded a construction contract by an agency may submit a request for an equitable adjustment to the contracting officer of such agency if the contracting officer directs a change in the terms of the contract performance without the agreement of the small business concern. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(3) Limitation.--Any interim partial payment made under this section may not be deemed to be an action to definitize the request for an equitable adjustment. ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. (b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) October 1, 2024. <all>

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. ( b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. ( b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. ( b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. ( b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). A first tier subcontractor that receives a portion of an interim partial payment under this section shall pay to a subcontractor (at any tier) the appropriate portion of such payment.''. ( b) Implementation.--The Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the requirements of this section not later than the earlier of the following dates: (1) The first day of the first full fiscal year beginning after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Small Business Act to provide interim partial payment to small business contractors that request an equitable adjustment due to a change in the terms of a construction contract, and for other purposes. Such request shall-- ``(A) be timely made pursuant to the terms of the contract; and ``(B) specify the estimated amount required to cover additional costs resulting from such change in the terms. ``(2) Amount.--Upon receipt of a request for equitable adjustment from a small business concern under paragraph (1), the agency shall provide to such concern an interim partial payment in an amount equal to not less than 50 percent of the estimated amount under paragraph (1)(B). ``(4) Flow-down of interim partial payment amounts.--A small business concern that receives an equitable adjustment under this subsection shall pay to a first tier subcontractor of such concern the portion of each interim partial payment received that is attributable to the increased costs of performance incurred by such subcontractor due to the change in the terms of the contract performance described in paragraph (1).

H.R.5907

Agriculture and Food

Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act This bill makes rural communities with up to 30,000 residents eligible to apply, under certain conditions, for grants and loans for water and waste disposal infrastructure. (Current law limits eligibility to communities with 10,000 or fewer residents.) In making the grants and loans, the Department of Agriculture must prioritize communities in counties where at least 20% of the population has persistently lived in poverty.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. 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 ``Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO PROVIDE WATER AND WASTE FACILITY DIRECT LOANS AND GRANTS TO COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER POPULATIONS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. (a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. (2) Persistent poverty county.--In subsection (a), the term ``persistent poverty county'' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Authorization.--Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926(a)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (6) the following: ``(7)(A) In the making of direct loans and grants for community waste disposal and water facilities under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, using any funds made available to the State in which the communities are located for the direct loans or grants for the fiscal year that remain available after June 30 of the fiscal year-- ``(i) section 343(a)(13)(B) shall be applied by substituting `not less than 10,000 and not more than 30,000 inhabitants' for `no more than 10,000 inhabitants'; and ``(ii) the Secretary shall prioritize the making of the direct loans and grants to communities in persistent poverty counties. ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''. <all>

Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances.

Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act

Rep. Vela, Filemon

D

TX

This bill makes rural communities with up to 30,000 residents eligible to apply, under certain conditions, for grants and loans for water and waste disposal infrastructure. (Current law limits eligibility to communities with 10,000 or fewer residents.) In making the grants and loans, the Department of Agriculture must prioritize communities in counties where at least 20% of the population has persistently lived in poverty.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. 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 ``Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO PROVIDE WATER AND WASTE FACILITY DIRECT LOANS AND GRANTS TO COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER POPULATIONS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. (a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. (2) Persistent poverty county.--In subsection (a), the term ``persistent poverty county'' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Authorization.--Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926(a)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (6) the following: ``(7)(A) In the making of direct loans and grants for community waste disposal and water facilities under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, using any funds made available to the State in which the communities are located for the direct loans or grants for the fiscal year that remain available after June 30 of the fiscal year-- ``(i) section 343(a)(13)(B) shall be applied by substituting `not less than 10,000 and not more than 30,000 inhabitants' for `no more than 10,000 inhabitants'; and ``(ii) the Secretary shall prioritize the making of the direct loans and grants to communities in persistent poverty counties. ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''. <all>

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. 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 ``Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act''. SEC. AUTHORIZATION TO PROVIDE WATER AND WASTE FACILITY DIRECT LOANS AND GRANTS TO COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER POPULATIONS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. (a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. (2) Persistent poverty county.--In subsection (a), the term ``persistent poverty county'' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Authorization.--Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926(a)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (6) the following: ``(7)(A) In the making of direct loans and grants for community waste disposal and water facilities under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, using any funds made available to the State in which the communities are located for the direct loans or grants for the fiscal year that remain available after June 30 of the fiscal year-- ``(i) section 343(a)(13)(B) shall be applied by substituting `not less than 10,000 and not more than 30,000 inhabitants' for `no more than 10,000 inhabitants'; and ``(ii) the Secretary shall prioritize the making of the direct loans and grants to communities in persistent poverty counties.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. 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 ``Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO PROVIDE WATER AND WASTE FACILITY DIRECT LOANS AND GRANTS TO COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER POPULATIONS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. (a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. (2) Persistent poverty county.--In subsection (a), the term ``persistent poverty county'' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Authorization.--Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926(a)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (6) the following: ``(7)(A) In the making of direct loans and grants for community waste disposal and water facilities under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, using any funds made available to the State in which the communities are located for the direct loans or grants for the fiscal year that remain available after June 30 of the fiscal year-- ``(i) section 343(a)(13)(B) shall be applied by substituting `not less than 10,000 and not more than 30,000 inhabitants' for `no more than 10,000 inhabitants'; and ``(ii) the Secretary shall prioritize the making of the direct loans and grants to communities in persistent poverty counties. ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''. <all>

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. 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 ``Water Infrastructure for Rural and Impoverished Communities Act''. SEC. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO PROVIDE WATER AND WASTE FACILITY DIRECT LOANS AND GRANTS TO COMMUNITIES WITH GREATER POPULATIONS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. (a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. (2) Persistent poverty county.--In subsection (a), the term ``persistent poverty county'' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States. (b) Authorization.--Section 306(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1926(a)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (6) the following: ``(7)(A) In the making of direct loans and grants for community waste disposal and water facilities under paragraphs (1) and (2) of this subsection, using any funds made available to the State in which the communities are located for the direct loans or grants for the fiscal year that remain available after June 30 of the fiscal year-- ``(i) section 343(a)(13)(B) shall be applied by substituting `not less than 10,000 and not more than 30,000 inhabitants' for `no more than 10,000 inhabitants'; and ``(ii) the Secretary shall prioritize the making of the direct loans and grants to communities in persistent poverty counties. ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''. <all>

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

To authorize the provision of water and waste facility direct loans and grants to communities with greater populations under certain circumstances. a) List of Persistent Poverty Counties.-- (1) In general.--Within 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Agriculture shall generate a list of all counties in the United States that are persistent poverty counties. ( ``(B) In subparagraph (A), the term `persistent poverty county' means a county that has had 20 percent or more of its population living in poverty over the past 30 years, as measured by the 1990 and 2000 decennial censuses, and the 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year average, or any territory or possession of the United States.''.

H.R.3228

Public Lands and Natural Resources

This bill addresses coastal flooding, including by directing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to develop a comprehensive suite of products and services with respect to coastal floods, coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes water level, and vertical land motion data.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. AUTHORIZATION OF NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES. (a) In General.--The Administrator shall, in consultation with other Federal agencies, develop within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration a comprehensive suite of coastal flood and coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes bathymetry water level, and vertical land motion data, products, and services, and conduct the research and development necessary to support those products and services that-- (1) augment existing capacities and combine existing observations, modeling, predictions, products and services into a coordinated decision-support framework; (2) produce and maintain authoritative and timely data, maps, and information services, including improving existing and new information products and services targeted to end-user needs, that allow coastal communities across the United States to plan for present and future coastal flood and coastal land loss risk; and (3) engage with, ensure accessibility by, and provide technical assistance to, end users, with particular attention to historically underserved and at risk communities and populations, and also including other Federal agencies, regional ocean partnerships, states, local governments, Tribal governments, and Indigenous communities on the appropriate application of these data and tools and to better assess information gaps, needs, and solutions relating to the risk posed by coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (c) Use of Existing Advisory Committees.--The Administrator may consult with and seek input from existing agency advisory committees to provide recommendations on systems, products, and services relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. (e) International Engagement.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may work with international counterparts to provide and receive technical assistance, data sharing, and capacity building on matters pertaining to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, and inundation, including participation in relevant international bodies. (f) Report.--The Administrator shall, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and every 3 years thereafter, provide the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate with a report on actions taken to implement this Act and containing an evaluation of the need to expand and improve agency observations, modeling, predictions, products, and services to-- (1) improve the understanding of the processes that drive coastal flood and coastal land loss risk, including sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence; and (2) track and report how observed rates of sea level rise compare to the sea level rise trends and predictions published within the quadrennial National Climate Assessments and related reports. (g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. SEC. 2. INTERAGENCY COORDINATION. (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). (b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). (2) Purposes.--The Subcommittee shall-- (A) examine the latest science and technologies for measuring, predicting, and delivering information related to coastal flood and coastal land loss risk, including sea level rise; (B) coordinate executive branch actions and activities that improve measurements, predictions, and service delivery of information related to coastal flood and coastal land loss risk, including sea level rise; (C) identify gaps in observations, data, information, and modeling relating to coastal flood and coastal land loss risk and ensure that agency activities relating to coastal flood and coastal land loss risk are complementary; (D) consult and coordinate with other interagency climate and ocean policy efforts and bodies as appropriate; (E) coordinate the scientific efforts of Federal agencies and the provision of data and technical assistance from such agencies on matters relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss; and (F) define and prioritize needs from other Federal agencies that could be addressed by enhancements to Federal data and services, including National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration products and services. (3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. (4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (B) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (C) The United States Geological Survey. (D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. (F) The Environmental Protection Agency. (G) The Department of Defense. (H) The Department of Energy. (I) The National Science Foundation. (J) Such other White House offices and Federal agencies the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy determines appropriate. (5) Agreements.-- (A) In general.--To carry out activities under this Act, the heads of agencies represented on the committee may enter into agreements with each other, and transfer, receive, and expend funds made available by a Federal or State agency or any person. (B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. (C) United states geological survey and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.--The Director of the United States Geological Survey and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development, quality control, processing, and delivery of coastal hazards and sea level rise related data, modeling, mapping, and services in accordance with this Act. (6) International, academic community, and commercial sector collaboration.--The heads of each Federal agency participating in the Subcommittee established under paragraph (1) shall, to the extent practicable, engage and cooperate with the international community, academic community, and commercial sector on the observational infrastructure, data, scientific research, and service delivery and technical assistance necessary to advance the monitoring, forecasting, and prediction of, preparation for, and protection from coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. (c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Union Calendar No. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No. 117-572, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

National Coastal Resilience Data and Services Act

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence.

National Coastal Resilience Data and Services Act

Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M.

D

NY

This bill addresses coastal flooding, including by directing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to develop a comprehensive suite of products and services with respect to coastal floods, coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes water level, and vertical land motion data.

AUTHORIZATION OF NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES. (a) In General.--The Administrator shall, in consultation with other Federal agencies, develop within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration a comprehensive suite of coastal flood and coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes bathymetry water level, and vertical land motion data, products, and services, and conduct the research and development necessary to support those products and services that-- (1) augment existing capacities and combine existing observations, modeling, predictions, products and services into a coordinated decision-support framework; (2) produce and maintain authoritative and timely data, maps, and information services, including improving existing and new information products and services targeted to end-user needs, that allow coastal communities across the United States to plan for present and future coastal flood and coastal land loss risk; and (3) engage with, ensure accessibility by, and provide technical assistance to, end users, with particular attention to historically underserved and at risk communities and populations, and also including other Federal agencies, regional ocean partnerships, states, local governments, Tribal governments, and Indigenous communities on the appropriate application of these data and tools and to better assess information gaps, needs, and solutions relating to the risk posed by coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. (e) International Engagement.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may work with international counterparts to provide and receive technical assistance, data sharing, and capacity building on matters pertaining to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, and inundation, including participation in relevant international bodies. SEC. 2. (b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). (B) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (C) The United States Geological Survey. (F) The Environmental Protection Agency. (G) The Department of Defense. (H) The Department of Energy. (I) The National Science Foundation. (J) Such other White House offices and Federal agencies the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy determines appropriate. Union Calendar No. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No. 117-572, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

AUTHORIZATION OF NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES. (b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. 2. (b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). (C) The United States Geological Survey. (I) The National Science Foundation.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. AUTHORIZATION OF NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES. (a) In General.--The Administrator shall, in consultation with other Federal agencies, develop within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration a comprehensive suite of coastal flood and coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes bathymetry water level, and vertical land motion data, products, and services, and conduct the research and development necessary to support those products and services that-- (1) augment existing capacities and combine existing observations, modeling, predictions, products and services into a coordinated decision-support framework; (2) produce and maintain authoritative and timely data, maps, and information services, including improving existing and new information products and services targeted to end-user needs, that allow coastal communities across the United States to plan for present and future coastal flood and coastal land loss risk; and (3) engage with, ensure accessibility by, and provide technical assistance to, end users, with particular attention to historically underserved and at risk communities and populations, and also including other Federal agencies, regional ocean partnerships, states, local governments, Tribal governments, and Indigenous communities on the appropriate application of these data and tools and to better assess information gaps, needs, and solutions relating to the risk posed by coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. (e) International Engagement.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may work with international counterparts to provide and receive technical assistance, data sharing, and capacity building on matters pertaining to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, and inundation, including participation in relevant international bodies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. SEC. 2. INTERAGENCY COORDINATION. (b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). (B) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (C) The United States Geological Survey. (D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. (F) The Environmental Protection Agency. (G) The Department of Defense. (H) The Department of Energy. (I) The National Science Foundation. (J) Such other White House offices and Federal agencies the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy determines appropriate. (C) United states geological survey and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.--The Director of the United States Geological Survey and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development, quality control, processing, and delivery of coastal hazards and sea level rise related data, modeling, mapping, and services in accordance with this Act. (6) International, academic community, and commercial sector collaboration.--The heads of each Federal agency participating in the Subcommittee established under paragraph (1) shall, to the extent practicable, engage and cooperate with the international community, academic community, and commercial sector on the observational infrastructure, data, scientific research, and service delivery and technical assistance necessary to advance the monitoring, forecasting, and prediction of, preparation for, and protection from coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Union Calendar No. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No. 117-572, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. AUTHORIZATION OF NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION ACTIVITIES. (a) In General.--The Administrator shall, in consultation with other Federal agencies, develop within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration a comprehensive suite of coastal flood and coastal land loss, sea level rise, Great Lakes bathymetry water level, and vertical land motion data, products, and services, and conduct the research and development necessary to support those products and services that-- (1) augment existing capacities and combine existing observations, modeling, predictions, products and services into a coordinated decision-support framework; (2) produce and maintain authoritative and timely data, maps, and information services, including improving existing and new information products and services targeted to end-user needs, that allow coastal communities across the United States to plan for present and future coastal flood and coastal land loss risk; and (3) engage with, ensure accessibility by, and provide technical assistance to, end users, with particular attention to historically underserved and at risk communities and populations, and also including other Federal agencies, regional ocean partnerships, states, local governments, Tribal governments, and Indigenous communities on the appropriate application of these data and tools and to better assess information gaps, needs, and solutions relating to the risk posed by coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (c) Use of Existing Advisory Committees.--The Administrator may consult with and seek input from existing agency advisory committees to provide recommendations on systems, products, and services relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. (e) International Engagement.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may work with international counterparts to provide and receive technical assistance, data sharing, and capacity building on matters pertaining to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, and inundation, including participation in relevant international bodies. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. SEC. 2. INTERAGENCY COORDINATION. (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). (b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). (4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (B) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration. (C) The United States Geological Survey. (D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. (F) The Environmental Protection Agency. (G) The Department of Defense. (H) The Department of Energy. (I) The National Science Foundation. (J) Such other White House offices and Federal agencies the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy determines appropriate. (5) Agreements.-- (A) In general.--To carry out activities under this Act, the heads of agencies represented on the committee may enter into agreements with each other, and transfer, receive, and expend funds made available by a Federal or State agency or any person. (C) United states geological survey and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.--The Director of the United States Geological Survey and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development, quality control, processing, and delivery of coastal hazards and sea level rise related data, modeling, mapping, and services in accordance with this Act. (6) International, academic community, and commercial sector collaboration.--The heads of each Federal agency participating in the Subcommittee established under paragraph (1) shall, to the extent practicable, engage and cooperate with the international community, academic community, and commercial sector on the observational infrastructure, data, scientific research, and service delivery and technical assistance necessary to advance the monitoring, forecasting, and prediction of, preparation for, and protection from coastal flooding and coastal land loss, sea level rise, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Union Calendar No. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No. 117-572, Part I] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (c) Use of Existing Advisory Committees.--The Administrator may consult with and seek input from existing agency advisory committees to provide recommendations on systems, products, and services relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. ( d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). 3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. ( D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. ( (H) The Department of Energy. ( B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. ( (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( 4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. ( H) The Department of Energy. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. ( (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( 4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. ( H) The Department of Energy. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (c) Use of Existing Advisory Committees.--The Administrator may consult with and seek input from existing agency advisory committees to provide recommendations on systems, products, and services relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. ( d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). 3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. ( D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. ( (H) The Department of Energy. ( B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. ( (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( 4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. ( H) The Department of Energy. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. (c) Use of Existing Advisory Committees.--The Administrator may consult with and seek input from existing agency advisory committees to provide recommendations on systems, products, and services relating to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise. ( d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( b) Coastal Flooding, Coastal Land Loss, and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the President, acting through the appropriate interagency committee or task force, shall establish an interagency subcommittee on coastal flooding, coastal land loss, and sea level rise (referred to in this section as the ``Subcommittee''). 3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. ( D) The United States Army Corps of Engineers. ( (H) The Department of Energy. ( B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 413 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 3228 [Report No.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. ( (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( 4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. ( H) The Department of Energy. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( ( h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. ( 3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. ( ( B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. b) Data Archiving.--The Administrator shall publish and maintain archives of the data and metadata generated under this Act and shall maximize distribution, access, and use of such data and metadata. ( (d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( g) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (a) In General.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the Administrator, shall-- (1) facilitate interagency cooperation and alignment of Federal Government activities conducted with respect to coastal flooding and coastal land loss, including sea level rise, to improve the ability of the United States to prepare for, avoid, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potentially devastating impacts; and (2) coordinate the activities of the interagency subcommittee established under subsection (b). ( 4) Membership.--The Subcommittee shall be composed of representatives of each of the following agencies: (A) The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. ( (E) The Federal Emergency Management Administration. ( H) The Department of Energy. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

To direct the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to improve science, data, and services that enable sound decision making in response to coastal flood risk, including impacts of sea level rise, storm events, changing Great Lakes water levels, and land subsidence. d) Technical Assistance to Other Federal Agencies.--To assist in carrying out this Act and to facilitate collaboration, the Administrator may provide technical assistance to other Federal agencies on a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis, including by entering into an agreement with another Federal agency to detail, for a period of not more than 3 years, an employee of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to such other Federal agency. ( ( h) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out this Section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026. ( 3) Leadership.--The Subcommittee shall be co-chaired by the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and the Administrator. ( ( B) National aeronautics and space administration and national oceanic and atmospheric administration.-- The Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Administrator shall enter into an interagency agreement providing for cooperation and collaboration in the development of sea level rise and coastal flood and coastal land loss related instruments, technologies, data sets, and products in accordance with this Act. ( c) Administrator.--In this section, the term ``Administrator'' means the Secretary of Commerce, acting through the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

S.1522

Crime and Law Enforcement

Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021 This bill allows a qualified individual to carry a concealed handgun into or possess a concealed handgun in another state that allows its residents to carry concealed firearms. A qualified individual must (1) be eligible to possess, transport, or receive a firearm under federal law; (2) carry a valid photo identification document; and (3) carry a valid state-issued concealed carry permit, or be eligible to carry a concealed firearm in his or her state of residence.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. 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 ``Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECIPROCITY FOR THE CARRYING OF CERTAIN CONCEALED FIREARMS. (a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. 926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms ``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any provision of the law of any State or political subdivision thereof to the contrary-- ``(1) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and a valid license or permit which is issued pursuant to the law of a State and which permits the individual to carry a concealed firearm, may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes; and ``(2) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and is entitled and not prohibited from carrying a concealed firearm in the State in which the individual resides otherwise than as described in paragraph (1), may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. ``(c) Unrestricted License or Permit.--In a State that allows the issuing authority for licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms to impose restrictions on the carrying of firearms by individual holders of such licenses or permits, an individual carrying a concealed handgun under this section shall be permitted to carry a concealed handgun according to the same terms authorized by an unrestricted license of or permit issued to a resident of the State. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to preempt any provision of State law with respect to the issuance of licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. <all>

Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021

A bill to allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.

Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021

Sen. Cornyn, John

R

TX

This bill allows a qualified individual to carry a concealed handgun into or possess a concealed handgun in another state that allows its residents to carry concealed firearms. A qualified individual must (1) be eligible to possess, transport, or receive a firearm under federal law; (2) carry a valid photo identification document; and (3) carry a valid state-issued concealed carry permit, or be eligible to carry a concealed firearm in his or her state of residence.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. RECIPROCITY FOR THE CARRYING OF CERTAIN CONCEALED FIREARMS. (a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. 926D. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. ``(c) Unrestricted License or Permit.--In a State that allows the issuing authority for licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms to impose restrictions on the carrying of firearms by individual holders of such licenses or permits, an individual carrying a concealed handgun under this section shall be permitted to carry a concealed handgun according to the same terms authorized by an unrestricted license of or permit issued to a resident of the State. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. RECIPROCITY FOR THE CARRYING OF CERTAIN CONCEALED FIREARMS. (a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. 926D. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. ``(c) Unrestricted License or Permit.--In a State that allows the issuing authority for licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms to impose restrictions on the carrying of firearms by individual holders of such licenses or permits, an individual carrying a concealed handgun under this section shall be permitted to carry a concealed handgun according to the same terms authorized by an unrestricted license of or permit issued to a resident of the State. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. 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 ``Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECIPROCITY FOR THE CARRYING OF CERTAIN CONCEALED FIREARMS. (a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. 926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms ``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any provision of the law of any State or political subdivision thereof to the contrary-- ``(1) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and a valid license or permit which is issued pursuant to the law of a State and which permits the individual to carry a concealed firearm, may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes; and ``(2) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and is entitled and not prohibited from carrying a concealed firearm in the State in which the individual resides otherwise than as described in paragraph (1), may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. ``(c) Unrestricted License or Permit.--In a State that allows the issuing authority for licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms to impose restrictions on the carrying of firearms by individual holders of such licenses or permits, an individual carrying a concealed handgun under this section shall be permitted to carry a concealed handgun according to the same terms authorized by an unrestricted license of or permit issued to a resident of the State. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to preempt any provision of State law with respect to the issuance of licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. <all>

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. 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 ``Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECIPROCITY FOR THE CARRYING OF CERTAIN CONCEALED FIREARMS. (a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. 926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms ``(a) In General.--Notwithstanding any provision of the law of any State or political subdivision thereof to the contrary-- ``(1) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and a valid license or permit which is issued pursuant to the law of a State and which permits the individual to carry a concealed firearm, may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes; and ``(2) an individual who is not prohibited by Federal law from possessing, transporting, shipping, or receiving a firearm, and who is carrying a government-issued photographic identification document and is entitled and not prohibited from carrying a concealed firearm in the State in which the individual resides otherwise than as described in paragraph (1), may possess or carry a concealed handgun (other than a machinegun or destructive device) that has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce in any State other than the State of residence of the individual that-- ``(A) has a statute that allows residents of the State to obtain licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms; or ``(B) does not prohibit the carrying of concealed firearms by residents of the State for lawful purposes. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. ``(c) Unrestricted License or Permit.--In a State that allows the issuing authority for licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms to impose restrictions on the carrying of firearms by individual holders of such licenses or permits, an individual carrying a concealed handgun under this section shall be permitted to carry a concealed handgun according to the same terms authorized by an unrestricted license of or permit issued to a resident of the State. ``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to preempt any provision of State law with respect to the issuance of licenses or permits to carry concealed firearms.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. (d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act. <all>

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (

To allow reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms. a) In General.--Chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 926C the following: ``Sec. ``(b) Conditions and Limitations.--The possession or carrying of a concealed handgun in a State under this section shall be subject to the same conditions and limitations, except as to eligibility to possess or carry, imposed by or under Federal or State law or the law of a political subdivision of a State, that apply to the possession or carrying of a concealed handgun by residents of the State or political subdivision who are licensed by the State or political subdivision to do so, or not prohibited by the State from doing so. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 926C the following: ``926D. Reciprocity for the carrying of certain concealed firearms.''. (c) Severability.--Notwithstanding any other provision of this Act, if any provision of this Act, or any amendment made by this Act, or the application of such provision or amendment to any person or circumstance is held to be unconstitutional, this Act and amendments made by this Act and the application of such provision or amendment to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. ( d) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this Act shall take effect 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

S.1220

Armed Forces and National Security

United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021 This bill recognizes service as a member of the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps between July 1, 1943, and December 31, 1948, as active duty service. The active duty designation entitles qualifying individuals to certain benefits afforded to veterans, such as burial benefits (not including interment at Arlington National Cemetery) and honorary veteran status. Under the bill, the Department of Defense (DOD) must issue individuals who served in the corps during the specified period a discharge from their service under honorable conditions if such a discharge is warranted based on the duration and nature of the service. Such individuals are not entitled to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits aside from those related to burials and memorials. The bill also authorizes DOD to produce a service medal or other commendation, memorial plaque, or grave marker to honor the individuals.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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 ``United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECOGNITION AND HONORING OF SERVICE OF INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED IN UNITED STATES CADET NURSE CORPS DURING WORLD WAR II. Section 106 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1)(A) Service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, of any individual who was honorably discharged therefrom pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall be considered active duty for purposes of eligibility and entitlement to benefits under chapters 23 and 24 of this title (including with respect to headstones and markers), other than such benefits relating to the interment of the individual in Arlington National Cemetery provided solely by reason of such service. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(ii) A discharge under clause (i) shall designate the date of discharge. The date of discharge shall be the date, as determined by the Secretary, of the termination of service of the individual concerned as described in that clause. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''. <all>

United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes.

United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth

D

MA

This bill recognizes service as a member of the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps between July 1, 1943, and December 31, 1948, as active duty service. The active duty designation entitles qualifying individuals to certain benefits afforded to veterans, such as burial benefits (not including interment at Arlington National Cemetery) and honorary veteran status. Under the bill, the Department of Defense (DOD) must issue individuals who served in the corps during the specified period a discharge from their service under honorable conditions if such a discharge is warranted based on the duration and nature of the service. Such individuals are not entitled to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits aside from those related to burials and memorials. The bill also authorizes DOD to produce a service medal or other commendation, memorial plaque, or grave marker to honor the individuals.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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 ``United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECOGNITION AND HONORING OF SERVICE OF INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED IN UNITED STATES CADET NURSE CORPS DURING WORLD WAR II. Section 106 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1)(A) Service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, of any individual who was honorably discharged therefrom pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall be considered active duty for purposes of eligibility and entitlement to benefits under chapters 23 and 24 of this title (including with respect to headstones and markers), other than such benefits relating to the interment of the individual in Arlington National Cemetery provided solely by reason of such service. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(ii) A discharge under clause (i) shall designate the date of discharge. The date of discharge shall be the date, as determined by the Secretary, of the termination of service of the individual concerned as described in that clause. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''. <all>

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 ``United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECOGNITION AND HONORING OF SERVICE OF INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED IN UNITED STATES CADET NURSE CORPS DURING WORLD WAR II. Section 106 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1)(A) Service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, of any individual who was honorably discharged therefrom pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall be considered active duty for purposes of eligibility and entitlement to benefits under chapters 23 and 24 of this title (including with respect to headstones and markers), other than such benefits relating to the interment of the individual in Arlington National Cemetery provided solely by reason of such service. ``(ii) A discharge under clause (i) shall designate the date of discharge. The date of discharge shall be the date, as determined by the Secretary, of the termination of service of the individual concerned as described in that clause. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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 ``United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECOGNITION AND HONORING OF SERVICE OF INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED IN UNITED STATES CADET NURSE CORPS DURING WORLD WAR II. Section 106 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1)(A) Service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, of any individual who was honorably discharged therefrom pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall be considered active duty for purposes of eligibility and entitlement to benefits under chapters 23 and 24 of this title (including with respect to headstones and markers), other than such benefits relating to the interment of the individual in Arlington National Cemetery provided solely by reason of such service. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(ii) A discharge under clause (i) shall designate the date of discharge. The date of discharge shall be the date, as determined by the Secretary, of the termination of service of the individual concerned as described in that clause. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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 ``United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RECOGNITION AND HONORING OF SERVICE OF INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVED IN UNITED STATES CADET NURSE CORPS DURING WORLD WAR II. Section 106 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g)(1)(A) Service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, of any individual who was honorably discharged therefrom pursuant to subparagraph (B) shall be considered active duty for purposes of eligibility and entitlement to benefits under chapters 23 and 24 of this title (including with respect to headstones and markers), other than such benefits relating to the interment of the individual in Arlington National Cemetery provided solely by reason of such service. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(ii) A discharge under clause (i) shall designate the date of discharge. The date of discharge shall be the date, as determined by the Secretary, of the termination of service of the individual concerned as described in that clause. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''. <all>

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A).

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A).

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A).

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A).

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, and for other purposes. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A). ``(3) The Secretary of Defense may design and produce a service medal or other commendation, or memorial plaque or grave marker, to honor individuals who receive a discharge under paragraph (1)(B).''.

To amend title 38, United States Code, to recognize and honor the service of individuals who served in the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, 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. ``(B)(i) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall issue to each individual who served as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps during the period beginning on July 1, 1943, and ending on December 31, 1948, a discharge from such service under honorable conditions if the Secretary determines that the nature and duration of the service of the individual so warrants. ``(2) An individual who receives a discharge under paragraph (1)(B) for service as a member of the United States Cadet Nurse Corps shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled by reason of such service to any benefit under a law administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, except as provided in paragraph (1)(A).

H.R.643

Immigration

Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act This bill prohibits a state from receiving certain federal law enforcement grants if it takes certain immigration-related actions. Specifically, a state may not receive such grants if it (1) issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, or (2) prohibits a local or state government entity or official from sharing immigration enforcement information with the Department of Homeland Security.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with 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 ``Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Edward byrne memorial justice assistance grant program funds.--The term ``Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds''-- (A) means a grant 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.); and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (2) Immigration enforcement information.--The term ``immigration enforcement information'' means-- (A) information relating to the citizenship or immigration status of any individual; and (B) the date, time, and location of the release of any individual from detention, jail, or a prison facility. (3) 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). SEC. 3. EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. (a) Prohibition.--The following States shall be subject to subsection (b): (1) Any State that issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. (2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. (b) Penalty.--A State described in subsection (a) shall-- (1) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(1), not later than 30 days after the date on which a driver license is issued to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; (2) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(2), not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; and (3) be ineligible to receive Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds until the date on which the State institutes a law or policy that-- (A) prohibits the issuance of a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States; and (B) permits a local or State government entity or official to collect and send to and receive from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. <all>

Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government.

Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act

Rep. Buck, Ken

R

CO

This bill prohibits a state from receiving certain federal law enforcement grants if it takes certain immigration-related actions. Specifically, a state may not receive such grants if it (1) issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, or (2) prohibits a local or state government entity or official from sharing immigration enforcement information with the Department of Homeland Security.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with 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 ``Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Edward byrne memorial justice assistance grant program funds.--The term ``Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds''-- (A) means a grant 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. ); and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (2) Immigration enforcement information.--The term ``immigration enforcement information'' means-- (A) information relating to the citizenship or immigration status of any individual; and (B) the date, time, and location of the release of any individual from detention, jail, or a prison facility. 10251). SEC. 3. EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. (a) Prohibition.--The following States shall be subject to subsection (b): (1) Any State that issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. (2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. (b) Penalty.--A State described in subsection (a) shall-- (1) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(1), not later than 30 days after the date on which a driver license is issued to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; (2) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(2), not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; and (3) be ineligible to receive Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds until the date on which the State institutes a law or policy that-- (A) prohibits the issuance of a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States; and (B) permits a local or State government entity or official to collect and send to and receive from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with 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. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Edward byrne memorial justice assistance grant program funds.--The term ``Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds''-- (A) means a grant 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. 10156(d)). (2) Immigration enforcement information.--The term ``immigration enforcement information'' means-- (A) information relating to the citizenship or immigration status of any individual; and (B) the date, time, and location of the release of any individual from detention, jail, or a prison facility. 10251). SEC. 3. (a) Prohibition.--The following States shall be subject to subsection (b): (1) Any State that issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. (2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with 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 ``Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Edward byrne memorial justice assistance grant program funds.--The term ``Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds''-- (A) means a grant 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.); and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (2) Immigration enforcement information.--The term ``immigration enforcement information'' means-- (A) information relating to the citizenship or immigration status of any individual; and (B) the date, time, and location of the release of any individual from detention, jail, or a prison facility. (3) 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). SEC. 3. EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. (a) Prohibition.--The following States shall be subject to subsection (b): (1) Any State that issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. (2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. (b) Penalty.--A State described in subsection (a) shall-- (1) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(1), not later than 30 days after the date on which a driver license is issued to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; (2) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(2), not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; and (3) be ineligible to receive Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds until the date on which the State institutes a law or policy that-- (A) prohibits the issuance of a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States; and (B) permits a local or State government entity or official to collect and send to and receive from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. <all>

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with 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 ``Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Edward byrne memorial justice assistance grant program funds.--The term ``Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds''-- (A) means a grant 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.); and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (2) Immigration enforcement information.--The term ``immigration enforcement information'' means-- (A) information relating to the citizenship or immigration status of any individual; and (B) the date, time, and location of the release of any individual from detention, jail, or a prison facility. (3) 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). SEC. 3. EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. (a) Prohibition.--The following States shall be subject to subsection (b): (1) Any State that issues a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. (2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. (b) Penalty.--A State described in subsection (a) shall-- (1) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(1), not later than 30 days after the date on which a driver license is issued to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; (2) in the case of a State described in subsection (a)(2), not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, return to the Treasury of the United States any unobligated Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds; and (3) be ineligible to receive Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program funds until the date on which the State institutes a law or policy that-- (A) prohibits the issuance of a driver license to an individual who does not have proof of United States citizenship or lawful presence in the United States; and (B) permits a local or State government entity or official to collect and send to and receive from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information. <all>

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). ( EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. ( 2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). ( EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. ( 2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). ( EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. ( 2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). ( EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. ( 2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). (

To restrict certain Federal grants for States that grant driver licenses to illegal immigrants and fail to share information about criminal aliens with the Federal Government. and (B) includes a grant made directly to a unit of local government within a State under section 505(d) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10156(d)). ( EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT RESTRICTION FOR STATES THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAW. ( 2) Any State that prohibits or restricts a local or State government entity or official from collecting or sending to or receiving from the Department of Homeland Security immigration enforcement information.

S.2380

Transportation and Public Works

Tristan's Law This bill allocates a portion of National Priority Safety Program funds for efforts to increase the safety of frozen dessert truck patrons. (The program provides grants to states to address selected priorities to reduce highway deaths and injuries.) In particular, the Department of Transportation (DOT) must award grants to states for implementing laws and regulations that require frozen dessert trucks to have signal lamps, stop signal arms, and other safety features. DOT must also study pedestrian injuries and fatalities related to frozen dessert trucks and ways to prevent and reduce such harms. Based on the study, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration must issue guidance on methods to improve the safety of frozen dessert trucks and their patrons.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. 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 ``Tristan's Law''. SEC. 2. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO INCREASE SAFETY OF FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK PATRONS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that-- (1) in 2016, more than 20 percent of the 1,233 children killed in traffic crashes were pedestrians; (2) frozen dessert trucks present a very specific hazard for children; (3) in approaching, or departing from, a frozen dessert truck-- (A) children may pay little attention to traffic; and (B) the truck may screen the children from driver visibility; (4) States and units of local government have issued ordinances to modify the behavior of drivers in the vicinity of frozen dessert trucks to reduce speeds and improve the safety of children approaching, or departing from, the trucks; (5) requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before passing a frozen dessert truck that is stopped to vend can reduce safety threats posed to children; (6) requiring frozen dessert trucks to be equipped with flashing signal lamps, a stop signal arm, a convex mirror, and a front crossing arm can reduce safety threats posed to children visiting the trucks; and (7) the Federal Government can play a role in reducing pedestrian injuries associated with frozen dessert truck operations. (b) National Priority Safety Programs Reservation of Funds.-- Section 405 of title 23, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (7), by striking ``5 percent'' and inserting ``4 percent''; (B) in paragraph (8)-- (i) by striking ``through (7)'' and inserting ``through (8)''; and (ii) by striking ``through (h)'' and inserting ``through (i)''; (C) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (10) as paragraphs (9) through (11), respectively; and (D) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) Safety of frozen dessert truck patrons.--In each fiscal year, 1 percent of the funds provided under this section shall be allocated among States that adopt and implement laws to increase the safety of frozen dessert truck patrons (as described in subsection (i)).''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(3) Frozen dessert truck equipment.--For purposes of paragraph (2), a frozen dessert truck shall be equipped with each of the following: ``(A) Signal lamps.--1 or more signal lamps that-- ``(i) are mounted-- ``(I) at the same level; and ``(II) as high on the frozen dessert truck, and as widely spaced laterally, as is practicable; ``(ii) are not less than 5, and not more than 7, inches in diameter; and ``(iii) display 2 alternately flashing red lights visible at a distance of not less than 500 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway. ``(B) Stop signal arm.-- ``(i) In general.--A stop signal arm-- ``(I) that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(II) when extended-- ``(aa) the side nearest the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 7.25 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(bb) the side farthest from the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 18 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side nearest the frozen dessert truck; ``(cc) the 2 sides of which shall be 18 inches apart, creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape; and ``(dd) the bottom of which shall be approximately 42 inches above the street; ``(III) the outside corners of which-- ``(aa) when extended, feature 2 alternately flashing red lights, each of which shall be-- ``(AA) not less than 3, and not more than 5, inches in diameter; and ``(BB) visible at a distance of not less than 300 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway; and ``(bb) are rounded to conform to the shape of the lights described in item (aa); and ``(IV) both sides of which shall feature-- ``(aa) a red, reflectorized background; and ``(bb) a legend described in clause (ii). ``(ii) Description of legend.--A legend referred to in clause (i)(IV)(bb) is a legend in which-- ``(I) the word `STOP' appears in 6- inch-high white letters, not to exceed 4 inches in length, in the middle of the stop signal arm; ``(II) above the word `STOP', the phrase `IF SAFE' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; ``(III) below the word `STOP', the phrase `THEN GO' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; and ``(IV) the colors (including the colors of the background) conform to the requirements described in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways published by the Federal Highway Administration. ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(D) Front crossing arm.--A front crossing arm-- ``(i) that is-- ``(I) attached to the front bumper of the frozen dessert truck; and ``(II) hinged from the right side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(ii) the bottom of which shall be not less than 16, and not more than 20, inches above the street; ``(iii) that is-- ``(I) made of any durable material; and ``(II) covered with yellow or white reflective material; and ``(iv) that extends-- ``(I) in conjunction with the stop signal arm described in subparagraph (B); ``(II) when extended outward in front of the frozen dessert truck, not less than 4, and not more than 6, feet parallel to the street; and ``(III) when retracted against the front of the frozen dessert truck, not past the width of the frozen dessert truck on the left side of the frozen dessert truck operator. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(5) Study.-- ``(A) In general.--The Secretary shall conduct a study of-- ``(i) the extent of pedestrian injuries and fatalities relating to frozen dessert trucks, including the percentage of those injuries and fatalities experienced by children; ``(ii) potential countermeasures to modify the behavior of drivers in the vicinity of frozen dessert trucks to reduce speeds and improve safety when children approach the frozen dessert trucks; and ``(iii) the feasibility of requiring operators of frozen dessert trucks not to stop or park the frozen dessert trucks to vend to a child in any location at which the child would be required to cross a highway to approach the frozen dessert truck. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''. <all>

Tristan's Law

A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks.

Tristan's Law

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard

D

CT

This bill allocates a portion of National Priority Safety Program funds for efforts to increase the safety of frozen dessert truck patrons. (The program provides grants to states to address selected priorities to reduce highway deaths and injuries.) In particular, the Department of Transportation (DOT) must award grants to states for implementing laws and regulations that require frozen dessert trucks to have signal lamps, stop signal arms, and other safety features. DOT must also study pedestrian injuries and fatalities related to frozen dessert trucks and ways to prevent and reduce such harms. Based on the study, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration must issue guidance on methods to improve the safety of frozen dessert trucks and their patrons.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO INCREASE SAFETY OF FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK PATRONS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that-- (1) in 2016, more than 20 percent of the 1,233 children killed in traffic crashes were pedestrians; (2) frozen dessert trucks present a very specific hazard for children; (3) in approaching, or departing from, a frozen dessert truck-- (A) children may pay little attention to traffic; and (B) the truck may screen the children from driver visibility; (4) States and units of local government have issued ordinances to modify the behavior of drivers in the vicinity of frozen dessert trucks to reduce speeds and improve the safety of children approaching, or departing from, the trucks; (5) requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before passing a frozen dessert truck that is stopped to vend can reduce safety threats posed to children; (6) requiring frozen dessert trucks to be equipped with flashing signal lamps, a stop signal arm, a convex mirror, and a front crossing arm can reduce safety threats posed to children visiting the trucks; and (7) the Federal Government can play a role in reducing pedestrian injuries associated with frozen dessert truck operations. ``(B) Stop signal arm.-- ``(i) In general.--A stop signal arm-- ``(I) that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(II) when extended-- ``(aa) the side nearest the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 7.25 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(bb) the side farthest from the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 18 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side nearest the frozen dessert truck; ``(cc) the 2 sides of which shall be 18 inches apart, creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape; and ``(dd) the bottom of which shall be approximately 42 inches above the street; ``(III) the outside corners of which-- ``(aa) when extended, feature 2 alternately flashing red lights, each of which shall be-- ``(AA) not less than 3, and not more than 5, inches in diameter; and ``(BB) visible at a distance of not less than 300 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway; and ``(bb) are rounded to conform to the shape of the lights described in item (aa); and ``(IV) both sides of which shall feature-- ``(aa) a red, reflectorized background; and ``(bb) a legend described in clause (ii). ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO INCREASE SAFETY OF FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK PATRONS. ``(B) Stop signal arm.-- ``(i) In general.--A stop signal arm-- ``(I) that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(II) when extended-- ``(aa) the side nearest the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 7.25 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(bb) the side farthest from the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 18 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side nearest the frozen dessert truck; ``(cc) the 2 sides of which shall be 18 inches apart, creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape; and ``(dd) the bottom of which shall be approximately 42 inches above the street; ``(III) the outside corners of which-- ``(aa) when extended, feature 2 alternately flashing red lights, each of which shall be-- ``(AA) not less than 3, and not more than 5, inches in diameter; and ``(BB) visible at a distance of not less than 300 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway; and ``(bb) are rounded to conform to the shape of the lights described in item (aa); and ``(IV) both sides of which shall feature-- ``(aa) a red, reflectorized background; and ``(bb) a legend described in clause (ii).

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO INCREASE SAFETY OF FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK PATRONS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that-- (1) in 2016, more than 20 percent of the 1,233 children killed in traffic crashes were pedestrians; (2) frozen dessert trucks present a very specific hazard for children; (3) in approaching, or departing from, a frozen dessert truck-- (A) children may pay little attention to traffic; and (B) the truck may screen the children from driver visibility; (4) States and units of local government have issued ordinances to modify the behavior of drivers in the vicinity of frozen dessert trucks to reduce speeds and improve the safety of children approaching, or departing from, the trucks; (5) requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before passing a frozen dessert truck that is stopped to vend can reduce safety threats posed to children; (6) requiring frozen dessert trucks to be equipped with flashing signal lamps, a stop signal arm, a convex mirror, and a front crossing arm can reduce safety threats posed to children visiting the trucks; and (7) the Federal Government can play a role in reducing pedestrian injuries associated with frozen dessert truck operations. (b) National Priority Safety Programs Reservation of Funds.-- Section 405 of title 23, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (7), by striking ``5 percent'' and inserting ``4 percent''; (B) in paragraph (8)-- (i) by striking ``through (7)'' and inserting ``through (8)''; and (ii) by striking ``through (h)'' and inserting ``through (i)''; (C) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (10) as paragraphs (9) through (11), respectively; and (D) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) Safety of frozen dessert truck patrons.--In each fiscal year, 1 percent of the funds provided under this section shall be allocated among States that adopt and implement laws to increase the safety of frozen dessert truck patrons (as described in subsection (i)). ``(B) Stop signal arm.-- ``(i) In general.--A stop signal arm-- ``(I) that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(II) when extended-- ``(aa) the side nearest the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 7.25 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(bb) the side farthest from the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 18 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side nearest the frozen dessert truck; ``(cc) the 2 sides of which shall be 18 inches apart, creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape; and ``(dd) the bottom of which shall be approximately 42 inches above the street; ``(III) the outside corners of which-- ``(aa) when extended, feature 2 alternately flashing red lights, each of which shall be-- ``(AA) not less than 3, and not more than 5, inches in diameter; and ``(BB) visible at a distance of not less than 300 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway; and ``(bb) are rounded to conform to the shape of the lights described in item (aa); and ``(IV) both sides of which shall feature-- ``(aa) a red, reflectorized background; and ``(bb) a legend described in clause (ii). ``(ii) Description of legend.--A legend referred to in clause (i)(IV)(bb) is a legend in which-- ``(I) the word `STOP' appears in 6- inch-high white letters, not to exceed 4 inches in length, in the middle of the stop signal arm; ``(II) above the word `STOP', the phrase `IF SAFE' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; ``(III) below the word `STOP', the phrase `THEN GO' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; and ``(IV) the colors (including the colors of the background) conform to the requirements described in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways published by the Federal Highway Administration. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

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 ``Tristan's Law''. SEC. 2. RESERVATION OF FUNDS TO INCREASE SAFETY OF FROZEN DESSERT TRUCK PATRONS. (a) Findings.--Congress finds that-- (1) in 2016, more than 20 percent of the 1,233 children killed in traffic crashes were pedestrians; (2) frozen dessert trucks present a very specific hazard for children; (3) in approaching, or departing from, a frozen dessert truck-- (A) children may pay little attention to traffic; and (B) the truck may screen the children from driver visibility; (4) States and units of local government have issued ordinances to modify the behavior of drivers in the vicinity of frozen dessert trucks to reduce speeds and improve the safety of children approaching, or departing from, the trucks; (5) requiring drivers to come to a complete stop before passing a frozen dessert truck that is stopped to vend can reduce safety threats posed to children; (6) requiring frozen dessert trucks to be equipped with flashing signal lamps, a stop signal arm, a convex mirror, and a front crossing arm can reduce safety threats posed to children visiting the trucks; and (7) the Federal Government can play a role in reducing pedestrian injuries associated with frozen dessert truck operations. (b) National Priority Safety Programs Reservation of Funds.-- Section 405 of title 23, United States Code, is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in paragraph (7), by striking ``5 percent'' and inserting ``4 percent''; (B) in paragraph (8)-- (i) by striking ``through (7)'' and inserting ``through (8)''; and (ii) by striking ``through (h)'' and inserting ``through (i)''; (C) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (10) as paragraphs (9) through (11), respectively; and (D) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) Safety of frozen dessert truck patrons.--In each fiscal year, 1 percent of the funds provided under this section shall be allocated among States that adopt and implement laws to increase the safety of frozen dessert truck patrons (as described in subsection (i)). ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(B) Stop signal arm.-- ``(i) In general.--A stop signal arm-- ``(I) that can be extended horizontally from the left side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(II) when extended-- ``(aa) the side nearest the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 7.25 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side of the frozen dessert truck; ``(bb) the side farthest from the frozen dessert truck of which shall be-- ``(AA) 18 inches long; and ``(BB) parallel to the side nearest the frozen dessert truck; ``(cc) the 2 sides of which shall be 18 inches apart, creating a symmetrical, trapezoidal shape; and ``(dd) the bottom of which shall be approximately 42 inches above the street; ``(III) the outside corners of which-- ``(aa) when extended, feature 2 alternately flashing red lights, each of which shall be-- ``(AA) not less than 3, and not more than 5, inches in diameter; and ``(BB) visible at a distance of not less than 300 feet, to the front and rear of the frozen dessert truck, in normal sunlight on a straight, level highway; and ``(bb) are rounded to conform to the shape of the lights described in item (aa); and ``(IV) both sides of which shall feature-- ``(aa) a red, reflectorized background; and ``(bb) a legend described in clause (ii). ``(ii) Description of legend.--A legend referred to in clause (i)(IV)(bb) is a legend in which-- ``(I) the word `STOP' appears in 6- inch-high white letters, not to exceed 4 inches in length, in the middle of the stop signal arm; ``(II) above the word `STOP', the phrase `IF SAFE' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; ``(III) below the word `STOP', the phrase `THEN GO' appears in 2-inch-high white letters, not to exceed 1.75 inches in length; and ``(IV) the colors (including the colors of the background) conform to the requirements described in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways published by the Federal Highway Administration. ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. ''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

To amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of children purchasing food items from frozen dessert trucks. This Act may be cited as the ``Tristan's Law''. and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(i) Safety of Frozen Dessert Truck Patrons.-- ``(1) Definition of frozen dessert truck.--In this subsection, the term `frozen dessert truck' means a motor vehicle in which 1 or more frozen desserts (within the meaning of part 135 of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations (or successor regulations)) are carried on the highway for purposes of retail sale from a door or window of the motor vehicle to an individual consumer at any location. ``(2) General authority.--Subject to the requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall award grants to States for the purpose of establishing and implementing laws (including regulations) that require frozen dessert trucks to be equipped as described in paragraph (3). ``(C) Mirror.--A convex mirror mounted on the front of the frozen dessert truck in a manner that ensures that the operator of the frozen dessert truck, when sitting in a normal operating seating position, is capable of seeing the area in front of the frozen dessert truck that, absent the mirror, would be obscured by the hood of the frozen dessert truck. ``(4) Grant amount.--The allocation of grant funds to a State under this subsection for a fiscal year shall be in proportion to the apportionment of the State under section 402 for fiscal year 2009. ``(B) Countermeasures for states.--Based on the results of the study under subparagraph (A), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, shall issue guidance for State highway safety officers relating to methods of improving the safety of frozen dessert trucks and frozen dessert truck patrons. ``(C) Report.--The Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study under subparagraph (A).''.

H.R.2022

Immigration

Asylum Abuse Reduction Act This bill places restrictions on aliens seeking asylum and contains provisions related to immigration enforcement. Under this bill, an asylum seeker who arrives at a U.S. land port of entry without entry documents may not be admitted unless an asylum officer at a U.S. embassy or consulate has interviewed the alien and has concluded that the alien (1) has been persecuted in the alien's country of nationality due to their race, religion, or other characteristics; (2) has a credible fear of persecution if they returned to that country; or (3) would be tortured by the government upon return to that country. (Currently, an alien arriving at a port of entry may apply for asylum and an immigration officer there typically will give the alien a credible fear interview.) Furthermore, an alien who traveled through a third country to enter the United States through the southern border shall be ineligible for asylum unless (1) the alien has applied for and been denied asylum or protection in that third country, (2) the alien was a victim of severe human trafficking, or (3) the third country is not party to certain international agreements relating to refugees. Each federal judicial district shall appoint at least one judge to issue arrest warrants for individuals violating orders to depart, upon a showing of probable cause. Under this bill, the Flores agreement (a lawsuit settlement which imposes various requirements relating to the treatment of alien minors detained for immigration-related purposes) shall not apply.

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, 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 ``Asylum Abuse Reduction Act''. SEC. 2. ASYLUM INTERVIEWS. (a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. (b) Credible Fear Screenings.--An alien described in subsection (a) may only be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum if an asylum officer stationed at a United States embassy or consulate-- (1) has conducted an in-person or telephonic interview with the alien; and (2) as a result of such interview, has concluded that the alien-- (A)(i) has been persecuted in the alien's country of nationality on account of the alien's race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion; (ii) has a credible fear of persecution (as defined in section 235(b)(1)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(B))) if the alien returned to such country; or (iii) would be subject to torture by a government or public official acting under the color of law if the alien returned to his or her country of nationality; and (B) is otherwise eligible for asylum under section 208(a) of that Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)). SEC. 3. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply if-- ``(I)(aa) the alien demonstrates that he or she applied for protection from persecution or torture in one or more countries (other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien) through which the alien transited on the way to the United States; and ``(bb) the alien received a final judgment denying the alien protection in such country; ``(II) the alien demonstrates that he or she is or has been subject to a severe form of trafficking in persons; or ``(III) the one or more countries through which the alien transited on the way to the United States were not, at the time of the transit, parties to-- ``(aa) the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at Geneva July 28, 1951 (as made applicable by the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at New York January 31, 1967 (19 UST 6223)); or ``(bb) the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. SEC. 4. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). (b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) that has been in existence 90 days or more shall constitute prima facie evidence of probable cause to issue a warrant under subsection (a). SEC. 5. INAPPLICABILITY OF FLORES SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO ALIENS SUBJECT TO DETENTION. The stipulated settlement agreement filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on January 17, 1997 (CV 85-4544-RJK) (commonly known as the ``Flores settlement agreement''), shall not apply to the detention and custody of aliens subject to detention in the United States under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.). <all>

Asylum Abuse Reduction Act

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes.

Asylum Abuse Reduction Act

Rep. Hern, Kevin

R

OK

This bill places restrictions on aliens seeking asylum and contains provisions related to immigration enforcement. Under this bill, an asylum seeker who arrives at a U.S. land port of entry without entry documents may not be admitted unless an asylum officer at a U.S. embassy or consulate has interviewed the alien and has concluded that the alien (1) has been persecuted in the alien's country of nationality due to their race, religion, or other characteristics; (2) has a credible fear of persecution if they returned to that country; or (3) would be tortured by the government upon return to that country. (Currently, an alien arriving at a port of entry may apply for asylum and an immigration officer there typically will give the alien a credible fear interview.) Furthermore, an alien who traveled through a third country to enter the United States through the southern border shall be ineligible for asylum unless (1) the alien has applied for and been denied asylum or protection in that third country, (2) the alien was a victim of severe human trafficking, or (3) the third country is not party to certain international agreements relating to refugees. Each federal judicial district shall appoint at least one judge to issue arrest warrants for individuals violating orders to depart, upon a showing of probable cause. Under this bill, the Flores agreement (a lawsuit settlement which imposes various requirements relating to the treatment of alien minors detained for immigration-related purposes) shall not apply.

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, 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 ``Asylum Abuse Reduction Act''. ASYLUM INTERVIEWS. (a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. 1158(a)). 3. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply if-- ``(I)(aa) the alien demonstrates that he or she applied for protection from persecution or torture in one or more countries (other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien) through which the alien transited on the way to the United States; and ``(bb) the alien received a final judgment denying the alien protection in such country; ``(II) the alien demonstrates that he or she is or has been subject to a severe form of trafficking in persons; or ``(III) the one or more countries through which the alien transited on the way to the United States were not, at the time of the transit, parties to-- ``(aa) the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at Geneva July 28, 1951 (as made applicable by the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at New York January 31, 1967 (19 UST 6223)); or ``(bb) the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984. 4. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). 1101 et seq.) that has been in existence 90 days or more shall constitute prima facie evidence of probable cause to issue a warrant under subsection (a). SEC. 5. INAPPLICABILITY OF FLORES SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO ALIENS SUBJECT TO DETENTION.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Asylum Abuse Reduction Act''. ASYLUM INTERVIEWS. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. 1158(a)). 3. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply if-- ``(I)(aa) the alien demonstrates that he or she applied for protection from persecution or torture in one or more countries (other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien) through which the alien transited on the way to the United States; and ``(bb) the alien received a final judgment denying the alien protection in such country; ``(II) the alien demonstrates that he or she is or has been subject to a severe form of trafficking in persons; or ``(III) the one or more countries through which the alien transited on the way to the United States were not, at the time of the transit, parties to-- ``(aa) the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at Geneva July 28, 1951 (as made applicable by the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at New York January 31, 1967 (19 UST 6223)); or ``(bb) the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984. 4. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. 1101 et seq.) that has been in existence 90 days or more shall constitute prima facie evidence of probable cause to issue a warrant under subsection (a). SEC. 5. INAPPLICABILITY OF FLORES SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO ALIENS SUBJECT TO DETENTION.

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, 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 ``Asylum Abuse Reduction Act''. ASYLUM INTERVIEWS. (a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. 1225(b)(1)(B))) if the alien returned to such country; or (iii) would be subject to torture by a government or public official acting under the color of law if the alien returned to his or her country of nationality; and (B) is otherwise eligible for asylum under section 208(a) of that Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)). 3. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply if-- ``(I)(aa) the alien demonstrates that he or she applied for protection from persecution or torture in one or more countries (other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien) through which the alien transited on the way to the United States; and ``(bb) the alien received a final judgment denying the alien protection in such country; ``(II) the alien demonstrates that he or she is or has been subject to a severe form of trafficking in persons; or ``(III) the one or more countries through which the alien transited on the way to the United States were not, at the time of the transit, parties to-- ``(aa) the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at Geneva July 28, 1951 (as made applicable by the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at New York January 31, 1967 (19 UST 6223)); or ``(bb) the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. 4. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). (b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) that has been in existence 90 days or more shall constitute prima facie evidence of probable cause to issue a warrant under subsection (a). SEC. 5. INAPPLICABILITY OF FLORES SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO ALIENS SUBJECT TO DETENTION. The stipulated settlement agreement filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on January 17, 1997 (CV 85-4544-RJK) (commonly known as the ``Flores settlement agreement''), shall not apply to the detention and custody of aliens subject to detention in the United States under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C.

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, 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 ``Asylum Abuse Reduction Act''. SEC. 2. ASYLUM INTERVIEWS. (a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. (b) Credible Fear Screenings.--An alien described in subsection (a) may only be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum if an asylum officer stationed at a United States embassy or consulate-- (1) has conducted an in-person or telephonic interview with the alien; and (2) as a result of such interview, has concluded that the alien-- (A)(i) has been persecuted in the alien's country of nationality on account of the alien's race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion; (ii) has a credible fear of persecution (as defined in section 235(b)(1)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)(B))) if the alien returned to such country; or (iii) would be subject to torture by a government or public official acting under the color of law if the alien returned to his or her country of nationality; and (B) is otherwise eligible for asylum under section 208(a) of that Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)). SEC. 3. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(ii) Exceptions.--Clause (i) shall not apply if-- ``(I)(aa) the alien demonstrates that he or she applied for protection from persecution or torture in one or more countries (other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien) through which the alien transited on the way to the United States; and ``(bb) the alien received a final judgment denying the alien protection in such country; ``(II) the alien demonstrates that he or she is or has been subject to a severe form of trafficking in persons; or ``(III) the one or more countries through which the alien transited on the way to the United States were not, at the time of the transit, parties to-- ``(aa) the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at Geneva July 28, 1951 (as made applicable by the Protocol Relating to the Status of Refugees, done at New York January 31, 1967 (19 UST 6223)); or ``(bb) the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, done at New York December 10, 1984. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. SEC. 4. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). (b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.) that has been in existence 90 days or more shall constitute prima facie evidence of probable cause to issue a warrant under subsection (a). SEC. 5. INAPPLICABILITY OF FLORES SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO ALIENS SUBJECT TO DETENTION. The stipulated settlement agreement filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on January 17, 1997 (CV 85-4544-RJK) (commonly known as the ``Flores settlement agreement''), shall not apply to the detention and custody of aliens subject to detention in the United States under the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.). <all>

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ( 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ( 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ( 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ( 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ASYLUM INELIGIBILITY. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. CRIMINAL BENCH WARRANTS. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. a) Border Crossings.--Notwithstanding section 235(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1225(b)(1)), if an alien who is seeking asylum in the United States attempts to enter the United States from Canada or Mexico at a land port of entry without a valid visa or other appropriate entry document, the immigration officer who is inspecting the alien-- (1) may not admit or parole the alien into the United States; and (2) shall advise the alien to schedule an asylum hearing with the most convenient United States embassy or consulate in Canada or Mexico. ( 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. (a) Issuance.--Each Federal judicial district shall appoint at least 1 magistrate or district court judge who, upon a showing of probable cause, shall issue a warrant of arrest for a violation of section 243(a)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1253(a)(1)). ( b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum, and for other purposes. Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(F) Transit through third country.-- ``(i) In general.--Except as provided in clause (ii), paragraph (1) shall not apply to any alien who, on or after the date of the enactment of this subparagraph, enters, attempts to enter, or arrives in the United States through the Southern land border after transiting through, on the way to the United States, one or more countries other than the country of citizenship, nationality, or last lawful habitual residence of the alien. ``(G) Internal relocation.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an alien interviewed by an asylum officer under section 2(b) of the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act if the asylum officer makes a determination that the alien may avoid purported persecution or torture in the alien's country of nationality by relocating to another part of such country.''. b) Probable Cause.--An order of removal issued under any provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101 et seq.)

H.R.4342

Taxation

Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish and implement a three-year pilot program to provide a guaranteed monthly income to individual taxpayers between the ages of 18-65. HHS must consult with the Internal Revenue Service and certain nonpartisan and nonprofit agencies or academic institutions with expertise in social science experimentation to develop and award income subsidies to eligible taxpayers and to conduct a study on the outcomes of the program.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Too many Americans cannot achieve financial stability due to income volatility, the rising cost of living, wage stagnation, and a lack of affordable housing. (2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. (3) Income volatility, defined as an annual income fluctuation of 25 percent or more, impacts nearly half of the United States population. (4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. There are significant disparities based on race and ethnicity: While only 38 percent of White households report difficulty meeting an unexpected $400 expense, the same is true for more than half of Black and Latinx households. (5) Full-time minimum wage earners cannot afford an average 2-bedroom apartment anywhere in the United States. (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. SEC. 3. GUARANTEED INCOME PILOT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. (b) Income Subsidy.-- (1) Selection of participating eligible individuals.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner selected pursuant to subsection (d), shall develop selection criteria that the Secretary will use to select 12,000 total eligible individuals for participation in the program. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. (3) Monthly distribution of income subsidy.--Each participating eligible individual shall receive the cash payment on the 15th day of each month. (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. (d) External Partner.-- (1) Selection.--The Secretary shall select an external partner to provide assistance with the design, administration, and evaluation of the program. (2) Qualifications.--An organization selected to be the external partner shall have demonstrated experience in-- (A) mixed-methods experimental design; and (B) implementing cash-transfer programs. (3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (4) Data collection.--The external partner shall collect data from participating eligible individuals as necessary to complete the study and reports required under section 4, and to conduct any additional research as the Secretary determines necessary. (e) Disregard of Cash Payments for Purposes of All Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any payment made to participating eligible individuals under this section shall not be taken into account as income, and shall not be taken into account as resources for a period of 12 months from receipt, for purposes of determining the eligibility of such eligible individual (or any other individual) for benefits or assistance (or the amount or extent of benefits or assistance) under any Federal program or any State or local program financed in whole or in part with Federal funds. SEC. 4. STUDY AND REPORT. (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. (b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. (c) Final Report.--Not later than 12 months after the conclusion of the program under section 3, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide a final report on the program to the Congress, including an analysis of-- (1) the effect of the monthly income subsidy provided in section 3 on-- (A) micro-economic outcomes of participating eligible individuals; (B) the health of participating eligible individuals; (C) the social costs of income volatility, including connections with income fluctuation and health, education, employment, childcare, and other outcomes as determined appropriate by the Secretary; and (2) the feasibility of expanding the program under section 3 to include a larger number of participants. SEC. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. (2) Eligible individual.--The term ``eligible individual'' means an individual taxpayer between the ages of 18-65. (3) External partner.--The term ``external partner'' means a non-partisan research agency or a non-profit academic institution with expertise in social science experimentation. (4) Fair market rent.--The term ``fair market rent'' means the applicable fair market rent established under section 8(c) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(c)). (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025. <all>

Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes.

Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021

Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie

D

NJ

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish and implement a three-year pilot program to provide a guaranteed monthly income to individual taxpayers between the ages of 18-65. HHS must consult with the Internal Revenue Service and certain nonpartisan and nonprofit agencies or academic institutions with expertise in social science experimentation to develop and award income subsidies to eligible taxpayers and to conduct a study on the outcomes of the program.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. FINDINGS. (2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. There are significant disparities based on race and ethnicity: While only 38 percent of White households report difficulty meeting an unexpected $400 expense, the same is true for more than half of Black and Latinx households. (5) Full-time minimum wage earners cannot afford an average 2-bedroom apartment anywhere in the United States. (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. 3. GUARANTEED INCOME PILOT PROGRAM. (3) Monthly distribution of income subsidy.--Each participating eligible individual shall receive the cash payment on the 15th day of each month. (d) External Partner.-- (1) Selection.--The Secretary shall select an external partner to provide assistance with the design, administration, and evaluation of the program. (2) Qualifications.--An organization selected to be the external partner shall have demonstrated experience in-- (A) mixed-methods experimental design; and (B) implementing cash-transfer programs. (4) Data collection.--The external partner shall collect data from participating eligible individuals as necessary to complete the study and reports required under section 4, and to conduct any additional research as the Secretary determines necessary. (e) Disregard of Cash Payments for Purposes of All Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any payment made to participating eligible individuals under this section shall not be taken into account as income, and shall not be taken into account as resources for a period of 12 months from receipt, for purposes of determining the eligibility of such eligible individual (or any other individual) for benefits or assistance (or the amount or extent of benefits or assistance) under any Federal program or any State or local program financed in whole or in part with Federal funds. 4. STUDY AND REPORT. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. (2) Eligible individual.--The term ``eligible individual'' means an individual taxpayer between the ages of 18-65. (3) External partner.--The term ``external partner'' means a non-partisan research agency or a non-profit academic institution with expertise in social science experimentation. (4) Fair market rent.--The term ``fair market rent'' means the applicable fair market rent established under section 8(c) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(c)). SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. FINDINGS. (2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. There are significant disparities based on race and ethnicity: While only 38 percent of White households report difficulty meeting an unexpected $400 expense, the same is true for more than half of Black and Latinx households. (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. 3. GUARANTEED INCOME PILOT PROGRAM. (3) Monthly distribution of income subsidy.--Each participating eligible individual shall receive the cash payment on the 15th day of each month. (d) External Partner.-- (1) Selection.--The Secretary shall select an external partner to provide assistance with the design, administration, and evaluation of the program. (e) Disregard of Cash Payments for Purposes of All Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any payment made to participating eligible individuals under this section shall not be taken into account as income, and shall not be taken into account as resources for a period of 12 months from receipt, for purposes of determining the eligibility of such eligible individual (or any other individual) for benefits or assistance (or the amount or extent of benefits or assistance) under any Federal program or any State or local program financed in whole or in part with Federal funds. 4. STUDY AND REPORT. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. (2) Eligible individual.--The term ``eligible individual'' means an individual taxpayer between the ages of 18-65. (4) Fair market rent.--The term ``fair market rent'' means the applicable fair market rent established under section 8(c) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(c)). SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Too many Americans cannot achieve financial stability due to income volatility, the rising cost of living, wage stagnation, and a lack of affordable housing. (2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. (3) Income volatility, defined as an annual income fluctuation of 25 percent or more, impacts nearly half of the United States population. (4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. There are significant disparities based on race and ethnicity: While only 38 percent of White households report difficulty meeting an unexpected $400 expense, the same is true for more than half of Black and Latinx households. (5) Full-time minimum wage earners cannot afford an average 2-bedroom apartment anywhere in the United States. (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. 3. GUARANTEED INCOME PILOT PROGRAM. (3) Monthly distribution of income subsidy.--Each participating eligible individual shall receive the cash payment on the 15th day of each month. (d) External Partner.-- (1) Selection.--The Secretary shall select an external partner to provide assistance with the design, administration, and evaluation of the program. (2) Qualifications.--An organization selected to be the external partner shall have demonstrated experience in-- (A) mixed-methods experimental design; and (B) implementing cash-transfer programs. (3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (4) Data collection.--The external partner shall collect data from participating eligible individuals as necessary to complete the study and reports required under section 4, and to conduct any additional research as the Secretary determines necessary. (e) Disregard of Cash Payments for Purposes of All Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any payment made to participating eligible individuals under this section shall not be taken into account as income, and shall not be taken into account as resources for a period of 12 months from receipt, for purposes of determining the eligibility of such eligible individual (or any other individual) for benefits or assistance (or the amount or extent of benefits or assistance) under any Federal program or any State or local program financed in whole or in part with Federal funds. 4. STUDY AND REPORT. (c) Final Report.--Not later than 12 months after the conclusion of the program under section 3, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide a final report on the program to the Congress, including an analysis of-- (1) the effect of the monthly income subsidy provided in section 3 on-- (A) micro-economic outcomes of participating eligible individuals; (B) the health of participating eligible individuals; (C) the social costs of income volatility, including connections with income fluctuation and health, education, employment, childcare, and other outcomes as determined appropriate by the Secretary; and (2) the feasibility of expanding the program under section 3 to include a larger number of participants. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. (2) Eligible individual.--The term ``eligible individual'' means an individual taxpayer between the ages of 18-65. (3) External partner.--The term ``external partner'' means a non-partisan research agency or a non-profit academic institution with expertise in social science experimentation. (4) Fair market rent.--The term ``fair market rent'' means the applicable fair market rent established under section 8(c) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(c)). SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2021''. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Too many Americans cannot achieve financial stability due to income volatility, the rising cost of living, wage stagnation, and a lack of affordable housing. (2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. (3) Income volatility, defined as an annual income fluctuation of 25 percent or more, impacts nearly half of the United States population. (4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. There are significant disparities based on race and ethnicity: While only 38 percent of White households report difficulty meeting an unexpected $400 expense, the same is true for more than half of Black and Latinx households. (5) Full-time minimum wage earners cannot afford an average 2-bedroom apartment anywhere in the United States. (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. 3. GUARANTEED INCOME PILOT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. (b) Income Subsidy.-- (1) Selection of participating eligible individuals.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner selected pursuant to subsection (d), shall develop selection criteria that the Secretary will use to select 12,000 total eligible individuals for participation in the program. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. (3) Monthly distribution of income subsidy.--Each participating eligible individual shall receive the cash payment on the 15th day of each month. (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. (d) External Partner.-- (1) Selection.--The Secretary shall select an external partner to provide assistance with the design, administration, and evaluation of the program. (2) Qualifications.--An organization selected to be the external partner shall have demonstrated experience in-- (A) mixed-methods experimental design; and (B) implementing cash-transfer programs. (3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (4) Data collection.--The external partner shall collect data from participating eligible individuals as necessary to complete the study and reports required under section 4, and to conduct any additional research as the Secretary determines necessary. (e) Disregard of Cash Payments for Purposes of All Federal and Federally Assisted Programs.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any payment made to participating eligible individuals under this section shall not be taken into account as income, and shall not be taken into account as resources for a period of 12 months from receipt, for purposes of determining the eligibility of such eligible individual (or any other individual) for benefits or assistance (or the amount or extent of benefits or assistance) under any Federal program or any State or local program financed in whole or in part with Federal funds. 4. STUDY AND REPORT. (b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. (c) Final Report.--Not later than 12 months after the conclusion of the program under section 3, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide a final report on the program to the Congress, including an analysis of-- (1) the effect of the monthly income subsidy provided in section 3 on-- (A) micro-economic outcomes of participating eligible individuals; (B) the health of participating eligible individuals; (C) the social costs of income volatility, including connections with income fluctuation and health, education, employment, childcare, and other outcomes as determined appropriate by the Secretary; and (2) the feasibility of expanding the program under section 3 to include a larger number of participants. 5. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. (2) Eligible individual.--The term ``eligible individual'' means an individual taxpayer between the ages of 18-65. (3) External partner.--The term ``external partner'' means a non-partisan research agency or a non-profit academic institution with expertise in social science experimentation. (4) Fair market rent.--The term ``fair market rent'' means the applicable fair market rent established under section 8(c) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(c)). SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. ( (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ( (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( 3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. 6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. ( c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. 6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. ( c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. ( (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ( (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( 3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. 6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. ( c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. ( (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ( (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( 3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. 6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. ( c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. ( (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ( (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( 3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 4) Thirty-six percent of American households indicate that they would face difficulty covering a $400 emergency expense with readily available cash or a checking account. 6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. (2) Amount of income subsidy.--Of the eligible individuals participating in the program, 6,000 shall receive a cash payment each month equal to the fair market rent for a 2- bedroom home in the zip code in which the eligible individual resides, or a substantially similar amount as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner and the external partner. ( c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( (a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

To establish a pilot program providing certain individuals with a guaranteed monthly income, to study the effect of a guaranteed monthly income on such individuals, and for other purposes. 2) Real wages have failed to keep pace with inflation, meaning the purchasing power of American households has not changed in 40 years. ( (6) The changing nature of the economy, including the rise of the gig economy, unemployment risks posed by automation, and the fluctuating nature of waged labor, will result in increased income volatility and prohibit upward economic mobility. a) In General.--The Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue, shall establish and implement a 3- year pilot program (hereinafter referred to as the ``program'') to provide a guaranteed monthly income to certain eligible individuals in accordance with this section. ( (c) Responsibilities of Commissioner of Internal Revenue.--The Commissioner of Internal Revenue shall be responsible for-- (1) providing the Secretary access to tax records to administer and study the program under this section; (2) updating the Secretary and the external partner on changes to the taxable income of a participating eligible individual. ( 3) Confidentiality.--The external partner, and any employee of the external partner, shall be treated as a Federal employee for purposes of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ( a) Study on Pilot Program.--The Secretary, in collaboration with the Commissioner and the external partner, shall conduct a study on outcomes of the program. ( b) Interim Report.--Not later than 24 months after participating eligible individuals have been begun participating in the program, the Secretary, in consultation with the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and the external partner, shall provide an interim report on the program under section 3 to the Congress. In this Act: (1) Commissioner.--The term ``Commissioner'' means the Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. ( 5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act $285,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2022 through 2025.

S.2962

Energy

Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act or the COMPETES Act This bill revises the process of leasing public land for oil and gas development. For example, it requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to issue all onshore oil and gas leasing through a competitive bidding process. Further, the BLM must ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for any land or resources leased and any rights covered by the United States.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, 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 ``Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act'' or the ``COMPETES Act''. SEC. 2. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States that the Secretary of the Interior shall not issue onshore oil and gas leases except through a competitive bidding process. SEC. 3. ELIMINATION OF NONCOMPETITIVE LEASING UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT. (a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States.''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1)(A)-- (i) in the first sentence, by striking ``paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection'' and inserting ``paragraph (2)''; and (ii) by striking the last sentence; and (B) by striking paragraph (3); (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Additional Rounds of Competitive Bidding.--Land made available for leasing under subsection (b)(1) for which no bid is accepted or received, or the land for which a lease terminates, expires, is cancelled, or is relinquished, may be made available by the Secretary of the Interior for a new round of competitive bidding under that subsection.''; and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 188) is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)(1), in the first sentence, by striking ``or section 17(c) of this Act''; (2) in subsection (e)-- (A) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by striking ``either''; and (ii) by striking ``or the inclusion'' and all that follows through ``, all''; and (B) in paragraph (3)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon; (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); and (iii) by striking ``(3)(A) payment'' and inserting the following: ``(3) payment''; (3) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as a competitive'' and all that follows through ``of this Act'' and inserting ``in the same manner as the original lease issued pursuant to section 17''; (B) by striking paragraph (2); (C) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively; and (D) in paragraph (2) (as so redesignated), by striking ``applicable to leases issued under subsection 17(c) of this Act (30 U.S.C. 226(c)) except,'' and inserting ``except''; (4) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsections (d) and (f) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (d)''; (5) in subsection (i), by striking ``(i)(1) In acting'' and all that follows through ``of this section'' in paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(i) Royalty Reduction in Reinstated Leases.--In acting on a petition for reinstatement pursuant to subsection (d)''; (6) by striking subsection (f); and (7) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as subsections (f) through (i), respectively. <all>

COMPETES Act

A bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes.

COMPETES Act Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act

Sen. Hickenlooper, John W.

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This bill revises the process of leasing public land for oil and gas development. For example, it requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to issue all onshore oil and gas leasing through a competitive bidding process. Further, the BLM must ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for any land or resources leased and any rights covered by 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 ``Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act'' or the ``COMPETES Act''. 2. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States that the Secretary of the Interior shall not issue onshore oil and gas leases except through a competitive bidding process. SEC. 3. ELIMINATION OF NONCOMPETITIVE LEASING UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 188) is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)(1), in the first sentence, by striking ``or section 17(c) of this Act''; (2) in subsection (e)-- (A) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by striking ``either''; and (ii) by striking ``or the inclusion'' and all that follows through ``, all''; and (B) in paragraph (3)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon; (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); and (iii) by striking ``(3)(A) payment'' and inserting the following: ``(3) payment''; (3) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as a competitive'' and all that follows through ``of this Act'' and inserting ``in the same manner as the original lease issued pursuant to section 17''; (B) by striking paragraph (2); (C) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively; and (D) in paragraph (2) (as so redesignated), by striking ``applicable to leases issued under subsection 17(c) of this Act (30 U.S.C. 226(c)) except,'' and inserting ``except''; (4) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsections (d) and (f) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (d)''; (5) in subsection (i), by striking ``(i)(1) In acting'' and all that follows through ``of this section'' in paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(i) Royalty Reduction in Reinstated Leases.--In acting on a petition for reinstatement pursuant to subsection (d)''; (6) by striking subsection (f); and (7) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as subsections (f) through (i), respectively.

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 ``Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act'' or the ``COMPETES Act''. 2. It is the policy of the United States that the Secretary of the Interior shall not issue onshore oil and gas leases except through a competitive bidding process. SEC. 3. ELIMINATION OF NONCOMPETITIVE LEASING UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226(c)) except,'' and inserting ``except''; (4) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsections (d) and (f) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (d)''; (5) in subsection (i), by striking ``(i)(1) In acting'' and all that follows through ``of this section'' in paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(i) Royalty Reduction in Reinstated Leases.--In acting on a petition for reinstatement pursuant to subsection (d)''; (6) by striking subsection (f); and (7) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as subsections (f) through (i), respectively.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, 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 ``Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act'' or the ``COMPETES Act''. SEC. 2. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States that the Secretary of the Interior shall not issue onshore oil and gas leases except through a competitive bidding process. SEC. 3. ELIMINATION OF NONCOMPETITIVE LEASING UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT. (a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States.''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1)(A)-- (i) in the first sentence, by striking ``paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection'' and inserting ``paragraph (2)''; and (ii) by striking the last sentence; and (B) by striking paragraph (3); (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Additional Rounds of Competitive Bidding.--Land made available for leasing under subsection (b)(1) for which no bid is accepted or received, or the land for which a lease terminates, expires, is cancelled, or is relinquished, may be made available by the Secretary of the Interior for a new round of competitive bidding under that subsection.''; and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 188) is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)(1), in the first sentence, by striking ``or section 17(c) of this Act''; (2) in subsection (e)-- (A) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by striking ``either''; and (ii) by striking ``or the inclusion'' and all that follows through ``, all''; and (B) in paragraph (3)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon; (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); and (iii) by striking ``(3)(A) payment'' and inserting the following: ``(3) payment''; (3) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as a competitive'' and all that follows through ``of this Act'' and inserting ``in the same manner as the original lease issued pursuant to section 17''; (B) by striking paragraph (2); (C) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively; and (D) in paragraph (2) (as so redesignated), by striking ``applicable to leases issued under subsection 17(c) of this Act (30 U.S.C. 226(c)) except,'' and inserting ``except''; (4) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsections (d) and (f) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (d)''; (5) in subsection (i), by striking ``(i)(1) In acting'' and all that follows through ``of this section'' in paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(i) Royalty Reduction in Reinstated Leases.--In acting on a petition for reinstatement pursuant to subsection (d)''; (6) by striking subsection (f); and (7) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as subsections (f) through (i), respectively. <all>

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, 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 ``Competitive Onshore Mineral Policy via Eliminating Taxpayer-Enabled Speculation Act'' or the ``COMPETES Act''. SEC. 2. STATEMENT OF POLICY. It is the policy of the United States that the Secretary of the Interior shall not issue onshore oil and gas leases except through a competitive bidding process. SEC. 3. ELIMINATION OF NONCOMPETITIVE LEASING UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT. (a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States.''; (2) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1)(A)-- (i) in the first sentence, by striking ``paragraphs (2) and (3) of this subsection'' and inserting ``paragraph (2)''; and (ii) by striking the last sentence; and (B) by striking paragraph (3); (3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following: ``(c) Additional Rounds of Competitive Bidding.--Land made available for leasing under subsection (b)(1) for which no bid is accepted or received, or the land for which a lease terminates, expires, is cancelled, or is relinquished, may be made available by the Secretary of the Interior for a new round of competitive bidding under that subsection.''; and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 188) is amended-- (1) in subsection (d)(1), in the first sentence, by striking ``or section 17(c) of this Act''; (2) in subsection (e)-- (A) in paragraph (2)-- (i) by striking ``either''; and (ii) by striking ``or the inclusion'' and all that follows through ``, all''; and (B) in paragraph (3)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by adding ``and'' after the semicolon; (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); and (iii) by striking ``(3)(A) payment'' and inserting the following: ``(3) payment''; (3) in subsection (g)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as a competitive'' and all that follows through ``of this Act'' and inserting ``in the same manner as the original lease issued pursuant to section 17''; (B) by striking paragraph (2); (C) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively; and (D) in paragraph (2) (as so redesignated), by striking ``applicable to leases issued under subsection 17(c) of this Act (30 U.S.C. 226(c)) except,'' and inserting ``except''; (4) in subsection (h), by striking ``subsections (d) and (f) of this section'' and inserting ``subsection (d)''; (5) in subsection (i), by striking ``(i)(1) In acting'' and all that follows through ``of this section'' in paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(i) Royalty Reduction in Reinstated Leases.--In acting on a petition for reinstatement pursuant to subsection (d)''; (6) by striking subsection (f); and (7) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as subsections (f) through (i), respectively. <all>

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. ( b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ''; ( ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ''; ( ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. ( b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ''; ( ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. ( b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ''; ( ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. ( b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C.

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. ``(2) Receipt of fair market value.--In conducting leasing activities under this Act, the Secretary shall ensure the receipt by the United States of fair market value for-- ``(A) any land or resources leased by the United States; and ``(B) any rights conveyed by the United States. ''; ( ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. (

To amend the Mineral Leasing Act to ensure market competition in onshore oil and gas leasing, and for other purposes. a) Oil and Gas Leasing.--Section 17 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C. 226) is amended-- (1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following: ``(a) Leasing Authority.-- ``(1) In general.--All land subject to disposition under this Act that is known or believed to contain oil or gas deposits may be leased by the Secretary. and (4) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Term of Lease.-- ``(1) In general.--Any lease issued under this section, including a lease for tar sand areas, shall be for a primary term of 10 years. ``(2) Continuation of lease.--A lease described in paragraph (1) shall continue after the primary term of the lease for any period during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities. ``(3) Additional extensions.--Any lease issued under this section for land on which, or for which under an approved cooperative or unit plan of development or operation, actual drilling operations were commenced prior to the end of the primary term of the lease and are being diligently prosecuted at the time the primary term of the lease ends shall be extended for 2 years and for any period thereafter during which oil or gas is produced in paying quantities.''. ( b) Conforming Amendments.--Section 31 of the Mineral Leasing Act (30 U.S.C.

H.R.6217

Commerce

Expanding Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act This bill establishes rules related to the authorization of lending institutions (including banks, small business lending companies, non-federally regulated lenders, and non-depository lending institutions) to make loans under the 7(a) Program of the Small Business Administration (SBA). Under the 7(a) Program, the SBA provides business loans and loan guaranties to small business borrowers unable to obtain financing elsewhere. Specifically, the SBA must ensure that these lending institutions and other entities (1) provide an independent audit that examines adherence to all applicable federal laws and regulations regarding anti-money laundering, counterterrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and (2) implement a compliance program that is designed to conform with relevant anti-money laundering laws and regulations.

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, 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 Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act''. SEC. 2. LICENSING OF LENDING INSTITUTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(B) Criteria.--In authorizing lending institutions under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall ensure that each such institution-- ``(i) provides an independent audit by a third party or internal audit department that examines adherence to all applicable Federal laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and ``(ii) has in place a compliance program that conforms with the requirements described in the `Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Examination Manual' of the Financial Institutions Examination Council and other applicable Federal anti-money laundering regulatory guidance, including-- ``(I) an annual financial crimes risk assessment; ``(II) designation of an individual to serve as an anti-money laundering officer; ``(III) a customer identification program; ``(IV) customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence; ``(V) suspicious activity monitoring and reporting; ``(VI) information sharing; ``(VII) record retention; ``(VIII) sanctions implemented by the Office of Foreign Assets Control; ``(IX) annual employee training, including general training and job- specific training; and ``(X) monitoring and testing. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(E) Reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report that includes, with respect to the year preceding the report-- ``(i) the number of lending institutions that applied to make loans under this subsection; ``(ii) the number of such lending institutions that the Administrator approved to make loans under this subsection; ``(iii) the reason for any denial of an application of such a lending institution; ``(iv) the number and total amount of loans made by under this subsection by lending institutions; and ``(v) demographic information on the recipients of the loans described in clause (iv). ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(ii) Lending institution.--The term `lending institution' has the meaning given such term by the Administrator and shall include a small business lending company, a non-Federally regulated lender, a nondepository lending institution, or a bank. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a). <all>

Expanding Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes.

Expanding Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act

Rep. Donalds, Byron

R

FL

This bill establishes rules related to the authorization of lending institutions (including banks, small business lending companies, non-federally regulated lenders, and non-depository lending institutions) to make loans under the 7(a) Program of the Small Business Administration (SBA). Under the 7(a) Program, the SBA provides business loans and loan guaranties to small business borrowers unable to obtain financing elsewhere. Specifically, the SBA must ensure that these lending institutions and other entities (1) provide an independent audit that examines adherence to all applicable federal laws and regulations regarding anti-money laundering, counterterrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and (2) implement a compliance program that is designed to conform with relevant anti-money laundering laws and regulations.

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, 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 Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act''. SEC. 2. LICENSING OF LENDING INSTITUTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. ``(B) Criteria.--In authorizing lending institutions under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall ensure that each such institution-- ``(i) provides an independent audit by a third party or internal audit department that examines adherence to all applicable Federal laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and ``(ii) has in place a compliance program that conforms with the requirements described in the `Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Examination Manual' of the Financial Institutions Examination Council and other applicable Federal anti-money laundering regulatory guidance, including-- ``(I) an annual financial crimes risk assessment; ``(II) designation of an individual to serve as an anti-money laundering officer; ``(III) a customer identification program; ``(IV) customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence; ``(V) suspicious activity monitoring and reporting; ``(VI) information sharing; ``(VII) record retention; ``(VIII) sanctions implemented by the Office of Foreign Assets Control; ``(IX) annual employee training, including general training and job- specific training; and ``(X) monitoring and testing. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(E) Reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report that includes, with respect to the year preceding the report-- ``(i) the number of lending institutions that applied to make loans under this subsection; ``(ii) the number of such lending institutions that the Administrator approved to make loans under this subsection; ``(iii) the reason for any denial of an application of such a lending institution; ``(iv) the number and total amount of loans made by under this subsection by lending institutions; and ``(v) demographic information on the recipients of the loans described in clause (iv). ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, 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 Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act''. SEC. 2. LICENSING OF LENDING INSTITUTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. ``(B) Criteria.--In authorizing lending institutions under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall ensure that each such institution-- ``(i) provides an independent audit by a third party or internal audit department that examines adherence to all applicable Federal laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and ``(ii) has in place a compliance program that conforms with the requirements described in the `Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Examination Manual' of the Financial Institutions Examination Council and other applicable Federal anti-money laundering regulatory guidance, including-- ``(I) an annual financial crimes risk assessment; ``(II) designation of an individual to serve as an anti-money laundering officer; ``(III) a customer identification program; ``(IV) customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence; ``(V) suspicious activity monitoring and reporting; ``(VI) information sharing; ``(VII) record retention; ``(VIII) sanctions implemented by the Office of Foreign Assets Control; ``(IX) annual employee training, including general training and job- specific training; and ``(X) monitoring and testing. ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, 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 Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act''. SEC. 2. LICENSING OF LENDING INSTITUTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(B) Criteria.--In authorizing lending institutions under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall ensure that each such institution-- ``(i) provides an independent audit by a third party or internal audit department that examines adherence to all applicable Federal laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and ``(ii) has in place a compliance program that conforms with the requirements described in the `Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Examination Manual' of the Financial Institutions Examination Council and other applicable Federal anti-money laundering regulatory guidance, including-- ``(I) an annual financial crimes risk assessment; ``(II) designation of an individual to serve as an anti-money laundering officer; ``(III) a customer identification program; ``(IV) customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence; ``(V) suspicious activity monitoring and reporting; ``(VI) information sharing; ``(VII) record retention; ``(VIII) sanctions implemented by the Office of Foreign Assets Control; ``(IX) annual employee training, including general training and job- specific training; and ``(X) monitoring and testing. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(E) Reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report that includes, with respect to the year preceding the report-- ``(i) the number of lending institutions that applied to make loans under this subsection; ``(ii) the number of such lending institutions that the Administrator approved to make loans under this subsection; ``(iii) the reason for any denial of an application of such a lending institution; ``(iv) the number and total amount of loans made by under this subsection by lending institutions; and ``(v) demographic information on the recipients of the loans described in clause (iv). ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(ii) Lending institution.--The term `lending institution' has the meaning given such term by the Administrator and shall include a small business lending company, a non-Federally regulated lender, a nondepository lending institution, or a bank. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a). <all>

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, 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 Access to Affordable Credit for Small Businesses Act''. SEC. 2. LICENSING OF LENDING INSTITUTIONS. (a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(B) Criteria.--In authorizing lending institutions under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall ensure that each such institution-- ``(i) provides an independent audit by a third party or internal audit department that examines adherence to all applicable Federal laws and regulations relating to anti-money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions, and financial crimes; and ``(ii) has in place a compliance program that conforms with the requirements described in the `Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Examination Manual' of the Financial Institutions Examination Council and other applicable Federal anti-money laundering regulatory guidance, including-- ``(I) an annual financial crimes risk assessment; ``(II) designation of an individual to serve as an anti-money laundering officer; ``(III) a customer identification program; ``(IV) customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence; ``(V) suspicious activity monitoring and reporting; ``(VI) information sharing; ``(VII) record retention; ``(VIII) sanctions implemented by the Office of Foreign Assets Control; ``(IX) annual employee training, including general training and job- specific training; and ``(X) monitoring and testing. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(E) Reports.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives a report that includes, with respect to the year preceding the report-- ``(i) the number of lending institutions that applied to make loans under this subsection; ``(ii) the number of such lending institutions that the Administrator approved to make loans under this subsection; ``(iii) the reason for any denial of an application of such a lending institution; ``(iv) the number and total amount of loans made by under this subsection by lending institutions; and ``(v) demographic information on the recipients of the loans described in clause (iv). ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(ii) Lending institution.--The term `lending institution' has the meaning given such term by the Administrator and shall include a small business lending company, a non-Federally regulated lender, a nondepository lending institution, or a bank. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a). <all>

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. (

To authorize the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to license lending institutions to make loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Section 7(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)(17)) is amended to read as follows: ``(17) Licensing of lending institutions.-- ``(A) In general.--The Administration may license lending institutions to make loans authorized under this subsection. ``(C) Prohibition on moratorium.--The Administrator may not impose a moratorium on the licensing of lending institutions described in subparagraph (A). ``(D) New applicants.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, the Administrator shall begin accepting applications for the licensing of lending institutions. ``(F) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to provide authority to the Administrator to regulate small business lending companies, non-Federally regulated lenders, or nondepository lending institutions, or banks. ``(G) Definitions.--In this paragraph: ``(i) Bank.--The term `bank' has the meaning given in section 3 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. ``(iii) Non-federally regulated lender; small business lending company.--The terms `non-Federally regulated lender' and `small business lending company' have the meanings given, respectively, under section 23.''. ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated for the Office of Credit Risk Management of the Small Business Administration such sums as may be necessary to conduct oversight of lending institutions and other entities as described under paragraph (17) of section 7(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 636(a)), as added by subsection (a).

H.R.4358

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act This bill designates a specified segment of the Little Manatee River in Florida for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The Department of the Interior shall complete a study of the Little Manatee River and submit the results to Congress.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, 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 ``Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act''. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION FOR STUDY OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEGMENTS, LITTLE MANATEE RIVER, FLORIDA. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. SEC. 3. STUDY AND REPORT. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. SEC. 4. EFFECT ON MANAGEMENT. This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall not interfere with the current management of the area of the Little Manatee River described in section 5(a)(_) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, nor shall the fact that such area is listed for study under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) be used as justifica- tion for more restrictive management until Congress acts on the study recommendations. Passed the House of Representatives September 20, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.

Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act

Rep. Buchanan, Vern

R

FL

This bill designates a specified segment of the Little Manatee River in Florida for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. The Department of the Interior shall complete a study of the Little Manatee River and submit the results to Congress.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, 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 ``Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act''. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION FOR STUDY OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEGMENTS, LITTLE MANATEE RIVER, FLORIDA. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. SEC. 3. STUDY AND REPORT. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. SEC. 4. EFFECT ON MANAGEMENT. This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall not interfere with the current management of the area of the Little Manatee River described in section 5(a)(_) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, nor shall the fact that such area is listed for study under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) be used as justifica- tion for more restrictive management until Congress acts on the study recommendations. Passed the House of Representatives September 20, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, 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 ``Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act''. 2. DESIGNATION FOR STUDY OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEGMENTS, LITTLE MANATEE RIVER, FLORIDA. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 3. STUDY AND REPORT. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. SEC. 4. EFFECT ON MANAGEMENT. This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall not interfere with the current management of the area of the Little Manatee River described in section 5(a)(_) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, nor shall the fact that such area is listed for study under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) be used as justifica- tion for more restrictive management until Congress acts on the study recommendations. Passed the House of Representatives September 20, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, 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 ``Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act''. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION FOR STUDY OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEGMENTS, LITTLE MANATEE RIVER, FLORIDA. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. SEC. 3. STUDY AND REPORT. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. SEC. 4. EFFECT ON MANAGEMENT. This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall not interfere with the current management of the area of the Little Manatee River described in section 5(a)(_) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, nor shall the fact that such area is listed for study under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) be used as justifica- tion for more restrictive management until Congress acts on the study recommendations. Passed the House of Representatives September 20, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, 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 ``Little Manatee Wild and Scenic River Act''. SEC. 2. DESIGNATION FOR STUDY OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEGMENTS, LITTLE MANATEE RIVER, FLORIDA. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. SEC. 3. STUDY AND REPORT. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. SEC. 4. EFFECT ON MANAGEMENT. This Act and the amendments made by this Act shall not interfere with the current management of the area of the Little Manatee River described in section 5(a)(_) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, nor shall the fact that such area is listed for study under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) be used as justifica- tion for more restrictive management until Congress acts on the study recommendations. Passed the House of Representatives September 20, 2022. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(b) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk. By Kevin F. McCumber, Deputy Clerk.

To amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Little Manatee River as a component of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes. Section 5(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1276(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--The approximately 50-mile segment beginning at the source in southeastern Hillsborough County, Florida, downstream to the point at which the river enters Tampa Bay, including appropriate tributaries, but shall not include-- ``(A) those portions lying within Manatee County, Florida, and being more particularly described as Parcel ID 247800059, Parcel ID 248200008 and Parcel ID 248100000; and ``(B) South Fork.''. 1276(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(__) Little manatee river, florida.--Not later than 3 years after the date on which funds are made available to carry out this paragraph, the Secretary of the Interior shall-- ``(A) complete the study of the Little Manatee River, Florida named in subsection (a)(_); and ``(B) submit to the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate a report that describes the results of the study.''. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

S.622

Taxation

American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 This bill revises the definition of qualifying advanced energy project for purposes of the tax credit for such project. Specifically, the bill expands the definition to include property designed to produce energy from water, property designed to produce energy conservation technologies, light-, medium-, or heavy-duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, certain hybrid vehicles, and manufacturing facilities designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The definition also includes projects located in a census tract in which a coal mine closed after 1999 and in which a coal-fired electric generating unit was retired after 2009, and provides additional credit allocations for projects to retool, expand, or build new facilities that make or recycle energy-related products, and for projects in communities where coal mines have closed or coal-fired electric units have been retired.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. 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 Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. ADJUSTMENT OF QUALIFYING ADVANCED ENERGY PROJECT CREDIT. (a) In General.--Section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by inserting ``, any portion of the qualified investment of which is certified by the Secretary under subsection (d) as eligible for a credit under this section'' after ``means a project'', (ii) in clause (i)-- (I) by striking ``a manufacturing facility for the production of'' and inserting ``an industrial or manufacturing facility for the production or recycling of'', (II) in clause (I), by inserting ``water,'' after ``sun,'', (III) in clause (II), by striking ``an energy storage system for use with electric or hybrid-electric motor vehicles'' and inserting ``energy storage systems and components'', (IV) in clause (III), by striking ``grids to support the transmission of intermittent sources of renewable energy, including storage of such energy'' and inserting ``grid modernization equipment or components'', (V) in subclause (IV), by striking ``and sequester carbon dioxide emissions'' and inserting ``, remove, use, or sequester carbon oxide emissions'', (VI) by striking subclause (V) and inserting the following: ``(V) equipment designed to refine, electrolyze, or blend any fuel, chemical, or product which is-- ``(aa) renewable, or ``(bb) low-carbon and low- emission,'', (VII) by striking subclause (VI), (VIII) by redesignating subclause (VII) as subclause (IX), (IX) by inserting after subclause (V) the following new subclauses: ``(VI) property designed to produce energy conservation technologies (including residential, commercial, and industrial applications), ``(VII) light-, medium-, or heavy- duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, as well as-- ``(aa) technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, and ``(bb) associated charging or refueling infrastructure, ``(VIII) hybrid vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of not less than 14,000 pounds, as well as technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, or'', and (X) in subclause (IX), as so redesignated, by striking ``and'' at the end and inserting ``or'', and (iii) by striking clause (ii) and inserting the following: ``(ii) which re-equips an industrial or manufacturing facility with equipment designed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions well below current best practices through the installation of-- ``(I) low- or zero-carbon process heat systems, ``(II) carbon capture, transport, utilization and storage systems, ``(III) energy efficiency and reduction in waste from industrial processes, or ``(IV) any industrial technology which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, as determined by the Secretary.''. (B) by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C), and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Additional qualifying advanced energy projects.--The term `qualifying advanced energy project' shall also include any project described in subparagraph (A) which is located in a census tract-- ``(i) which, prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021, had no projects which received a certification and allocation of credits under subsection (d), and ``(ii)(I) in which, after December 31, 1999, a coal mine has closed, ``(II) in which, after December 31, 2009, a coal-fired electric generating unit has been retired, or ``(III) which is immediately adjacent to a census tract described in subclause (I) or (II).'', (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1).'', (B) in paragraph (2)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``2- year'' and inserting ``3-year'', (ii) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) by striking ``1 year'' and inserting ``18 months'', and (II) by adding at the end the following new sentence: ``Not later than 180 days after the date on which such evidence was provided by the applicant, the Secretary shall determine whether the requirements of the certification have been met.'', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid.'', (C) in paragraph (3)-- (i) by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following: ``(A) shall take into consideration only those projects-- ``(i) where there is a reasonable expectation of commercial viability, and ``(ii) which will ensure laborers and mechanics employed by contractors and subcontractors in the performance of any qualifying advanced energy project shall be paid wages at rates not less than the prevailing rates on projects of a similar character in the locality as determined by the Secretary of Labor, in accordance with subchapter IV of chapter 31 of title 40, United States Code, and'', and (ii) in subparagraph (B)-- (I) by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting the following: ``(i) will provide the greatest net impact in avoiding or reducing anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases (or, in the case of a project described in subsection (c)(1)(A)(ii), will provide the greatest reduction of greenhouse gas emissions as compared to current best practices), ``(ii) will provide the greatest domestic job creation (both direct and indirect) during the credit period,'', (II) by redesignating clauses (iii) through (v) as clauses (iv) through (vi), respectively, and (III) by inserting after clause (ii) the following new clause: ``(iii) will provide the greatest job creation within the vicinity of the project, particularly with respect to-- ``(I) low-income communities (as described in section 45D(e)), and ``(II) dislocated workers who were previously employed in manufacturing, coal power plants, or coal mining,'', and (D) in paragraph (4)-- (i) by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following: ``(A) Review and report.--Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021, the Secretary shall-- ``(i) review the credits allocated under this section as of such date, and ``(ii) submit a report regarding the allocation of such credits to-- ``(I) the Committee on Finance and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, and ``(II) the Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives.'', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply.'', (3) in subsection (e), by inserting ``45Q,'' after ``section'', and (4) by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(f) Technical Assistance.--For purposes of assisting with applications for certification under subsection (d), the Secretary of Energy shall provide technical assistance to any State (or political subdivision thereof), tribe, or economic development organization which, prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021-- ``(1) had no applicants for certification under such subsection, or ``(2) had less than 2 qualifying advanced energy projects which received an allocation of credits under such subsection.''. (b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2021. <all>

American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit.

American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021

Sen. Manchin, Joe, III

D

WV

This bill revises the definition of qualifying advanced energy project for purposes of the tax credit for such project. Specifically, the bill expands the definition to include property designed to produce energy from water, property designed to produce energy conservation technologies, light-, medium-, or heavy-duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, certain hybrid vehicles, and manufacturing facilities designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The definition also includes projects located in a census tract in which a coal mine closed after 1999 and in which a coal-fired electric generating unit was retired after 2009, and provides additional credit allocations for projects to retool, expand, or build new facilities that make or recycle energy-related products, and for projects in communities where coal mines have closed or coal-fired electric units have been retired.

SHORT TITLE. ADJUSTMENT OF QUALIFYING ADVANCED ENERGY PROJECT CREDIT. (a) In General.--Section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by inserting ``, any portion of the qualified investment of which is certified by the Secretary under subsection (d) as eligible for a credit under this section'' after ``means a project'', (ii) in clause (i)-- (I) by striking ``a manufacturing facility for the production of'' and inserting ``an industrial or manufacturing facility for the production or recycling of'', (II) in clause (I), by inserting ``water,'' after ``sun,'', (III) in clause (II), by striking ``an energy storage system for use with electric or hybrid-electric motor vehicles'' and inserting ``energy storage systems and components'', (IV) in clause (III), by striking ``grids to support the transmission of intermittent sources of renewable energy, including storage of such energy'' and inserting ``grid modernization equipment or components'', (V) in subclause (IV), by striking ``and sequester carbon dioxide emissions'' and inserting ``, remove, use, or sequester carbon oxide emissions'', (VI) by striking subclause (V) and inserting the following: ``(V) equipment designed to refine, electrolyze, or blend any fuel, chemical, or product which is-- ``(aa) renewable, or ``(bb) low-carbon and low- emission,'', (VII) by striking subclause (VI), (VIII) by redesignating subclause (VII) as subclause (IX), (IX) by inserting after subclause (V) the following new subclauses: ``(VI) property designed to produce energy conservation technologies (including residential, commercial, and industrial applications), ``(VII) light-, medium-, or heavy- duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, as well as-- ``(aa) technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, and ``(bb) associated charging or refueling infrastructure, ``(VIII) hybrid vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of not less than 14,000 pounds, as well as technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, or'', and (X) in subclause (IX), as so redesignated, by striking ``and'' at the end and inserting ``or'', and (iii) by striking clause (ii) and inserting the following: ``(ii) which re-equips an industrial or manufacturing facility with equipment designed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions well below current best practices through the installation of-- ``(I) low- or zero-carbon process heat systems, ``(II) carbon capture, transport, utilization and storage systems, ``(III) energy efficiency and reduction in waste from industrial processes, or ``(IV) any industrial technology which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, as determined by the Secretary.''. '', (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000.

ADJUSTMENT OF QUALIFYING ADVANCED ENERGY PROJECT CREDIT. '', (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. ADJUSTMENT OF QUALIFYING ADVANCED ENERGY PROJECT CREDIT. (a) In General.--Section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by inserting ``, any portion of the qualified investment of which is certified by the Secretary under subsection (d) as eligible for a credit under this section'' after ``means a project'', (ii) in clause (i)-- (I) by striking ``a manufacturing facility for the production of'' and inserting ``an industrial or manufacturing facility for the production or recycling of'', (II) in clause (I), by inserting ``water,'' after ``sun,'', (III) in clause (II), by striking ``an energy storage system for use with electric or hybrid-electric motor vehicles'' and inserting ``energy storage systems and components'', (IV) in clause (III), by striking ``grids to support the transmission of intermittent sources of renewable energy, including storage of such energy'' and inserting ``grid modernization equipment or components'', (V) in subclause (IV), by striking ``and sequester carbon dioxide emissions'' and inserting ``, remove, use, or sequester carbon oxide emissions'', (VI) by striking subclause (V) and inserting the following: ``(V) equipment designed to refine, electrolyze, or blend any fuel, chemical, or product which is-- ``(aa) renewable, or ``(bb) low-carbon and low- emission,'', (VII) by striking subclause (VI), (VIII) by redesignating subclause (VII) as subclause (IX), (IX) by inserting after subclause (V) the following new subclauses: ``(VI) property designed to produce energy conservation technologies (including residential, commercial, and industrial applications), ``(VII) light-, medium-, or heavy- duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, as well as-- ``(aa) technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, and ``(bb) associated charging or refueling infrastructure, ``(VIII) hybrid vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of not less than 14,000 pounds, as well as technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, or'', and (X) in subclause (IX), as so redesignated, by striking ``and'' at the end and inserting ``or'', and (iii) by striking clause (ii) and inserting the following: ``(ii) which re-equips an industrial or manufacturing facility with equipment designed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions well below current best practices through the installation of-- ``(I) low- or zero-carbon process heat systems, ``(II) carbon capture, transport, utilization and storage systems, ``(III) energy efficiency and reduction in waste from industrial processes, or ``(IV) any industrial technology which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, as determined by the Secretary.''. (B) by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C), and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Additional qualifying advanced energy projects.--The term `qualifying advanced energy project' shall also include any project described in subparagraph (A) which is located in a census tract-- ``(i) which, prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021, had no projects which received a certification and allocation of credits under subsection (d), and ``(ii)(I) in which, after December 31, 1999, a coal mine has closed, ``(II) in which, after December 31, 2009, a coal-fired electric generating unit has been retired, or ``(III) which is immediately adjacent to a census tract described in subclause (I) or (II). '', (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. ADJUSTMENT OF QUALIFYING ADVANCED ENERGY PROJECT CREDIT. (a) In General.--Section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)(1)-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by inserting ``, any portion of the qualified investment of which is certified by the Secretary under subsection (d) as eligible for a credit under this section'' after ``means a project'', (ii) in clause (i)-- (I) by striking ``a manufacturing facility for the production of'' and inserting ``an industrial or manufacturing facility for the production or recycling of'', (II) in clause (I), by inserting ``water,'' after ``sun,'', (III) in clause (II), by striking ``an energy storage system for use with electric or hybrid-electric motor vehicles'' and inserting ``energy storage systems and components'', (IV) in clause (III), by striking ``grids to support the transmission of intermittent sources of renewable energy, including storage of such energy'' and inserting ``grid modernization equipment or components'', (V) in subclause (IV), by striking ``and sequester carbon dioxide emissions'' and inserting ``, remove, use, or sequester carbon oxide emissions'', (VI) by striking subclause (V) and inserting the following: ``(V) equipment designed to refine, electrolyze, or blend any fuel, chemical, or product which is-- ``(aa) renewable, or ``(bb) low-carbon and low- emission,'', (VII) by striking subclause (VI), (VIII) by redesignating subclause (VII) as subclause (IX), (IX) by inserting after subclause (V) the following new subclauses: ``(VI) property designed to produce energy conservation technologies (including residential, commercial, and industrial applications), ``(VII) light-, medium-, or heavy- duty electric or fuel cell vehicles, as well as-- ``(aa) technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, and ``(bb) associated charging or refueling infrastructure, ``(VIII) hybrid vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of not less than 14,000 pounds, as well as technologies, components, or materials for such vehicles, or'', and (X) in subclause (IX), as so redesignated, by striking ``and'' at the end and inserting ``or'', and (iii) by striking clause (ii) and inserting the following: ``(ii) which re-equips an industrial or manufacturing facility with equipment designed to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions well below current best practices through the installation of-- ``(I) low- or zero-carbon process heat systems, ``(II) carbon capture, transport, utilization and storage systems, ``(III) energy efficiency and reduction in waste from industrial processes, or ``(IV) any industrial technology which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions, as determined by the Secretary.''. (B) by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C), and (C) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Additional qualifying advanced energy projects.--The term `qualifying advanced energy project' shall also include any project described in subparagraph (A) which is located in a census tract-- ``(i) which, prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021, had no projects which received a certification and allocation of credits under subsection (d), and ``(ii)(I) in which, after December 31, 1999, a coal mine has closed, ``(II) in which, after December 31, 2009, a coal-fired electric generating unit has been retired, or ``(III) which is immediately adjacent to a census tract described in subclause (I) or (II). '', (2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( '', and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to enhance the qualifying advanced energy project credit. This Act may be cited as the ``American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021''. 2) in subsection (d)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``this section'' and inserting ``the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021'', and (ii) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following: ``(B) Limitations.-- ``(i) Initial allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program prior to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $2,300,000,000. ``(ii) Additional allocation.--The total amount of credits that may be allocated under the program on or after to the date of enactment of the American Jobs in Energy Manufacturing Act of 2021 shall not exceed $8,000,000,000, of which not greater than $4,000,000,000 may be allocated to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1). '', ( and (iii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Location of project.--In the case of an applicant which receives a certification, if the Secretary determines that the project has been placed in service at a location which is materially different than the location specified in the application for such project, the certification shall no longer be valid. '', and (ii) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Special rule.--For purposes of reallocating credits pursuant to this paragraph, the limitation under paragraph (1)(B)(ii) with respect to allocation of credits to projects which are not located in a census tract described in subparagraph (B) of subsection (c)(1) shall not apply. '', ( b) Authorization of Appropriations.--To carry out subsection (f) of section 48C of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (as added by subsection (a)(4)), there is authorized to be appropriated to the State Energy Program of the Department of Energy, out of moneys in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $500,000, to remain available until expended. (

H.R.3898

Commerce

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act This bill requires manufacturers of internet-connected devices (e.g., smart appliances) that are equipped with a camera or microphone to disclose to consumers that a camera or microphone is part of the device. The bill does not apply to mobile phones, laptops, or other devices that a consumer would reasonably expect to include a camera or microphone.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. 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 ``Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. Each manufacturer of a covered device shall disclose whether the covered device manufactured by the manufacturer contains a camera or microphone as a component of the covered device. SEC. 3. ENFORCEMENT BY THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION. (a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). (b) Actions by the Commission.-- (1) In general.--The Federal Trade Commission shall prevent any person from violating this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act in the same manner, by the same means, and with the same jurisdiction, powers, and duties as though all applicable terms and provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). (c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. (d) Tailored Guidance.--A manufacturer of a covered device may petition the Commission for tailored guidance as to how to meet the requirements of section 2. (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. In any enforcement action brought pursuant to this Act, the Commission shall allege a specific violation of a provision of this Act. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2. SEC. 4. DEFINITION OF COVERED DEVICE. As used in this Act, the term ``covered device''-- (1) means a consumer product, as defined by section 3(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2052(a)) that is capable of connecting to the internet, a component of which is a camera or microphone; and (2) does not include-- (A) a telephone (including a mobile phone), a laptop, tablet, or any device that a consumer would reasonably expect to have a microphone or camera; (B) any device that is specifically marketed as a camera, telecommunications device, or microphone; or (C) any device or apparatus described in sections 255, 716, and 718, and subsections (aa) and (bb) of section 303 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 255; 617; 619; and 303(aa) and (bb)), and any regulations promulgated thereunder. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date. <all>

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices.

Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act

Rep. Curtis, John R.

R

UT

This bill requires manufacturers of internet-connected devices (e.g., smart appliances) that are equipped with a camera or microphone to disclose to consumers that a camera or microphone is part of the device. The bill does not apply to mobile phones, laptops, or other devices that a consumer would reasonably expect to include a camera or microphone.

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 ``Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act''. 2. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. Each manufacturer of a covered device shall disclose whether the covered device manufactured by the manufacturer contains a camera or microphone as a component of the covered device. ENFORCEMENT BY THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION. (a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. (d) Tailored Guidance.--A manufacturer of a covered device may petition the Commission for tailored guidance as to how to meet the requirements of section 2. (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. In any enforcement action brought pursuant to this Act, the Commission shall allege a specific violation of a provision of this Act. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2. 4. As used in this Act, the term ``covered device''-- (1) means a consumer product, as defined by section 3(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 255; 617; 619; and 303(aa) and (bb)), and any regulations promulgated thereunder. SEC. 5. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

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 ``Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act''. 2. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. Each manufacturer of a covered device shall disclose whether the covered device manufactured by the manufacturer contains a camera or microphone as a component of the covered device. ENFORCEMENT BY THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION. (a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. (d) Tailored Guidance.--A manufacturer of a covered device may petition the Commission for tailored guidance as to how to meet the requirements of section 2. (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. In any enforcement action brought pursuant to this Act, the Commission shall allege a specific violation of a provision of this Act. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2. 4. As used in this Act, the term ``covered device''-- (1) means a consumer product, as defined by section 3(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 255; 617; 619; and 303(aa) and (bb)), and any regulations promulgated thereunder. SEC. 5. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. 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 ``Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. Each manufacturer of a covered device shall disclose whether the covered device manufactured by the manufacturer contains a camera or microphone as a component of the covered device. SEC. 3. ENFORCEMENT BY THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION. (a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). (b) Actions by the Commission.-- (1) In general.--The Federal Trade Commission shall prevent any person from violating this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act in the same manner, by the same means, and with the same jurisdiction, powers, and duties as though all applicable terms and provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). (c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. (d) Tailored Guidance.--A manufacturer of a covered device may petition the Commission for tailored guidance as to how to meet the requirements of section 2. (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. In any enforcement action brought pursuant to this Act, the Commission shall allege a specific violation of a provision of this Act. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2. SEC. 4. DEFINITION OF COVERED DEVICE. As used in this Act, the term ``covered device''-- (1) means a consumer product, as defined by section 3(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2052(a)) that is capable of connecting to the internet, a component of which is a camera or microphone; and (2) does not include-- (A) a telephone (including a mobile phone), a laptop, tablet, or any device that a consumer would reasonably expect to have a microphone or camera; (B) any device that is specifically marketed as a camera, telecommunications device, or microphone; or (C) any device or apparatus described in sections 255, 716, and 718, and subsections (aa) and (bb) of section 303 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 255; 617; 619; and 303(aa) and (bb)), and any regulations promulgated thereunder. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date. <all>

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. 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 ``Informing Consumers about Smart Devices Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. Each manufacturer of a covered device shall disclose whether the covered device manufactured by the manufacturer contains a camera or microphone as a component of the covered device. SEC. 3. ENFORCEMENT BY THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION. (a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). (b) Actions by the Commission.-- (1) In general.--The Federal Trade Commission shall prevent any person from violating this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act in the same manner, by the same means, and with the same jurisdiction, powers, and duties as though all applicable terms and provisions of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.) were incorporated into and made a part of this Act. (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). (c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. (d) Tailored Guidance.--A manufacturer of a covered device may petition the Commission for tailored guidance as to how to meet the requirements of section 2. (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. In any enforcement action brought pursuant to this Act, the Commission shall allege a specific violation of a provision of this Act. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2. SEC. 4. DEFINITION OF COVERED DEVICE. As used in this Act, the term ``covered device''-- (1) means a consumer product, as defined by section 3(a) of the Consumer Product Safety Act (15 U.S.C. 2052(a)) that is capable of connecting to the internet, a component of which is a camera or microphone; and (2) does not include-- (A) a telephone (including a mobile phone), a laptop, tablet, or any device that a consumer would reasonably expect to have a microphone or camera; (B) any device that is specifically marketed as a camera, telecommunications device, or microphone; or (C) any device or apparatus described in sections 255, 716, and 718, and subsections (aa) and (bb) of section 303 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 255; 617; 619; and 303(aa) and (bb)), and any regulations promulgated thereunder. SEC. 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date. <all>

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). ( (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). ( e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. ( (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. ( (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). ( (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). ( e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. ( (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). ( (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). ( e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. ( (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). ( (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). ( e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. REQUIRED DISCLOSURE OF A CAMERA OR RECORDING CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN INTERNET-CONNECTED DEVICES. c) Commission Guidance.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission, through outreach to relevant private entities, shall issue guidance to assist manufacturers in complying with the requirements of this Act, including guidance about best practices for making the disclosure required by section 2 as clear and conspicuous as practicable. ( (e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. The Commission may not base an enforcement action on, or execute a consent order based on, practices that are alleged to be inconsistent with any such guidelines, unless the Commission determines such practices expressly violate section 2.

To require the disclosure of a camera or recording capability in certain internet-connected devices. a) Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices.--A violation of section 2 shall be treated as a violation of a rule defining an unfair or deceptive act or practice prescribed under section 18(a)(1)(B) of the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 57a(a)(1)(B)). ( (2) Penalties and privileges.--Any person who violates this Act or a regulation promulgated under this Act shall be subject to the penalties and entitled to the privileges and immunities provided in the Federal Trade Commission Act (15 U.S.C. 41 et seq.). ( e) Limitation on Commission Guidance.--No guidance issued by the Commission with respect to this Act shall confer any rights on any person, State, or locality, nor shall operate to bind the Commission or any person to the approach recommended in such guidance. This Act shall apply to all devices manufactured after the date that is 180 days after the date on which guidance is issued by the Commission under section 3(c), and shall not apply to devices manufactured or sold before such date, or otherwise introduced into interstate commerce before such date.

H.R.8509

Agriculture and Food

National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022 This bill establishes the National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs to provide recommendations to the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that students are not stigmatized and school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs.

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition 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 ``National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON UNPAID MEAL DEBT IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS. (a) Establishment.--There is established a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs (in this section referred to as the ``Council''). (b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. (c) Membership.-- (1) Number and appointment.--The Council shall be composed of 14 members appointed by the Secretary as follows: (A) 2 members shall be school nutrition State agency directors who are employed in different States; (B) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in an urban area who are employed in different States; (C) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in a rural area who are employed in different States; (D) 2 members shall be officials of the Food and Nutrition Service office of the Department of Agriculture; (E) 2 members shall be parents or guardians (who are not related to one another or to the same child) of children who are eligible for free and reduced price school meals; (F) 2 members shall represent organizations with expertise in the school meal programs; and (G) 2 members shall be food service professionals who-- (i) work in school cafeterias; and (ii) maintain daily contact with students, including by preparing or serving meals or working at registers. (2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. (d) Compensation.-- (1) In general.--Members shall serve without pay. (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Parents or guardians.--In the case of a member who is a parent or guardian appointed under subsection (c)(1)(E), such member, in addition to reimbursement under paragraph (2), shall, at the discretion of the Secretary, be compensated in advance for other personal expenses related to participation on the Council, including child care expenses and lost wages during scheduled Council meetings. (4) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $1,500,000, to remain available through the date described in subsection (h). (e) Chairperson; Vice Chairperson.-- (1) Eligibility.--To be eligible for election to Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Council, an individual must be a member of the Council described in subsection (c)(1). (2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. (f) Meetings.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall meet not fewer than 2 times per year at the call of the Chairperson. (2) Quorum.--5 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum. (g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. (h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. (j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773). <all>

National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes.

National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022

Rep. Omar, Ilhan

D

MN

This bill establishes the National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs to provide recommendations to the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that students are not stigmatized and school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal 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 ``National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON UNPAID MEAL DEBT IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS. (b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. (2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Parents or guardians.--In the case of a member who is a parent or guardian appointed under subsection (c)(1)(E), such member, in addition to reimbursement under paragraph (2), shall, at the discretion of the Secretary, be compensated in advance for other personal expenses related to participation on the Council, including child care expenses and lost wages during scheduled Council meetings. (4) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $1,500,000, to remain available through the date described in subsection (h). (e) Chairperson; Vice Chairperson.-- (1) Eligibility.--To be eligible for election to Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Council, an individual must be a member of the Council described in subsection (c)(1). (f) Meetings.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall meet not fewer than 2 times per year at the call of the Chairperson. (2) Quorum.--5 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum. (h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. 1773).

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 Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON UNPAID MEAL DEBT IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS. (b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. (2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Parents or guardians.--In the case of a member who is a parent or guardian appointed under subsection (c)(1)(E), such member, in addition to reimbursement under paragraph (2), shall, at the discretion of the Secretary, be compensated in advance for other personal expenses related to participation on the Council, including child care expenses and lost wages during scheduled Council meetings. (4) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $1,500,000, to remain available through the date described in subsection (h). (e) Chairperson; Vice Chairperson.-- (1) Eligibility.--To be eligible for election to Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Council, an individual must be a member of the Council described in subsection (c)(1). (f) Meetings.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall meet not fewer than 2 times per year at the call of the Chairperson. (2) Quorum.--5 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum. (h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition 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 ``National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON UNPAID MEAL DEBT IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS. (a) Establishment.--There is established a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs (in this section referred to as the ``Council''). (b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. (c) Membership.-- (1) Number and appointment.--The Council shall be composed of 14 members appointed by the Secretary as follows: (A) 2 members shall be school nutrition State agency directors who are employed in different States; (B) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in an urban area who are employed in different States; (C) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in a rural area who are employed in different States; (D) 2 members shall be officials of the Food and Nutrition Service office of the Department of Agriculture; (E) 2 members shall be parents or guardians (who are not related to one another or to the same child) of children who are eligible for free and reduced price school meals; (F) 2 members shall represent organizations with expertise in the school meal programs; and (G) 2 members shall be food service professionals who-- (i) work in school cafeterias; and (ii) maintain daily contact with students, including by preparing or serving meals or working at registers. (2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. (d) Compensation.-- (1) In general.--Members shall serve without pay. (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Parents or guardians.--In the case of a member who is a parent or guardian appointed under subsection (c)(1)(E), such member, in addition to reimbursement under paragraph (2), shall, at the discretion of the Secretary, be compensated in advance for other personal expenses related to participation on the Council, including child care expenses and lost wages during scheduled Council meetings. (4) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $1,500,000, to remain available through the date described in subsection (h). (e) Chairperson; Vice Chairperson.-- (1) Eligibility.--To be eligible for election to Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Council, an individual must be a member of the Council described in subsection (c)(1). (2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. (f) Meetings.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall meet not fewer than 2 times per year at the call of the Chairperson. (2) Quorum.--5 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum. (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. (h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. (j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition 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 ``National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON UNPAID MEAL DEBT IN CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS. (a) Establishment.--There is established a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs (in this section referred to as the ``Council''). (b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. (c) Membership.-- (1) Number and appointment.--The Council shall be composed of 14 members appointed by the Secretary as follows: (A) 2 members shall be school nutrition State agency directors who are employed in different States; (B) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in an urban area who are employed in different States; (C) 2 members shall be school food service directors of a school meal program in a rural area who are employed in different States; (D) 2 members shall be officials of the Food and Nutrition Service office of the Department of Agriculture; (E) 2 members shall be parents or guardians (who are not related to one another or to the same child) of children who are eligible for free and reduced price school meals; (F) 2 members shall represent organizations with expertise in the school meal programs; and (G) 2 members shall be food service professionals who-- (i) work in school cafeterias; and (ii) maintain daily contact with students, including by preparing or serving meals or working at registers. (2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. (d) Compensation.-- (1) In general.--Members shall serve without pay. (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. (3) Parents or guardians.--In the case of a member who is a parent or guardian appointed under subsection (c)(1)(E), such member, in addition to reimbursement under paragraph (2), shall, at the discretion of the Secretary, be compensated in advance for other personal expenses related to participation on the Council, including child care expenses and lost wages during scheduled Council meetings. (4) Authorization of appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $1,500,000, to remain available through the date described in subsection (h). (e) Chairperson; Vice Chairperson.-- (1) Eligibility.--To be eligible for election to Chairperson or Vice Chairperson of the Council, an individual must be a member of the Council described in subsection (c)(1). (2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. (f) Meetings.-- (1) In general.--The Council shall meet not fewer than 2 times per year at the call of the Chairperson. (2) Quorum.--5 members of the Council shall constitute a quorum. (g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. (h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. (j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773). <all>

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. 2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. ( B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. ( h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. ( (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( 2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). ( (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. ( j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. ( (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( 2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). ( (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. ( j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. 2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. ( B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. ( h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. ( (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( 2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). ( (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. ( j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. 2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. ( B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. ( h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. ( (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( 2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). ( (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. ( j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. 2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. ( B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. ( h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. ( (B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( 2) Election.--The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be elected by such members. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). ( (i) Technical Assistance.--The Secretary shall provide the Council with such technical and other assistance, including secretarial and clerical assistance, as may be required to carry out its functions. ( j) Unpaid School Meal Fees Defined.--In this section, the term ``unpaid school meal fees'' means outstanding fees owed by a household to a local educational agency for lunches under this Act or breakfasts under section 4 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1773).

To establish a National Advisory Council on Unpaid Meal Debt in Child Nutrition Programs, and for other purposes. b) Duties.--The Council shall provide recommendations, in accordance with subsection (g), to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees by ensuring that-- (1) students are not stigmatized; and (2) school food authorities can maintain fiscal solvency in order to ensure the long-term viability of school meal programs. 2) Terms.-- (A) In general.--Each member shall be appointed for the life of the Council. ( B) Vacancies.--Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the life of the Council shall be appointed for the remainder of the life of the Council. ( (2) Travel expenses.--Each member shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with applicable provisions under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code. ( g) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the establishment of the Council under subsection (a), the Council shall submit to the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service a report containing the recommendations described in subsection (b). (2) Guidance.--Not later than 1 year after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary, acting through the Administrator of the Food and Nutrition Service, shall use the recommendations contained in such report to issue guidance with respect to addressing unpaid school meal fees. ( h) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on the date that is 1 day after the submission of the report required under subsection (g). (

S.5199

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022 This bill authorizes the federal agencies on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, which includes the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to carry out prize competitions that promote coral reef research and conservation. The prize competitions must be designed to help the United States achieve its goal of developing new and effective ways to advance the understanding, monitoring, and sustainability of coral reef ecosystems. Priority is given to establish programs that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems.

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, 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 ``Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PRIZE COMPETITIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN CORAL REEF RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION. The Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6401 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating sections 208, 209, and 210 (16 U.S.C. 6407, 6408, and 6409) as sections 209, 210, and 211, respectively; and (2) by inserting after section 207 the following: ``SEC. 208. CORAL REEF PRIZE COMPETITIONS. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719). ``(b) Purposes.--Any program carried out under this section shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to understand, research, or monitor coral reef ecosystems, or to develop management or adaptation options to preserve, sustain, and restore coral reef ecosystems. ``(c) Priority Programs.--Priority shall be given to establish programs under this section that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems, including-- ``(1) scientific research and monitoring that furthers the understanding of causes behind coral reef decline and degradation and the generally slow recovery following disturbances, including ocean acidification and its impacts on coral reproduction; ``(2) the development of monitoring or management options for communities or industries that are experiencing significant financial hardship; ``(3) the development of adaptation options to alleviate economic harm and job loss caused by damage to coral reef ecosystems; ``(4) the development of measures to help vulnerable communities or industries, with an emphasis on rural communities and businesses; and ``(5) the development of adaptation and management options for impacted tourism industries.''. <all>

Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022

A bill to authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes.

Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022

Sen. Hirono, Mazie K.

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HI

This bill authorizes the federal agencies on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force, which includes the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to carry out prize competitions that promote coral reef research and conservation. The prize competitions must be designed to help the United States achieve its goal of developing new and effective ways to advance the understanding, monitoring, and sustainability of coral reef ecosystems. Priority is given to establish programs that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems.

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, 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 ``Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PRIZE COMPETITIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN CORAL REEF RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION. The Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6401 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating sections 208, 209, and 210 (16 U.S.C. 6407, 6408, and 6409) as sections 209, 210, and 211, respectively; and (2) by inserting after section 207 the following: ``SEC. 208. CORAL REEF PRIZE COMPETITIONS. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719). ``(b) Purposes.--Any program carried out under this section shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to understand, research, or monitor coral reef ecosystems, or to develop management or adaptation options to preserve, sustain, and restore coral reef ecosystems. ``(c) Priority Programs.--Priority shall be given to establish programs under this section that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems, including-- ``(1) scientific research and monitoring that furthers the understanding of causes behind coral reef decline and degradation and the generally slow recovery following disturbances, including ocean acidification and its impacts on coral reproduction; ``(2) the development of monitoring or management options for communities or industries that are experiencing significant financial hardship; ``(3) the development of adaptation options to alleviate economic harm and job loss caused by damage to coral reef ecosystems; ``(4) the development of measures to help vulnerable communities or industries, with an emphasis on rural communities and businesses; and ``(5) the development of adaptation and management options for impacted tourism industries.''. <all>

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, 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 ``Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PRIZE COMPETITIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN CORAL REEF RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION. 6401 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating sections 208, 209, and 210 (16 U.S.C. 6407, 6408, and 6409) as sections 209, 210, and 211, respectively; and (2) by inserting after section 207 the following: ``SEC. CORAL REEF PRIZE COMPETITIONS. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719). ``(b) Purposes.--Any program carried out under this section shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to understand, research, or monitor coral reef ecosystems, or to develop management or adaptation options to preserve, sustain, and restore coral reef ecosystems. ``(c) Priority Programs.--Priority shall be given to establish programs under this section that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems, including-- ``(1) scientific research and monitoring that furthers the understanding of causes behind coral reef decline and degradation and the generally slow recovery following disturbances, including ocean acidification and its impacts on coral reproduction; ``(2) the development of monitoring or management options for communities or industries that are experiencing significant financial hardship; ``(3) the development of adaptation options to alleviate economic harm and job loss caused by damage to coral reef ecosystems; ``(4) the development of measures to help vulnerable communities or industries, with an emphasis on rural communities and businesses; and ``(5) the development of adaptation and management options for impacted tourism industries.''.

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, 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 ``Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PRIZE COMPETITIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN CORAL REEF RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION. The Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6401 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating sections 208, 209, and 210 (16 U.S.C. 6407, 6408, and 6409) as sections 209, 210, and 211, respectively; and (2) by inserting after section 207 the following: ``SEC. 208. CORAL REEF PRIZE COMPETITIONS. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719). ``(b) Purposes.--Any program carried out under this section shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to understand, research, or monitor coral reef ecosystems, or to develop management or adaptation options to preserve, sustain, and restore coral reef ecosystems. ``(c) Priority Programs.--Priority shall be given to establish programs under this section that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems, including-- ``(1) scientific research and monitoring that furthers the understanding of causes behind coral reef decline and degradation and the generally slow recovery following disturbances, including ocean acidification and its impacts on coral reproduction; ``(2) the development of monitoring or management options for communities or industries that are experiencing significant financial hardship; ``(3) the development of adaptation options to alleviate economic harm and job loss caused by damage to coral reef ecosystems; ``(4) the development of measures to help vulnerable communities or industries, with an emphasis on rural communities and businesses; and ``(5) the development of adaptation and management options for impacted tourism industries.''. <all>

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, 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 ``Coral Sustainability Through Innovation Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PRIZE COMPETITIONS TO PROMOTE INNOVATION IN CORAL REEF RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION. The Coral Reef Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6401 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating sections 208, 209, and 210 (16 U.S.C. 6407, 6408, and 6409) as sections 209, 210, and 211, respectively; and (2) by inserting after section 207 the following: ``SEC. 208. CORAL REEF PRIZE COMPETITIONS. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719). ``(b) Purposes.--Any program carried out under this section shall be for the purpose of stimulating innovation to advance the ability of the United States to understand, research, or monitor coral reef ecosystems, or to develop management or adaptation options to preserve, sustain, and restore coral reef ecosystems. ``(c) Priority Programs.--Priority shall be given to establish programs under this section that address communities, environments, or industries that are in distress due to the decline or degradation of coral reef ecosystems, including-- ``(1) scientific research and monitoring that furthers the understanding of causes behind coral reef decline and degradation and the generally slow recovery following disturbances, including ocean acidification and its impacts on coral reproduction; ``(2) the development of monitoring or management options for communities or industries that are experiencing significant financial hardship; ``(3) the development of adaptation options to alleviate economic harm and job loss caused by damage to coral reef ecosystems; ``(4) the development of measures to help vulnerable communities or industries, with an emphasis on rural communities and businesses; and ``(5) the development of adaptation and management options for impacted tourism industries.''. <all>

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

To authorize Federal agencies to establish prize competitions for innovation or adaptation management development relating to coral reef ecosystems, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The head of any Federal agency with a representative serving on the U.S. Coral Reef Task Force established under Executive Order 13089 issued on June 11, 1998 (16 U.S.C. 6401 note), may, either individually or in cooperation with one or more agencies, carry out a program to award prizes competitively under section 24 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3719).

S.3038

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Exposing China's Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021 This bill requires the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review certain investments made by China in the United States. Specifically, the committee must review any investment by a foreign person that (1) involves the acquisition of real estate in the United States and the establishment of a U.S. business on such real estate, and (2) could result in direct or indirect control of that U.S. business by China. A party to any such investment must submit to the committee a declaration containing basic information regarding the transaction.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. 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 ``Exposing China's Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REVIEW BY COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES OF GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS BY PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. (a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause.''; and (2) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) An investment by a foreign person that-- ``(I) involves-- ``(aa) the completed or planned purchase or lease by, or a concession to, the foreign person of private or public real estate in the United States; and ``(bb) the establishment of a United States business to operate a factory or other facility on that real estate; and ``(II) could result in control, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, of that United States business by-- ``(aa) the Government of the People's Republic of China; ``(bb) a person owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, that Government; ``(cc) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest; ``(dd) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, the right or power to appoint, or approve the appointment of, any members of the board of directors, board of supervisors, or an equivalent governing body (including external directors and other individuals who perform the duties usually associated with such titles) or officers (including the president, senior vice president, executive vice president, and other individuals who perform duties normally associated with such titles) of any other entity that held, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity in the preceding 3 years; or ``(ee) an entity in which any members or officers described in item (dd) of any other entity holding, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity are members of the Chinese Communist Party or have been members of the Chinese Communist Party in the preceding 3 years.''. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. (c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''. <all>

Exposing China’s Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021

A bill to require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China.

Exposing China’s Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021

Sen. Kennedy, John

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This bill requires the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review certain investments made by China in the United States. Specifically, the committee must review any investment by a foreign person that (1) involves the acquisition of real estate in the United States and the establishment of a U.S. business on such real estate, and (2) could result in direct or indirect control of that U.S. business by China. A party to any such investment must submit to the committee a declaration containing basic information regarding the transaction.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SEC. 2. REVIEW BY COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES OF GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS BY PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. ''; and (2) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) An investment by a foreign person that-- ``(I) involves-- ``(aa) the completed or planned purchase or lease by, or a concession to, the foreign person of private or public real estate in the United States; and ``(bb) the establishment of a United States business to operate a factory or other facility on that real estate; and ``(II) could result in control, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, of that United States business by-- ``(aa) the Government of the People's Republic of China; ``(bb) a person owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, that Government; ``(cc) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest; ``(dd) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, the right or power to appoint, or approve the appointment of, any members of the board of directors, board of supervisors, or an equivalent governing body (including external directors and other individuals who perform the duties usually associated with such titles) or officers (including the president, senior vice president, executive vice president, and other individuals who perform duties normally associated with such titles) of any other entity that held, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity in the preceding 3 years; or ``(ee) an entity in which any members or officers described in item (dd) of any other entity holding, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity are members of the Chinese Communist Party or have been members of the Chinese Communist Party in the preceding 3 years.''. (c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C.

2. REVIEW BY COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES OF GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS BY PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. ''; and (2) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) An investment by a foreign person that-- ``(I) involves-- ``(aa) the completed or planned purchase or lease by, or a concession to, the foreign person of private or public real estate in the United States; and ``(bb) the establishment of a United States business to operate a factory or other facility on that real estate; and ``(II) could result in control, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, of that United States business by-- ``(aa) the Government of the People's Republic of China; ``(bb) a person owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, that Government; ``(cc) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest; ``(dd) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, the right or power to appoint, or approve the appointment of, any members of the board of directors, board of supervisors, or an equivalent governing body (including external directors and other individuals who perform the duties usually associated with such titles) or officers (including the president, senior vice president, executive vice president, and other individuals who perform duties normally associated with such titles) of any other entity that held, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity in the preceding 3 years; or ``(ee) an entity in which any members or officers described in item (dd) of any other entity holding, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity are members of the Chinese Communist Party or have been members of the Chinese Communist Party in the preceding 3 years.''. (c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. 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 ``Exposing China's Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REVIEW BY COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES OF GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS BY PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. (a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause.''; and (2) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) An investment by a foreign person that-- ``(I) involves-- ``(aa) the completed or planned purchase or lease by, or a concession to, the foreign person of private or public real estate in the United States; and ``(bb) the establishment of a United States business to operate a factory or other facility on that real estate; and ``(II) could result in control, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, of that United States business by-- ``(aa) the Government of the People's Republic of China; ``(bb) a person owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, that Government; ``(cc) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest; ``(dd) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, the right or power to appoint, or approve the appointment of, any members of the board of directors, board of supervisors, or an equivalent governing body (including external directors and other individuals who perform the duties usually associated with such titles) or officers (including the president, senior vice president, executive vice president, and other individuals who perform duties normally associated with such titles) of any other entity that held, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity in the preceding 3 years; or ``(ee) an entity in which any members or officers described in item (dd) of any other entity holding, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity are members of the Chinese Communist Party or have been members of the Chinese Communist Party in the preceding 3 years.''. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. (c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''. <all>

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. 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 ``Exposing China's Belt and Road Investment in America Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REVIEW BY COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES OF GREENFIELD INVESTMENTS BY PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. (a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause.''; and (2) in subparagraph (B), by adding at the end the following: ``(vi) An investment by a foreign person that-- ``(I) involves-- ``(aa) the completed or planned purchase or lease by, or a concession to, the foreign person of private or public real estate in the United States; and ``(bb) the establishment of a United States business to operate a factory or other facility on that real estate; and ``(II) could result in control, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, of that United States business by-- ``(aa) the Government of the People's Republic of China; ``(bb) a person owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, that Government; ``(cc) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest; ``(dd) an entity in which that Government has, directly or indirectly, the right or power to appoint, or approve the appointment of, any members of the board of directors, board of supervisors, or an equivalent governing body (including external directors and other individuals who perform the duties usually associated with such titles) or officers (including the president, senior vice president, executive vice president, and other individuals who perform duties normally associated with such titles) of any other entity that held, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity in the preceding 3 years; or ``(ee) an entity in which any members or officers described in item (dd) of any other entity holding, directly or indirectly, including through formal or informal arrangements to act in concert, a 5 percent or greater interest in the entity are members of the Chinese Communist Party or have been members of the Chinese Communist Party in the preceding 3 years.''. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. (c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''. <all>

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

To require the review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States of greenfield investments by the People's Republic of China. a) Inclusion in Definition of Covered Transaction.--Section 721(a)(4) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (A)-- (A) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a semicolon; (B) in clause (ii), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) any transaction described in subparagraph (B)(vi) proposed or pending on or after the date of the enactment of this clause. (b) Definition of Government of People's Republic of China.-- Section 721(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)) is amended-- (1) by redesignating paragraphs (8) through (13) as paragraphs (9) through (14), respectively; and (2) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(7) Government of people's republic of china.--The term `Government of the People's Republic of China' includes the national and subnational governments within the People's Republic of China, including any departments, agencies, or instrumentalities of such governments.''. ( c) Mandatory Filing of Declarations.--Section 721(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)(C)(v)(IV)(bb)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(DD) Greenfield investments by people's republic of china.--The parties to a covered transaction described in subsection (a)(4)(B)(vi) shall submit a declaration described in subclause (I) with respect to the transaction.''.

H.R.9701

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Welfare Reform Act of 2022 This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to establish a program to convey certain federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs. The BLM shall have final discretion as to the allocation of land to such individuals but must provide them with a means to express their preference for available land, including whether the land will be used for residential or agricultural purposes. The bill prohibits the sale of the land for a 10-year period.

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare 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 ``Welfare Reform Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Act is to help break the chain of a lifetime on welfare and give such a bold step up that it will start recipients on the road to success and independence. SEC. 3. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to each covered individual who-- (1) applies for and is approved for participation in the Program; and (2) permanently waives eligibility for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. (2) Limitations.-- (A) Type of land.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may only convey land to a covered individual for one of the following purposes: (i) Residential purposes. (ii) Agricultural purposes. (B) Residential land.--In the case of residential land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for residential purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land that is-- (i) not more than 1 acre; and (ii) contiguous. (C) Agricultural land.--In the case of agricultural land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for agricultural purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land-- (i) that is not more than 50 acres; (ii) that is contiguous; and (iii) at least 50 percent of which is suitable for farming. (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. (ii) Reverter.--If a covered individual fails to use agricultural land for agricultural purposes as described in clause (i), all of the agricultural land conveyed to such covered individual under the Program shall-- (I) revert to the United States for administration by the Secretary; and (II) be made available for conveyance to another covered individual under the Program. (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A covered individual seeking to participate in the Program shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Availability of land.--The Secretary shall make available to covered individuals approved for participation in the Program a list of available land, including copies of the deeds to such land. (3) Allocation.--The Secretary shall have final discretion as to the allocation of land to covered individuals participating in the Program, but shall provide such covered individuals a means by which to express their preference for available land listed pursuant to paragraph (2), including whether the land will be used for residential or agricultural purposes. (d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). (2) The special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). (3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. 7501 et seq.). (4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). (5) Programs or activities funded through the block grant program under title V of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 701 et seq.). (6) The tax credit allowable under section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (7) The National Family Planning Program (title X of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300 et seq.; relating to family planning). (8) The Community Development Block Grant program under title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). (9) The Project-Based Rental Assistance program under section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f). (10) The Housing Choice Voucher program under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)). (11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). (12) Programs and activities carried out under the Low- Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (42 U.S.C. 8621 et seq.). (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). (14) The refugee assistance program authorized under chapter 2 of title IV of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1521 et seq.). (e) Program Coordination.--The Secretary shall update the head of each Federal department or agency with administrative jurisdiction over a welfare program described in subsection (d) of the following: (1) Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from a covered individual to participate in the Program, that such covered individual has applied to the Program. (2) Not later than 30 days after approving the application of a covered individual, that such covered individual has been approved to participate in the Program. (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. (g) Tax Implications for Married Covered Individuals.--In the case of married covered individual who participates in the Program, section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be applied by treating any income of such individual which would otherwise be earned income (within the meaning of such section) as other than earned income. (h) Sale of Land Prohibited for 10 Years.--Federal land conveyed under this section may not be sold for the 10-year period immediately following the conveyance of that land and the deed conveying such land shall include a provision stating the same. (i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (2) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the program established under subsection (a). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Land Management. <all>

Welfare Reform Act of 2022

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes.

Welfare Reform Act of 2022

Rep. Gohmert, Louie

R

TX

This bill directs the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to establish a program to convey certain federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs. The BLM shall have final discretion as to the allocation of land to such individuals but must provide them with a means to express their preference for available land, including whether the land will be used for residential or agricultural purposes. The bill prohibits the sale of the land for a 10-year period.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Welfare Reform Act of 2022''. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Act is to help break the chain of a lifetime on welfare and give such a bold step up that it will start recipients on the road to success and independence. SEC. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to each covered individual who-- (1) applies for and is approved for participation in the Program; and (2) permanently waives eligibility for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (ii) Agricultural purposes. (B) Residential land.--In the case of residential land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for residential purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land that is-- (i) not more than 1 acre; and (ii) contiguous. (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. (2) Availability of land.--The Secretary shall make available to covered individuals approved for participation in the Program a list of available land, including copies of the deeds to such land. 2011 et seq.). (2) The special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). (3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. (4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (6) The tax credit allowable under section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ; relating to family planning). 1437f). (10) The Housing Choice Voucher program under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. (12) Programs and activities carried out under the Low- Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (42 U.S.C. (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. (2) Not later than 30 days after approving the application of a covered individual, that such covered individual has been approved to participate in the Program. (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Land Management.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Welfare Reform Act of 2022''. PURPOSE. SEC. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to each covered individual who-- (1) applies for and is approved for participation in the Program; and (2) permanently waives eligibility for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (ii) Agricultural purposes. (B) Residential land.--In the case of residential land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for residential purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land that is-- (i) not more than 1 acre; and (ii) contiguous. 2011 et seq.). (2) The special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). (3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. (4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (6) The tax credit allowable under section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ; relating to family planning). 1437f). (10) The Housing Choice Voucher program under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. (2) Not later than 30 days after approving the application of a covered individual, that such covered individual has been approved to participate in the Program. (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Land Management.

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 ``Welfare Reform Act of 2022''. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Act is to help break the chain of a lifetime on welfare and give such a bold step up that it will start recipients on the road to success and independence. SEC. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to each covered individual who-- (1) applies for and is approved for participation in the Program; and (2) permanently waives eligibility for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (ii) Agricultural purposes. (B) Residential land.--In the case of residential land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for residential purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land that is-- (i) not more than 1 acre; and (ii) contiguous. (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. (2) Availability of land.--The Secretary shall make available to covered individuals approved for participation in the Program a list of available land, including copies of the deeds to such land. 2011 et seq.). (2) The special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). (3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. (4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. (6) The tax credit allowable under section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ; relating to family planning). (8) The Community Development Block Grant program under title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 1437f). (10) The Housing Choice Voucher program under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. (12) Programs and activities carried out under the Low- Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (42 U.S.C. (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. (2) Not later than 30 days after approving the application of a covered individual, that such covered individual has been approved to participate in the Program. (f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. (g) Tax Implications for Married Covered Individuals.--In the case of married covered individual who participates in the Program, section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be applied by treating any income of such individual which would otherwise be earned income (within the meaning of such section) as other than earned income. (h) Sale of Land Prohibited for 10 Years.--Federal land conveyed under this section may not be sold for the 10-year period immediately following the conveyance of that land and the deed conveying such land shall include a provision stating the same. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Land Management.

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 ``Welfare Reform Act of 2022''. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Act is to help break the chain of a lifetime on welfare and give such a bold step up that it will start recipients on the road to success and independence. SEC. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to each covered individual who-- (1) applies for and is approved for participation in the Program; and (2) permanently waives eligibility for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). (2) Limitations.-- (A) Type of land.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may only convey land to a covered individual for one of the following purposes: (i) Residential purposes. (ii) Agricultural purposes. (B) Residential land.--In the case of residential land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for residential purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land that is-- (i) not more than 1 acre; and (ii) contiguous. (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. (c) Application.-- (1) In general.--A covered individual seeking to participate in the Program shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Availability of land.--The Secretary shall make available to covered individuals approved for participation in the Program a list of available land, including copies of the deeds to such land. (3) Allocation.--The Secretary shall have final discretion as to the allocation of land to covered individuals participating in the Program, but shall provide such covered individuals a means by which to express their preference for available land listed pursuant to paragraph (2), including whether the land will be used for residential or agricultural purposes. 2011 et seq.). (2) The special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children under section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786). (3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. 7501 et seq.). (4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). 701 et seq.). (6) The tax credit allowable under section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. (7) The National Family Planning Program (title X of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300 et seq. ; relating to family planning). (8) The Community Development Block Grant program under title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.). 1437f). (10) The Housing Choice Voucher program under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. (11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). (12) Programs and activities carried out under the Low- Income Home Energy Assistance Act of 1981 (42 U.S.C. 8621 et seq.). (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). (14) The refugee assistance program authorized under chapter 2 of title IV of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1521 et seq.). (2) Not later than 30 days after approving the application of a covered individual, that such covered individual has been approved to participate in the Program. (f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. (g) Tax Implications for Married Covered Individuals.--In the case of married covered individual who participates in the Program, section 32 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall be applied by treating any income of such individual which would otherwise be earned income (within the meaning of such section) as other than earned income. (h) Sale of Land Prohibited for 10 Years.--Federal land conveyed under this section may not be sold for the 10-year period immediately following the conveyance of that land and the deed conveying such land shall include a provision stating the same. (i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Land Management.

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. (2) Limitations.-- (A) Type of land.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may only convey land to a covered individual for one of the following purposes: (i) Residential purposes. ( C) Agricultural land.--In the case of agricultural land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for agricultural purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land-- (i) that is not more than 50 acres; (ii) that is contiguous; and (iii) at least 50 percent of which is suitable for farming. ( (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. 7501 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). ( e) Program Coordination.--The Secretary shall update the head of each Federal department or agency with administrative jurisdiction over a welfare program described in subsection (d) of the following: (1) Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from a covered individual to participate in the Program, that such covered individual has applied to the Program. ( (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. ( i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. ( b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). ( f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. ( b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). ( f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. (2) Limitations.-- (A) Type of land.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may only convey land to a covered individual for one of the following purposes: (i) Residential purposes. ( C) Agricultural land.--In the case of agricultural land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for agricultural purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land-- (i) that is not more than 50 acres; (ii) that is contiguous; and (iii) at least 50 percent of which is suitable for farming. ( (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. 7501 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). ( e) Program Coordination.--The Secretary shall update the head of each Federal department or agency with administrative jurisdiction over a welfare program described in subsection (d) of the following: (1) Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from a covered individual to participate in the Program, that such covered individual has applied to the Program. ( (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. ( i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. ( b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). ( f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. (2) Limitations.-- (A) Type of land.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary may only convey land to a covered individual for one of the following purposes: (i) Residential purposes. ( C) Agricultural land.--In the case of agricultural land (land to be conveyed under the Program to be used for agricultural purposes), the Secretary may only convey to each covered individual land-- (i) that is not more than 50 acres; (ii) that is contiguous; and (iii) at least 50 percent of which is suitable for farming. ( (iii) Continued eligibility for the program.--If agricultural land reverts to the Secretary under clause (ii), after the 3-year period beginning on the date of such reversion, the covered individual to whom the reversion applies may apply for, and receive, residential land under the Program. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 3) The emergency food assistance program under the Emergency Food Assistance Act of 1983 (7 U.S.C. 7501 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). ( e) Program Coordination.--The Secretary shall update the head of each Federal department or agency with administrative jurisdiction over a welfare program described in subsection (d) of the following: (1) Not later than 30 days after receiving an application from a covered individual to participate in the Program, that such covered individual has applied to the Program. ( (2) Survivor benefits.--If a covered individual participates in the Program, a survivor of such covered individual shall continue to be eligible for the welfare programs described in subsection (d), unless such survivor participates in the Program. ( i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. ( b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). ( f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). ( ( i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. LAND CONVEYANCE PROGRAM. ( b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( (D) Non-use of agricultural land.-- (i) In general.--A covered individual that receives agricultural land under the Program shall, with respect to the portions of such land that are suitable for farming, use the land for agricultural purposes for at least 10 years after receiving the land. ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 4) The program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families under part A of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.). ( relating to family planning). ( 11) The weatherization assistance program established under part A of title IV of the Energy Conservation and Production Act (42 U.S.C. 6861 et seq.). ( (3) Not later than 30 days after conveying land to a covered individual under the Program, that such covered individual has received land under the Program and is no longer eligible for certain Federal welfare programs pursuant to subsection (d). ( f) Participation Limited to Individual.-- (1) In general.--No individual, including a guardian or fiduciary, may-- (A) submit an application under subsection (c)(1) on behalf of another individual; or (B) waive the eligibility of another individual with respect to a welfare program under this section. (

To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish a program whereby the Secretary shall convey certain Federal land to individuals who permanently waive eligibility for certain welfare programs, and for other purposes. b) Land To Be Conveyed.-- (1) In general.--Subject to the limitations in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall determine the amount and location of Federal land under the administrative jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management to be conveyed to each covered individual who is approved for participation in the Program. ( ( d) Eligibility for Certain Federal Welfare Programs Waived.-- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, upon receiving land under the Program, a covered individual waives eligibility for, and may not receive benefits from, the following welfare programs: (1) The supplemental nutrition assistance program under the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2011 et seq.). ( 13) The education of migratory children program authorized under part C of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6391 et seq.). ( ( i) Definitions.--In this Act: (1) Covered individual.--The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who is-- (A) a citizen of the United States; (B) 21 years of age or older; and (C) notwithstanding the restrictions set forth in this Act, eligible to receive benefits under a welfare program described in subsection (d). (

H.R.5160

Native Americans

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act This bill provides statutory authority for the establishment of the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). The office must establish a working relationship with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations by targeting SBA programs relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small businesses owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, 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 ``Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating section 49 (15 U.S.C. 631 note) as section 50; and (2) by inserting after section 48 (15 U.S.C. 657u) the following: ``SEC. 49. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Associate administrator.--The term `Associate Administrator' means the Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs appointed under subsection (c). ``(2) Indian tribe.--The term `Indian Tribe' has the meaning given the term `Indian tribe' in section 8(a)(13). ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(4) Office.--The term `Office' means the Office of Native American Affairs described in this section. ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Field offices.--The Office may establish field offices within such regional offices of the Administration as may be necessary, with initial focus on those parts of Indian Country most economically disadvantaged, to perform efficiently the functions and responsibilities of the Office. ``(c) Associate Administrator.--The Office shall be headed by an Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs, who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by and report to the Administrator; ``(2) have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience providing culturally tailored small business development assistance to Native Americans; ``(3) carry out the program to provide assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations and small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of those groups; ``(4) administer and manage Native American outreach expansion; ``(5) enhance assistance to Native Americans by formulating and promoting policies, programs, and assistance that better address their entrepreneurial, capital access, business development, and contracting needs, and collaborate with other Associate Administrators and intergovernmental leaders with similar missions across Federal agencies on the development of policies and plans to implement new programs of the Administration, while supplementing existing Federal programs to holistically serve those needs; ``(6) act as an ombudsman for Native Americans for programs of the Administration; ``(7) provide grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or other financial assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations, or to private nonprofit organizations governed by members of those entities, that have the experience and capability to-- ``(A) deploy training, counseling, workshops, educational outreach, and supplier events; and ``(B) access the entrepreneurial, capital, and contracting programs of the Administration, including the Community Navigator pilot program; ``(8) assist the Administrator in conducting, or conduct, Tribal consultation to solicit input and facilitate discussion of potential modifications to programs and procedures of the Administration; and ``(9) recommend annual budgets for the Office. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''. <all>

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.

Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act

Rep. Davids, Sharice

D

KS

This bill provides statutory authority for the establishment of the Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration (SBA). The office must establish a working relationship with Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations by targeting SBA programs relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small businesses owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country.

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 ``Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act''. SEC. The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating section 49 (15 U.S.C. 631 note) as section 50; and (2) by inserting after section 48 (15 U.S.C. 657u) the following: ``SEC. 49. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Associate administrator.--The term `Associate Administrator' means the Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs appointed under subsection (c). ``(2) Indian tribe.--The term `Indian Tribe' has the meaning given the term `Indian tribe' in section 8(a)(13). ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Field offices.--The Office may establish field offices within such regional offices of the Administration as may be necessary, with initial focus on those parts of Indian Country most economically disadvantaged, to perform efficiently the functions and responsibilities of the Office. ``(c) Associate Administrator.--The Office shall be headed by an Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs, who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by and report to the Administrator; ``(2) have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience providing culturally tailored small business development assistance to Native Americans; ``(3) carry out the program to provide assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations and small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of those groups; ``(4) administer and manage Native American outreach expansion; ``(5) enhance assistance to Native Americans by formulating and promoting policies, programs, and assistance that better address their entrepreneurial, capital access, business development, and contracting needs, and collaborate with other Associate Administrators and intergovernmental leaders with similar missions across Federal agencies on the development of policies and plans to implement new programs of the Administration, while supplementing existing Federal programs to holistically serve those needs; ``(6) act as an ombudsman for Native Americans for programs of the Administration; ``(7) provide grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or other financial assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations, or to private nonprofit organizations governed by members of those entities, that have the experience and capability to-- ``(A) deploy training, counseling, workshops, educational outreach, and supplier events; and ``(B) access the entrepreneurial, capital, and contracting programs of the Administration, including the Community Navigator pilot program; ``(8) assist the Administrator in conducting, or conduct, Tribal consultation to solicit input and facilitate discussion of potential modifications to programs and procedures of the Administration; and ``(9) recommend annual budgets for the Office. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

SEC. The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) 49. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Associate administrator.--The term `Associate Administrator' means the Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs appointed under subsection (c). ``(2) Indian tribe.--The term `Indian Tribe' has the meaning given the term `Indian tribe' in section 8(a)(13). ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Field offices.--The Office may establish field offices within such regional offices of the Administration as may be necessary, with initial focus on those parts of Indian Country most economically disadvantaged, to perform efficiently the functions and responsibilities of the Office. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, 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 ``Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating section 49 (15 U.S.C. 631 note) as section 50; and (2) by inserting after section 48 (15 U.S.C. 657u) the following: ``SEC. 49. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Associate administrator.--The term `Associate Administrator' means the Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs appointed under subsection (c). ``(2) Indian tribe.--The term `Indian Tribe' has the meaning given the term `Indian tribe' in section 8(a)(13). ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(4) Office.--The term `Office' means the Office of Native American Affairs described in this section. ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Field offices.--The Office may establish field offices within such regional offices of the Administration as may be necessary, with initial focus on those parts of Indian Country most economically disadvantaged, to perform efficiently the functions and responsibilities of the Office. ``(c) Associate Administrator.--The Office shall be headed by an Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs, who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by and report to the Administrator; ``(2) have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience providing culturally tailored small business development assistance to Native Americans; ``(3) carry out the program to provide assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations and small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of those groups; ``(4) administer and manage Native American outreach expansion; ``(5) enhance assistance to Native Americans by formulating and promoting policies, programs, and assistance that better address their entrepreneurial, capital access, business development, and contracting needs, and collaborate with other Associate Administrators and intergovernmental leaders with similar missions across Federal agencies on the development of policies and plans to implement new programs of the Administration, while supplementing existing Federal programs to holistically serve those needs; ``(6) act as an ombudsman for Native Americans for programs of the Administration; ``(7) provide grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or other financial assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations, or to private nonprofit organizations governed by members of those entities, that have the experience and capability to-- ``(A) deploy training, counseling, workshops, educational outreach, and supplier events; and ``(B) access the entrepreneurial, capital, and contracting programs of the Administration, including the Community Navigator pilot program; ``(8) assist the Administrator in conducting, or conduct, Tribal consultation to solicit input and facilitate discussion of potential modifications to programs and procedures of the Administration; and ``(9) recommend annual budgets for the Office. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''. <all>

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, 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 ``Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) is amended-- (1) by redesignating section 49 (15 U.S.C. 631 note) as section 50; and (2) by inserting after section 48 (15 U.S.C. 657u) the following: ``SEC. 49. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Associate administrator.--The term `Associate Administrator' means the Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs appointed under subsection (c). ``(2) Indian tribe.--The term `Indian Tribe' has the meaning given the term `Indian tribe' in section 8(a)(13). ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(4) Office.--The term `Office' means the Office of Native American Affairs described in this section. ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(3) Field offices.--The Office may establish field offices within such regional offices of the Administration as may be necessary, with initial focus on those parts of Indian Country most economically disadvantaged, to perform efficiently the functions and responsibilities of the Office. ``(c) Associate Administrator.--The Office shall be headed by an Associate Administrator for Native American Affairs, who shall-- ``(1) be appointed by and report to the Administrator; ``(2) have knowledge of Native American cultures and experience providing culturally tailored small business development assistance to Native Americans; ``(3) carry out the program to provide assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations and small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of those groups; ``(4) administer and manage Native American outreach expansion; ``(5) enhance assistance to Native Americans by formulating and promoting policies, programs, and assistance that better address their entrepreneurial, capital access, business development, and contracting needs, and collaborate with other Associate Administrators and intergovernmental leaders with similar missions across Federal agencies on the development of policies and plans to implement new programs of the Administration, while supplementing existing Federal programs to holistically serve those needs; ``(6) act as an ombudsman for Native Americans for programs of the Administration; ``(7) provide grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or other financial assistance to Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations, or to private nonprofit organizations governed by members of those entities, that have the experience and capability to-- ``(A) deploy training, counseling, workshops, educational outreach, and supplier events; and ``(B) access the entrepreneurial, capital, and contracting programs of the Administration, including the Community Navigator pilot program; ``(8) assist the Administrator in conducting, or conduct, Tribal consultation to solicit input and facilitate discussion of potential modifications to programs and procedures of the Administration; and ``(9) recommend annual budgets for the Office. ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''. <all>

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

To establish an Office of Native American Affairs within the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes. OFFICE OF NATIVE AMERICAN AFFAIRS. ``(3) Native hawaiian organization.--The term `Native Hawaiian Organization' has the meaning given the term in section 8(a)(15). ``(b) Establishment.-- ``(1) In general.--There is established within the Administration the Office of Native American Affairs, which shall be responsible for establishing a working relationship with Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations by targeting programs of the Administration relating to entrepreneurial development, contracting, and capital access to revitalize small business concerns owned and controlled by individuals who are members of Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian Organizations and economic development in Indian country. ``(2) Connection with other programs.--To the extent reasonable, the Office shall connect Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian Organizations to programs administered by other Federal agencies related to the interests described in paragraph (1). ``(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026.''.

S.679

Housing and Community Development

Public Housing Emergency Response Act This bill authorizes additional assistance from the Public Housing Capital Fund to public housing agencies based upon capital need as determined by the agencies' most recent Physical Needs Assessment.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, 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 ``Public Housing Emergency Response Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Housing is a foundational determinant of health and has been recognized as such since the early days of public health. (2) Poor housing conditions contribute to a broad range of infectious diseases, chronic diseases, injuries, childhood development complications, nutrition issues, and mental health challenges. (3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) charges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (referred to in this section as ``HUD'') with providing individuals with a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, including individuals who live in public housing. (4) While public housing is a federally created program overseen by HUD, the properties are owned and managed at the local level by quasi-governmental public housing authorities under contract with the Federal Government. (5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. (6) In enacting the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.), Congress sought to address the needs of low-income individuals through public housing. At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. Public housing was a significant improvement for individuals who had access to it. (7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. (8) By 1990, no significant investment in housing affordable to the lowest-income individuals had been made by the Federal Government in more than 30 years. (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518) prohibited public housing authorities from using any Federal capital funding or operating funding to develop net new housing. (10) More than a decade after the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518), the number of public housing units in the United States began to steadily decline, as more units were torn down than rebuilt. (11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 115)--Federal capital funding has remained relatively level for more than a decade, despite an increasing backlog in unmet capital needs. (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. The largest public housing authority in the United States, the New York City Housing Authority, houses approximately 362,000 residents in 302 developments across New York City. (13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. (14) As of October 2019, the national public housing capital repairs backlog was estimated to stand at more than $70,000,000,000. (15) Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced many residents to live in accelerating substandard living conditions. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. New York City Housing Authority residents suffer from a consistent lack of hot water, insufficient heat during the winter months, rodent and insect infestations, broken elevators, and widespread and recurring lead and mold problems. (16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. (17) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made clear that no level of lead poisoning is safe. Lead poisoning can result in irreversible brain damage and affects every major bodily system. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. (18) Exposure to cold indoor temperatures is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. (19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. (20) For example, one leading study found that children living in public housing have higher odds of asthma than children living in all types of private housing, even after adjusting for individual risk factors, including ethnicity and race, living in a low-income household, and living in a low- income community. (21) The rise of the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced a new level of risk into society in the United States. (22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. One leading study found that counties with a higher percentage of households with poor housing had a higher incidence of, and mortality associated with, COVID-19 and recommended targeted health policies to support individuals living in poor housing conditions in order to mitigate adverse outcomes associated with COVID-19. (23) This is a fixable public health crisis. Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. (24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD. SEC. 3. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated for assistance from the Public Housing Capital Fund under section 9(d) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency. <all>

Public Housing Emergency Response Act

A bill to authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes.

Public Housing Emergency Response Act

Sen. Warren, Elizabeth

D

MA

This bill authorizes additional assistance from the Public Housing Capital Fund to public housing agencies based upon capital need as determined by the agencies' most recent Physical Needs Assessment.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Housing is a foundational determinant of health and has been recognized as such since the early days of public health. (3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) charges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (referred to in this section as ``HUD'') with providing individuals with a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, including individuals who live in public housing. (5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ), Congress sought to address the needs of low-income individuals through public housing. Public housing was a significant improvement for individuals who had access to it. (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518) prohibited public housing authorities from using any Federal capital funding or operating funding to develop net new housing. 2518), the number of public housing units in the United States began to steadily decline, as more units were torn down than rebuilt. (15) Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced many residents to live in accelerating substandard living conditions. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. (16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. (17) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made clear that no level of lead poisoning is safe. Lead poisoning can result in irreversible brain damage and affects every major bodily system. Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. (18) Exposure to cold indoor temperatures is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. One leading study found that counties with a higher percentage of households with poor housing had a higher incidence of, and mortality associated with, COVID-19 and recommended targeted health policies to support individuals living in poor housing conditions in order to mitigate adverse outcomes associated with COVID-19. Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Housing is a foundational determinant of health and has been recognized as such since the early days of public health. (3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) charges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (referred to in this section as ``HUD'') with providing individuals with a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, including individuals who live in public housing. (5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ), Congress sought to address the needs of low-income individuals through public housing. Public housing was a significant improvement for individuals who had access to it. (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518) prohibited public housing authorities from using any Federal capital funding or operating funding to develop net new housing. 2518), the number of public housing units in the United States began to steadily decline, as more units were torn down than rebuilt. (15) Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced many residents to live in accelerating substandard living conditions. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. (17) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made clear that no level of lead poisoning is safe. Lead poisoning can result in irreversible brain damage and affects every major bodily system. Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. One leading study found that counties with a higher percentage of households with poor housing had a higher incidence of, and mortality associated with, COVID-19 and recommended targeted health policies to support individuals living in poor housing conditions in order to mitigate adverse outcomes associated with COVID-19. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, 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. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Housing is a foundational determinant of health and has been recognized as such since the early days of public health. (2) Poor housing conditions contribute to a broad range of infectious diseases, chronic diseases, injuries, childhood development complications, nutrition issues, and mental health challenges. (3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) charges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (referred to in this section as ``HUD'') with providing individuals with a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, including individuals who live in public housing. (5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ), Congress sought to address the needs of low-income individuals through public housing. Public housing was a significant improvement for individuals who had access to it. (7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518) prohibited public housing authorities from using any Federal capital funding or operating funding to develop net new housing. 2518), the number of public housing units in the United States began to steadily decline, as more units were torn down than rebuilt. (11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 115)--Federal capital funding has remained relatively level for more than a decade, despite an increasing backlog in unmet capital needs. (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. (15) Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced many residents to live in accelerating substandard living conditions. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. New York City Housing Authority residents suffer from a consistent lack of hot water, insufficient heat during the winter months, rodent and insect infestations, broken elevators, and widespread and recurring lead and mold problems. (16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. (17) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made clear that no level of lead poisoning is safe. Lead poisoning can result in irreversible brain damage and affects every major bodily system. Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. (18) Exposure to cold indoor temperatures is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. One leading study found that counties with a higher percentage of households with poor housing had a higher incidence of, and mortality associated with, COVID-19 and recommended targeted health policies to support individuals living in poor housing conditions in order to mitigate adverse outcomes associated with COVID-19. (23) This is a fixable public health crisis. Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, 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 ``Public Housing Emergency Response Act''. 2. FINDINGS. The Congress finds the following: (1) Housing is a foundational determinant of health and has been recognized as such since the early days of public health. (2) Poor housing conditions contribute to a broad range of infectious diseases, chronic diseases, injuries, childhood development complications, nutrition issues, and mental health challenges. (3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) charges the Department of Housing and Urban Development (referred to in this section as ``HUD'') with providing individuals with a decent, safe, and affordable place to live, including individuals who live in public housing. (4) While public housing is a federally created program overseen by HUD, the properties are owned and managed at the local level by quasi-governmental public housing authorities under contract with the Federal Government. (5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ), Congress sought to address the needs of low-income individuals through public housing. Public housing was a significant improvement for individuals who had access to it. (7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. (8) By 1990, no significant investment in housing affordable to the lowest-income individuals had been made by the Federal Government in more than 30 years. (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 2518) prohibited public housing authorities from using any Federal capital funding or operating funding to develop net new housing. 2518), the number of public housing units in the United States began to steadily decline, as more units were torn down than rebuilt. (11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 115)--Federal capital funding has remained relatively level for more than a decade, despite an increasing backlog in unmet capital needs. (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. (13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. (14) As of October 2019, the national public housing capital repairs backlog was estimated to stand at more than $70,000,000,000. (15) Federal disinvestment in public housing has forced many residents to live in accelerating substandard living conditions. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. New York City Housing Authority residents suffer from a consistent lack of hot water, insufficient heat during the winter months, rodent and insect infestations, broken elevators, and widespread and recurring lead and mold problems. (16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. (17) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has made clear that no level of lead poisoning is safe. Lead poisoning can result in irreversible brain damage and affects every major bodily system. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. (18) Exposure to cold indoor temperatures is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. (19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. (21) The rise of the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced a new level of risk into society in the United States. (22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. One leading study found that counties with a higher percentage of households with poor housing had a higher incidence of, and mortality associated with, COVID-19 and recommended targeted health policies to support individuals living in poor housing conditions in order to mitigate adverse outcomes associated with COVID-19. (23) This is a fixable public health crisis. Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. (24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ( At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. 16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. ( Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. ( 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. ( 24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. ( For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( 22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. ( For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( 22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ( At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. 16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. ( Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. ( 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. ( 24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. ( For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( 22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ( At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. 16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. ( Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. ( 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. ( 24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. ( For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( 22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ( At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. 16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. ( Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. ( 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. ( 24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (9) In 1998, the enactment of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998 (title V of Public Law 105-276; 112 Stat. 11) With the exception of an infusion of funding from the economic stimulus legislation in 2009--the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Public Law 111-5; 123 Stat. 13) The Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development remains the primary source of funding public housing authorities rely on to address necessary infrastructure upgrades and repairs. ( For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. At high levels, lead poisoning can cause anemia, multi-organ damage, seizures, coma, and death in children. 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( 22) Poor housing conditions have been linked with worse health outcomes and infectious disease spread. 1437g(d)) $70,000,000,000, which-- (1) shall remain available until expended; and (2) notwithstanding subsections (c)(1) and (d)(2) of such section 9, shall be allocated to public housing agencies based on the extent of the capital needs of those public housing agencies, as determined according to the most recent physical needs assessment required under section 905.300(a) of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, of each public housing agency.

To authorize additional monies to the Public Housing Capital Fund of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. 3) The United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437 et seq.) 5) Thus, the public housing program is governed in part by Federal rules and regulations and in part by policies enacted at the local level. ( At the time of enactment of that Act, the housing stock of the United States was of very poor quality. 7) However, over the years the living conditions in public housing began to deteriorate as the operational needs of the units and costs necessary to remedy major capital deficiencies began to outpace the level of funding provided by the Federal Government and the rent contributions of residents. ( (12) Today, there are approximately 1,200,000 units of public housing across the United States receiving Federal funding. For example, the New York City Housing Authority has a capital repair backlog currently estimated at more than $40,000,000,000. 16) Substandard housing conditions, such as poor ventilation, pest infestations, and water leaks, are directly associated with the development and exacerbation of respiratory diseases like asthma. ( Even with the lowest levels of lead exposure, children experience physical, cognitive, and neurobehavioral impairment, as well as lower IQ levels, lower class standing in high school, greater absenteeism, lower vocabulary and grammatical-reasoning scores, and poorer hand-eye coordination relative to other children. ( 19) Due to its aging infrastructure, the living conditions in public housing are causing severe health consequences for public housing residents throughout the United States, including asthma, respiratory illness, and elevated blood lead levels. ( Federal disinvestment in public housing has consequences, and aging infrastructure is, in many cases, the root cause of many of the health issues described in this section for residents. ( 24) Therefore, it is necessary to reinvest in public housing, provide the money needed to fulfill outstanding capital needs, and to again ensure that all people of the United States have a decent home and suitable living environment, as is the charge of HUD.

S.299

Science, Technology, Communications

Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act or the SAFE TECH Act This bill limits federal liability protection that applies to a user or provider of an interactive computer service (e.g., a social media company) for claims related to content provided by third parties. Specifically, the bill applies the liability protection to claims arising from third-party speech rather than third-party information. Additionally, the liability protection shall not apply if a user or provider (1) accepts payment to make the speech available, or (2) creates or funds (in whole or in part) the speech. The bill changes legal procedures concerning the liability protection by (1) requiring a defendant in a lawsuit to raise the liability protection as an affirmative defense, and (2) placing the burden of proving that the defense applies on the defendant. Some courts have held that the current liability protection bars claims for civil penalties and injunctive relief. The bill expressly excludes from the liability protection requests for injunctive relief arising from a provider's failure to remove, restrict access to, or prevent dissemination of material likely to cause irreparable harm. However, the bill protects a provider from liability for actions taken to comply with such injunctions. Under current law, the liability protection does not apply to federal criminal law, intellectual property law, and other designated areas of law. The bill further specifies that the liability protection shall not apply to civil rights law; antitrust law; stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws; international human rights law; and civil actions for wrongful death.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. 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 ``Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act'' or the ``SAFE TECH Act''. SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT IMPROVEMENTS. Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``No provider'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), no provider''; (ii) by striking ``any information'' and inserting ``any speech''; (iii) by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, unless the provider or user has accepted payment to make the speech available or, in whole or in part, created or funded the creation of the speech''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Affirmative defense.--In any action in which the defendant raises subparagraph (A) as a defense, the defendant shall have the burden of persuasion, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant is a provider or user of an interactive computer service and is being treated as the publisher or speaker of speech provided by another information content provider.''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ``(B) Limitation of liability.--In the case of an interactive computer service provider that complies with an order granting injunctive relief described in subparagraph (A), such compliance shall not subject the interactive computer service provider to liability for removing, restricting access to or availability of, or preventing dissemination of material subject to the order.''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code. ``(10) No effect on wrongful death actions.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any civil action for a wrongful death.''. <all>

SAFE TECH Act

A bill to amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections.

SAFE TECH Act Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act

Sen. Warner, Mark R.

D

VA

This bill limits federal liability protection that applies to a user or provider of an interactive computer service (e.g., a social media company) for claims related to content provided by third parties. Specifically, the bill applies the liability protection to claims arising from third-party speech rather than third-party information. Additionally, the liability protection shall not apply if a user or provider (1) accepts payment to make the speech available, or (2) creates or funds (in whole or in part) the speech. The bill changes legal procedures concerning the liability protection by (1) requiring a defendant in a lawsuit to raise the liability protection as an affirmative defense, and (2) placing the burden of proving that the defense applies on the defendant. Some courts have held that the current liability protection bars claims for civil penalties and injunctive relief. The bill expressly excludes from the liability protection requests for injunctive relief arising from a provider's failure to remove, restrict access to, or prevent dissemination of material likely to cause irreparable harm. However, the bill protects a provider from liability for actions taken to comply with such injunctions. Under current law, the liability protection does not apply to federal criminal law, intellectual property law, and other designated areas of law. The bill further specifies that the liability protection shall not apply to civil rights law; antitrust law; stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws; international human rights law; and civil actions for wrongful death.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. 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 ``Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act'' or the ``SAFE TECH Act''. SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT IMPROVEMENTS. 230) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``No provider'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), no provider''; (ii) by striking ``any information'' and inserting ``any speech''; (iii) by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, unless the provider or user has accepted payment to make the speech available or, in whole or in part, created or funded the creation of the speech''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Affirmative defense.--In any action in which the defendant raises subparagraph (A) as a defense, the defendant shall have the burden of persuasion, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant is a provider or user of an interactive computer service and is being treated as the publisher or speaker of speech provided by another information content provider. ``(B) Limitation of liability.--In the case of an interactive computer service provider that complies with an order granting injunctive relief described in subparagraph (A), such compliance shall not subject the interactive computer service provider to liability for removing, restricting access to or availability of, or preventing dissemination of material subject to the order. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(10) No effect on wrongful death actions.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any civil action for a wrongful death.''.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. 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 ``Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act'' or the ``SAFE TECH Act''. SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT IMPROVEMENTS. 230) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``No provider'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), no provider''; (ii) by striking ``any information'' and inserting ``any speech''; (iii) by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, unless the provider or user has accepted payment to make the speech available or, in whole or in part, created or funded the creation of the speech''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Affirmative defense.--In any action in which the defendant raises subparagraph (A) as a defense, the defendant shall have the burden of persuasion, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant is a provider or user of an interactive computer service and is being treated as the publisher or speaker of speech provided by another information content provider. ``(B) Limitation of liability.--In the case of an interactive computer service provider that complies with an order granting injunctive relief described in subparagraph (A), such compliance shall not subject the interactive computer service provider to liability for removing, restricting access to or availability of, or preventing dissemination of material subject to the order. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. 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 ``Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act'' or the ``SAFE TECH Act''. SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT IMPROVEMENTS. Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``No provider'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), no provider''; (ii) by striking ``any information'' and inserting ``any speech''; (iii) by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, unless the provider or user has accepted payment to make the speech available or, in whole or in part, created or funded the creation of the speech''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Affirmative defense.--In any action in which the defendant raises subparagraph (A) as a defense, the defendant shall have the burden of persuasion, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant is a provider or user of an interactive computer service and is being treated as the publisher or speaker of speech provided by another information content provider.''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ``(B) Limitation of liability.--In the case of an interactive computer service provider that complies with an order granting injunctive relief described in subparagraph (A), such compliance shall not subject the interactive computer service provider to liability for removing, restricting access to or availability of, or preventing dissemination of material subject to the order.''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code. ``(10) No effect on wrongful death actions.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any civil action for a wrongful death.''. <all>

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. 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 ``Safeguarding Against Fraud, Exploitation, Threats, Extremism, and Consumer Harms Act'' or the ``SAFE TECH Act''. SEC. 2. COMMUNICATIONS DECENCY ACT IMPROVEMENTS. Section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 230) is amended-- (1) in subsection (c)-- (A) in paragraph (1)-- (i) by striking ``No provider'' and inserting the following: ``(A) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), no provider''; (ii) by striking ``any information'' and inserting ``any speech''; (iii) by inserting before the period at the end the following: ``, unless the provider or user has accepted payment to make the speech available or, in whole or in part, created or funded the creation of the speech''; and (iv) by adding at the end the following: ``(B) Affirmative defense.--In any action in which the defendant raises subparagraph (A) as a defense, the defendant shall have the burden of persuasion, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant is a provider or user of an interactive computer service and is being treated as the publisher or speaker of speech provided by another information content provider.''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ``(B) Limitation of liability.--In the case of an interactive computer service provider that complies with an order granting injunctive relief described in subparagraph (A), such compliance shall not subject the interactive computer service provider to liability for removing, restricting access to or availability of, or preventing dissemination of material subject to the order.''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code. ``(10) No effect on wrongful death actions.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any civil action for a wrongful death.''. <all>

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. ''; and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(7) No effect on antitrust laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under Federal or State antitrust law.

To amend section 230 of the Communications Act of 1934 to reaffirm civil rights, victims' rights, and consumer protections. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. ''; (B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) Exclusion from `good samaritan' immunity.-- ``(A) Injunctive relief.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any request for injunctive relief arising from the failure of an interactive computer service provider to remove, restrict access to or availability of, or prevent dissemination of material that is likely to cause irreparable harm. and (2) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following: ``(6) No effect on civil rights laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit, impair, or prevent any action alleging discrimination on the basis of any protected class, or conduct that has the effect or consequence of discriminating on the basis of any protected class, under any Federal or State law. ``(8) No effect on stalking, harassment, or intimidation laws.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action alleging stalking, cyberstalking, harassment, cyberharassment, or intimidation based, in whole or in part, on sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, or physical or mental disability brought under Federal or State law. ``(9) No effect on international human rights law.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent, impair, or limit any action brought under section 1350 of title 28, United States Code.

S.1826

Health

Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021 This bill requires coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) of screening blood lead tests. Specifically, CHIP must cover a child's test once at the age of 12 months and once at the age of 24 months, or once between the ages of 24 months and 72 months if the child has never been assessed, as well as testing at such other times as recommended by a child's health care provider. The bill also provides statutory authority for these requirements (regarding testing intervals) for state Medicaid programs.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid 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 ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING A STATE CHILD HEALTH PLAN TO INCLUDE COVERAGE OF SCREENING BLOOD LEAD TESTS; CODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT UNDER MEDICAID. (a) CHIP.-- (1) In general.--Section 2103 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1397cc) is amended-- (A) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``paragraphs (5), (6), (7) and (8)'' and inserting ``paragraphs (5) through (12)''; and (B) in subsection (c), by adding at the end the following: ``(12) Coverage of screening blood lead tests.-- ``(A) In general.--The child health assistance provided to a targeted low-income child shall include coverage of screening blood lead tests appropriate for age and risk factors and at the times and in the amounts specified in subparagraph (B). ``(B) Specified times and amounts.--The times and amounts specified in this subparagraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and a targeted low-income child, the following: ``(i) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(ii) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(iii) in the case of a targeted low- income child with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(iv) in the case of any targeted low- income child, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the child's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 82), the following: ``(8)(A) The number of children provided a screening blood lead test appropriate for age and risk factors in accordance with paragraph (12) of section 2103(c), at the times and in the amounts specified in subparagraph (B) of such paragraph. ``(B) The number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for child health assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests.''. (B) Technical amendment.--Section 4302(b)(1)(B) of Public Law 111-148 is amended by inserting ``, as added by section 402(a) of Public Law 111-3,'' after ``(42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. (3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. (B) Exception for state legislation.--In the case of a State child health plan under title XXI of the Social Security Act (or a waiver of such plan), which the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines requires State legislation in order for the respective plan (or waiver) to meet any requirement imposed by the amendments made by this subsection, the respective plan (or waiver) shall not be regarded as failing to comply with the requirements of such title solely on the basis of its failure to meet such an additional requirement before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the close of the 1st regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of enactment of this section. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. (b) Medicaid.-- (1) Specified times for screening blood lead tests.-- Section 1905(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(r)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (1)(B)(iv), by inserting ``and at the times and in the amounts specified in paragraph (6)'' after ``factors''; and (B) by inserting after paragraph (5) the following: ``(6) The times and amounts specified in this paragraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and an individual, the following: ``(A) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(B) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(C) in the case of an individual with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(D) in the case of any individual who is eligible under the plan and is under the age of 21, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the individual's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.--Section 1902(a)(43)(D) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396a(a)(43)(D)) is amended-- (A) in clause (iii), by striking ``section 2108(e) and'' and inserting ``section 2108(e),''; (B) in clause (iv), by striking the semicolon and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after clause (iv) the following: ``(v)(I) the number of children provided a screening blood lead test appropriate for age and risk factors in accordance with paragraph (1)(B)(iv) of section 1905(r), at the times and in the amounts specified in paragraph (6) of such section, and ``(II) the number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for medical assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests;''. (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. SEC. 3. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. Section 317O of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247b-16) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (e) and (f), respectively; (2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following: ``(c) Grants for Purposes of State Coordination.--For purposes of supporting State coordination of operations and activities as described in subsection (b), the Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall award additional grants to States receiving amounts under subsection (a) to support the following activities in such States: ``(1) Development or maintenance of a State-based registry of data related to blood lead testing of children up to 6 years of age, which includes data on the number of children up 72 months of age tested for lead, the prevalence of confirmed elevated blood lead levels in tested children less than 6 years of age, and the insurance status of children tested for lead at less than 6 years of age. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(3) Regular reporting, as defined by the Secretary, of blood lead testing data for children up to 72 months of age regardless of the payor or source of funding for such blood lead testing. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies.''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''. <all>

Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021

A bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes.

Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021

Sen. Menendez, Robert

D

NJ

This bill requires coverage under the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) of screening blood lead tests. Specifically, CHIP must cover a child's test once at the age of 12 months and once at the age of 24 months, or once between the ages of 24 months and 72 months if the child has never been assessed, as well as testing at such other times as recommended by a child's health care provider. The bill also provides statutory authority for these requirements (regarding testing intervals) for state Medicaid programs.

SHORT TITLE. ``(B) Specified times and amounts.--The times and amounts specified in this subparagraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and a targeted low-income child, the following: ``(i) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(ii) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(iii) in the case of a targeted low- income child with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(iv) in the case of any targeted low- income child, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the child's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. (B) Exception for state legislation.--In the case of a State child health plan under title XXI of the Social Security Act (or a waiver of such plan), which the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines requires State legislation in order for the respective plan (or waiver) to meet any requirement imposed by the amendments made by this subsection, the respective plan (or waiver) shall not be regarded as failing to comply with the requirements of such title solely on the basis of its failure to meet such an additional requirement before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the close of the 1st regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of enactment of this section. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. SEC. 3. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

SHORT TITLE. ``(B) Specified times and amounts.--The times and amounts specified in this subparagraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and a targeted low-income child, the following: ``(i) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(ii) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(iii) in the case of a targeted low- income child with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(iv) in the case of any targeted low- income child, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the child's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. SEC. 3. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. REQUIRING A STATE CHILD HEALTH PLAN TO INCLUDE COVERAGE OF SCREENING BLOOD LEAD TESTS; CODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT UNDER MEDICAID. ``(B) Specified times and amounts.--The times and amounts specified in this subparagraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and a targeted low-income child, the following: ``(i) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(ii) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(iii) in the case of a targeted low- income child with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(iv) in the case of any targeted low- income child, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the child's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 1397hh(e))''. (B) Exception for state legislation.--In the case of a State child health plan under title XXI of the Social Security Act (or a waiver of such plan), which the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines requires State legislation in order for the respective plan (or waiver) to meet any requirement imposed by the amendments made by this subsection, the respective plan (or waiver) shall not be regarded as failing to comply with the requirements of such title solely on the basis of its failure to meet such an additional requirement before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the close of the 1st regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of enactment of this section. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. 1396a(a)(43)(D)) is amended-- (A) in clause (iii), by striking ``section 2108(e) and'' and inserting ``section 2108(e),''; (B) in clause (iv), by striking the semicolon and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after clause (iv) the following: ``(v)(I) the number of children provided a screening blood lead test appropriate for age and risk factors in accordance with paragraph (1)(B)(iv) of section 1905(r), at the times and in the amounts specified in paragraph (6) of such section, and ``(II) the number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for medical assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests;''. (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. SEC. 3. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid 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 ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. REQUIRING A STATE CHILD HEALTH PLAN TO INCLUDE COVERAGE OF SCREENING BLOOD LEAD TESTS; CODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT UNDER MEDICAID. (a) CHIP.-- (1) In general.--Section 2103 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(B) Specified times and amounts.--The times and amounts specified in this subparagraph are, with respect to coverage of screening blood lead tests and a targeted low-income child, the following: ``(i) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 12 months; ``(ii) 1 screening blood lead test at the age of 24 months; ``(iii) in the case of a targeted low- income child with no record of any screening blood lead test having been performed and who is between the ages of 24 months and 72 months, 1 screening blood lead test; and ``(iv) in the case of any targeted low- income child, 1 or more screening blood lead tests at other such times as are recommended by the child's health care provider.''. (2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 1397hh(e))''. (B) Exception for state legislation.--In the case of a State child health plan under title XXI of the Social Security Act (or a waiver of such plan), which the Secretary of Health and Human Services determines requires State legislation in order for the respective plan (or waiver) to meet any requirement imposed by the amendments made by this subsection, the respective plan (or waiver) shall not be regarded as failing to comply with the requirements of such title solely on the basis of its failure to meet such an additional requirement before the 1st day of the 1st calendar quarter beginning after the close of the 1st regular session of the State legislature that begins after the date of enactment of this section. For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. 1396a(a)(43)(D)) is amended-- (A) in clause (iii), by striking ``section 2108(e) and'' and inserting ``section 2108(e),''; (B) in clause (iv), by striking the semicolon and inserting ``, and''; and (C) by inserting after clause (iv) the following: ``(v)(I) the number of children provided a screening blood lead test appropriate for age and risk factors in accordance with paragraph (1)(B)(iv) of section 1905(r), at the times and in the amounts specified in paragraph (6) of such section, and ``(II) the number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for medical assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests;''. (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. SEC. 3. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. 247b-16) is amended-- (1) by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (e) and (f), respectively; (2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following: ``(c) Grants for Purposes of State Coordination.--For purposes of supporting State coordination of operations and activities as described in subsection (b), the Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall award additional grants to States receiving amounts under subsection (a) to support the following activities in such States: ``(1) Development or maintenance of a State-based registry of data related to blood lead testing of children up to 6 years of age, which includes data on the number of children up 72 months of age tested for lead, the prevalence of confirmed elevated blood lead levels in tested children less than 6 years of age, and the insurance status of children tested for lead at less than 6 years of age. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. ``(B) The number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for child health assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests.''. ( B) Technical amendment.--Section 4302(b)(1)(B) of Public Law 111-148 is amended by inserting ``, as added by section 402(a) of Public Law 111-3,'' after ``(42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. ( For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. ( C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(3) Regular reporting, as defined by the Secretary, of blood lead testing data for children up to 72 months of age regardless of the payor or source of funding for such blood lead testing. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. ``(B) The number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for child health assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests.''. ( B) Technical amendment.--Section 4302(b)(1)(B) of Public Law 111-148 is amended by inserting ``, as added by section 402(a) of Public Law 111-3,'' after ``(42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. ( For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. ( C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(3) Regular reporting, as defined by the Secretary, of blood lead testing data for children up to 72 months of age regardless of the payor or source of funding for such blood lead testing. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. ``(B) The number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for child health assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests.''. ( B) Technical amendment.--Section 4302(b)(1)(B) of Public Law 111-148 is amended by inserting ``, as added by section 402(a) of Public Law 111-3,'' after ``(42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. ( For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. ( C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(3) Regular reporting, as defined by the Secretary, of blood lead testing data for children up to 72 months of age regardless of the payor or source of funding for such blood lead testing. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Preventing Lead Poisoning Act of 2021''. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. ``(B) The number of screening blood lead tests conducted in the State in the fiscal year for all children eligible for child health assistance up to 72 months of age, without regard to the payor or source of funding for such screening blood lead tests.''. ( B) Technical amendment.--Section 4302(b)(1)(B) of Public Law 111-148 is amended by inserting ``, as added by section 402(a) of Public Law 111-3,'' after ``(42 U.S.C. 1397hh(e))''. ( For purposes of the previous sentence, in the case of a State that has a 2-year legislative session, each year of the session shall be considered to be a separate regular session of the State legislature. ( C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. GRANTS FOR LEAD POISONING RELATED ACTIVITIES. ``(2) Development or maintenance of data-linking capabilities between the State health department and State Medicaid office with respect to blood lead testing for children up to 72 months of age. ``(3) Regular reporting, as defined by the Secretary, of blood lead testing data for children up to 72 months of age regardless of the payor or source of funding for such blood lead testing. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 87) as subsection (f); and (ii) by adding at the end of the subsection (e) added by section 402(a) of such Act (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. 3) Effective date.-- (A) In general.--Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C), the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect with respect to child health assistance provided on or after the date that is 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act. ( (C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( (c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments. ``(d) Best Practices.--The Secretary, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall publish best practices for data collection standards related to childhood blood lead testing, with the aim of improving data standardization across relevant State agencies. ''; and (3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated, by striking ``such sums as may be necessary for each of the fiscal years 2001 through 2005'' and inserting ``$5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 and 2023''.

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to require a State child health plan to include coverage of screening blood lead tests, to codify such requirement under the Medicaid program, and for other purposes. 2) Reporting requirements.-- (A) In general.--Section 2108 of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1397hh) is amended-- (i) by redesignating the subsection (e) added by section 501(e)(2) of the Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (Public Law 111-3, 123 Stat. ( C) Technical amendment.--The amendment made by paragraph (2)(B) shall take effect as if included in the enactment of Public Law 111-148. ( c) Clarification.--None of the amendments made by this section shall be construed as prohibiting a State from providing coverage of screening blood lead tests under title XIX or XXI of the Social Security Act at a frequency that is greater than the frequency described in such amendments or to an individual outside of the ages described in such amendments.

H.R.7997

Health

Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act This bill temporarily establishes geographic adjustments for certain Medicare Advantage payment formulations, and specifies that a certain percentage of corresponding payment increases must be directed toward payments for basic benefits. It also requires U.S. territories to establish Medicare Savings Programs (currently optional in the territories).

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. 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 ``Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act''. SEC. 2. ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN MEDICARE ADVANTAGE BENCHMARK LEVELS BASED ON PENETRATION. (a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. For the purposes of the previous sentence, the Secretary may define the term `average geographic adjustment' under subparagraph (A) by program instruction or otherwise.''. (b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. SEC. 3. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES. Section 1905(p)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(p)(4)) is amended by inserting ``for fiscal years through 2022'' after ``Columbia)''. <all>

Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee-for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions.

Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act

Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer

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This bill temporarily establishes geographic adjustments for certain Medicare Advantage payment formulations, and specifies that a certain percentage of corresponding payment increases must be directed toward payments for basic benefits. It also requires U.S. territories to establish Medicare Savings Programs (currently optional in the territories).

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. 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 ``Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act''. SEC. 2. ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN MEDICARE ADVANTAGE BENCHMARK LEVELS BASED ON PENETRATION. (a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. For the purposes of the previous sentence, the Secretary may define the term `average geographic adjustment' under subparagraph (A) by program instruction or otherwise.''. (b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. SEC. 3. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES. Section 1905(p)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(p)(4)) is amended by inserting ``for fiscal years through 2022'' after ``Columbia)''. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. 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 ``Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act''. SEC. 2. ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN MEDICARE ADVANTAGE BENCHMARK LEVELS BASED ON PENETRATION. (a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. For the purposes of the previous sentence, the Secretary may define the term `average geographic adjustment' under subparagraph (A) by program instruction or otherwise.''. (b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. SEC. 3. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES. Section 1905(p)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(p)(4)) is amended by inserting ``for fiscal years through 2022'' after ``Columbia)''. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. 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 ``Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act''. SEC. 2. ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN MEDICARE ADVANTAGE BENCHMARK LEVELS BASED ON PENETRATION. (a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. For the purposes of the previous sentence, the Secretary may define the term `average geographic adjustment' under subparagraph (A) by program instruction or otherwise.''. (b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. SEC. 3. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES. Section 1905(p)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(p)(4)) is amended by inserting ``for fiscal years through 2022'' after ``Columbia)''. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. 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 ``Achieving Equity in the Treatment of Dual Eligible Beneficiaries Act''. SEC. 2. ADDRESSING DISPARITIES IN MEDICARE ADVANTAGE BENCHMARK LEVELS BASED ON PENETRATION. (a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. For the purposes of the previous sentence, the Secretary may define the term `average geographic adjustment' under subparagraph (A) by program instruction or otherwise.''. (b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. SEC. 3. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES. Section 1905(p)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(p)(4)) is amended by inserting ``for fiscal years through 2022'' after ``Columbia)''. <all>

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. b) Ensuring Plan Payments Flow to Providers and Patients.--Section 1854(a)(6) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a floor in Medicare Advantage benchmark rates for regions with low Medicare fee- for-service penetration and to make the Medicare Savings Program available in all jurisdictions. a) In General.--Section 1853(n) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395w-23(n)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``subsequent year'' and inserting ``subsequent year, subject to paragraph (6),''; and (2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Average geographic adjustment floor.--For 2024 and subsequent years, when calculating the adjusted average per capita cost under section 1876(a)(4) for the purposes of establishing the base payment amount specified in paragraph (2)(E), the average geographic adjustment shall not be less than 0.70 for any area. 1395w-24(a)(6)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Ensuring increased payments support care.-- With respect to the increase in blended benchmark amount attributable to the application of section 1853(n)(6), no less than 50 percent shall be directed toward payment for basic benefits as defined in section 1852(a)(1)(B).''. EXPANDING THE MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM TO THE TERRITORIES.

H.R.3242

Education

Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021 or the USA Civics Act of 2021 This bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the American History for Freedom grant program. The bill renames the program as the American Civics Education Program. The bill authorizes the Department of Education to award grants to institutions of higher education (IHEs) once every three years to establish or strengthen academic programs to promote American political thought and history; the history, achievements, and impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally; and the means of participation in political and civic life. Currently, these grants are awarded to IHEs for three years and are focused on traditional American history and the history and achievements of Western civilization. IHEs may use grants to support additional activities, such as collaborating with federal or state humanities programs and using open educational resources.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant 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 ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMERICAN CIVICS EDUCATION PROGRAM. Section 805 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1161e) is amended-- (1) in the section heading, by striking ``history for freedom'' and inserting ``civics education program''; (2) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``subsection (f)'' and inserting ``subsection (g)''; (B) by striking ``the Secretary is authorized to award three-year grants, on a competitive basis,'' and inserting ``the Secretary is authorized to award grants, once every 3 years and on a competitive basis,''; (C) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) American political thought and history;''; (D) in paragraph (2) by striking ``or'' after the semicolon; (E) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) the history, achievements, and impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally; or''; and (F) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) the means of participation in political and civic life.''; (3) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as defined in section 101.'' and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section.''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry.''; and (C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) American political thought and history.--The term `American political thought and history' means-- ``(A) the significant constitutional, political, intellectual, economic, social, and foreign policy trends and issues that have shaped the course of American history; and ``(B) the key episodes, turning points, texts, and figures involved in the constitutional, political, intellectual, diplomatic, social, and economic history of the United States.''; (4) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``traditional'' and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, which may include the creation or use of open educational resources'' after ``subsection (e)(1)(B)''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) increase access to quality programming that expands knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``traditional American history, free institutions, or Western civilization'' and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life.''; (6) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) Required use of funds.--Funds provided under this section shall be used-- ``(A) for collaboration with local educational agencies for the purpose of providing elementary school and secondary school teachers an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life; and ``(B) to carry out one or more of the following: ``(i) Establishing or strengthening academic programs or centers focused on American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life, which may include-- ``(I) design and implementation of programs of study, courses, lecture series, seminars, and symposia; ``(II) development, publication, and dissemination of instructional materials; ``(III) research; ``(IV) support for faculty teaching in undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate programs; or ``(V) support for graduate and postgraduate fellowships, if applicable. ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. ``(2) Allowable uses of funds.--Funds provided under this section may be used to support-- ``(A) collaboration with entities such as-- ``(i) nonprofit organizations whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section, for assistance in carrying out activities described under subsection (a); and ``(ii) Federal or State humanities programs, which may include those funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities; ``(B) the creation and use of open educational resources on American political thought and history, free institutions, or the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life; and ``(C) other activities that meet the purposes of this section.''; (7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''. <all>

USA Civics Act of 2021

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program.

USA Civics Act of 2021 Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021

Rep. Blumenauer, Earl

D

OR

This bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the American History for Freedom grant program. The bill renames the program as the American Civics Education Program. The bill authorizes the Department of Education to award grants to institutions of higher education (IHEs) once every three years to establish or strengthen academic programs to promote American political thought and history; the history, achievements, and impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally; and the means of participation in political and civic life. Currently, these grants are awarded to IHEs for three years and are focused on traditional American history and the history and achievements of Western civilization. IHEs may use grants to support additional activities, such as collaborating with federal or state humanities programs and using open educational resources.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. AMERICAN CIVICS EDUCATION PROGRAM. Section 805 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ''; (3) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as defined in section 101.'' and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; and (C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) American political thought and history.--The term `American political thought and history' means-- ``(A) the significant constitutional, political, intellectual, economic, social, and foreign policy trends and issues that have shaped the course of American history; and ``(B) the key episodes, turning points, texts, and figures involved in the constitutional, political, intellectual, diplomatic, social, and economic history of the United States. ''; (4) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``traditional'' and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, which may include the creation or use of open educational resources'' after ``subsection (e)(1)(B)''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) increase access to quality programming that expands knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``traditional American history, free institutions, or Western civilization'' and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. ''; (7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. AMERICAN CIVICS EDUCATION PROGRAM. Section 805 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; (4) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``traditional'' and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, which may include the creation or use of open educational resources'' after ``subsection (e)(1)(B)''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) increase access to quality programming that expands knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``traditional American history, free institutions, or Western civilization'' and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. ''; (7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. AMERICAN CIVICS EDUCATION PROGRAM. Section 805 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. ''; (3) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as defined in section 101.'' and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; and (C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) American political thought and history.--The term `American political thought and history' means-- ``(A) the significant constitutional, political, intellectual, economic, social, and foreign policy trends and issues that have shaped the course of American history; and ``(B) the key episodes, turning points, texts, and figures involved in the constitutional, political, intellectual, diplomatic, social, and economic history of the United States. ''; (4) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``traditional'' and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, which may include the creation or use of open educational resources'' after ``subsection (e)(1)(B)''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) increase access to quality programming that expands knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``traditional American history, free institutions, or Western civilization'' and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ''; (6) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) Required use of funds.--Funds provided under this section shall be used-- ``(A) for collaboration with local educational agencies for the purpose of providing elementary school and secondary school teachers an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life; and ``(B) to carry out one or more of the following: ``(i) Establishing or strengthening academic programs or centers focused on American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life, which may include-- ``(I) design and implementation of programs of study, courses, lecture series, seminars, and symposia; ``(II) development, publication, and dissemination of instructional materials; ``(III) research; ``(IV) support for faculty teaching in undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate programs; or ``(V) support for graduate and postgraduate fellowships, if applicable. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. ''; (7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant 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 ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. AMERICAN CIVICS EDUCATION PROGRAM. Section 805 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1161e) is amended-- (1) in the section heading, by striking ``history for freedom'' and inserting ``civics education program''; (2) in subsection (a)-- (A) by striking ``subsection (f)'' and inserting ``subsection (g)''; (B) by striking ``the Secretary is authorized to award three-year grants, on a competitive basis,'' and inserting ``the Secretary is authorized to award grants, once every 3 years and on a competitive basis,''; (C) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) American political thought and history;''; (D) in paragraph (2) by striking ``or'' after the semicolon; (E) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) the history, achievements, and impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally; or''; and (F) by adding at the end the following: ``(4) the means of participation in political and civic life.''; (3) in subsection (b)-- (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``as defined in section 101.'' and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section.''; (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry.''; and (C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following: ``(3) American political thought and history.--The term `American political thought and history' means-- ``(A) the significant constitutional, political, intellectual, economic, social, and foreign policy trends and issues that have shaped the course of American history; and ``(B) the key episodes, turning points, texts, and figures involved in the constitutional, political, intellectual, diplomatic, social, and economic history of the United States.''; (4) in subsection (c)(2)-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``traditional'' and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, which may include the creation or use of open educational resources'' after ``subsection (e)(1)(B)''; (5) in subsection (d)-- (A) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following: ``(1) increase access to quality programming that expands knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life;''; and (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``traditional American history, free institutions, or Western civilization'' and inserting ``American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life.''; (6) by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following: ``(e) Use of Funds.-- ``(1) Required use of funds.--Funds provided under this section shall be used-- ``(A) for collaboration with local educational agencies for the purpose of providing elementary school and secondary school teachers an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life; and ``(B) to carry out one or more of the following: ``(i) Establishing or strengthening academic programs or centers focused on American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life, which may include-- ``(I) design and implementation of programs of study, courses, lecture series, seminars, and symposia; ``(II) development, publication, and dissemination of instructional materials; ``(III) research; ``(IV) support for faculty teaching in undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate programs; or ``(V) support for graduate and postgraduate fellowships, if applicable. ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. ``(2) Allowable uses of funds.--Funds provided under this section may be used to support-- ``(A) collaboration with entities such as-- ``(i) nonprofit organizations whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section, for assistance in carrying out activities described under subsection (a); and ``(ii) Federal or State humanities programs, which may include those funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities; ``(B) the creation and use of open educational resources on American political thought and history, free institutions, or the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life; and ``(C) other activities that meet the purposes of this section.''; (7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''. <all>

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. This Act may be cited as the ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; ( B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. 7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. This Act may be cited as the ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; ( B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. 7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. This Act may be cited as the ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; ( B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. 7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. This Act may be cited as the ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; ( B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. 7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community.

To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve the American History for Freedom grant program. This Act may be cited as the ``Understanding and Studying American Civics Act of 2021'' or the ``USA Civics Act of 2021''. and inserting ``, or a partnership that includes an institution of higher education and one or more nonprofit organizations, whose missions and demonstrated expertise are consistent with the purpose of this section. ''; ( B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``that emerged'' and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ``founded on the principles of representative democracy, constitutional government, individual rights, market economics, religious freedom and religious tolerance, and freedom of thought and inquiry. ''; ``(ii) For teacher preparation initiatives that stress content mastery regarding American political thought and history, free institutions, the impact of American representative democracy and constitutional democracies globally, or the means of participation in political and civic life. ``(iii) To conduct outreach activities to ensure that information about the activities funded under this section is widely disseminated-- ``(I) to undergraduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(II) to graduate students (including students enrolled in teacher education programs, if applicable); ``(III) to faculty; ``(IV) to local educational agencies; and ``(V) within the local community. 7) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); (8) in subsection (g), as redesignated by paragraph (7), by striking ``2009'' and inserting ``2021''; and (9) by inserting after subsection (e) the following: ``(f) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the Secretary to prescribe an American political thought and history curriculum.''.

H.R.609

Transportation and Public Works

This bill requires the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak), on or before June 30, 2021, to convey specific properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia. Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines, but shall not be entitled to compensation for the conveyances.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 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. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. Section 24301 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(p) Expedited Property Conveyance.-- ``(1) On or before June 30, 2021: ``(A) Amtrak shall convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all of its rights and title in-- ``(i) the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including all of Amtrak's passenger stations along that line east of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; ``(ii) all of Amtrak's other passenger stations, excluding Amtrak's William H. Gray III 30th Street Station and North Philadelphia Station, located within the Commonwealth along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and used for commuter rail passenger service as of May 1, 2020; ``(iii) sections of track on or along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor immediately south of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia that are solely used by and maintained by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; and ``(iv) Amtrak's obligations to the United States as determined by the Secretary under subparagraph (C). ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''. <all>

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes.

Rep. Smucker, Lloyd

R

PA

This bill requires the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak), on or before June 30, 2021, to convey specific properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, including the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia. Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines, but shall not be entitled to compensation for the conveyances.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 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. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. Section 24301 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(p) Expedited Property Conveyance.-- ``(1) On or before June 30, 2021: ``(A) Amtrak shall convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all of its rights and title in-- ``(i) the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including all of Amtrak's passenger stations along that line east of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; ``(ii) all of Amtrak's other passenger stations, excluding Amtrak's William H. Gray III 30th Street Station and North Philadelphia Station, located within the Commonwealth along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and used for commuter rail passenger service as of May 1, 2020; ``(iii) sections of track on or along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor immediately south of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia that are solely used by and maintained by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; and ``(iv) Amtrak's obligations to the United States as determined by the Secretary under subparagraph (C). ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''. <all>

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 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. Section 24301 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(p) Expedited Property Conveyance.-- ``(1) On or before June 30, 2021: ``(A) Amtrak shall convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all of its rights and title in-- ``(i) the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including all of Amtrak's passenger stations along that line east of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; ``(ii) all of Amtrak's other passenger stations, excluding Amtrak's William H. Gray III 30th Street Station and North Philadelphia Station, located within the Commonwealth along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and used for commuter rail passenger service as of May 1, 2020; ``(iii) sections of track on or along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor immediately south of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia that are solely used by and maintained by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; and ``(iv) Amtrak's obligations to the United States as determined by the Secretary under subparagraph (C). ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 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. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. Section 24301 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(p) Expedited Property Conveyance.-- ``(1) On or before June 30, 2021: ``(A) Amtrak shall convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all of its rights and title in-- ``(i) the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including all of Amtrak's passenger stations along that line east of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; ``(ii) all of Amtrak's other passenger stations, excluding Amtrak's William H. Gray III 30th Street Station and North Philadelphia Station, located within the Commonwealth along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and used for commuter rail passenger service as of May 1, 2020; ``(iii) sections of track on or along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor immediately south of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia that are solely used by and maintained by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; and ``(iv) Amtrak's obligations to the United States as determined by the Secretary under subparagraph (C). ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''. <all>

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 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. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. Section 24301 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(p) Expedited Property Conveyance.-- ``(1) On or before June 30, 2021: ``(A) Amtrak shall convey to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania all of its rights and title in-- ``(i) the Keystone Line and stations between Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including all of Amtrak's passenger stations along that line east of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; ``(ii) all of Amtrak's other passenger stations, excluding Amtrak's William H. Gray III 30th Street Station and North Philadelphia Station, located within the Commonwealth along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and used for commuter rail passenger service as of May 1, 2020; ``(iii) sections of track on or along Amtrak's Northeast Corridor immediately south of William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in Philadelphia that are solely used by and maintained by Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority; and ``(iv) Amtrak's obligations to the United States as determined by the Secretary under subparagraph (C). ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''. <all>

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. ``(2) Amtrak shall be entitled to no compensation for the conveyances mandated in paragraph (1)(A), and, exclusively for the purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding any other provision of the law, shall be deemed an agency of the United States.''.

To amend title 49, United States Code, to require Amtrak to convey of certain properties to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and for other purposes. EXPEDITED PROPERTY CONVEYANCE. ``(B) Amtrak shall be entitled to use the properties conveyed pursuant to subparagraph (A) on the same terms and conditions and right to determination by the United States Surface Transportation Board as afforded commuter authorities operating over Amtrak's lines pursuant to section 24903. ``(C) The Secretary shall-- ``(i) determine what portion of the note and mortgage the Secretary obtained from Amtrak to secure the amounts paid by the United States to acquire Amtrak's Northeast Corridor should be allocated, based on the original purchase price paid by the United States, to the properties to be conveyed under subparagraph (A); and ``(ii) at the time of the conveyance under subparagraph (A), assign that portion of the note and mortgage to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

S.875

Immigration

Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021 This bill makes state or local governments that violate immigration laws ineligible for federal financial assistance. A governmental entity shall be ineligible if it (1) violates federal law by prohibiting its officials from communicating with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the immigration status of any individual, (2) restricts compliance with DHS detainer requests, or (3) has any laws or policies that violate immigration laws. (A DHS detainer request is an order or request to a state or local government to temporarily hold or transport an alien for transfer into federal custody or notify DHS before releasing an alien from custody.) A government or law enforcement officer that complies with a DHS detainer request shall be acting under the color of federal authority, for the purposes of liability or immunity in a lawsuit filed by the detained individual. The bill makes it unlawful for a state or local government to discharge or discriminate against one of its law enforcement officers for complying with a DHS retainer request.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, 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 ``Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``detainer'' means any order or request by the Secretary of Homeland Security-- (A) to temporarily hold an alien in custody until such alien may be taken into Federal custody; (B) to transport an alien for transfer to Federal custody; or (C) to notify the Secretary of Homeland Security before the release of an alien from State or local custody. (2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). (3) The term ``unit of local government'' has the meaning given such term under section 901(a)(3) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251(a)(3)). SEC. 3. INELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL GRANTS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS THAT VIOLATE THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. (b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. SEC. 4. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH DETAINER. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. SEC. 5. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. Section 15(a) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. 215(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) in the case of a State or unit of local government, to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any law enforcement officer of that State or unit of local government because such law enforcement officer has taken any action to comply with a detainer (as such term is defined in section 2 of the Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021) issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security.''. <all>

Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021

A bill to make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes.

Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021

Sen. Kennedy, John

R

LA

This bill makes state or local governments that violate immigration laws ineligible for federal financial assistance. A governmental entity shall be ineligible if it (1) violates federal law by prohibiting its officials from communicating with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the immigration status of any individual, (2) restricts compliance with DHS detainer requests, or (3) has any laws or policies that violate immigration laws. (A DHS detainer request is an order or request to a state or local government to temporarily hold or transport an alien for transfer into federal custody or notify DHS before releasing an alien from custody.) A government or law enforcement officer that complies with a DHS detainer request shall be acting under the color of federal authority, for the purposes of liability or immunity in a lawsuit filed by the detained individual. The bill makes it unlawful for a state or local government to discharge or discriminate against one of its law enforcement officers for complying with a DHS retainer request.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, 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 ``Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``detainer'' means any order or request by the Secretary of Homeland Security-- (A) to temporarily hold an alien in custody until such alien may be taken into Federal custody; (B) to transport an alien for transfer to Federal custody; or (C) to notify the Secretary of Homeland Security before the release of an alien from State or local custody. 1101). (3) The term ``unit of local government'' has the meaning given such term under section 901(a)(3) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251(a)(3)). 3. INELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL GRANTS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS THAT VIOLATE THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. (b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. 4. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH DETAINER. SEC. 5. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. Section 15(a) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. 215(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) in the case of a State or unit of local government, to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any law enforcement officer of that State or unit of local government because such law enforcement officer has taken any action to comply with a detainer (as such term is defined in section 2 of the Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021) issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security.''.

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 ``Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``detainer'' means any order or request by the Secretary of Homeland Security-- (A) to temporarily hold an alien in custody until such alien may be taken into Federal custody; (B) to transport an alien for transfer to Federal custody; or (C) to notify the Secretary of Homeland Security before the release of an alien from State or local custody. 1101). 3. INELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL GRANTS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS THAT VIOLATE THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. (b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. 4. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH DETAINER. SEC. 5. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. 215(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) in the case of a State or unit of local government, to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any law enforcement officer of that State or unit of local government because such law enforcement officer has taken any action to comply with a detainer (as such term is defined in section 2 of the Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021) issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security.''.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, 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 ``Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``detainer'' means any order or request by the Secretary of Homeland Security-- (A) to temporarily hold an alien in custody until such alien may be taken into Federal custody; (B) to transport an alien for transfer to Federal custody; or (C) to notify the Secretary of Homeland Security before the release of an alien from State or local custody. (2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). (3) The term ``unit of local government'' has the meaning given such term under section 901(a)(3) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251(a)(3)). SEC. 3. INELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL GRANTS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS THAT VIOLATE THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. (b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. SEC. 4. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH DETAINER. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. SEC. 5. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. Section 15(a) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. 215(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) in the case of a State or unit of local government, to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any law enforcement officer of that State or unit of local government because such law enforcement officer has taken any action to comply with a detainer (as such term is defined in section 2 of the Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021) issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security.''. <all>

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, 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 ``Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``detainer'' means any order or request by the Secretary of Homeland Security-- (A) to temporarily hold an alien in custody until such alien may be taken into Federal custody; (B) to transport an alien for transfer to Federal custody; or (C) to notify the Secretary of Homeland Security before the release of an alien from State or local custody. (2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). (3) The term ``unit of local government'' has the meaning given such term under section 901(a)(3) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10251(a)(3)). SEC. 3. INELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL GRANTS OF CERTAIN JURISDICTIONS THAT VIOLATE THE IMMIGRATION LAWS. (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. (b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. SEC. 4. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR COMPLIANCE WITH DETAINER. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. SEC. 5. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT. Section 15(a) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. 215(a)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (5), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; or''; and (2) by adding at the end the following: ``(6) in the case of a State or unit of local government, to discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any law enforcement officer of that State or unit of local government because such law enforcement officer has taken any action to comply with a detainer (as such term is defined in section 2 of the Ending Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021) issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security.''. <all>

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. 2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). ( (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. ( c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. 2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). ( (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. ( c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. 2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). ( (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. ( c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. 2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). ( (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. ( c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. b) Annual Determination of Ineligible Jurisdictions.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall-- (1) determine which States and units of local government are ineligible jurisdictions based on the criteria set forth in subsection (a); and (2) submit a list of such ineligible jurisdictions, including the specific criteria upon which each such determination was based, to Congress. (c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law.

To make any city or county that has in effect any law or ordinance that is in violation of Federal immigration law ineligible for any Federal grant, and for other purposes. 2) The term ``immigration laws'' has the meaning given such term under section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101). ( (a) Ineligible Jurisdictions.--A State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction for purposes of this section if such State or unit of local government-- (1) violates section 642 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373); (2) otherwise restricts compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security; or (3) has any law or policy in effect that violates the immigration laws. ( c) Prohibition on Federal Financial Assistance.--A State or unit of local government may not receive any Federal financial assistance (as such term is defined in section 7501(a)(5) of title 31, United States Code) for the fiscal year following any fiscal year in which the Secretary of Homeland Security determines that such State or unit of local government is an ineligible jurisdiction under this section. A State or unit of local government, and any law enforcement officer of such State or unit of local government, acting in compliance with a detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall be considered to be acting under color of Federal authority for purposes of determining liability, and immunity from suit, in any civil action brought by the alien under Federal or State law. WORKPLACE PROTECTIONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT.

H.R.5065

Transportation and Public Works

Red Light Act This bill directs the Department of Transportation to withhold from states allocations of federal highway funds in FY2021 and thereafter if such states enact laws that provide drivers' licenses or other identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Red Light Act''. SEC. 2. WITHHOLDING OF FUNDS FOR PROVIDING IDENTIFICATION CARDS TO CERTAIN ALIENS. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens ``(a) Withholding of Funds for Noncompliance.--For fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall withhold 100 percent of the amount required to be apportioned under each of sections 104(b)(1), 104(b)(3), and 104(b)(4) of this title to any State that is described in subsection (b). ``(b) State Described.--A State described in this subsection is a State that has enacted a law that allows the State to provide a driver's license or other identification card to an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(3) Apportionment among states.--If, at the end of the fiscal year in which funds are withheld from a State under paragraph (1), the State has not repealed the law described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall apportion the corresponding withheld funds described in subsection (a) on a proportional basis to all remaining States that have not enacted laws described in subsection (b). ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''. <all>

Red Light Act

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes.

Red Light Act

Rep. Lesko, Debbie

R

AZ

This bill directs the Department of Transportation to withhold from states allocations of federal highway funds in FY2021 and thereafter if such states enact laws that provide drivers' licenses or other identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Red Light Act''. SEC. 2. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens ``(a) Withholding of Funds for Noncompliance.--For fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall withhold 100 percent of the amount required to be apportioned under each of sections 104(b)(1), 104(b)(3), and 104(b)(4) of this title to any State that is described in subsection (b). ``(b) State Described.--A State described in this subsection is a State that has enacted a law that allows the State to provide a driver's license or other identification card to an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(3) Apportionment among states.--If, at the end of the fiscal year in which funds are withheld from a State under paragraph (1), the State has not repealed the law described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall apportion the corresponding withheld funds described in subsection (a) on a proportional basis to all remaining States that have not enacted laws described in subsection (b). ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171.

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 ``Red Light Act''. SEC. 2. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens ``(a) Withholding of Funds for Noncompliance.--For fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall withhold 100 percent of the amount required to be apportioned under each of sections 104(b)(1), 104(b)(3), and 104(b)(4) of this title to any State that is described in subsection (b). ``(b) State Described.--A State described in this subsection is a State that has enacted a law that allows the State to provide a driver's license or other identification card to an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Red Light Act''. SEC. 2. WITHHOLDING OF FUNDS FOR PROVIDING IDENTIFICATION CARDS TO CERTAIN ALIENS. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens ``(a) Withholding of Funds for Noncompliance.--For fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall withhold 100 percent of the amount required to be apportioned under each of sections 104(b)(1), 104(b)(3), and 104(b)(4) of this title to any State that is described in subsection (b). ``(b) State Described.--A State described in this subsection is a State that has enacted a law that allows the State to provide a driver's license or other identification card to an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(3) Apportionment among states.--If, at the end of the fiscal year in which funds are withheld from a State under paragraph (1), the State has not repealed the law described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall apportion the corresponding withheld funds described in subsection (a) on a proportional basis to all remaining States that have not enacted laws described in subsection (b). ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''. <all>

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Red Light Act''. SEC. 2. WITHHOLDING OF FUNDS FOR PROVIDING IDENTIFICATION CARDS TO CERTAIN ALIENS. (a) In General.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``Sec. 171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens ``(a) Withholding of Funds for Noncompliance.--For fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary shall withhold 100 percent of the amount required to be apportioned under each of sections 104(b)(1), 104(b)(3), and 104(b)(4) of this title to any State that is described in subsection (b). ``(b) State Described.--A State described in this subsection is a State that has enacted a law that allows the State to provide a driver's license or other identification card to an alien who is unlawfully present in the United States. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(3) Apportionment among states.--If, at the end of the fiscal year in which funds are withheld from a State under paragraph (1), the State has not repealed the law described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall apportion the corresponding withheld funds described in subsection (a) on a proportional basis to all remaining States that have not enacted laws described in subsection (b). ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''. <all>

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''.

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. ``(d) Identification Card Defined.--The term `identification card' means a personal identification card, as defined in section 1028(d) of title 18, United States Code, issued by a State.''. (

To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Effect of Withholding Funds.-- ``(1) In general.--Any funds withheld under subsection (a) from apportionment to any State shall remain available until the end of the fiscal year for which the funds are apportioned. ``(2) Reapportionment.--If, before the last day of the fiscal year for which funds withheld under subsection (a) are apportioned to a State, the State repeals all laws of such State described in subsection (b), the Secretary shall, on the first day on which the State repeals all such laws, apportion to the State the funds withheld under subsection (a) that remain available for apportionment to the State. ``(4) Withholding in future year.--In the case in which a State has funds withheld under paragraph (1) and is reapportioned funds under paragraph (2) and subsequently enacts a law described in subsection (b) after the date on which the funds are reapportioned under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall withhold the amount of funds withheld under subsection (a) in the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which such actions occur and each fiscal year thereafter. (b) Clerical Amendment.--Chapter 1 of title 23, United States Code, in the table of contents is amended by adding at the end the following: ``171. Withholding of funds for providing identification cards to certain aliens.''.

H.R.6629

Economics and Public Finance

Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act This bill requires the Congressional Budget Office to provide inflation estimates for certain legislation that is projected to cause an annual gross budgetary effect of at least 0.25% of the projected gross domestic product of the United States. The estimates must determine whether the legislation will have The requirement does not apply to legislation that (1) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any state, local, or tribal government; or (2) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act''. SEC. 2. LEGISLATIVE MANDATED INFLATION ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM. (a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. 407. (a) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `Director' means the Director of the Congressional Budget Office; and ``(2) the term `major legislation' means any bill or joint resolution, or amendment thereto or conference report thereon, that would be projected (in a conventional cost estimate) to cause an annual gross budgetary effect of at least 0.25 percent of projected Gross Domestic Product of the United States, but does not include any such measure that-- ``(A) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any State, local, or tribal government or any official of a State, local, or tribal government; or ``(B) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(3) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports.--If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form constitutes major legislation not previously considered by either House, then the chair of the committee that reported the bill or joint resolution or any other committee chair designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the Senate (as the case may be), or the committee of conference, respectively, shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in paragraph (2) or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(B) Threshold burden.--In order to be cognizable by the Chair, a point of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this subsection must specify the precise language on which it is premised. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. ``(D) Debate and intervening motions.--A question of consideration under this section shall be debatable for 10 minutes by each Member initiating a point of order and for 10 minutes by an opponent on each point of order, but shall otherwise be decided without intervening motion except one that the House adjourn or that the Committee of the Whole rise, as the case may be. ``(E) Effect on amendment in order as original text.--The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec. 407. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''. <all>

Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes.

Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act

Rep. Katko, John

R

NY

This bill requires the Congressional Budget Office to provide inflation estimates for certain legislation that is projected to cause an annual gross budgetary effect of at least 0.25% of the projected gross domestic product of the United States. The estimates must determine whether the legislation will have The requirement does not apply to legislation that (1) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any state, local, or tribal government; or (2) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product 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. SEC. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(3) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports.--If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form constitutes major legislation not previously considered by either House, then the chair of the committee that reported the bill or joint resolution or any other committee chair designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the Senate (as the case may be), or the committee of conference, respectively, shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in paragraph (2) or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(E) Effect on amendment in order as original text.--The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text.''. 407. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. SEC. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(3) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports.--If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form constitutes major legislation not previously considered by either House, then the chair of the committee that reported the bill or joint resolution or any other committee chair designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the Senate (as the case may be), or the committee of conference, respectively, shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in paragraph (2) or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(E) Effect on amendment in order as original text.--The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text.''. 407. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act''. SEC. LEGISLATIVE MANDATED INFLATION ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM. (a) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `Director' means the Director of the Congressional Budget Office; and ``(2) the term `major legislation' means any bill or joint resolution, or amendment thereto or conference report thereon, that would be projected (in a conventional cost estimate) to cause an annual gross budgetary effect of at least 0.25 percent of projected Gross Domestic Product of the United States, but does not include any such measure that-- ``(A) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any State, local, or tribal government or any official of a State, local, or tribal government; or ``(B) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(3) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports.--If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form constitutes major legislation not previously considered by either House, then the chair of the committee that reported the bill or joint resolution or any other committee chair designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the Senate (as the case may be), or the committee of conference, respectively, shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in paragraph (2) or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(B) Threshold burden.--In order to be cognizable by the Chair, a point of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this subsection must specify the precise language on which it is premised. ``(D) Debate and intervening motions.--A question of consideration under this section shall be debatable for 10 minutes by each Member initiating a point of order and for 10 minutes by an opponent on each point of order, but shall otherwise be decided without intervening motion except one that the House adjourn or that the Committee of the Whole rise, as the case may be. ``(E) Effect on amendment in order as original text.--The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec. 407. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Informed Lawmaking to Combat Inflation Act''. SEC. 2. LEGISLATIVE MANDATED INFLATION ACCOUNTABILITY AND REFORM. (a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. 407. (a) Definitions.--In this section-- ``(1) the term `Director' means the Director of the Congressional Budget Office; and ``(2) the term `major legislation' means any bill or joint resolution, or amendment thereto or conference report thereon, that would be projected (in a conventional cost estimate) to cause an annual gross budgetary effect of at least 0.25 percent of projected Gross Domestic Product of the United States, but does not include any such measure that-- ``(A) provides for emergency assistance or relief at the request of any State, local, or tribal government or any official of a State, local, or tribal government; or ``(B) is necessary for the national security or the ratification or implementation of international treaty obligations. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(3) Amended bills and joint resolutions; conference reports.--If a bill or joint resolution is passed in an amended form (including if passed by one House as an amendment in the nature of a substitute for the text of a bill or joint resolution from the other House) or is reported by a committee of conference in amended form, and the amended form constitutes major legislation not previously considered by either House, then the chair of the committee that reported the bill or joint resolution or any other committee chair designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the Senate (as the case may be), or the committee of conference, respectively, shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that the Director shall prepare a statement as provided in paragraph (2) or a supplemental statement for the bill or joint resolution in that amended form. ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(B) Threshold burden.--In order to be cognizable by the Chair, a point of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this subsection must specify the precise language on which it is premised. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. ``(D) Debate and intervening motions.--A question of consideration under this section shall be debatable for 10 minutes by each Member initiating a point of order and for 10 minutes by an opponent on each point of order, but shall otherwise be decided without intervening motion except one that the House adjourn or that the Committee of the Whole rise, as the case may be. ``(E) Effect on amendment in order as original text.--The disposition of the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to a bill or joint resolution shall be considered also to determine the question of consideration under this subsection with respect to an amendment made in order as original text.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec. 407. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''. <all>

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(2) Mandatory reporting on inflationary forecasting.--For any major legislation provided to the Director under paragraph (1), the Director shall prepare and submit to the applicable committee a statement estimating the inflationary effects of the legislation, including whether the legislation is determined to have no significant impact on inflation, is determined to have quantifiable inflationary impact on the consumer price index, or is determined likely to have a significant impact on inflation but the amount cannot be determined at the time the estimate is prepared. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 406 the following: ``Sec.

To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Congressional Budget Office to provide an inflation estimate with respect to legislation with a significant impact on the Gross Domestic Product of the United States, and for other purposes. a) In General.--Part A of title IV of the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 is amended by adding at the end the following: ``mandatory inflation forecasting ``Sec. ``(b) Agency Assistance.--Each department, agency, establishment, or regulatory agency or commission, shall provide to the Director such information and assistance as the Director may reasonably request to assist the Director in carrying out this section. ``(c) Mandatory Inflation Forecasting.-- ``(1) Submission of bills to the director.--On the date that a committee of authorization of the Senate or the House of Representatives orders reported major legislation, the committee shall promptly provide the legislation to the Director for the purpose of carrying out responsibilities detailed in paragraph (2). ``(d) Legislation Subject to Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the Senate or the House of Representatives to consider any major legislation reported by a committee unless the committee has published a statement of the Director in accordance with this section. ``(e) Provisions Relating to the House of Representatives.-- ``(1) Enforcement.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider a rule or order that waives the application of subsection (d). ``(2) Disposition of points of order.-- ``(A) Application to the house of representatives.--This paragraph shall apply only to the House of Representatives. ``(C) Question of consideration.--As disposition of points of order under subsection (d) or paragraph (1) of this section, the Chair shall put the question of consideration with respect to the proposition that is the subject of the points of order. Mandatory inflation forecasting.''.

S.4524

Law

Speak Out Act This act prohibits the judicial enforceability of a nondisclosure clause or nondisparagement clause agreed to before a dispute arises involving sexual assault or sexual harassment in violation of federal, tribal, or state law.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2290]] Public Law 117-224 117th Congress An Act To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. <<NOTE: Dec. 7, 2022 - [S. 4524]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Speak Out Act.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Speak Out Act''. SEC. 2. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401.>> FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sexual harassment and assault remain pervasive in the workplace and throughout civic society, affecting millions of Americans. (2) Eighty-one percent of women and 43 percent of men have experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault throughout their lifetime. (3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. (4) Sexual harassment in the workplace forces many women to leave their occupation or industry, or pass up opportunities for advancement. (5) In order to combat sexual harassment and assault, it is essential that victims and survivors have the freedom to report and publicly disclose their abuse. (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. (7) Prohibiting nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses will empower survivors to come forward, hold perpetrators accountable for abuse, improve transparency around illegal conduct, enable the pursuit of justice, and make workplaces safer and more productive for everyone. SEC. 3. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19402.>> DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Nondisclosure clause.--The term ``nondisclosure clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that [[Page 136 STAT. 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. (2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. (4) Sexual harassment dispute.--The term ``sexual harassment dispute'' means a dispute relating to conduct that is alleged to constitute sexual harassment under applicable Federal, Tribal, or State law. SEC. 4. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19403.>> LIMITATION ON JUDICIAL ENFORCEABILITY OF NONDISCLOSURE AND NONDISPARAGEMENT CONTRACT CLAUSES RELATING TO SEXUAL ASSAULT DISPUTES AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT DISPUTES. (a) In General.--With respect to a sexual assault dispute or sexual harassment dispute, no nondisclosure clause or nondisparagement clause agreed to before the dispute arises shall be judicially enforceable in instances in which conduct is alleged to have violated Federal, Tribal, or State law. (b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. (c) Continued Applicability of Federal, State, and Tribal Law.--This Act shall not be construed to supersede a provision of Federal, State, or Tribal Law that governs the use of pseudonyms in the filing of claims involving sexual assault or sexual harassment disputes. (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[Page 136 STAT. 2292]] SEC. 5. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404.>> APPLICABILITY. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. Approved December 7, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 4524: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 16, considered and passed House. <all>

Speak Out Act

A bill to limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment.

Speak Out Act Speak Out Act Speak Out Act

Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E.

D

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This act prohibits the judicial enforceability of a nondisclosure clause or nondisparagement clause agreed to before a dispute arises involving sexual assault or sexual harassment in violation of federal, tribal, or state law.

2290]] Public Law 117-224 117th Congress An Act To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. <<NOTE: Dec. 7, 2022 - [S. 4524]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Speak Out Act.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Speak Out Act''. 2. Congress finds the following: (1) Sexual harassment and assault remain pervasive in the workplace and throughout civic society, affecting millions of Americans. (2) Eighty-one percent of women and 43 percent of men have experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault throughout their lifetime. (3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. (4) Sexual harassment in the workplace forces many women to leave their occupation or industry, or pass up opportunities for advancement. (5) In order to combat sexual harassment and assault, it is essential that victims and survivors have the freedom to report and publicly disclose their abuse. (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. (7) Prohibiting nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses will empower survivors to come forward, hold perpetrators accountable for abuse, improve transparency around illegal conduct, enable the pursuit of justice, and make workplaces safer and more productive for everyone. 3. In this Act: (1) Nondisclosure clause.--The term ``nondisclosure clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (4) Sexual harassment dispute.--The term ``sexual harassment dispute'' means a dispute relating to conduct that is alleged to constitute sexual harassment under applicable Federal, Tribal, or State law. SEC. (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. 2292]] SEC. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404.>> APPLICABILITY. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. Approved December 7, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 4524: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 16, considered and passed House.

2290]] Public Law 117-224 117th Congress An Act To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Speak Out Act''. 2. Congress finds the following: (1) Sexual harassment and assault remain pervasive in the workplace and throughout civic society, affecting millions of Americans. (2) Eighty-one percent of women and 43 percent of men have experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault throughout their lifetime. (4) Sexual harassment in the workplace forces many women to leave their occupation or industry, or pass up opportunities for advancement. (5) In order to combat sexual harassment and assault, it is essential that victims and survivors have the freedom to report and publicly disclose their abuse. (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. 3. In this Act: (1) Nondisclosure clause.--The term ``nondisclosure clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that [[Page 136 STAT. (2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (4) Sexual harassment dispute.--The term ``sexual harassment dispute'' means a dispute relating to conduct that is alleged to constitute sexual harassment under applicable Federal, Tribal, or State law. SEC. (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404.>> APPLICABILITY. Approved December 7, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 4524: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 16, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2290]] Public Law 117-224 117th Congress An Act To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. <<NOTE: Dec. 7, 2022 - [S. 4524]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Speak Out Act.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Speak Out Act''. 2. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401.>> FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sexual harassment and assault remain pervasive in the workplace and throughout civic society, affecting millions of Americans. (2) Eighty-one percent of women and 43 percent of men have experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault throughout their lifetime. (3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. (4) Sexual harassment in the workplace forces many women to leave their occupation or industry, or pass up opportunities for advancement. (5) In order to combat sexual harassment and assault, it is essential that victims and survivors have the freedom to report and publicly disclose their abuse. (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. (7) Prohibiting nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses will empower survivors to come forward, hold perpetrators accountable for abuse, improve transparency around illegal conduct, enable the pursuit of justice, and make workplaces safer and more productive for everyone. 3. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19402.>> DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Nondisclosure clause.--The term ``nondisclosure clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that [[Page 136 STAT. 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. (2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. (4) Sexual harassment dispute.--The term ``sexual harassment dispute'' means a dispute relating to conduct that is alleged to constitute sexual harassment under applicable Federal, Tribal, or State law. SEC. (a) In General.--With respect to a sexual assault dispute or sexual harassment dispute, no nondisclosure clause or nondisparagement clause agreed to before the dispute arises shall be judicially enforceable in instances in which conduct is alleged to have violated Federal, Tribal, or State law. (b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. (c) Continued Applicability of Federal, State, and Tribal Law.--This Act shall not be construed to supersede a provision of Federal, State, or Tribal Law that governs the use of pseudonyms in the filing of claims involving sexual assault or sexual harassment disputes. (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. 2292]] SEC. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404.>> APPLICABILITY. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. Approved December 7, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 4524: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 16, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. 2290]] Public Law 117-224 117th Congress An Act To limit the judicial enforceability of predispute nondisclosure and nondisparagement contract clauses relating to disputes involving sexual assault and sexual harassment. <<NOTE: Dec. 7, 2022 - [S. 4524]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Speak Out Act.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Speak Out Act''. SEC. 2. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401.>> FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Sexual harassment and assault remain pervasive in the workplace and throughout civic society, affecting millions of Americans. (2) Eighty-one percent of women and 43 percent of men have experienced some form of sexual harassment or assault throughout their lifetime. (3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. (4) Sexual harassment in the workplace forces many women to leave their occupation or industry, or pass up opportunities for advancement. (5) In order to combat sexual harassment and assault, it is essential that victims and survivors have the freedom to report and publicly disclose their abuse. (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. (7) Prohibiting nondisclosure and nondisparagement clauses will empower survivors to come forward, hold perpetrators accountable for abuse, improve transparency around illegal conduct, enable the pursuit of justice, and make workplaces safer and more productive for everyone. SEC. 3. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19402.>> DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Nondisclosure clause.--The term ``nondisclosure clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that [[Page 136 STAT. 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. (2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. (4) Sexual harassment dispute.--The term ``sexual harassment dispute'' means a dispute relating to conduct that is alleged to constitute sexual harassment under applicable Federal, Tribal, or State law. SEC. 4. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19403.>> LIMITATION ON JUDICIAL ENFORCEABILITY OF NONDISCLOSURE AND NONDISPARAGEMENT CONTRACT CLAUSES RELATING TO SEXUAL ASSAULT DISPUTES AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT DISPUTES. (a) In General.--With respect to a sexual assault dispute or sexual harassment dispute, no nondisclosure clause or nondisparagement clause agreed to before the dispute arises shall be judicially enforceable in instances in which conduct is alleged to have violated Federal, Tribal, or State law. (b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. (c) Continued Applicability of Federal, State, and Tribal Law.--This Act shall not be construed to supersede a provision of Federal, State, or Tribal Law that governs the use of pseudonyms in the filing of claims involving sexual assault or sexual harassment disputes. (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[Page 136 STAT. 2292]] SEC. 5. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404.>> APPLICABILITY. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. Approved December 7, 2022. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 4524: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate. Nov. 16, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. ( 2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. ( (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[ 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. ( 3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. ( 3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. ( 2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. ( (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[ 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. ( 3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. ( 2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. ( (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[ 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. ( 3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. ( 2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. ( (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[ 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( 2291]] requires the parties to the contract or agreement not to disclose or discuss conduct, the existence of a settlement involving conduct, or information covered by the terms and conditions of the contract or agreement. ( 3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( <<NOTE: 42 USC 19404. This Act shall apply with respect to a claim that is filed under Federal, State, or Tribal law on or after the date of enactment of this Act. 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 224] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 2289]] SPEAK OUT ACT [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: 42 USC 19401 note. 3) One in 3 women has faced sexual harassment in the workplace during her career, and an estimated 87 to 94 percent of those who experience sexual harassment never file a formal complaint. ( (6) Nondisclosure and nondisparagement provisions in agreements between employers and current, former, and prospective employees, and independent contractors, and between providers of goods and services and consumers, can perpetuate illegal conduct by silencing those who are survivors of illegal sexual harassment and assault or illegal retaliation, or have knowledge of such conduct, while shielding perpetrators and enabling them to continue their abuse. ( 2) Nondisparagement clause.--The term ``nondisparagement clause'' means a provision in a contract or agreement that requires 1 or more parties to the contract or agreement not to make a negative statement about another party that relates to the contract, agreement, claim, or case. (3) Sexual assault dispute.--The term ``sexual assault dispute'' means a dispute involving a nonconsensual sexual act or sexual contact, as such terms are defined in section 2246 of title 18, United States Code, or similar applicable Tribal or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent. ( b) Continued Applicability of State Law.--Nothing in this Act shall prohibit a State or locality from enforcing a provision of State law governing nondisclosure or nondisparagement clauses that is at least as protective of the right of an individual to speak freely, as provided by this Act. ( (d) Protection of Trade Secrets and Proprietary Information.-- Nothing in this Act shall prohibit an employer and an employee from protecting trade secrets or proprietary information. [[ 168 (2022): Sept. 29, considered and passed Senate.

S.355

Health

COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021 This bill temporarily limits certain activities to collect medical debts by health care providers that apply for, or accept, COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus 2019) financial relief. Specifically, such health care providers must suspend extraordinary collection actions, such as selling a debt to a third-party collector or placing a lien on an individual's property, until the later of the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency or 18 months after the enactment of this bill. Further, such health care providers must notify individuals who have entered into medical debt repayment plans that they may request the suspension of payments during such period. Providers must provide reasonable repayment options for individuals once repayments resume, such as extending repayment periods. The bill also applies specified consumer protections to medical debt incurred for COVID-19-related testing and treatment between February 1, 2020, and 60 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency ends.

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. 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 ``COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RELIEF FROM MEDICAL DEBT COLLECTION. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Covered provider.--The term ``covered provider'' means any entity or individual that-- (A) provides health care services to patients; and (B) has applied for or accepted any Federal funds for COVID-19 health care costs or financial relief, including funds allocated under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (Public Law 116-127), the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136), or any other Federal law that allocates COVID-19 relief funding. (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (4) Medical debt.--The term ``medical debt'' means a debt arising from the receipt of medical services, products, or devices. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. (B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. (C) Suspend such repayment plan upon the request of the patient or the patient's guardian for the duration of the covered period. (D) Ensure the application of reasonable forbearance and repayment options when such repayments resume. Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. (2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). Such guidance shall include taglines that alert individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) to the availability of language assistance services. (3) Interest and fees.--Interest or fees shall not accrue during the period in which a payment plan is suspended under paragraph (1). (d) Application of Certain Consumer Protections.-- (1) In general.--Medical debt incurred during the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is 60 days after the lifting of the state of emergency for COVID- 19-related testing and treatment (as determined by the Secretary) shall be subject to the following consumer protections: (A) A one-year extension of Federal and State health insurance appeal deadlines, including the deadlines set forth in section 2719 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-19) and sections 2590.715 through 2179 of title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, and the appeal and grievance deadlines for the denials of Medicare or Medicaid claims under titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395 and 1396 et seq.). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. (C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (2) COVID-19 related testing and treatment.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ``COVID-19-related testing and treatment'' includes items and services (including in-person or telehealth visits in which such items and services are furnished) that are furnished-- (A) to an individual who has been diagnosed with (or after the provision of such items and services is diagnosed with) COVID-19 to treat or mitigate the effects of COVID-19; and (B) to an individual who is presumed by a health care provider to have COVID-19 but is never diagnosed as such. (e) Penalties.--Except as provided in this section, a covered provider or its agent that fails to comply with any provision of this section with respect to a patient shall be liable to such patient for damages in an amount equal to the sum of-- (1) any actual damages sustained by such patient as a result of such failure to comply; (2) in the case of an action commenced-- (A) by an individual, any additional damages as the court may permit, but not to exceed $1,000 for each failure to comply; or (B) by a class of patients-- (i) such amount for each named plaintiff as could be recovered under paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A); and (ii) such amount as the court may allow for all other class members, without regard to a minimum individual recovery, not to exceed the lesser of $2,000,000 or 1 percent of the annual net income of the covered provider; and (3) in the case of any successful action under this section, the costs of the action, together with a reasonable attorney's fee as determined appropriate by the court. <all>

COVID–19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021

A bill to provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency.

COVID–19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris

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This bill temporarily limits certain activities to collect medical debts by health care providers that apply for, or accept, COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus 2019) financial relief. Specifically, such health care providers must suspend extraordinary collection actions, such as selling a debt to a third-party collector or placing a lien on an individual's property, until the later of the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency or 18 months after the enactment of this bill. Further, such health care providers must notify individuals who have entered into medical debt repayment plans that they may request the suspension of payments during such period. Providers must provide reasonable repayment options for individuals once repayments resume, such as extending repayment periods. The bill also applies specified consumer protections to medical debt incurred for COVID-19-related testing and treatment between February 1, 2020, and 60 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency ends.

This Act may be cited as the ``COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021''. 2. RELIEF FROM MEDICAL DEBT COLLECTION. (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (C) Suspend such repayment plan upon the request of the patient or the patient's guardian for the duration of the covered period. Such guidance shall include taglines that alert individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) to the availability of language assistance services. (3) Interest and fees.--Interest or fees shall not accrue during the period in which a payment plan is suspended under paragraph (1). (d) Application of Certain Consumer Protections.-- (1) In general.--Medical debt incurred during the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is 60 days after the lifting of the state of emergency for COVID- 19-related testing and treatment (as determined by the Secretary) shall be subject to the following consumer protections: (A) A one-year extension of Federal and State health insurance appeal deadlines, including the deadlines set forth in section 2719 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. (2) COVID-19 related testing and treatment.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ``COVID-19-related testing and treatment'' includes items and services (including in-person or telehealth visits in which such items and services are furnished) that are furnished-- (A) to an individual who has been diagnosed with (or after the provision of such items and services is diagnosed with) COVID-19 to treat or mitigate the effects of COVID-19; and (B) to an individual who is presumed by a health care provider to have COVID-19 but is never diagnosed as such. (e) Penalties.--Except as provided in this section, a covered provider or its agent that fails to comply with any provision of this section with respect to a patient shall be liable to such patient for damages in an amount equal to the sum of-- (1) any actual damages sustained by such patient as a result of such failure to comply; (2) in the case of an action commenced-- (A) by an individual, any additional damages as the court may permit, but not to exceed $1,000 for each failure to comply; or (B) by a class of patients-- (i) such amount for each named plaintiff as could be recovered under paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A); and (ii) such amount as the court may allow for all other class members, without regard to a minimum individual recovery, not to exceed the lesser of $2,000,000 or 1 percent of the annual net income of the covered provider; and (3) in the case of any successful action under this section, the costs of the action, together with a reasonable attorney's fee as determined appropriate by the court.

This Act may be cited as the ``COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021''. 2. RELIEF FROM MEDICAL DEBT COLLECTION. (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (C) Suspend such repayment plan upon the request of the patient or the patient's guardian for the duration of the covered period. Such guidance shall include taglines that alert individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) to the availability of language assistance services. (3) Interest and fees.--Interest or fees shall not accrue during the period in which a payment plan is suspended under paragraph (1). (d) Application of Certain Consumer Protections.-- (1) In general.--Medical debt incurred during the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is 60 days after the lifting of the state of emergency for COVID- 19-related testing and treatment (as determined by the Secretary) shall be subject to the following consumer protections: (A) A one-year extension of Federal and State health insurance appeal deadlines, including the deadlines set forth in section 2719 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. (2) COVID-19 related testing and treatment.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ``COVID-19-related testing and treatment'' includes items and services (including in-person or telehealth visits in which such items and services are furnished) that are furnished-- (A) to an individual who has been diagnosed with (or after the provision of such items and services is diagnosed with) COVID-19 to treat or mitigate the effects of COVID-19; and (B) to an individual who is presumed by a health care provider to have COVID-19 but is never diagnosed as such.

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 ``COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RELIEF FROM MEDICAL DEBT COLLECTION. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Covered provider.--The term ``covered provider'' means any entity or individual that-- (A) provides health care services to patients; and (B) has applied for or accepted any Federal funds for COVID-19 health care costs or financial relief, including funds allocated under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (Public Law 116-127), the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136), or any other Federal law that allocates COVID-19 relief funding. (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. (C) Suspend such repayment plan upon the request of the patient or the patient's guardian for the duration of the covered period. (D) Ensure the application of reasonable forbearance and repayment options when such repayments resume. Such guidance shall include taglines that alert individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) to the availability of language assistance services. (3) Interest and fees.--Interest or fees shall not accrue during the period in which a payment plan is suspended under paragraph (1). (d) Application of Certain Consumer Protections.-- (1) In general.--Medical debt incurred during the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is 60 days after the lifting of the state of emergency for COVID- 19-related testing and treatment (as determined by the Secretary) shall be subject to the following consumer protections: (A) A one-year extension of Federal and State health insurance appeal deadlines, including the deadlines set forth in section 2719 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-19) and sections 2590.715 through 2179 of title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, and the appeal and grievance deadlines for the denials of Medicare or Medicaid claims under titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395 and 1396 et seq.). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. (2) COVID-19 related testing and treatment.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ``COVID-19-related testing and treatment'' includes items and services (including in-person or telehealth visits in which such items and services are furnished) that are furnished-- (A) to an individual who has been diagnosed with (or after the provision of such items and services is diagnosed with) COVID-19 to treat or mitigate the effects of COVID-19; and (B) to an individual who is presumed by a health care provider to have COVID-19 but is never diagnosed as such. (e) Penalties.--Except as provided in this section, a covered provider or its agent that fails to comply with any provision of this section with respect to a patient shall be liable to such patient for damages in an amount equal to the sum of-- (1) any actual damages sustained by such patient as a result of such failure to comply; (2) in the case of an action commenced-- (A) by an individual, any additional damages as the court may permit, but not to exceed $1,000 for each failure to comply; or (B) by a class of patients-- (i) such amount for each named plaintiff as could be recovered under paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A); and (ii) such amount as the court may allow for all other class members, without regard to a minimum individual recovery, not to exceed the lesser of $2,000,000 or 1 percent of the annual net income of the covered provider; and (3) in the case of any successful action under this section, the costs of the action, together with a reasonable attorney's fee as determined appropriate by the court.

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. 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 ``COVID-19 Medical Debt Collection Relief Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. RELIEF FROM MEDICAL DEBT COLLECTION. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. (2) Covered provider.--The term ``covered provider'' means any entity or individual that-- (A) provides health care services to patients; and (B) has applied for or accepted any Federal funds for COVID-19 health care costs or financial relief, including funds allocated under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (Public Law 116-127), the CARES Act (Public Law 116-136), or any other Federal law that allocates COVID-19 relief funding. (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (4) Medical debt.--The term ``medical debt'' means a debt arising from the receipt of medical services, products, or devices. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. (B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. (C) Suspend such repayment plan upon the request of the patient or the patient's guardian for the duration of the covered period. (D) Ensure the application of reasonable forbearance and repayment options when such repayments resume. Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. (2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). Such guidance shall include taglines that alert individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) to the availability of language assistance services. (3) Interest and fees.--Interest or fees shall not accrue during the period in which a payment plan is suspended under paragraph (1). (d) Application of Certain Consumer Protections.-- (1) In general.--Medical debt incurred during the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is 60 days after the lifting of the state of emergency for COVID- 19-related testing and treatment (as determined by the Secretary) shall be subject to the following consumer protections: (A) A one-year extension of Federal and State health insurance appeal deadlines, including the deadlines set forth in section 2719 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-19) and sections 2590.715 through 2179 of title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, and the appeal and grievance deadlines for the denials of Medicare or Medicaid claims under titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395 and 1396 et seq.). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. (2) COVID-19 related testing and treatment.--For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ``COVID-19-related testing and treatment'' includes items and services (including in-person or telehealth visits in which such items and services are furnished) that are furnished-- (A) to an individual who has been diagnosed with (or after the provision of such items and services is diagnosed with) COVID-19 to treat or mitigate the effects of COVID-19; and (B) to an individual who is presumed by a health care provider to have COVID-19 but is never diagnosed as such. (e) Penalties.--Except as provided in this section, a covered provider or its agent that fails to comply with any provision of this section with respect to a patient shall be liable to such patient for damages in an amount equal to the sum of-- (1) any actual damages sustained by such patient as a result of such failure to comply; (2) in the case of an action commenced-- (A) by an individual, any additional damages as the court may permit, but not to exceed $1,000 for each failure to comply; or (B) by a class of patients-- (i) such amount for each named plaintiff as could be recovered under paragraph (1) and subparagraph (A); and (ii) such amount as the court may allow for all other class members, without regard to a minimum individual recovery, not to exceed the lesser of $2,000,000 or 1 percent of the annual net income of the covered provider; and (3) in the case of any successful action under this section, the costs of the action, together with a reasonable attorney's fee as determined appropriate by the court.

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. ( Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. ( 2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. ( B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. ( 1395 and 1396 et seq.). ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. ( B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. ( 1395 and 1396 et seq.). ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. ( Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. ( 2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. ( B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. ( 1395 and 1396 et seq.). ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. ( Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. ( 2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. ( B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. ( 1395 and 1396 et seq.). ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. ( Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. ( 2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (c) Suspension of Repayment Plans.-- (1) In general.--With respect to a patient who has entered into a repayment plan with a covered provider relating to a medical debt, such provider shall take the following actions: (A) Include in patient billing a notification that repayment plans for medical debt are available upon request. ( B) Include in patient billing a notification that any patient who has entered into a repayment plan with the provider may request a suspension of the payment plan during the covered period, and provide contact information for the patient to make such request. ( 1395 and 1396 et seq.). ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

To provide immediate relief for patients from certain medical debt collection efforts during and immediately after the COVID-19 public health emergency. a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered period.--The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning on February 1, 2020, and ending on the date that is the later of-- (A) the end of the incident period with respect to the emergency involving Federal primary responsibility determined to exist by the President under section 501(b) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5191(b)) with respect to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19); or (B) 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act. ( (3) Extraordinary collection actions.--The term ``extraordinary collection actions'' means the actions described in section 1.501(r)-6(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. ( b) Suspension of Collection Activities.--A covered provider and agents operating on behalf of covered providers shall suspend all extraordinary collection actions relating to the collection of a medical debt relating to a patient during the covered period. ( Such options may include maintaining the same payment schedule with respect to the medical debt by extending the repayment period by the same period of time that payments were suspended under this subsection. ( 2) Guidance.--Not later than 14 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue guidance on best practices for notifying patients of their repayment options, as described in paragraph (1). (B) A prohibition on the accrual and collection of fees and interest related to the medical debts involved. ( C) A prohibition on any extraordinary collection actions as described in sections 1.501(r)-(6)(b) of title 26, Code of Federal Regulations. (

S.1668

Education

Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021 or the SELF Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Education to award grants to local educational agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate educator and school leader professional development programs on social-emotional learning and family engagement.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 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 ``Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021'' or the ``SELF Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--From amounts appropriated to carry out this section, the Secretary shall award grants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate educator and school leader professional development programs on social-emotional learning and family engagement. Local educational agencies may work in partnership with the entities described in subsection (e)(3) to carry out such programs. The objective of such programs will be to increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. (b) Grant Awards.-- (1) Maximum grant amount.--The total amount of each grant awarded under this section may not exceed $1,200,000. (2) Grant period.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 5 years, and may be renewed. (3) Number of grants.--The Secretary shall award not more than 100 grants under this section. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). (c) Applications.--An application submitted by a local educational agency for a grant under this section shall demonstrate through descriptions in the grant application-- (1) the ability to provide instructional space for proposed programming; (2) a commitment to the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children; (3) a plan to ensure that the proposed programs will serve diverse groups, such as Native Americans and underrepresented or economically disadvantaged families; (4) a long-term commitment to the proposed programs to be carried out with the grant, including a plan to continue the actions described in paragraphs (1) through (3) for a period of not less than 5 years; (5) how the local educational agency intends to measure outcomes related to the grant; and (6) how the population to be served with grant funds is experiencing youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency. (d) Selection.--In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall-- (1) give priority to-- (A) high-need local educational agencies, as defined in section 200 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1021); and (B) local educational agencies that serve populations that are likely to have an increased likelihood of youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency; and (2) ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the projects funded under this section are located in diverse geographic regions of the United States. (e) Uses of Funds.-- (1) In general.--A local educational agency receiving a grant under this section shall use such funds to carry out programs at elementary schools and secondary schools served by the local educational agency that-- (A) involves instruction of evidence-based social- emotional learning through locally relevant materials for educators and school leaders and families; (B) provides professional development for educators and school leaders to engage families and support the development of the social-emotional learning of families; (C) provides direct instruction on social-emotional learning to families during times when families are available and in places that are safe, convenient, and easily accessible; (D) encourages participation of families in the programs offered by the local educational agency under this section, including programs supported by partner entities as described under paragraph (3); and (E) is designed to result in improved measurable outcomes related to children, including positive social behavior and academic outcomes. (2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). (3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. (B) Nonprofit organizations. (C) Community-based organizations. (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). (2) Annual report to congress.--Not later than 2 years after the first grant is awarded under this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives and make publicly available, a report on activities and results under this section. Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. (g) Definitions.-- (1) ESEA terms.--The terms ``elementary school'', ``local educational agency'', ``professional development'', ``secondary school'', ``specialized instructional support personnel'', and ``State educational agency'' have the meanings given the terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (2) Educator and school leader professional development programs.--The term ``educator and school leader professional development programs'' includes professional development programs for educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school-based personnel. (3) Educators and school leaders.--The term ``educators and school leaders'' means educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school- based personnel. (4) Institution of higher education.--The term ``institution of higher education'' has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a)). (5) Instruction.--The term ``instruction'' means activities that-- (A) emphasize communication of knowledge concerning social-emotional learning in adults and children; (B) provide opportunities to practice social- emotional learning through interactive activities between families and their children; and (C) are aligned with and integrated into family involvement and engagement standards that may exist in the applicable State or that may be developed. (6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). (7) Qualifying emergency.--The term ``qualifying emergency'' means-- (A) a public health emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the Secretary of Health and Human Services pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). (8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (9) Social-emotional learning.--The term ``social-emotional learning'' includes-- (A) self-awareness, or having a realistic perception of one's own values, interests, and strengths, and being able to recognize one's own emotions; (B) self-management, or how well one manages emotions, impulses, and stress, and is able to establish and achieve goals and exercise self- discipline; (C) social awareness, or the ability to take the perspective of and empathize with someone else and to appreciate and respect diversity; (D) relationship skills, or the ability to participate in healthy, cooperative, and caring relationships, and effectively resolve conflicts; and (E) responsible decision making, or the ability to recognize and generate good choices, evaluate the likely consequences of actions, and take responsibility for one's decisions. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $130,000,000, of which not more than $10,000,000 may be used by the Secretary for reports and technical assistance. <all>

SELF Act of 2021

A bill to establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children.

SELF Act of 2021 Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr.

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This bill directs the Department of Education to award grants to local educational agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate educator and school leader professional development programs on social-emotional learning and family engagement.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. This Act may be cited as the ``Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021'' or the ``SELF Act of 2021''. GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Grant period.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 5 years, and may be renewed. 7345(b)). 1021); and (B) local educational agencies that serve populations that are likely to have an increased likelihood of youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency; and (2) ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the projects funded under this section are located in diverse geographic regions of the United States. (2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). (3) Educators and school leaders.--The term ``educators and school leaders'' means educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school- based personnel. (6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. (8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (9) Social-emotional learning.--The term ``social-emotional learning'' includes-- (A) self-awareness, or having a realistic perception of one's own values, interests, and strengths, and being able to recognize one's own emotions; (B) self-management, or how well one manages emotions, impulses, and stress, and is able to establish and achieve goals and exercise self- discipline; (C) social awareness, or the ability to take the perspective of and empathize with someone else and to appreciate and respect diversity; (D) relationship skills, or the ability to participate in healthy, cooperative, and caring relationships, and effectively resolve conflicts; and (E) responsible decision making, or the ability to recognize and generate good choices, evaluate the likely consequences of actions, and take responsibility for one's decisions. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $130,000,000, of which not more than $10,000,000 may be used by the Secretary for reports and technical assistance.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. This Act may be cited as the ``Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021'' or the ``SELF Act of 2021''. GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Grant period.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 5 years, and may be renewed. 7345(b)). 1021); and (B) local educational agencies that serve populations that are likely to have an increased likelihood of youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency; and (2) ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the projects funded under this section are located in diverse geographic regions of the United States. (2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). (3) Educators and school leaders.--The term ``educators and school leaders'' means educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school- based personnel. (6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. (8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $130,000,000, of which not more than $10,000,000 may be used by the Secretary for reports and technical assistance.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021'' or the ``SELF Act of 2021''. SEC. GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Grant period.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 5 years, and may be renewed. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 1021); and (B) local educational agencies that serve populations that are likely to have an increased likelihood of youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency; and (2) ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the projects funded under this section are located in diverse geographic regions of the United States. (2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). (B) Nonprofit organizations. (2) Annual report to congress.--Not later than 2 years after the first grant is awarded under this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives and make publicly available, a report on activities and results under this section. Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. 7801). (3) Educators and school leaders.--The term ``educators and school leaders'' means educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school- based personnel. 1001(a)). (5) Instruction.--The term ``instruction'' means activities that-- (A) emphasize communication of knowledge concerning social-emotional learning in adults and children; (B) provide opportunities to practice social- emotional learning through interactive activities between families and their children; and (C) are aligned with and integrated into family involvement and engagement standards that may exist in the applicable State or that may be developed. (6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). (8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (9) Social-emotional learning.--The term ``social-emotional learning'' includes-- (A) self-awareness, or having a realistic perception of one's own values, interests, and strengths, and being able to recognize one's own emotions; (B) self-management, or how well one manages emotions, impulses, and stress, and is able to establish and achieve goals and exercise self- discipline; (C) social awareness, or the ability to take the perspective of and empathize with someone else and to appreciate and respect diversity; (D) relationship skills, or the ability to participate in healthy, cooperative, and caring relationships, and effectively resolve conflicts; and (E) responsible decision making, or the ability to recognize and generate good choices, evaluate the likely consequences of actions, and take responsibility for one's decisions. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $130,000,000, of which not more than $10,000,000 may be used by the Secretary for reports and technical assistance.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Social-Emotional Learning for Families Act of 2021'' or the ``SELF Act of 2021''. SEC. GRANT PROGRAM. (b) Grant Awards.-- (1) Maximum grant amount.--The total amount of each grant awarded under this section may not exceed $1,200,000. (2) Grant period.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for a period of 5 years, and may be renewed. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 1021); and (B) local educational agencies that serve populations that are likely to have an increased likelihood of youth trauma resulting from recent natural disasters (such as hurricanes, wildfires, or tornados), the opioid epidemic, or a qualifying emergency; and (2) ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the projects funded under this section are located in diverse geographic regions of the United States. (2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). (B) Nonprofit organizations. (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). (2) Annual report to congress.--Not later than 2 years after the first grant is awarded under this section, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on Education and Labor of the House of Representatives and make publicly available, a report on activities and results under this section. Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. 7801). (3) Educators and school leaders.--The term ``educators and school leaders'' means educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school- based personnel. 1001(a)). (5) Instruction.--The term ``instruction'' means activities that-- (A) emphasize communication of knowledge concerning social-emotional learning in adults and children; (B) provide opportunities to practice social- emotional learning through interactive activities between families and their children; and (C) are aligned with and integrated into family involvement and engagement standards that may exist in the applicable State or that may be developed. (6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). (7) Qualifying emergency.--The term ``qualifying emergency'' means-- (A) a public health emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the Secretary of Health and Human Services pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). (8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (9) Social-emotional learning.--The term ``social-emotional learning'' includes-- (A) self-awareness, or having a realistic perception of one's own values, interests, and strengths, and being able to recognize one's own emotions; (B) self-management, or how well one manages emotions, impulses, and stress, and is able to establish and achieve goals and exercise self- discipline; (C) social awareness, or the ability to take the perspective of and empathize with someone else and to appreciate and respect diversity; (D) relationship skills, or the ability to participate in healthy, cooperative, and caring relationships, and effectively resolve conflicts; and (E) responsible decision making, or the ability to recognize and generate good choices, evaluate the likely consequences of actions, and take responsibility for one's decisions. (h) Authorization of Appropriations.--There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $130,000,000, of which not more than $10,000,000 may be used by the Secretary for reports and technical assistance.

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. Local educational agencies may work in partnership with the entities described in subsection (e)(3) to carry out such programs. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). ( 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( (2) Educator and school leader professional development programs.--The term ``educator and school leader professional development programs'' includes professional development programs for educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school-based personnel. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. Local educational agencies may work in partnership with the entities described in subsection (e)(3) to carry out such programs. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). ( 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( (2) Educator and school leader professional development programs.--The term ``educator and school leader professional development programs'' includes professional development programs for educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school-based personnel. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. Local educational agencies may work in partnership with the entities described in subsection (e)(3) to carry out such programs. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). ( 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( (2) Educator and school leader professional development programs.--The term ``educator and school leader professional development programs'' includes professional development programs for educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school-based personnel. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. Local educational agencies may work in partnership with the entities described in subsection (e)(3) to carry out such programs. (4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). ( 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( (2) Educator and school leader professional development programs.--The term ``educator and school leader professional development programs'' includes professional development programs for educators, principals, school leaders, specialized instructional support personnel, and other school-based personnel. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 4) Rural set aside.--The Secretary shall reserve 10 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this section to award grants to rural local educational agencies that are eligible local educational agencies under section 5211(b) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7345(b)). 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( 3) Public-private partnerships.--Each local educational agency awarded a grant under this section may carry out the program funded under the grant in partnership with one or more of the following: (A) Institutions of higher education, including Tribal Colleges and Universities. ( Such report shall describe-- (A) the total number of grant applications received during the year preceding the report; (B) the number and geographic distribution of the grants for such year and for all grants awarded under this section; (C) participation of minority-serving institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities; (D) participation of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged families; (E) overall program outcomes and issues of concern; and (F) recommendations for program revisions to achieve the desired program outcome. ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 247d); (B) an event related to the coronavirus for which the President declared a major disaster or an emergency under section 401 or 501, respectively, of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

To establish a competitive grant program to support the development, implementation, and evaluation of successful educator and school leader professional development programs on family engagement that will increase the capacity of educators and school leaders to work with families to develop and support the social-emotional learning of children. 2) State educational agencies.--In the case of a local educational agency that is a State educational agency, such entity shall award subgrants, on a competitive basis, to local educational agencies to carry out the program described in paragraph (1). ( ( (f) Reports.-- (1) Reports from grant recipients.--A local educational agency that receives a grant under this section shall submit to the Secretary, not later than 1 year after the date of receipt of grant funds, a report containing any relevant information, as requested by the Secretary, in accordance with the information required of the Secretary under paragraph (2). ( 6) Minority-serving institution.--The term ``minority- serving institution'' means an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)). ( 5170 and 5191); or (C) a national emergency related to the coronavirus declared by the President under section 201 of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.). ( 8) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. (

H.R.2669

Emergency Management

FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest on disaster-related loans.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, 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 ``FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act''. SEC. 2. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--Title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 431. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) Qualifying interest.--The term `qualifying interest' means, with respect to a qualifying loan, the lesser of-- ``(A) the actual interest paid to a lender for such qualifying loan; and ``(B) the interest that would have been paid to a lender if such qualifying loan had an interest rate equal to the prime rate most recently published on the Federal Reserve Statistical Release on selected interest rates. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. (b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section. <all>

FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes.

FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act

Rep. Dunn, Neal P.

R

FL

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest on disaster-related loans.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, 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 ``FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act''. SEC. 2. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--Title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 431. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) Qualifying interest.--The term `qualifying interest' means, with respect to a qualifying loan, the lesser of-- ``(A) the actual interest paid to a lender for such qualifying loan; and ``(B) the interest that would have been paid to a lender if such qualifying loan had an interest rate equal to the prime rate most recently published on the Federal Reserve Statistical Release on selected interest rates. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. (b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section. <all>

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, 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 ``FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act''. SEC. 2. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--Title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 431. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) Qualifying interest.--The term `qualifying interest' means, with respect to a qualifying loan, the lesser of-- ``(A) the actual interest paid to a lender for such qualifying loan; and ``(B) the interest that would have been paid to a lender if such qualifying loan had an interest rate equal to the prime rate most recently published on the Federal Reserve Statistical Release on selected interest rates. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. (b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section. <all>

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, 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 ``FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act''. SEC. 2. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--Title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 431. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) Qualifying interest.--The term `qualifying interest' means, with respect to a qualifying loan, the lesser of-- ``(A) the actual interest paid to a lender for such qualifying loan; and ``(B) the interest that would have been paid to a lender if such qualifying loan had an interest rate equal to the prime rate most recently published on the Federal Reserve Statistical Release on selected interest rates. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. (b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section. <all>

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, 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 ``FEMA Loan Interest Payment Relief Act''. SEC. 2. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--Title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 431. REIMBURSEMENT OF INTEREST PAYMENTS RELATED TO PUBLIC ASSISTANCE. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(b) Definitions.--In this section, the following definitions apply: ``(1) Qualifying interest.--The term `qualifying interest' means, with respect to a qualifying loan, the lesser of-- ``(A) the actual interest paid to a lender for such qualifying loan; and ``(B) the interest that would have been paid to a lender if such qualifying loan had an interest rate equal to the prime rate most recently published on the Federal Reserve Statistical Release on selected interest rates. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. (b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section. <all>

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. ( b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. ( b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. ( b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. ( b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide for the authority to reimburse local governments or electric cooperatives for interest expenses, and for other purposes. ``(a) In General.--The President, acting through the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall provide financial assistance to a local government or electric cooperative as reimbursement for qualifying interest. ``(2) Qualifying loan.--The term `qualifying loan' means a loan-- ``(A) obtained by a local government or electric cooperative; and ``(B) of which not less than 90 percent of the proceeds are used to fund activities for which such local government or electric cooperative receives assistance under this Act after the date on which such loan is disbursed.''. ( b) Rule of Applicability.--Any qualifying interest (as such term is defined in section 431 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as added by this Act) incurred by a local government or electric cooperative in the 5 years preceding the date of enactment of this Act shall be treated as eligible for financial assistance for purposes of such section.

H.R.9196

Health

Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022 This bill establishes programs and requirements to support the provision of donor milk for infants by nonprofit milk banks, including by (1) allowing Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) funding to be used towards nonprofit milk banks, (2) establishing grants to expand the emergency capacity of nonprofit milk banks, and (3) establishing a donor milk awareness program.

To protect and expand access to donor milk, 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 ``Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``donor milk'' means human milk that is processed without additives by a nonprofit milk bank. (2) The term ``nonprofit milk bank'' means a milk bank that-- (A) is accredited by an accrediting body that is recognized by, or meets standards established by, the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of accrediting milk banks; (B) collects, tests, processes, pasteurizes, and distributes donor milk; and (C) is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)) and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code (26 U.S.C. 501(a)). SEC. 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. (2) Medically vulnerable infants, including those born prematurely and those with congenital or acquired conditions, derive significant health benefits from human milk. (3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. When a parent's milk is not available, the provision of donor milk improves health outcomes. (4) Nonprofit milk banks provide an essential medical service. (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. SEC. 4. SUPPORT FOR DONOR MILK ACTIVITIES. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. SEC. 5. EMERGENCY CAPACITY FUNDING FOR MILK BANKS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. (b) Application.--An eligible entity seeking a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Humans Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs. (e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For the purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter. SEC. 6. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. The Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1771 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 24. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. ``(c) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with Federal agencies, State and local governments, and other entities to carry out the program described in subsection (a). ``(d) Definition of Donor Milk.--In this section, the term `donor milk' has the meaning given the term in section 2 of the Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter.''. SEC. 7. CDC PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGN WITH RESPECT TO DONOR MILK FROM NONPROFIT MILK BANKS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. (b) Distribution of Educational Materials.--The public awareness campaign under subsection (a) shall include the distribution of educational materials to-- (1) clinicians, such as pediatric specialists, pediatricians, obstetricians, pediatric nutritionists, midwives, and lactation specialists; and (2) expecting and new parents. SEC. 8. CLARIFYING THE REGULATORY STATUS OF DONOR MILK. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a). <all>

Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes.

Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022

Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy

D

PA

This bill establishes programs and requirements to support the provision of donor milk for infants by nonprofit milk banks, including by (1) allowing Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) funding to be used towards nonprofit milk banks, (2) establishing grants to expand the emergency capacity of nonprofit milk banks, and (3) establishing a donor milk awareness program.

To protect and expand access to donor milk, 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. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) The term ``nonprofit milk bank'' means a milk bank that-- (A) is accredited by an accrediting body that is recognized by, or meets standards established by, the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of accrediting milk banks; (B) collects, tests, processes, pasteurizes, and distributes donor milk; and (C) is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(a)). 3. FINDINGS. (2) Medically vulnerable infants, including those born prematurely and those with congenital or acquired conditions, derive significant health benefits from human milk. (3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. When a parent's milk is not available, the provision of donor milk improves health outcomes. (4) Nonprofit milk banks provide an essential medical service. (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. SUPPORT FOR DONOR MILK ACTIVITIES. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 5. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. (b) Application.--An eligible entity seeking a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Humans Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs. 6. 1771 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 24. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. ``(c) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with Federal agencies, State and local governments, and other entities to carry out the program described in subsection (a). ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter.''. 7. (b) Distribution of Educational Materials.--The public awareness campaign under subsection (a) shall include the distribution of educational materials to-- (1) clinicians, such as pediatric specialists, pediatricians, obstetricians, pediatric nutritionists, midwives, and lactation specialists; and (2) expecting and new parents. SEC. 8. CLARIFYING THE REGULATORY STATUS OF DONOR MILK. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, 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. 2. DEFINITIONS. 501(a)). 3. FINDINGS. (2) Medically vulnerable infants, including those born prematurely and those with congenital or acquired conditions, derive significant health benefits from human milk. (3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. (4) Nonprofit milk banks provide an essential medical service. (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. SUPPORT FOR DONOR MILK ACTIVITIES. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 5. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. (b) Application.--An eligible entity seeking a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Humans Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs. 6. 1771 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 24. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. ``(c) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with Federal agencies, State and local governments, and other entities to carry out the program described in subsection (a). ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter.''. 7. (b) Distribution of Educational Materials.--The public awareness campaign under subsection (a) shall include the distribution of educational materials to-- (1) clinicians, such as pediatric specialists, pediatricians, obstetricians, pediatric nutritionists, midwives, and lactation specialists; and (2) expecting and new parents. SEC. 8. CLARIFYING THE REGULATORY STATUS OF DONOR MILK.

To protect and expand access to donor milk, 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 ``Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. (2) The term ``nonprofit milk bank'' means a milk bank that-- (A) is accredited by an accrediting body that is recognized by, or meets standards established by, the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of accrediting milk banks; (B) collects, tests, processes, pasteurizes, and distributes donor milk; and (C) is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(a)). 3. FINDINGS. (2) Medically vulnerable infants, including those born prematurely and those with congenital or acquired conditions, derive significant health benefits from human milk. (3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. When a parent's milk is not available, the provision of donor milk improves health outcomes. (4) Nonprofit milk banks provide an essential medical service. (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. SUPPORT FOR DONOR MILK ACTIVITIES. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 5. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. (b) Application.--An eligible entity seeking a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Humans Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs. 6. 1771 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 24. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. ``(c) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with Federal agencies, State and local governments, and other entities to carry out the program described in subsection (a). ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter.''. 7. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. (b) Distribution of Educational Materials.--The public awareness campaign under subsection (a) shall include the distribution of educational materials to-- (1) clinicians, such as pediatric specialists, pediatricians, obstetricians, pediatric nutritionists, midwives, and lactation specialists; and (2) expecting and new parents. SEC. 8. CLARIFYING THE REGULATORY STATUS OF DONOR MILK. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, 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 ``Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) The term ``donor milk'' means human milk that is processed without additives by a nonprofit milk bank. (2) The term ``nonprofit milk bank'' means a milk bank that-- (A) is accredited by an accrediting body that is recognized by, or meets standards established by, the Food and Drug Administration for purposes of accrediting milk banks; (B) collects, tests, processes, pasteurizes, and distributes donor milk; and (C) is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)) and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code (26 U.S.C. 501(a)). 3. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. (2) Medically vulnerable infants, including those born prematurely and those with congenital or acquired conditions, derive significant health benefits from human milk. (3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. When a parent's milk is not available, the provision of donor milk improves health outcomes. (4) Nonprofit milk banks provide an essential medical service. (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. SUPPORT FOR DONOR MILK ACTIVITIES. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. 5. EMERGENCY CAPACITY FUNDING FOR MILK BANKS. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. (b) Application.--An eligible entity seeking a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Humans Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs. 6. 1771 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``SEC. 24. DONOR MILK AWARENESS PROGRAM. ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. ``(c) Cooperative Agreements.--The Secretary is authorized to enter into cooperative agreements with Federal agencies, State and local governments, and other entities to carry out the program described in subsection (a). ``(d) Definition of Donor Milk.--In this section, the term `donor milk' has the meaning given the term in section 2 of the Access to Donor Milk Act of 2022. ``(e) Authorization of Appropriations.--For purposes of carrying out this section, there are authorized to be appropriated $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2023, and such sums as may be necessary for each fiscal year thereafter.''. 7. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. (b) Distribution of Educational Materials.--The public awareness campaign under subsection (a) shall include the distribution of educational materials to-- (1) clinicians, such as pediatric specialists, pediatricians, obstetricians, pediatric nutritionists, midwives, and lactation specialists; and (2) expecting and new parents. SEC. 8. CLARIFYING THE REGULATORY STATUS OF DONOR MILK. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. ( (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. ( a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. 3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. 3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. ( (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. ( a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. 3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. ( (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. ( a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. 3) Mothers of medically vulnerable infants often face unique obstacles to producing enough milk. Section 17 of the Child Nutrition Act of 1966 (42 U.S.C. 1786) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(4), by inserting ``(including support for donor milk activities)'' after ``promotion''; and (2) in subsection (h)(1)(C), by adding at the end the following: ``(iii) Donor milk.--A State agency may use amounts made available under clause (i) for the collection and storage of unprocessed donations of human milk, the transfer of such milk to a nonprofit milk bank, and to make donor milk available to program participants.''. (a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. Congress finds the following: (1) Human milk is the optimal first food for infants. ( (5) The nonprofit milk banking model of donor non- remuneration and standardized processing of single ingredient pools ensures a safe and high-quality product for the Nation's most vulnerable infants. a) In General.--The Secretary shall award competitive grants to eligible entities for expanding emergency capacity with respect to banking donor milk. ( (c) Use of Funds.--Expanding emergency capacity pursuant to a grant under this section may include-- (1) publicizing the need for donor milk; (2) providing resources to patients, making patients aware of donor milk, and providing information to clinicians about donor milk; (3) covering donor milk processing fees; (4) increasing staffing and supplies needed at nonprofit milk banks; and (5) purchasing consumable products needed for donor milk processing. ( d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. ``(b) Conduct of Program.--In carrying out the program described in subsection (a), the Secretary may-- ``(1) develop or assist others to develop appropriate educational materials, including public service announcements, promotional publications, and press kits for the program described in subsection (a); ``(2) publish information about the program described in subsection (a) on the Department's website; and ``(3) distribute or assist other to distribute such materials appropriate for public and private individuals and entities. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, shall expand and intensify the activities of the Centers to include a public awareness campaign with respect to donor milk from nonprofit milk banks. ( a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. ( b) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall submit to Congress a report specifying the regulatory categorization of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank under the rule issued under subsection (a).

To protect and expand access to donor milk, and for other purposes. d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means an entity that-- (A) is recognized by the Food and Drug Administration as an accrediting body for nonprofit milk banks; and (B) in the application submitted under subsection (b), demonstrates, with respect to such entity-- (i) a rapid increase in demand for donor milk; or (ii) a shortage of supplies needed to operate a nonprofit milk bank. ( ``(a) In General.--The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall establish a donor milk awareness program to-- ``(1) educate the public on donor milk and nonprofit milk banks; and ``(2) publicize the need for donor milk at nonprofit milk banks. a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, shall issue a rule to clarify the regulatory status (and any associated categorization) of donor milk provided by a nonprofit milk bank. (

S.1253

Economics and Public Finance

Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021 This bill establishes annual spending limits that are equal to specified percentages of potential gross domestic product (GDP). Potential GDP generally refers to the GDP that would occur if the economy were at full employment without inflation. The spending limits apply to all budget authority and outlays of the federal government excluding net interest. The bill establishes procedures for enforcing the spending limits, including requirements for sequestration (i.e., automatic spending cuts) and for the President's budget and congressional budget resolutions to comply with the limits. The bill also requires at least 1% of total discretionary spending for each year to be reserved for emergencies.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This title may be cited as the ``Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. (a) Total Spending Limits.--Section 251 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 901) is amended to read as follows: ``SEC. 251. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ``(a) Projections.-- ``(1) OMB report.--OMB shall prepare a report comparing projected total spending under section 257 and the total spending limits in subsection (c), and include such report in the budget as submitted by the President annually under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code. ``(2) CBO report.--CBO shall prepare a report comparing projected total spending under section 257 and the total spending limits in subsection (c), and include such report in the CBO annual baseline and reestimate of the President's budget. ``(3) Inclusion in spending reduction orders.--Reports prepared pursuant to this subsection shall be included in a spending reduction order issued under subsection (b). ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(2) Calculation of spending reduction.--Subject to paragraph (3), each non-exempt budget account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to achieve the required automatic spending reduction. ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(c) Fiscal Years of the Total Spending Period.--The total spending limit for each fiscal year shall be as follows: ``(1) Fiscal year 2022: 18.9 percent of potential GDP. ``(2) Fiscal year 2023: 18.6 percent of potential GDP. ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(4) Fiscal year 2025: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(6) Fiscal year 2027: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(7) Fiscal year 2028: 18.6 percent of potential GDP. ``(8) Fiscal year 2029: 17.9 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. ``(10) Fiscal year 2031 and subsequent fiscal years: 17.5 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 658)) enacted after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. Such amount shall not be treated as being less than zero with respect to any fiscal year.''. (b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) The term `total spending limit' means the maximum permissible total spending of the Government set forth as a percentage of estimated potential GDP specified in section 251(c). ``(23) The term `potential GDP' means the gross domestic product that would occur if the economy were at full employment, not exceeding the employment level at which inflation would accelerate.''. (c) Conforming Amendments.--Part C of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 254 (2 U.S.C. 904)-- (A) in subsection (a), in the table, by inserting ``and spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place it appears; (B) in subsection (c)-- (i) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Spending Reduction'' after ``Sequestration''; (ii) in paragraph (1), by striking ``discretionary, pay-as-you-go, and deficit sequestration'' and inserting ``pay-as-you-go and deficit sequestration and regarding spending reduction''; (iii) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(2) Spending reduction report.--The preview reports shall set forth for the budget year estimates for each of the following: ``(A) Estimated total spending. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c).''; (C) in subsection (e)-- (i) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Spending Reduction'' after ``Sequestration''; and (ii) by inserting ``and spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place it appears; and (D) in subsection (f)-- (i) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Spending Reduction'' after ``Sequestration''; (ii) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``and spending reduction'' after ``sequestration''; (iii) by striking paragraph (2); (iv) by redesignating paragraphs (3), (4), and (5) as paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), respectively; and (v) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated-- (I) in the heading, by inserting ``and spending reduction '' before `` reports''; (II) in the first sentence, by inserting ``spending reduction report'' after ``preview reports''; and (III) by striking the second sentence and inserting the following: ``In addition, these reports shall contain, for the budget year, for each account to be sequestered or subject to a spending reduction, as the case may be, estimates of the baseline level of sequestrable or reducible budgetary resources and resulting outlays and the amount of budgetary resources to be sequestered or reduced and resulting outlay reductions.''; (vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907(a)), by inserting ``total spending,'' after ``outlays,''; and (3) in section 258C(a)(1) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. (d) Table of Contents.--The table of contents in section 250(a) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(a)) is amended by striking the item relating to section 251 and inserting the following: ``Sec. 251. Total spending limits.''. SEC. 3. ALLOCATION FOR EMERGENCIES. (a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. (b) Budget of the President.--Section 1105(a)(14) of title 31, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``, including an amount for emergency spending not less than 1 percent of all discretionary spending for that year'' before the period. SEC. 4. PRESIDENT'S BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO CONGRESS. Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. ``(2) Any budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) or paragraph (1) for a fiscal year shall include a prioritization of spending (as described in section 256(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985), by ranking all programs, projects, and activities of the Government in five categories from the-- ``(A) vital to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(B) important to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(C) important to the general welfare and benefits from national policy; ``(D) advances the general welfare and can largely be accomplished by non-Federal entities; and ``(E) does not clearly advance the general welfare and may be unsuited for national policy; with not less than 12 percent of total spending falling into any one category.''. SEC. 5. CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. (a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. (b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''. <all>

Maximizing America’s Prosperity Act of 2021

A bill to cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget.

Maximizing America’s Prosperity Act of 2021

Sen. Braun, Mike

R

IN

This bill establishes annual spending limits that are equal to specified percentages of potential gross domestic product (GDP). Potential GDP generally refers to the GDP that would occur if the economy were at full employment without inflation. The spending limits apply to all budget authority and outlays of the federal government excluding net interest. The bill establishes procedures for enforcing the spending limits, including requirements for sequestration (i.e., automatic spending cuts) and for the President's budget and congressional budget resolutions to comply with the limits. The bill also requires at least 1% of total discretionary spending for each year to be reserved for emergencies.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This title may be cited as the ``Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021''. 2. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ``(3) Inclusion in spending reduction orders.--Reports prepared pursuant to this subsection shall be included in a spending reduction order issued under subsection (b). ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(4) Fiscal year 2025: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. Such amount shall not be treated as being less than zero with respect to any fiscal year.''. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(23) The term `potential GDP' means the gross domestic product that would occur if the economy were at full employment, not exceeding the employment level at which inflation would accelerate.''. is amended-- (1) in section 254 (2 U.S.C. ''; (vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. (d) Table of Contents.--The table of contents in section 250(a) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 251. 3. ALLOCATION FOR EMERGENCIES. PRESIDENT'S BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO CONGRESS. ``(2) Any budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) or paragraph (1) for a fiscal year shall include a prioritization of spending (as described in section 256(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985), by ranking all programs, projects, and activities of the Government in five categories from the-- ``(A) vital to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(B) important to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(C) important to the general welfare and benefits from national policy; ``(D) advances the general welfare and can largely be accomplished by non-Federal entities; and ``(E) does not clearly advance the general welfare and may be unsuited for national policy; with not less than 12 percent of total spending falling into any one category.''. SEC. 5. CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. (a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. This title may be cited as the ``Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021''. 2. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ``(3) Inclusion in spending reduction orders.--Reports prepared pursuant to this subsection shall be included in a spending reduction order issued under subsection (b). ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(4) Fiscal year 2025: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. Such amount shall not be treated as being less than zero with respect to any fiscal year.''. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. is amended-- (1) in section 254 (2 U.S.C. ''; (vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. (d) Table of Contents.--The table of contents in section 250(a) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 251. 3. ALLOCATION FOR EMERGENCIES. PRESIDENT'S BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO CONGRESS. SEC. 5. CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. (a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This title may be cited as the ``Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021''. 2. 901) is amended to read as follows: ``SEC. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ``(2) CBO report.--CBO shall prepare a report comparing projected total spending under section 257 and the total spending limits in subsection (c), and include such report in the CBO annual baseline and reestimate of the President's budget. ``(3) Inclusion in spending reduction orders.--Reports prepared pursuant to this subsection shall be included in a spending reduction order issued under subsection (b). ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(4) Fiscal year 2025: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. Such amount shall not be treated as being less than zero with respect to any fiscal year.''. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(23) The term `potential GDP' means the gross domestic product that would occur if the economy were at full employment, not exceeding the employment level at which inflation would accelerate.''. 900 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 254 (2 U.S.C. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ''; (vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. (d) Table of Contents.--The table of contents in section 250(a) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 251. 3. ALLOCATION FOR EMERGENCIES. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. PRESIDENT'S BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO CONGRESS. Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. ``(2) Any budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) or paragraph (1) for a fiscal year shall include a prioritization of spending (as described in section 256(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985), by ranking all programs, projects, and activities of the Government in five categories from the-- ``(A) vital to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(B) important to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(C) important to the general welfare and benefits from national policy; ``(D) advances the general welfare and can largely be accomplished by non-Federal entities; and ``(E) does not clearly advance the general welfare and may be unsuited for national policy; with not less than 12 percent of total spending falling into any one category.''. SEC. 5. CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. (a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This title may be cited as the ``Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021''. 2. 901) is amended to read as follows: ``SEC. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ``(2) CBO report.--CBO shall prepare a report comparing projected total spending under section 257 and the total spending limits in subsection (c), and include such report in the CBO annual baseline and reestimate of the President's budget. ``(3) Inclusion in spending reduction orders.--Reports prepared pursuant to this subsection shall be included in a spending reduction order issued under subsection (b). ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(2) Calculation of spending reduction.--Subject to paragraph (3), each non-exempt budget account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to achieve the required automatic spending reduction. ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(4) Fiscal year 2025: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(8) Fiscal year 2029: 17.9 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. ``(10) Fiscal year 2031 and subsequent fiscal years: 17.5 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 658)) enacted after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. Such amount shall not be treated as being less than zero with respect to any fiscal year.''. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(23) The term `potential GDP' means the gross domestic product that would occur if the economy were at full employment, not exceeding the employment level at which inflation would accelerate.''. 900 et seq.) is amended-- (1) in section 254 (2 U.S.C. 904)-- (A) in subsection (a), in the table, by inserting ``and spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place it appears; (B) in subsection (c)-- (i) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``and Spending Reduction'' after ``Sequestration''; (ii) in paragraph (1), by striking ``discretionary, pay-as-you-go, and deficit sequestration'' and inserting ``pay-as-you-go and deficit sequestration and regarding spending reduction''; (iii) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following: ``(2) Spending reduction report.--The preview reports shall set forth for the budget year estimates for each of the following: ``(A) Estimated total spending. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ''; (vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. (d) Table of Contents.--The table of contents in section 250(a) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 251. 3. ALLOCATION FOR EMERGENCIES. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. PRESIDENT'S BUDGET SUBMISSIONS TO CONGRESS. Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. ``(2) Any budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) or paragraph (1) for a fiscal year shall include a prioritization of spending (as described in section 256(a)(2) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985), by ranking all programs, projects, and activities of the Government in five categories from the-- ``(A) vital to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(B) important to the general welfare and requires national policy; ``(C) important to the general welfare and benefits from national policy; ``(D) advances the general welfare and can largely be accomplished by non-Federal entities; and ``(E) does not clearly advance the general welfare and may be unsuited for national policy; with not less than 12 percent of total spending falling into any one category.''. SEC. 5. CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. (a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. (b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(2) Calculation of spending reduction.--Subject to paragraph (3), each non-exempt budget account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to achieve the required automatic spending reduction. ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(6) Fiscal year 2027: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 658)) enacted after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907(a)), by inserting ``total spending,'' after ``outlays,''; and (3) in section 258C(a)(1) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ( ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). ''; ( 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ( ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). ''; ( 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(2) Calculation of spending reduction.--Subject to paragraph (3), each non-exempt budget account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to achieve the required automatic spending reduction. ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(6) Fiscal year 2027: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 658)) enacted after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907(a)), by inserting ``total spending,'' after ``outlays,''; and (3) in section 258C(a)(1) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ( ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). ''; ( 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(2) Calculation of spending reduction.--Subject to paragraph (3), each non-exempt budget account shall be reduced by a dollar amount calculated by multiplying the enacted level of sequestrable budgetary resources in that account at that time by the uniform percentage necessary to achieve the required automatic spending reduction. ``(3) Limitation on reduction.--No budget account shall be subject to a spending reduction of more than 5 percent of the budgetary resources of the budget account. ``(6) Fiscal year 2027: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(d) Reduction for Unfunded Federal Mandates.--The amount determined under subsection (c) with respect to each fiscal year shall be reduced by an amount equal to the amount of the unfunded direct costs with respect to such fiscal year of Federal mandates (as such terms are defined in section 421 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 658)) enacted after the date of the enactment of the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). vi) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by striking ``sequesterable'' and inserting ``sequestrable or reducible''; and (vii) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated-- (I) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``final sequestration''; (II) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' before ``is required''; and (III) by inserting ``or spending reductions, as the case may be,'' after ``sequestrations''; (2) in section 257(a) (2 U.S.C. 907(a)), by inserting ``total spending,'' after ``outlays,''; and (3) in section 258C(a)(1) (2 U.S.C. 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ( ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). ''; ( 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. (

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. TOTAL SPENDING LIMITS. ( ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). ``(3) Fiscal year 2024: 18.2 percent of potential GDP. ``(5) Fiscal year 2026: 18.4 percent of potential GDP. ``(9) Fiscal year 2030: 17.7 percent of potential GDP. b) Definitions.--Section 250(c) of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (2 U.S.C. 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. ``(B) Estimate of potential GDP. ``(C) The spending reduction necessary to comply with the total spending limit under section 251(c). ''; ( 907d(a)(1))-- (A) by inserting ``or spending reduction'' after ``sequestration'' each place the term appears; and (B) by striking ``252 or 253'' and inserting ``251, 252, or 253''. ( a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( CONCURRENT RESOLUTIONS ON THE BUDGET. ( b) Conforming Amendment.--Subsections (c)(2) and (d)(3) of section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 621 note) are each amended by striking ``and 312(c)'' and inserting ``312(c), and 312(g)''.

To cap noninterest Federal spending as a percentage of potential GDP to right-size the Government, grow the economy, and balance the budget. ``(b) Spending Reduction Order.-- ``(1) In general.--Within 15 calendar days after Congress adjourns to end a session, there shall be a spending reduction order under section 254(f)(4). 900(c)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(22)(A) The term `total spending' means all budget authority and outlays of the Government excluding net interest. a) In General.--Section 302(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 633(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(6) Allocation to the committees on appropriations for emergencies.--Of the amounts of new budget authority and outlays allocated to the Committees on Appropriations for the first fiscal year of the concurrent resolution on the budget, 1 percent shall be designated as for emergencies and may be used for no other purpose.''. ( Section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(i)(1) The budget transmitted pursuant to subsection (a) shall be in compliance with the statutory cap on Federal spending set forth in the Maximizing America's Prosperity Act of 2021. a) In General.--Section 312 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 (2 U.S.C. 643) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection: ``(g) Statutory Cap on Total Federal Spending Point of Order.--It shall not be in order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any concurrent resolution on the budget that sets forth total Federal outlays for any fiscal year in excess of those set forth for that fiscal year in section 252A of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.''. (

S.230

Health

Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act or the PREPARE LTC Act This bill provides statutory authority for certain infection control and emergency preparedness requirements for Medicare skilled nursing facilities and Medicaid nursing facilities, and expands certain requirements to apply to other infectious disease outbreaks beyond COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for regulations that require, and set standards for, infection control programs and emergency preparedness programs in such facilities. The bill requires facilities to report information concerning any infectious disease outbreak that results in a state or national emergency in accordance with the standards for COVID-19 reporting. It also prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from reducing the frequency of compliance surveys or waiving direct care staffing reports during such outbreaks. Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must report on deficiencies relating to COVID-19 infection control and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, 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 ``Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act'' or the ``PREPARE LTC Act''. SEC. 2. CODIFYING INFECTION CONTROL AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REGULATIONS FOR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES AND NURSING FACILITIES AS A REQUIREMENT FOR PARTICIPATION UNDER THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PROGRAMS. (a) Infection Control Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)(3)) is amended-- (A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and moving such clauses 2 ems to the right; (B) by striking ``environment.-- A skilled nursing facility must--'' and inserting ``environment.-- ``(A) In general.--A skilled nursing facility must--''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Application statement.--For purposes of carrying out this paragraph, the Secretary shall apply by reference the provisions of section 483.80 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act), except in applying subsection (g) of such regulation-- ``(i) any reference to COVID-19 shall be treated as a reference to an infectious disease outbreak, as defined in subparagraph (C); and ``(ii) any reference to ventilator capacity shall be treated as a reference to medical equipment and supplies critical to the infectious disease outbreak, including ventilator capacity. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(II) The period during which there exists a public health emergency related to an infectious disease outbreak declared by the Secretary pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)(3)) is amended-- (A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and moving such clauses 2 ems to the right; (B) by striking ``environment.-- A nursing facility must--'' and inserting ``environment.-- ``(A) In general.--A nursing facility must--''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Application statement.--For purposes of carrying out this paragraph, the Secretary shall apply by reference the provisions of section 483.80 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act), except in applying subsection (g) of such regulation-- ``(i) any reference to COVID-19 shall be treated as a reference to an infectious disease outbreak, as defined in subparagraph (C); and ``(ii) any reference to ventilator capacity shall be treated as a reference to medical equipment and supplies critical to the infectious disease outbreak, including ventilator capacity. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. (b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. (c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. (d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3), as added by subsection (a)(1)), (or, in the case of the COVID-19 emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b- 5(g)(1)(B)), not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act), the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services shall make publicly available on the internet website of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data on deficiencies identified during the survey process described under subsection (g) of such section 1819, with respect to infection control and direct care staffing in a skilled nursing facility (as defined in subsection (a) of such section 1819). Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. SEC. 3. PROHIBITION ON REDUCING FREQUENCY OF STANDARD SURVEYS. (a) Medicare.--Section 1819(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. (b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. SEC. 4. PROHIBITION ON WAIVING SUBMISSIONS OF DIRECT CARE STAFFING INFORMATION. Section 1128I(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7j(g)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; (3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph: ``(5) shall be submitted not less frequently than quarterly, on a schedule specified by the Secretary.''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new sentence: ``The Secretary shall not waive the requirements of this subsection in the case of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. SEC. 5. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. Not later than one year after the end of the COVID-19 emergency period (as described in section 1135(g)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act. <all>

PREPARE LTC Act

A bill to amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes.

PREPARE LTC Act Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act

Sen. Menendez, Robert

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NJ

This bill provides statutory authority for certain infection control and emergency preparedness requirements for Medicare skilled nursing facilities and Medicaid nursing facilities, and expands certain requirements to apply to other infectious disease outbreaks beyond COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for regulations that require, and set standards for, infection control programs and emergency preparedness programs in such facilities. The bill requires facilities to report information concerning any infectious disease outbreak that results in a state or national emergency in accordance with the standards for COVID-19 reporting. It also prohibits the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from reducing the frequency of compliance surveys or waiving direct care staffing reports during such outbreaks. Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must report on deficiencies relating to COVID-19 infection control and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (a) Infection Control Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)(3)) is amended-- (A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and moving such clauses 2 ems to the right; (B) by striking ``environment.-- A skilled nursing facility must--'' and inserting ``environment.-- ``(A) In general.--A skilled nursing facility must--''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Application statement.--For purposes of carrying out this paragraph, the Secretary shall apply by reference the provisions of section 483.80 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act), except in applying subsection (g) of such regulation-- ``(i) any reference to COVID-19 shall be treated as a reference to an infectious disease outbreak, as defined in subparagraph (C); and ``(ii) any reference to ventilator capacity shall be treated as a reference to medical equipment and supplies critical to the infectious disease outbreak, including ventilator capacity. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(II) The period during which there exists a public health emergency related to an infectious disease outbreak declared by the Secretary pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. (c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. 3. PROHIBITION ON REDUCING FREQUENCY OF STANDARD SURVEYS. 4. PROHIBITION ON WAIVING SUBMISSIONS OF DIRECT CARE STAFFING INFORMATION. 5. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. SEC. 6. The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

(a) Infection Control Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(II) The period during which there exists a public health emergency related to an infectious disease outbreak declared by the Secretary pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. 3. PROHIBITION ON REDUCING FREQUENCY OF STANDARD SURVEYS. 4. PROHIBITION ON WAIVING SUBMISSIONS OF DIRECT CARE STAFFING INFORMATION. 5. SEC. 6. The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, 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. (a) Infection Control Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)(3)) is amended-- (A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and moving such clauses 2 ems to the right; (B) by striking ``environment.-- A skilled nursing facility must--'' and inserting ``environment.-- ``(A) In general.--A skilled nursing facility must--''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Application statement.--For purposes of carrying out this paragraph, the Secretary shall apply by reference the provisions of section 483.80 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act), except in applying subsection (g) of such regulation-- ``(i) any reference to COVID-19 shall be treated as a reference to an infectious disease outbreak, as defined in subparagraph (C); and ``(ii) any reference to ventilator capacity shall be treated as a reference to medical equipment and supplies critical to the infectious disease outbreak, including ventilator capacity. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(II) The period during which there exists a public health emergency related to an infectious disease outbreak declared by the Secretary pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. (c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. 3. PROHIBITION ON REDUCING FREQUENCY OF STANDARD SURVEYS. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. 4. PROHIBITION ON WAIVING SUBMISSIONS OF DIRECT CARE STAFFING INFORMATION. 5. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, 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 ``Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act'' or the ``PREPARE LTC Act''. CODIFYING INFECTION CONTROL AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REGULATIONS FOR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES AND NURSING FACILITIES AS A REQUIREMENT FOR PARTICIPATION UNDER THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PROGRAMS. (a) Infection Control Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)(3)) is amended-- (A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and moving such clauses 2 ems to the right; (B) by striking ``environment.-- A skilled nursing facility must--'' and inserting ``environment.-- ``(A) In general.--A skilled nursing facility must--''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(B) Application statement.--For purposes of carrying out this paragraph, the Secretary shall apply by reference the provisions of section 483.80 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act), except in applying subsection (g) of such regulation-- ``(i) any reference to COVID-19 shall be treated as a reference to an infectious disease outbreak, as defined in subparagraph (C); and ``(ii) any reference to ventilator capacity shall be treated as a reference to medical equipment and supplies critical to the infectious disease outbreak, including ventilator capacity. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(II) The period during which there exists a public health emergency related to an infectious disease outbreak declared by the Secretary pursuant to section 319 of the Public Health Service Act. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. (2) Medicaid.--Section 1919(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. (c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. 1320b- 5(g)(1)(B)), not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act), the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services shall make publicly available on the internet website of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data on deficiencies identified during the survey process described under subsection (g) of such section 1819, with respect to infection control and direct care staffing in a skilled nursing facility (as defined in subsection (a) of such section 1819). Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. 3. PROHIBITION ON REDUCING FREQUENCY OF STANDARD SURVEYS. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. 4. PROHIBITION ON WAIVING SUBMISSIONS OF DIRECT CARE STAFFING INFORMATION. 1320a-7j(g)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; (3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph: ``(5) shall be submitted not less frequently than quarterly, on a schedule specified by the Secretary. ''; and (4) by adding at the end the following new sentence: ``The Secretary shall not waive the requirements of this subsection in the case of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 5. GAO STUDY AND REPORT. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). SEC. 6. EFFECTIVE DATE. The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. CODIFYING INFECTION CONTROL AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REGULATIONS FOR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES AND NURSING FACILITIES AS A REQUIREMENT FOR PARTICIPATION UNDER THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PROGRAMS. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. ( b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. a) Medicare.--Section 1819(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. ( 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. Section 1128I(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7j(g)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; (3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph: ``(5) shall be submitted not less frequently than quarterly, on a schedule specified by the Secretary. ''; 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( (b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. ( Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( (b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. ( Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. CODIFYING INFECTION CONTROL AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REGULATIONS FOR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES AND NURSING FACILITIES AS A REQUIREMENT FOR PARTICIPATION UNDER THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PROGRAMS. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. ( b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. a) Medicare.--Section 1819(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. ( 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. Section 1128I(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7j(g)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; (3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph: ``(5) shall be submitted not less frequently than quarterly, on a schedule specified by the Secretary. ''; 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( (b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( c) Requirement To Issue Guidance.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall issue guidance to carry out the amendments made by this section. ( Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. CODIFYING INFECTION CONTROL AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS REGULATIONS FOR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES AND NURSING FACILITIES AS A REQUIREMENT FOR PARTICIPATION UNDER THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PROGRAMS. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--For purposes of subparagraph (B), the term `infectious disease outbreak' means any of the following periods: ``(i) COVID-19 emergency period.--The emergency period described in section 1135(g)(1)(B). ``(ii) Other infectious disease outbreak periods.-- ``(I) The period beginning on the date a nationwide emergency related to a public health emergency is declared by the President pursuant to the National Emergencies Act or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and ending on the date that is 6 months after the date on which the declaration pursuant to the Stafford Act, a Major Disaster Declaration, or the National Emergencies Act, as applicable, ends, whichever is the latest. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. ( b) Emergency Preparedness Regulations.-- (1) Medicare.--Section 1819(d) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(5) Emergency preparedness.--A skilled nursing facility shall meet the requirements applicable to skilled nursing facilities under the provisions of section 483.73 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of the enactment of the Promoting Restoration of Emergency Preparedness and Advancing Response to Epidemics in Long-Term Care Act).''. ( d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. a) Medicare.--Section 1819(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. ( 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. Section 1128I(g) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7j(g)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; (3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph: ``(5) shall be submitted not less frequently than quarterly, on a schedule specified by the Secretary. ''; 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ( b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d).

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. ( d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. ( 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ( b) Medicaid.--Section 1919(g)(2)(A)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1320b-5(g)(1)(B))), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Finance of the Senate a report analyzing deficiencies during such period in infection control measures and direct care staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities (as defined in section 1819(a) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d).

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to codify certain infection control and emergency preparedness regulations, to prohibit a reduction in the frequency of surveys of skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities, and to prohibit the waiver of certain reporting requirements, and for other purposes. ``(III) With respect to a skilled nursing facility in a State with respect to which the Governor has declared an emergency or major disaster (as defined by the State) with respect to an infectious disease outbreak, the period for which such declaration is in effect with respect to such State.''. ( ``(C) Infectious disease outbreak defined.--The term `infectious disease outbreak' has the meaning given such term in section 1819(d)(3)(C).''. ( d) Public Availability of Data on Deficiencies in Infection Control and Direct Care Staffing in Skilled Nursing Facilities.--Not later than 2 weeks after the beginning of a period of an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subparagraph (C) of subsection (d)(3) of section 1819 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Such data so posted, with respect to an infectious disease outbreak (as so defined), shall be updated every two weeks until the end of the period of such outbreak. 1395i-3(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(III) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in subsection (d)(3)(C)).''. ( 1396r(g)(2)(A)(iii)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subclause: ``(I) Prohibition on reducing frequency of surveys conducted during an infectious disease outbreak.--The Secretary shall not reduce the frequency of surveys conducted under this section during an infectious disease outbreak (as defined in section 1819(d)(3)(C)).''. 1395i-3(a))), as reported by the Administrator under section 2(d). The amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act.

H.R.2249

Sports and Recreation

Willie O'Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree or, if unavailable, to a member of his family, in recognition of his contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 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 ``Willie O'Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Willie O'Ree was the first Black player to compete in the National Hockey League (NHL), appearing for the Boston Bruins on January 18, 1958, in the throes of the civil rights movement in the United States helping to end racial segregation in the premier professional ice hockey league; he is widely referred to as the ``Jackie Robinson of Hockey''. (2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. (3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. O'Ree was a standout athlete on the ice and the baseball diamond. (4) At age 21, O'Ree was being scouted by professional baseball teams and seriously considered baseball as a career. Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. (5) While playing amateur hockey, Willie was struck in his right eye with a puck and lost his eyesight. He was told by doctors to abandon his hockey career; instead, never disclosing the extent of his injury, he pursued his dream of playing professional hockey. (6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. O'Ree was unaware he had broken the color barrier at the top level of the sport until he read it in the newspaper the following day. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. (8) In 1996, 17 years after O'Ree retired from professional hockey, the National Hockey League hired O'Ree as the first- ever Diversity Ambassador. Having already changed the game forever through his courage and convictions, O'Ree gives new definition to what it means to be a trailblazer. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. With O'Ree providing a vivid example of what is possible and serving as a relentless supporter of children pursuing their dreams, more than 30 nonprofit youth organizations, dubbed Hockey is for Everyone programs, were developed across North America, each committed to offering minority and underserved children an opportunity to play hockey, leveraging the sport to build character, foster positive values, and develop important life skills. (10) Through Hockey is for Everyone programs, more than 120,000 boys and girls have been positively impacted. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. (11) Hockey is for Everyone programs have provided important opportunities for youth to partake in physical fitness. Today in the United States, fewer than half of the children ages 6-11 engage in the recommended amount of physical activity, and that number is lower for low-income families. O'Ree has stood as a champion of youth athletic participation and its health benefits for decades. (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. The program has excelled at using hockey as a vehicle to improve the social and emotional wellness of youth and improve students' academic performances both in primary school and beyond. (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. (14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. 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 the Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to Willie O'Ree, or if unavailable, to a member of his family, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. The design shall bear an image of, and an inscription of the name of, Willie O'Ree. 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. STATUS OF MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. <all>

Willie O’Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity.

Willie O’Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act

Rep. Quigley, Mike

D

IL

This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree or, if unavailable, to a member of his family, in recognition of his contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. O'Ree was a standout athlete on the ice and the baseball diamond. (5) While playing amateur hockey, Willie was struck in his right eye with a puck and lost his eyesight. He was told by doctors to abandon his hockey career; instead, never disclosing the extent of his injury, he pursued his dream of playing professional hockey. (6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. O'Ree was unaware he had broken the color barrier at the top level of the sport until he read it in the newspaper the following day. (8) In 1996, 17 years after O'Ree retired from professional hockey, the National Hockey League hired O'Ree as the first- ever Diversity Ambassador. Having already changed the game forever through his courage and convictions, O'Ree gives new definition to what it means to be a trailblazer. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. (10) Through Hockey is for Everyone programs, more than 120,000 boys and girls have been positively impacted. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. (11) Hockey is for Everyone programs have provided important opportunities for youth to partake in physical fitness. The program has excelled at using hockey as a vehicle to improve the social and emotional wellness of youth and improve students' academic performances both in primary school and beyond. (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. The design shall bear an image of, and an inscription of the name of, Willie O'Ree. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. SEC. 5.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. O'Ree was a standout athlete on the ice and the baseball diamond. (5) While playing amateur hockey, Willie was struck in his right eye with a puck and lost his eyesight. He was told by doctors to abandon his hockey career; instead, never disclosing the extent of his injury, he pursued his dream of playing professional hockey. (6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (8) In 1996, 17 years after O'Ree retired from professional hockey, the National Hockey League hired O'Ree as the first- ever Diversity Ambassador. Having already changed the game forever through his courage and convictions, O'Ree gives new definition to what it means to be a trailblazer. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. (11) Hockey is for Everyone programs have provided important opportunities for youth to partake in physical fitness. The program has excelled at using hockey as a vehicle to improve the social and emotional wellness of youth and improve students' academic performances both in primary school and beyond. (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. The design shall bear an image of, and an inscription of the name of, Willie O'Ree. 4. DUPLICATE MEDALS. SEC. 5.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. (3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. O'Ree was a standout athlete on the ice and the baseball diamond. Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. (5) While playing amateur hockey, Willie was struck in his right eye with a puck and lost his eyesight. He was told by doctors to abandon his hockey career; instead, never disclosing the extent of his injury, he pursued his dream of playing professional hockey. (6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. O'Ree was unaware he had broken the color barrier at the top level of the sport until he read it in the newspaper the following day. (8) In 1996, 17 years after O'Ree retired from professional hockey, the National Hockey League hired O'Ree as the first- ever Diversity Ambassador. Having already changed the game forever through his courage and convictions, O'Ree gives new definition to what it means to be a trailblazer. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. (10) Through Hockey is for Everyone programs, more than 120,000 boys and girls have been positively impacted. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. (11) Hockey is for Everyone programs have provided important opportunities for youth to partake in physical fitness. Today in the United States, fewer than half of the children ages 6-11 engage in the recommended amount of physical activity, and that number is lower for low-income families. O'Ree has stood as a champion of youth athletic participation and its health benefits for decades. (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. The program has excelled at using hockey as a vehicle to improve the social and emotional wellness of youth and improve students' academic performances both in primary school and beyond. (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. (14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. 3. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. The design shall bear an image of, and an inscription of the name of, Willie O'Ree. 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.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Willie O'Ree was the first Black player to compete in the National Hockey League (NHL), appearing for the Boston Bruins on January 18, 1958, in the throes of the civil rights movement in the United States helping to end racial segregation in the premier professional ice hockey league; he is widely referred to as the ``Jackie Robinson of Hockey''. (2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. (3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. O'Ree was a standout athlete on the ice and the baseball diamond. Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. (5) While playing amateur hockey, Willie was struck in his right eye with a puck and lost his eyesight. He was told by doctors to abandon his hockey career; instead, never disclosing the extent of his injury, he pursued his dream of playing professional hockey. (6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. O'Ree was unaware he had broken the color barrier at the top level of the sport until he read it in the newspaper the following day. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. (8) In 1996, 17 years after O'Ree retired from professional hockey, the National Hockey League hired O'Ree as the first- ever Diversity Ambassador. Having already changed the game forever through his courage and convictions, O'Ree gives new definition to what it means to be a trailblazer. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. With O'Ree providing a vivid example of what is possible and serving as a relentless supporter of children pursuing their dreams, more than 30 nonprofit youth organizations, dubbed Hockey is for Everyone programs, were developed across North America, each committed to offering minority and underserved children an opportunity to play hockey, leveraging the sport to build character, foster positive values, and develop important life skills. (10) Through Hockey is for Everyone programs, more than 120,000 boys and girls have been positively impacted. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. (11) Hockey is for Everyone programs have provided important opportunities for youth to partake in physical fitness. Today in the United States, fewer than half of the children ages 6-11 engage in the recommended amount of physical activity, and that number is lower for low-income families. O'Ree has stood as a champion of youth athletic participation and its health benefits for decades. (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. The program has excelled at using hockey as a vehicle to improve the social and emotional wellness of youth and improve students' academic performances both in primary school and beyond. (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. (14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. 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 the Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design to Willie O'Ree, or if unavailable, to a member of his family, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. The design shall bear an image of, and an inscription of the name of, Willie O'Ree. 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. STATUS OF MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. ( Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. ( 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. 14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. ( 9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. ( 9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. ( Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. ( 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. 14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. ( 9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. ( Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. ( 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. 14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. ( 9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. ( Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. ( 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. 14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 3) Willie O'Ree was raised by his parents in Fredericton, a predominantly White town where hockey was deeply rooted within the culture. 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (7) Blind in 1 eye and a victim of racism at times throughout his career, O'Ree persevered and played professional hockey for 22 years, tallying over 1,000 points. ( 9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (13) O'Ree was also named a Member of the Order of Canada in 2008 and, in 2018, the City of Boston released an official Proclamation recognizing January 18, the anniversary of the day he broke into the game, as ``Willie O'Ree Day''. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O'Ree, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions and commitment to hockey, inclusion, and recreational opportunity. 2) Willie O'Ree was born October 15, 1935, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada; he is the youngest of 13 children and a descendant of Paris O'Ree, whose name appears in the famous historical document ``The Book of Negroes''. ( Upon experiencing the segregated South for the first time while appearing for a minor league tryout, his dream changed and his attention turned solely to ice hockey. ( 6) At the age of 22, O'Ree was called up from the Quebec Aces of the Quebec Hockey League (QHL) to play for the NHL's Boston Bruins at a time when only 6 teams existed in the league. (9) In this role as Diversity Ambassador with the NHL, O'Ree set out to grow the sport by providing access, opportunity, and motivation for children of all races, ethnicities, origins, and abilities. O'Ree has devoted nearly 2,500 days on the ground with the youth participants, visiting more than 500 schools, community centers, and rinks to speak to hockey's core values and beliefs: stay in school; set goals for yourself; remain committed and disciplined; and always respect your teammates, coaches, and parents. ( (12) Hockey is for Everyone programs provide numerous off- ice services to youth: SAT and academic tutoring, mentoring, nutrition education, college counseling, community service opportunities, and more. 14) In November 2018, 60 years after O'Ree entered the NHL, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in the ``builder'' category in recognition of his efforts to grow the game, using his position and the platform of hockey to improve the lives of children throughout North America. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code.

H.R.9057

Taxation

This bill excludes from the gross income of specified insurance companies (other than life insurance companies) certain income from providing homeowner's insurance after a federally declared disaster.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. (a) In General.--Part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 836. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. ``(a) In General.--In the case of each taxable year in the recovery period, there shall be excluded from the gross income of each specified insurance company the continued business percentage of the qualified homeowner's insurance income of such company for such taxable year with respect to any disaster area. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(d) Continued Business Percentage.--For purposes of this section, the term `continued business percentage' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the ratio (not greater than 1) of-- ``(1) the amount of gross premiums written, during such taxable year, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, divided by ``(2) the amount of gross premiums written, during the last taxable year of such insurance company ending before the incident date with respect to such disaster area, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(f) Disaster Area.--For purposes of this section, the term `disaster area' has the meaning given such term in section 7508A(d)(3). ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 836. Exclusion of certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.

Rep. Higgins, Clay

R

LA

This bill excludes from the gross income of specified insurance companies (other than life insurance companies) certain income from providing homeowner's insurance after a federally declared disaster.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (a) In General.--Part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. ``(a) In General.--In the case of each taxable year in the recovery period, there shall be excluded from the gross income of each specified insurance company the continued business percentage of the qualified homeowner's insurance income of such company for such taxable year with respect to any disaster area. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(d) Continued Business Percentage.--For purposes of this section, the term `continued business percentage' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the ratio (not greater than 1) of-- ``(1) the amount of gross premiums written, during such taxable year, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, divided by ``(2) the amount of gross premiums written, during the last taxable year of such insurance company ending before the incident date with respect to such disaster area, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(f) Disaster Area.--For purposes of this section, the term `disaster area' has the meaning given such term in section 7508A(d)(3). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 836. Exclusion of certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. (a) In General.--Part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. ``(a) In General.--In the case of each taxable year in the recovery period, there shall be excluded from the gross income of each specified insurance company the continued business percentage of the qualified homeowner's insurance income of such company for such taxable year with respect to any disaster area. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(d) Continued Business Percentage.--For purposes of this section, the term `continued business percentage' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the ratio (not greater than 1) of-- ``(1) the amount of gross premiums written, during such taxable year, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, divided by ``(2) the amount of gross premiums written, during the last taxable year of such insurance company ending before the incident date with respect to such disaster area, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area. ``(f) Disaster Area.--For purposes of this section, the term `disaster area' has the meaning given such term in section 7508A(d)(3). (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 836. Exclusion of certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. (a) In General.--Part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 836. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. ``(a) In General.--In the case of each taxable year in the recovery period, there shall be excluded from the gross income of each specified insurance company the continued business percentage of the qualified homeowner's insurance income of such company for such taxable year with respect to any disaster area. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(d) Continued Business Percentage.--For purposes of this section, the term `continued business percentage' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the ratio (not greater than 1) of-- ``(1) the amount of gross premiums written, during such taxable year, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, divided by ``(2) the amount of gross premiums written, during the last taxable year of such insurance company ending before the incident date with respect to such disaster area, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(f) Disaster Area.--For purposes of this section, the term `disaster area' has the meaning given such term in section 7508A(d)(3). ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 836. Exclusion of certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. (a) In General.--Part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new section: ``SEC. 836. EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN INCOME FROM PROVIDING HOMEOWNER'S INSURANCE FOLLOWING CERTAIN FEDERALLY DECLARED DISASTERS. ``(a) In General.--In the case of each taxable year in the recovery period, there shall be excluded from the gross income of each specified insurance company the continued business percentage of the qualified homeowner's insurance income of such company for such taxable year with respect to any disaster area. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(d) Continued Business Percentage.--For purposes of this section, the term `continued business percentage' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the ratio (not greater than 1) of-- ``(1) the amount of gross premiums written, during such taxable year, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, divided by ``(2) the amount of gross premiums written, during the last taxable year of such insurance company ending before the incident date with respect to such disaster area, on homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(f) Disaster Area.--For purposes of this section, the term `disaster area' has the meaning given such term in section 7508A(d)(3). ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. (b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for part II of subchapter L of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at the end the following new item: ``Sec. 836. Exclusion of certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters.''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021. <all>

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain income from providing homeowner's insurance following certain federally declared disasters. ``(b) Specified Insurance Company.--For purposes of this section, the term `specified insurance company' means, with respect to any disaster area, any insurance company (other than a life insurance company) which, immediately prior to the incident date with respect to such disaster area, provided homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in such disaster area. ``(c) Qualified Homeowner's Insurance Income.--For purposes of this section, the term `qualified homeowner's insurance income' means, with respect to any specified insurance company for any taxable year, the excess of-- ``(1) the premiums received by such insurance company for homeowner's insurance with respect to property located in the disaster area, over ``(2) deductions properly allocable to such premiums. ``(e) Recovery Period.--For purposes of this section, the term `recovery period' means, with respect to any disaster area, the first 5 taxable years ending after the incident date with respect to such disaster area. ``(g) Incident Date.--For purposes of this section, the term `incident date' means, with respect to any disaster area, the earliest incident date specified in the declaration with respect to such disaster area.''. ( c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply to disaster areas the incident date (as defined in section 836(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as added by this section) of which is after December 31, 2021.

S.2941

Health

Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021 This bill extends liability protection for harm caused by acts or omissions by volunteer health care professionals in the course of providing certain health care services during specified public-health or national emergencies or major disasters. However, such liability protection shall not apply if (1) the harm was caused by willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed; or (2) the health care professional provided services under the influence of alcohol or an intoxicating drug.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. 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 ``Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. (a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 224 the following: ``SEC. 224A. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. ``(a) Limitation on Liability.--Except as provided in subsection (b), a health care professional shall not be liable under Federal or State law for any harm caused by an act or omission of the professional in the provision of health care services if-- ``(1) the professional is serving, for purposes of responding to a disaster, as a volunteer; and ``(2) the act or omission occurs-- ``(A) during the period of the disaster, as determined under the laws listed in subsection (d)(1); ``(B) in the State or States for which the disaster is declared; ``(C) in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer; ``(D) in the course of providing services that are within the scope of the license, registration, or certification of the volunteer, as defined by the State of licensure, registration, or certification; and ``(E) in a good faith belief that the individual being treated is in need of health care services. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(2) Volunteer protection act.--Protections afforded by this section are in addition to those provided by the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `disaster' means-- ``(A) a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; ``(B) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; or ``(C) a public health emergency that is determined by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act with respect to one or more States specified in such determination-- ``(i) during only the initial period covered by such determination; and ``(ii) excluding any period covered by a renewal of such determination. ``(2) The term `harm' includes physical, nonphysical, economic, and noneconomic losses. ``(3) The term `health care professional' means an individual who is licensed, registered, or certified under Federal or State law to provide health care services. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. ``(6)(A) The term `volunteer' means a health care professional who, with respect to the health care services rendered, does not receive-- ``(i) compensation; or ``(ii) any other thing of value in lieu of compensation, in excess of $500 per year. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. (b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1). SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) health care professionals should be encouraged to register with the Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP), and States should employ online registration with the promptest processing possible of such registrations to foster the rapid deployment and utilization of volunteer health care professionals following a disaster; (2) Federal and State agencies and licensing boards should cooperate to facilitate the timely movement of properly licensed volunteer health care professionals to areas affected by a disaster; and (3) the appropriate licensing entities should verify the licenses of volunteer health care professionals serving disaster victims as soon as is reasonably practical following a disaster. <all>

Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster.

Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021

Sen. Cassidy, Bill

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This bill extends liability protection for harm caused by acts or omissions by volunteer health care professionals in the course of providing certain health care services during specified public-health or national emergencies or major disasters. However, such liability protection shall not apply if (1) the harm was caused by willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed; or (2) the health care professional provided services under the influence of alcohol or an intoxicating drug.

This Act may be cited as the ``Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021''. 2. (a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 224 the following: ``SEC. 224A. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `disaster' means-- ``(A) a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; ``(B) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; or ``(C) a public health emergency that is determined by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act with respect to one or more States specified in such determination-- ``(i) during only the initial period covered by such determination; and ``(ii) excluding any period covered by a renewal of such determination. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. ``(6)(A) The term `volunteer' means a health care professional who, with respect to the health care services rendered, does not receive-- ``(i) compensation; or ``(ii) any other thing of value in lieu of compensation, in excess of $500 per year. (2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1). SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) health care professionals should be encouraged to register with the Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP), and States should employ online registration with the promptest processing possible of such registrations to foster the rapid deployment and utilization of volunteer health care professionals following a disaster; (2) Federal and State agencies and licensing boards should cooperate to facilitate the timely movement of properly licensed volunteer health care professionals to areas affected by a disaster; and (3) the appropriate licensing entities should verify the licenses of volunteer health care professionals serving disaster victims as soon as is reasonably practical following a disaster.

2. (a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 224 the following: ``SEC. 224A. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `disaster' means-- ``(A) a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; ``(B) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; or ``(C) a public health emergency that is determined by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act with respect to one or more States specified in such determination-- ``(i) during only the initial period covered by such determination; and ``(ii) excluding any period covered by a renewal of such determination. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. (2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1). SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) health care professionals should be encouraged to register with the Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP), and States should employ online registration with the promptest processing possible of such registrations to foster the rapid deployment and utilization of volunteer health care professionals following a disaster; (2) Federal and State agencies and licensing boards should cooperate to facilitate the timely movement of properly licensed volunteer health care professionals to areas affected by a disaster; and (3) the appropriate licensing entities should verify the licenses of volunteer health care professionals serving disaster victims as soon as is reasonably practical following a disaster.

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 ``Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021''. 2. (a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 224 the following: ``SEC. 224A. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `disaster' means-- ``(A) a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; ``(B) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; or ``(C) a public health emergency that is determined by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act with respect to one or more States specified in such determination-- ``(i) during only the initial period covered by such determination; and ``(ii) excluding any period covered by a renewal of such determination. ``(2) The term `harm' includes physical, nonphysical, economic, and noneconomic losses. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. ``(6)(A) The term `volunteer' means a health care professional who, with respect to the health care services rendered, does not receive-- ``(i) compensation; or ``(ii) any other thing of value in lieu of compensation, in excess of $500 per year. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. (b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1). SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) health care professionals should be encouraged to register with the Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP), and States should employ online registration with the promptest processing possible of such registrations to foster the rapid deployment and utilization of volunteer health care professionals following a disaster; (2) Federal and State agencies and licensing boards should cooperate to facilitate the timely movement of properly licensed volunteer health care professionals to areas affected by a disaster; and (3) the appropriate licensing entities should verify the licenses of volunteer health care professionals serving disaster victims as soon as is reasonably practical following a disaster.

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. 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 ``Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. (a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 224 the following: ``SEC. 224A. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR VOLUNTEER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS. ``(a) Limitation on Liability.--Except as provided in subsection (b), a health care professional shall not be liable under Federal or State law for any harm caused by an act or omission of the professional in the provision of health care services if-- ``(1) the professional is serving, for purposes of responding to a disaster, as a volunteer; and ``(2) the act or omission occurs-- ``(A) during the period of the disaster, as determined under the laws listed in subsection (d)(1); ``(B) in the State or States for which the disaster is declared; ``(C) in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer; ``(D) in the course of providing services that are within the scope of the license, registration, or certification of the volunteer, as defined by the State of licensure, registration, or certification; and ``(E) in a good faith belief that the individual being treated is in need of health care services. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(2) Volunteer protection act.--Protections afforded by this section are in addition to those provided by the Volunteer Protection Act of 1997. ``(d) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) The term `disaster' means-- ``(A) a national emergency declared by the President under the National Emergencies Act; ``(B) an emergency or major disaster declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; or ``(C) a public health emergency that is determined by the Secretary under section 319 of this Act with respect to one or more States specified in such determination-- ``(i) during only the initial period covered by such determination; and ``(ii) excluding any period covered by a renewal of such determination. ``(2) The term `harm' includes physical, nonphysical, economic, and noneconomic losses. ``(3) The term `health care professional' means an individual who is licensed, registered, or certified under Federal or State law to provide health care services. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. ``(6)(A) The term `volunteer' means a health care professional who, with respect to the health care services rendered, does not receive-- ``(i) compensation; or ``(ii) any other thing of value in lieu of compensation, in excess of $500 per year. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. (b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1). SEC. 3. SENSE OF CONGRESS. It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) health care professionals should be encouraged to register with the Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals (ESAR-VHP), and States should employ online registration with the promptest processing possible of such registrations to foster the rapid deployment and utilization of volunteer health care professionals following a disaster; (2) Federal and State agencies and licensing boards should cooperate to facilitate the timely movement of properly licensed volunteer health care professionals to areas affected by a disaster; and (3) the appropriate licensing entities should verify the licenses of volunteer health care professionals serving disaster victims as soon as is reasonably practical following a disaster. <all>

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. 2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. ( b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. ( b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. 2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. ( b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. 2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. ( b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. 2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1).

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(B) For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `compensation'-- ``(i) includes payment under any insurance policy or health plan, or under any Federal or State health benefits program; and ``(ii) excludes-- ``(I) reasonable reimbursement or allowance for expenses actually incurred; ``(II) receipt of paid leave; and ``(III) receipt of items to be used exclusively for rendering the health services in the health care professional's capacity as a volunteer described in subsection (a)(1).''. ( b) Effective Date.-- (1) In general.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), shall take effect 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act. (

To amend the Public Health Service Act to limit the liability of health care professionals who volunteer to provide health care services in response to a disaster. a) In General.--Title II of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 202 et seq.) ``(b) Exceptions.--Subsection (a) does not apply if-- ``(1) the harm was caused by an act or omission constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of the individual harmed by the health care professional; or ``(2) the health care professional rendered the health care services under the influence (as determined pursuant to applicable State law) of alcohol or an intoxicating drug. ``(c) Preemption.-- ``(1) In general.--This section preempts the laws of a State or any political subdivision of a State to the extent that such laws are inconsistent with this section, unless such laws provide greater protection from liability. ``(4) The term `health care services' means any services provided by a health care professional, or by any individual working under the supervision of a health care professional, that relate to-- ``(A) the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any human disease or impairment; or ``(B) the assessment or care of the health of a human being. ``(5) The term `State' includes each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and any other territory or possession of the United States. 2) Application.--Section 224A of the Public Health Service Act, as added by subsection (a), applies to a claim for harm only if the act or omission that caused such harm occurred on or after the effective date described in paragraph (1).

S.3848

Education

Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022 or the HEAL Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to award grants to eligible entities to fund additional school-based mental health providers and acute crisis response activities. An eligible entity is a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. ED must, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services, conduct a special resource study of communities that have experienced a violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, 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 ``Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022'' or the ``HEAL Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a student at Oxford High School killed and injured several students with a handgun loaded with a high-capacity magazine. (2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. (B) While some survivors only experience temporary symptoms, others will be symptomatic for a much longer period of time and even develop chronic psychiatric disorders. (C) Both short-term and long-term impairments can cause severe distress and have profound effects on academic achievement and the social and emotional growth of impacted students. (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. (4) The leading counseling, guidance, and mental health organizations, including the American School Counselor Association, the National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of Social Workers, and the School Social Work Association of America, recommend that schools maintain-- (A) a maximum student to school counselor ratio of 250 to 1; (B) a maximum student to school psychologist ratio of 500 to 1; and (C) a maximum student to school social worker ratio of 250 to 1. (5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. (4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. SEC. 4. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACUTE CRISIS RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (a) Program Authorized.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary shall award non-competitive grants from allotments under paragraph (2) to eligible entities to fund additional full-time, part-time, and contractual school-based mental health providers and acute crisis response activities in order to help the eligible entity respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. (b) Duration.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for not longer than a 2-year period, and may be renewed for an additional 2- year period, at the Secretary's discretion. (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. (d) Application.--An eligible entity that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (e) Use of Funds.--An eligible entity awarded a grant under this section shall use the grant funds to hire additional full-time, part- time, and contractual school-based mental health providers and acute crisis response activities in order to help the eligible entity respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. SEC. 5. STUDY ON THE AFFECTS OF VIOLENT AND TRAUMATIC EVENTS IN SCHOOLS. (a) In General.--The Secretary, in collaboration with Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall conduct a special resource study of communities that have experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return. SEC. 6. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $15,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; and (2) such sums as may be necessary for each succeeding fiscal year. <all>

HEAL Act of 2022

A bill to authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes.

HEAL Act of 2022 Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022

Sen. Peters, Gary C.

D

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This bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to award grants to eligible entities to fund additional school-based mental health providers and acute crisis response activities. An eligible entity is a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. ED must, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services, conduct a special resource study of communities that have experienced a violent or traumatic crisis.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022'' or the ``HEAL Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a student at Oxford High School killed and injured several students with a handgun loaded with a high-capacity magazine. (B) While some survivors only experience temporary symptoms, others will be symptomatic for a much longer period of time and even develop chronic psychiatric disorders. (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. (4) The leading counseling, guidance, and mental health organizations, including the American School Counselor Association, the National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of Social Workers, and the School Social Work Association of America, recommend that schools maintain-- (A) a maximum student to school counselor ratio of 250 to 1; (B) a maximum student to school psychologist ratio of 500 to 1; and (C) a maximum student to school social worker ratio of 250 to 1. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. (4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACUTE CRISIS RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. STUDY ON THE AFFECTS OF VIOLENT AND TRAUMATIC EVENTS IN SCHOOLS. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022'' or the ``HEAL Act of 2022''. 2. Congress finds the following: (1) On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a student at Oxford High School killed and injured several students with a handgun loaded with a high-capacity magazine. (B) While some survivors only experience temporary symptoms, others will be symptomatic for a much longer period of time and even develop chronic psychiatric disorders. 3. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. (4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACUTE CRISIS RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. STUDY ON THE AFFECTS OF VIOLENT AND TRAUMATIC EVENTS IN SCHOOLS. SEC.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, 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 ``Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022'' or the ``HEAL Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a student at Oxford High School killed and injured several students with a handgun loaded with a high-capacity magazine. (2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. (B) While some survivors only experience temporary symptoms, others will be symptomatic for a much longer period of time and even develop chronic psychiatric disorders. (C) Both short-term and long-term impairments can cause severe distress and have profound effects on academic achievement and the social and emotional growth of impacted students. (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. (4) The leading counseling, guidance, and mental health organizations, including the American School Counselor Association, the National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of Social Workers, and the School Social Work Association of America, recommend that schools maintain-- (A) a maximum student to school counselor ratio of 250 to 1; (B) a maximum student to school psychologist ratio of 500 to 1; and (C) a maximum student to school social worker ratio of 250 to 1. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. (4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACUTE CRISIS RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. (d) Application.--An eligible entity that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. STUDY ON THE AFFECTS OF VIOLENT AND TRAUMATIC EVENTS IN SCHOOLS. (a) In General.--The Secretary, in collaboration with Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall conduct a special resource study of communities that have experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, 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 ``Helping Education After Loss Act of 2022'' or the ``HEAL Act of 2022''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) On Tuesday, November 30, 2021, a student at Oxford High School killed and injured several students with a handgun loaded with a high-capacity magazine. (2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. (B) While some survivors only experience temporary symptoms, others will be symptomatic for a much longer period of time and even develop chronic psychiatric disorders. (C) Both short-term and long-term impairments can cause severe distress and have profound effects on academic achievement and the social and emotional growth of impacted students. (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. (4) The leading counseling, guidance, and mental health organizations, including the American School Counselor Association, the National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of Social Workers, and the School Social Work Association of America, recommend that schools maintain-- (A) a maximum student to school counselor ratio of 250 to 1; (B) a maximum student to school psychologist ratio of 500 to 1; and (C) a maximum student to school social worker ratio of 250 to 1. (5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. (4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. (5) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Education. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ACUTE CRISIS RESPONSE GRANT PROGRAM. (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. (b) Duration.--A grant awarded under this section shall be for not longer than a 2-year period, and may be renewed for an additional 2- year period, at the Secretary's discretion. (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. (d) Application.--An eligible entity that desires to receive a grant under this section shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (e) Use of Funds.--An eligible entity awarded a grant under this section shall use the grant funds to hire additional full-time, part- time, and contractual school-based mental health providers and acute crisis response activities in order to help the eligible entity respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. STUDY ON THE AFFECTS OF VIOLENT AND TRAUMATIC EVENTS IN SCHOOLS. (a) In General.--The Secretary, in collaboration with Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall conduct a special resource study of communities that have experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return. SEC. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $15,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; and (2) such sums as may be necessary for each succeeding fiscal year.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. ( (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. ( 2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. ( 4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. ( (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. ( (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. ( 2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. ( 4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. ( (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. ( (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. ( 2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. ( 4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. ( (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 2) Children exposed to violence, injury, and other potentially traumatic events are at risk for developing traumatic stress reactions, including as follows: (A) The National Center for PTSD estimates that 28 percent of people who have witnessed a mass shooting develop PTSD and 1/3 develop acute stress disorder. ( (3) Youth with access to mental health services in school- based health centers are 10 times more likely to seek care for mental health or substance abuse than youth without access. ( 2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. (3) Local educational agency.--The term ``local educational agency'' means a public board of education or other public authority legally constituted within a State for either administrative control or direction of, or to perform a service function for, public elementary schools or secondary schools in a city, county, township, school district, or other political subdivision of a State, or of or for a combination of school districts or counties that is recognized in a State as an administrative agency for its public elementary schools or secondary schools. ( 4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. ( (2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( (f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis. b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 5) According to the Education Trust, nearly 1 in 5 students do not have access to a counselor in their school at all, and many of those students have only limited access to other school support staff, such as school psychologists or social workers. In this Act: (1) Acute crisis response activity.--The term ``acute crisis response activity'' means an activity in response to an acute crisis, including services to provide immediate trauma intervention, advocacy, crisis intervention, death notification, and victim and survivor assistance. ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( (c) Notice of Eligibility.--Not later than 30 days after the date of a violent or traumatic crisis that affects a school community, the Secretary shall notify the eligible entity that serves such school of the availability of grant awards under this section. ( f) Supplement Not Supplant.--Funds made available under this section shall be used to supplement, and not supplant, other Federal, State, or private funds that would otherwise be expended to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis.

To authorize the Secretary of Education to make grants to fund additional school-based mental health providers to help reduce psychological harm, and assist with the return to adaptive coping in schools following a violent or traumatic crisis, and for other purposes. 2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means a local educational agency that serves a school that has experienced a violent or traumatic crisis. ( ( 4) School-based mental health provider.--The term ``school-based mental health provider'' means a State-licensed or State-certified school counselor, school psychologist, school social worker, community-based mental health provider organization, or other State-licensed or State-certified mental health professional qualified under State law to provide mental health services to children and adolescents. ( ( 2) Allotments.--From amounts appropriated under section 6 for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall allot to each eligible entity an amount that-- (A) is of sufficient size and scope to enable the eligible entity to respond to the violent or traumatic crisis; and (B) is not more than $250,000 for the fiscal year. ( b) Contents.--In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary shall-- (1) evaluate how violent and traumatic events can affect a student's mental health, and the potential risks for developing chronic psychiatric disorders; and (2) develop evidence-based best practices for a school to return to learning after the school has been disrupted due to violent or traumatic crisis, including best practices for supporting school staff in such return.

S.3015

Science, Technology, Communications

National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021 This bill requires a national science and technology strategy and a technology review. The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) shall submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following four-year period. No later than one year after the enactment of this bill and every four years afterwards, the OSTP shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, 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 Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. Title II of the National Science and Technology Policy, Organization, and Priorities Act of 1976 (42 U.S.C. 6611 et seq.) is amended by striking section 206 and inserting the following: ``SEC. 206. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(c) Consultation.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall consult, as necessary, with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and other appropriate elements of the Executive Office of the President to ensure that the recommendations and priorities delineated in the science and technology strategy are incorporated in the development of annual budget requests. ``(d) Annual Reports.-- ``(1) In general.--The President shall submit to Congress each year a comprehensive report on the national science and technology strategy of the United States. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(B) The programs, policies, and activities that the President recommends across all Federal agencies to achieve the strategic objectives in subparagraph (A). ``(C) The global trends in science and technology, including potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology and opportunities for international collaboration in science and technology. ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. ``SEC. 206A. INTERAGENCY QUADRENNIAL INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY REVIEW. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term `appropriate committees of Congress' means-- ``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and ``(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(B) The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. ``(C) The National Science Board. ``(D) the National Security Council. ``(E) The Council of Economic Advisers. ``(F) The National Economic Council. ``(G) The Domestic Policy Council. ``(H) The Office of the United States Trade Representative. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(3) Consultation.--In carrying out each quadrennial innovation and technology review, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall consult with the following: ``(A) Congress. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(C) Experts in national security. ``(D) Representatives of specific technology industries, as the Director considers appropriate. ``(E) Academics. ``(F) State, local, and Tribal governments. ``(G) Nongovernmental organizations. ``(H) The public. ``(c) Contents.--In each quadrennial innovation and technology review, the Director shall-- ``(1) provide an integrated view of, and recommendations for, science and technology policy across the Federal Government, while considering economic and national security and other societal and national challenges; ``(2) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to maintain American leadership in science and technology; ``(3) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to address societal and national challenges; ``(4) assess the global competition in science and technology and identify potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology opportunities for international collaboration; ``(5) assess and make recommendations on the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science workforce in the United States; ``(6) assess and make recommendations to improve regional innovation across the United States; ``(7) assess and make recommendations to improve translation of basic research and the enhancement of technology transfer of federally funded research; ``(8) assess and identify the infrastructure and tools needed to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and address other societal and national challenges; and ``(9) review administrative or legislative policies that affect the science and technology enterprise and identify and make recommendations on policies that hinder research and development in the United States. ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review. ``(2) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent possible with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under paragraph (1) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy.''. <all>

National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021

A bill to require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes.

National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine

D

NV

This bill requires a national science and technology strategy and a technology review. The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) shall submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following four-year period. No later than one year after the enactment of this bill and every four years afterwards, the OSTP shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. 6611 et seq.) is amended by striking section 206 and inserting the following: ``SEC. 206. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. 206A. INTERAGENCY QUADRENNIAL INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY REVIEW. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term `appropriate committees of Congress' means-- ``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and ``(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives. ``(G) The Domestic Policy Council. ``(H) The Office of the United States Trade Representative. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(G) Nongovernmental organizations. ``(c) Contents.--In each quadrennial innovation and technology review, the Director shall-- ``(1) provide an integrated view of, and recommendations for, science and technology policy across the Federal Government, while considering economic and national security and other societal and national challenges; ``(2) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to maintain American leadership in science and technology; ``(3) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to address societal and national challenges; ``(4) assess the global competition in science and technology and identify potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology opportunities for international collaboration; ``(5) assess and make recommendations on the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science workforce in the United States; ``(6) assess and make recommendations to improve regional innovation across the United States; ``(7) assess and make recommendations to improve translation of basic research and the enhancement of technology transfer of federally funded research; ``(8) assess and identify the infrastructure and tools needed to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and address other societal and national challenges; and ``(9) review administrative or legislative policies that affect the science and technology enterprise and identify and make recommendations on policies that hinder research and development in the United States. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

SEC. 2. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. 206A. INTERAGENCY QUADRENNIAL INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY REVIEW. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term `appropriate committees of Congress' means-- ``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and ``(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives. ``(G) The Domestic Policy Council. ``(H) The Office of the United States Trade Representative. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. 6611 et seq.) is amended by striking section 206 and inserting the following: ``SEC. 206. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(c) Consultation.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall consult, as necessary, with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and other appropriate elements of the Executive Office of the President to ensure that the recommendations and priorities delineated in the science and technology strategy are incorporated in the development of annual budget requests. ``(B) The programs, policies, and activities that the President recommends across all Federal agencies to achieve the strategic objectives in subparagraph (A). ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. 206A. INTERAGENCY QUADRENNIAL INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY REVIEW. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term `appropriate committees of Congress' means-- ``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and ``(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives. ``(G) The Domestic Policy Council. ``(H) The Office of the United States Trade Representative. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(D) Representatives of specific technology industries, as the Director considers appropriate. ``(E) Academics. ``(F) State, local, and Tribal governments. ``(G) Nongovernmental organizations. ``(c) Contents.--In each quadrennial innovation and technology review, the Director shall-- ``(1) provide an integrated view of, and recommendations for, science and technology policy across the Federal Government, while considering economic and national security and other societal and national challenges; ``(2) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to maintain American leadership in science and technology; ``(3) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to address societal and national challenges; ``(4) assess the global competition in science and technology and identify potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology opportunities for international collaboration; ``(5) assess and make recommendations on the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science workforce in the United States; ``(6) assess and make recommendations to improve regional innovation across the United States; ``(7) assess and make recommendations to improve translation of basic research and the enhancement of technology transfer of federally funded research; ``(8) assess and identify the infrastructure and tools needed to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and address other societal and national challenges; and ``(9) review administrative or legislative policies that affect the science and technology enterprise and identify and make recommendations on policies that hinder research and development in the United States. ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, 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 Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. Title II of the National Science and Technology Policy, Organization, and Priorities Act of 1976 (42 U.S.C. 6611 et seq.) is amended by striking section 206 and inserting the following: ``SEC. 206. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STRATEGY. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(c) Consultation.--The Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall consult, as necessary, with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and other appropriate elements of the Executive Office of the President to ensure that the recommendations and priorities delineated in the science and technology strategy are incorporated in the development of annual budget requests. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(B) The programs, policies, and activities that the President recommends across all Federal agencies to achieve the strategic objectives in subparagraph (A). ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. 206A. INTERAGENCY QUADRENNIAL INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY REVIEW. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term `appropriate committees of Congress' means-- ``(A) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Environment and Public Works, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and ``(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives. ``(C) The National Science Board. ``(E) The Council of Economic Advisers. ``(G) The Domestic Policy Council. ``(H) The Office of the United States Trade Representative. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(C) Experts in national security. ``(D) Representatives of specific technology industries, as the Director considers appropriate. ``(E) Academics. ``(F) State, local, and Tribal governments. ``(G) Nongovernmental organizations. ``(c) Contents.--In each quadrennial innovation and technology review, the Director shall-- ``(1) provide an integrated view of, and recommendations for, science and technology policy across the Federal Government, while considering economic and national security and other societal and national challenges; ``(2) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to maintain American leadership in science and technology; ``(3) assess and recommend priorities for research, development, and demonstration programs to address societal and national challenges; ``(4) assess the global competition in science and technology and identify potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology opportunities for international collaboration; ``(5) assess and make recommendations on the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computer science workforce in the United States; ``(6) assess and make recommendations to improve regional innovation across the United States; ``(7) assess and make recommendations to improve translation of basic research and the enhancement of technology transfer of federally funded research; ``(8) assess and identify the infrastructure and tools needed to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and address other societal and national challenges; and ``(9) review administrative or legislative policies that affect the science and technology enterprise and identify and make recommendations on policies that hinder research and development in the United States. ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(C) The global trends in science and technology, including potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology and opportunities for international collaboration in science and technology. ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(E) The Council of Economic Advisers. ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(d) Annual Reports.-- ``(1) In general.--The President shall submit to Congress each year a comprehensive report on the national science and technology strategy of the United States. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(D) the National Security Council. ``(F) The National Economic Council. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(d) Annual Reports.-- ``(1) In general.--The President shall submit to Congress each year a comprehensive report on the national science and technology strategy of the United States. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(D) the National Security Council. ``(F) The National Economic Council. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(C) The global trends in science and technology, including potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology and opportunities for international collaboration in science and technology. ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(E) The Council of Economic Advisers. ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(d) Annual Reports.-- ``(1) In general.--The President shall submit to Congress each year a comprehensive report on the national science and technology strategy of the United States. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(D) the National Security Council. ``(F) The National Economic Council. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(b) Requirements.--Each national science and technology strategy required by subsection (a) shall delineate a national science and technology strategy consistent with-- ``(1) the recommendations and priorities developed pursuant to the review most recently completed under section 206A(b); ``(2) the most recent national security strategy report submitted pursuant to section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (50 U.S.C. 3043); ``(3) other relevant national plans; and ``(4) the strategic plans of relevant Federal departments and agencies. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(C) The global trends in science and technology, including potential threats to the leadership of the United States in science and technology and opportunities for international collaboration in science and technology. ``(e) Publication.--The Director shall, consistent to the maximum extent practicable with the protection of national security and other sensitive matters, make each report submitted under subsection (d) publicly available on an internet website of the Office of Science and Technology Policy. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(E) The Council of Economic Advisers. ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(B) Federal agencies, including Federal agencies not described in subsection (a)(2). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(d) Annual Reports.-- ``(1) In general.--The President shall submit to Congress each year a comprehensive report on the national science and technology strategy of the United States. ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(D) the National Security Council. ``(F) The National Economic Council. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(d) Coordination.--The Director shall ensure that each quadrennial innovation and technology review conducted under this section is coordinated with efforts to carry out other relevant statutorily required reviews, and to the maximum extent practicable incorporates information and recommendations from other reviews in order to avoid duplication. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(b) Interagency Quadrennial Innovation and Technology Review Required.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the National Science, Innovation, and Technology Strategy Act of 2021, and every 4 years thereafter, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy shall complete an interagency review of the science and technology enterprise of the United States (in this section referred to as the `quadrennial innovation and technology review'). ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

To require the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy to submit to Congress each year a national science and technology strategy, to require the Director to complete quadrennial science and technology reviews, and for other purposes. ``(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than the end of each calendar year immediately after the calendar year in which a review under section 206A(b) is completed, the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy, in consultation with the National Science and Technology Council, shall develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive national science and technology strategy of the United States to meet national research and development objectives for the following 4-year period (in this section referred to as the `national science and technology strategy'). ``(2) Contents.--Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include a description of the following: ``(A) The strategic objectives and priorities necessary to maintain the leadership of the United States in science and technology and to advance science and technology to address societal and national challenges, including near-term, medium-term, and long- term research priorities. ``(2) Interagency.--The term `interagency' with respect to a review means that the review is conducted in consultation and coordination between Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and such other related agencies as the Director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy considers appropriate, as well as the following: ``(A) The National Science and Technology Council. ``(2) Scope.--The quadrennial science and technology review shall be a comprehensive examination of the science and technology strategy of the United States, including recommendations for maintaining global leadership in science and technology and advancing science and technology to address the societal and national challenges and guidance on the coordination of programs, assets, capabilities, budget, policies, and authorities across all Federal research and development programs. ``(e) Reporting.-- ``(1) In general.--Not later than December 31 of the year in which a quadrennial innovation and technology review is conducted, the Director shall submit to Congress a report of the review.

S.2977

Commerce

Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021 This bill directs the Department of Commerce to establish a pilot grant program to help eligible manufacturers retain retiring employees for up to 90 days for the purpose of transferring job-specific skills and training to other employees.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. 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 ``Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). (2) Eligible manufacturers.--The term ``eligible manufacturer'' means a manufacturer that-- (A) is a small business concern, as that term is defined under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632); and (B) has an existing relationship with a Center. SEC. 3. PILOT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Commerce shall establish a pilot program to award National Institute of Standards and Technology Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) grants to help ensure an adequately trained manufacturing workforce. Under the program, eligible Centers may award MEP grants to eligible manufacturers to retain retiring employees for up to 90 days for the purpose of transferring job-specific skills and training to existing or new employees. The length of each grant shall be determined through negotiations between the Center and the eligible manufacturer. (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. (2) A Center shall establish a transparent application process for eligible manufacturing firms that may include one or more of the following preferences: (A) A preference for manufacturers that employ veterans discharged or released under honorable conditions. (B) A preference for manufacturing firms from industry sectors that are most in need of assistance as determined by the local MEP. (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). (D) A preference for manufacturing firms that have an existing relationship with the local MEP. (3) A Center must be able to demonstrate their ability to assess, advise, and train manufacturers on how to transfer the job-specific skills and training through the implementation of a training structure and train-the-trainer program focused on knowledge capture and transfer. (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. (d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources. Those sources may include State and local agencies engaged in workforce development, foundations engaged in workforce development, or an in-kind contribution from an employer that would stand to directly benefit from the grant received by the Center. (e) Number and Size of Awards.-- (1) Number.--The Secretary may award up to 25 grants to Centers under the pilot program. (2) Size.--Each award under the program shall be for not less than $50,000 and not more than $500,000. (f) Administrative Expenses.--A Center receiving a grant under the pilot program may use up to 5 percent of the amount of the grant for the administration of expenses incurred by the Center in distributing grants to eligible manufacturers under the pilot program. (g) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the National Institute of Standards and Technology $10,000,000 to carry out the pilot program. <all>

Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021

A bill to allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers.

Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021

Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon

D

RI

This bill directs the Department of Commerce to establish a pilot grant program to help eligible manufacturers retain retiring employees for up to 90 days for the purpose of transferring job-specific skills and training to other employees.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. 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 ``Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). 632); and (B) has an existing relationship with a Center. SEC. 3. PILOT PROGRAM. The length of each grant shall be determined through negotiations between the Center and the eligible manufacturer. (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. (2) A Center shall establish a transparent application process for eligible manufacturing firms that may include one or more of the following preferences: (A) A preference for manufacturers that employ veterans discharged or released under honorable conditions. (D) A preference for manufacturing firms that have an existing relationship with the local MEP. (3) A Center must be able to demonstrate their ability to assess, advise, and train manufacturers on how to transfer the job-specific skills and training through the implementation of a training structure and train-the-trainer program focused on knowledge capture and transfer. (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. Those sources may include State and local agencies engaged in workforce development, foundations engaged in workforce development, or an in-kind contribution from an employer that would stand to directly benefit from the grant received by the Center. (e) Number and Size of Awards.-- (1) Number.--The Secretary may award up to 25 grants to Centers under the pilot program. (2) Size.--Each award under the program shall be for not less than $50,000 and not more than $500,000. (f) Administrative Expenses.--A Center receiving a grant under the pilot program may use up to 5 percent of the amount of the grant for the administration of expenses incurred by the Center in distributing grants to eligible manufacturers under the pilot program. (g) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the National Institute of Standards and Technology $10,000,000 to carry out the pilot program.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. 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 ``Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021''. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). 632); and (B) has an existing relationship with a Center. SEC. 3. PILOT PROGRAM. The length of each grant shall be determined through negotiations between the Center and the eligible manufacturer. (2) A Center shall establish a transparent application process for eligible manufacturing firms that may include one or more of the following preferences: (A) A preference for manufacturers that employ veterans discharged or released under honorable conditions. (D) A preference for manufacturing firms that have an existing relationship with the local MEP. (3) A Center must be able to demonstrate their ability to assess, advise, and train manufacturers on how to transfer the job-specific skills and training through the implementation of a training structure and train-the-trainer program focused on knowledge capture and transfer. Those sources may include State and local agencies engaged in workforce development, foundations engaged in workforce development, or an in-kind contribution from an employer that would stand to directly benefit from the grant received by the Center. (2) Size.--Each award under the program shall be for not less than $50,000 and not more than $500,000. (f) Administrative Expenses.--A Center receiving a grant under the pilot program may use up to 5 percent of the amount of the grant for the administration of expenses incurred by the Center in distributing grants to eligible manufacturers under the pilot program.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. 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 ``Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). (2) Eligible manufacturers.--The term ``eligible manufacturer'' means a manufacturer that-- (A) is a small business concern, as that term is defined under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632); and (B) has an existing relationship with a Center. SEC. 3. PILOT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Commerce shall establish a pilot program to award National Institute of Standards and Technology Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) grants to help ensure an adequately trained manufacturing workforce. Under the program, eligible Centers may award MEP grants to eligible manufacturers to retain retiring employees for up to 90 days for the purpose of transferring job-specific skills and training to existing or new employees. The length of each grant shall be determined through negotiations between the Center and the eligible manufacturer. (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. (2) A Center shall establish a transparent application process for eligible manufacturing firms that may include one or more of the following preferences: (A) A preference for manufacturers that employ veterans discharged or released under honorable conditions. (B) A preference for manufacturing firms from industry sectors that are most in need of assistance as determined by the local MEP. (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). (D) A preference for manufacturing firms that have an existing relationship with the local MEP. (3) A Center must be able to demonstrate their ability to assess, advise, and train manufacturers on how to transfer the job-specific skills and training through the implementation of a training structure and train-the-trainer program focused on knowledge capture and transfer. (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. (d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources. Those sources may include State and local agencies engaged in workforce development, foundations engaged in workforce development, or an in-kind contribution from an employer that would stand to directly benefit from the grant received by the Center. (e) Number and Size of Awards.-- (1) Number.--The Secretary may award up to 25 grants to Centers under the pilot program. (2) Size.--Each award under the program shall be for not less than $50,000 and not more than $500,000. (f) Administrative Expenses.--A Center receiving a grant under the pilot program may use up to 5 percent of the amount of the grant for the administration of expenses incurred by the Center in distributing grants to eligible manufacturers under the pilot program. (g) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the National Institute of Standards and Technology $10,000,000 to carry out the pilot program. <all>

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. 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 ``Retain Innovation and Manufacturing Excellence (RIME) Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). (2) Eligible manufacturers.--The term ``eligible manufacturer'' means a manufacturer that-- (A) is a small business concern, as that term is defined under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632); and (B) has an existing relationship with a Center. SEC. 3. PILOT PROGRAM. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Commerce shall establish a pilot program to award National Institute of Standards and Technology Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) grants to help ensure an adequately trained manufacturing workforce. Under the program, eligible Centers may award MEP grants to eligible manufacturers to retain retiring employees for up to 90 days for the purpose of transferring job-specific skills and training to existing or new employees. The length of each grant shall be determined through negotiations between the Center and the eligible manufacturer. (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. (2) A Center shall establish a transparent application process for eligible manufacturing firms that may include one or more of the following preferences: (A) A preference for manufacturers that employ veterans discharged or released under honorable conditions. (B) A preference for manufacturing firms from industry sectors that are most in need of assistance as determined by the local MEP. (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). (D) A preference for manufacturing firms that have an existing relationship with the local MEP. (3) A Center must be able to demonstrate their ability to assess, advise, and train manufacturers on how to transfer the job-specific skills and training through the implementation of a training structure and train-the-trainer program focused on knowledge capture and transfer. (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. (d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources. Those sources may include State and local agencies engaged in workforce development, foundations engaged in workforce development, or an in-kind contribution from an employer that would stand to directly benefit from the grant received by the Center. (e) Number and Size of Awards.-- (1) Number.--The Secretary may award up to 25 grants to Centers under the pilot program. (2) Size.--Each award under the program shall be for not less than $50,000 and not more than $500,000. (f) Administrative Expenses.--A Center receiving a grant under the pilot program may use up to 5 percent of the amount of the grant for the administration of expenses incurred by the Center in distributing grants to eligible manufacturers under the pilot program. (g) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the National Institute of Standards and Technology $10,000,000 to carry out the pilot program. <all>

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( (C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

To allow State manufacturing extension partnerships to award grants to small- and medium-sized manufacturers for the purpose of training new workers to replace departing experienced workers. In this Act: (1) Center.--The term ``Center'' has the meaning given the term in section 25(a) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(a)). ( (b) Eligibility.--In order to be eligible to receive funding and award grants under the program, a Center must meet the following criteria: (1) A Center must be able to document evidence of an aging workforce within manufacturing firms that are seeking assistance with retaining skills and knowledge of their operations. ( C) A preference for manufacturing firms with a facility in the State or region for an extended period of time before the application is submitted (as determined by the Center). ( (c) Training.--In awarding grants pursuant to this section, consideration shall be given to the use of funds by Centers to assist manufacturers that are experiencing high employee turnover due to their inability to transfer required job-specific skills and training to new employees with the implementation of training structures and train-the- trainer programs. ( d) Cost Sharing.--To be eligible for a grant under the pilot program under this section, a Center shall demonstrate that 50 percent of the amount of the funds awarded are matched from non-Federal sources.

H.R.5683

Government Operations and Politics

Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act This bill directs the Management Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess certain active contracts for services related to security along the land border with Mexico awarded in FY2021 or earlier. Specifically, this applies to any contract with a total value of $50 million or more, inclusive of contract options, relating to the procurement of services for DHS with respect to that border. The assessment must include a strategy to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost-effectiveness among such contracts.

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act''. SEC. 2. ASSESSMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR COVERED SERVICES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. (2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The criteria used by the Department to determine whether contractor personnel were necessary to assist the Department in carrying out its mission along the United States land border with Mexico. (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. (C) An assessment with respect to the benefits of contractor personnel performing covered services, including whether the performance of such services by contractor personnel is more efficient or effective than the performance of such services by Department employees. (D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. (F) Recommendations based on findings resulting from the analysis and assessments required in subparagraphs (B) through (D). (G) Any other information relating to contracts for covered services that the Under Secretary determines to be appropriate. (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. (2) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Under Secretary for Management submits the report required under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the plan required under paragraph (1) and every 180 days thereafter until the plan is fully implemented, the Under Secretary, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees with respect to the status of such implementation. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives; and (B) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. (2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. (3) The term ``covered services'' means, with respect to the United States land border with Mexico, any service, including related to border security, provided by a contractor to be used by the Department. Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. Union Calendar No. 167 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5683 [Report No. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes.

Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act

Rep. Cammack, Kat

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FL

This bill directs the Management Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to assess certain active contracts for services related to security along the land border with Mexico awarded in FY2021 or earlier. Specifically, this applies to any contract with a total value of $50 million or more, inclusive of contract options, relating to the procurement of services for DHS with respect to that border. The assessment must include a strategy to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost-effectiveness among such contracts.

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act''. SEC. 2. ASSESSMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR COVERED SERVICES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The criteria used by the Department to determine whether contractor personnel were necessary to assist the Department in carrying out its mission along the United States land border with Mexico. (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. (C) An assessment with respect to the benefits of contractor personnel performing covered services, including whether the performance of such services by contractor personnel is more efficient or effective than the performance of such services by Department employees. (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. (F) Recommendations based on findings resulting from the analysis and assessments required in subparagraphs (B) through (D). (G) Any other information relating to contracts for covered services that the Under Secretary determines to be appropriate. (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. (2) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Under Secretary for Management submits the report required under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the plan required under paragraph (1) and every 180 days thereafter until the plan is fully implemented, the Under Secretary, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees with respect to the status of such implementation. (2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. Union Calendar No. 167 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5683 [Report No. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act''. SEC. 2. ASSESSMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR COVERED SERVICES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. (C) An assessment with respect to the benefits of contractor personnel performing covered services, including whether the performance of such services by contractor personnel is more efficient or effective than the performance of such services by Department employees. (F) Recommendations based on findings resulting from the analysis and assessments required in subparagraphs (B) through (D). (2) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Under Secretary for Management submits the report required under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the plan required under paragraph (1) and every 180 days thereafter until the plan is fully implemented, the Under Secretary, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees with respect to the status of such implementation. (2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. Union Calendar No. 167 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5683 [Report No. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act''. SEC. 2. ASSESSMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR COVERED SERVICES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. (2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The criteria used by the Department to determine whether contractor personnel were necessary to assist the Department in carrying out its mission along the United States land border with Mexico. (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. (C) An assessment with respect to the benefits of contractor personnel performing covered services, including whether the performance of such services by contractor personnel is more efficient or effective than the performance of such services by Department employees. (D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. (F) Recommendations based on findings resulting from the analysis and assessments required in subparagraphs (B) through (D). (G) Any other information relating to contracts for covered services that the Under Secretary determines to be appropriate. (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. (2) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Under Secretary for Management submits the report required under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the plan required under paragraph (1) and every 180 days thereafter until the plan is fully implemented, the Under Secretary, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees with respect to the status of such implementation. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives; and (B) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. (2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. (3) The term ``covered services'' means, with respect to the United States land border with Mexico, any service, including related to border security, provided by a contractor to be used by the Department. Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. Union Calendar No. 167 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5683 [Report No. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders 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. This Act may be cited as the ``Department of Homeland Security Border Support Services Contracts Review Act''. SEC. 2. ASSESSMENT OF CONTRACTS FOR COVERED SERVICES BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. (a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. (2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall include the following: (A) The criteria used by the Department to determine whether contractor personnel were necessary to assist the Department in carrying out its mission along the United States land border with Mexico. (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. (C) An assessment with respect to the benefits of contractor personnel performing covered services, including whether the performance of such services by contractor personnel is more efficient or effective than the performance of such services by Department employees. (D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. (F) Recommendations based on findings resulting from the analysis and assessments required in subparagraphs (B) through (D). (G) Any other information relating to contracts for covered services that the Under Secretary determines to be appropriate. (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. (2) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Under Secretary for Management submits the report required under paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the plan required under paragraph (1) and every 180 days thereafter until the plan is fully implemented, the Under Secretary, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees with respect to the status of such implementation. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means-- (A) the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives; and (B) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate. (2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. (3) The term ``covered services'' means, with respect to the United States land border with Mexico, any service, including related to border security, provided by a contractor to be used by the Department. Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. Union Calendar No. 167 117th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 5683 [Report No. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. ( (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. ( (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. ( Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. ( b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. ( b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. ( (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. ( (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. ( Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. ( b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. ( (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. ( (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. ( Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. ( b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. ( (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. ( (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. ( Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( (E) A strategy to improve the procurement and delivery of covered services through contracts during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act to achieve the best value for the Department through the use of full and open competition and to ensure no lapse in the performance of such services. ( b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

To direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the borders of the United States, and for other purposes. a) Report.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with appropriate officials of the Department, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on active contracts for covered services of the Department awarded on or before September 30, 2021. ( (B) An analysis of the purpose, quantity, and location of contractor personnel to perform covered services of the Department with respect to effectively-- (i) addressing mission needs along such border; and (ii) enhancing the capability of Department personnel to perform primary mission responsibilities, including the number of Department personnel not removed from their primary mission responsibilities by reason of the performance of covered services by contractor personnel. ( D) An assessment of opportunities to increase the efficiency of the Department with respect to contracting, including whether Department-wide contract vehicles for covered services would be the most cost effective option for the performance of covered services. ( (b) Implementation Plan.-- (1) In general.--The Under Secretary for Management shall transmit with the report required under subsection (a) a plan to implement the recommendations and strategy contained in such report to enhance coordination, minimize overlap, and increase cost effectiveness among contracts for covered services. ( 2) The term ``contract for covered services'' means a contract (with a total contract value of $50,000,000 or more, inclusive of contract options) relating to the procurement of covered services for the Department of Homeland Security. ( Amend the title so as to read: ``A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.''. 117-232] _______________________________________________________________________

H.R.829

Crime and Law Enforcement

Empower our Girls Act This bill allows certain grants authorized under the Violence Against Women Act to be used to support victims of female genital mutilation. Such grants already support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The bill also requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to classify female genital mutilation as a Part II crime (i.e., a less serious offense) in the Uniform Crime Reports. (The FBI compiles and periodically publishes crime statistics through the Uniform Crime Reporting Program. Currently, the FBI does not compile and publish information about female genital mutilation.)

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, 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 ``Empower our Girls Act''. SEC. 2. VAWA GRANT PROGRAMS. (a) STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.--Section 2001(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10441(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (4) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (5) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (6) in paragraph (7), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (7) in paragraph (10), by striking ``domestic violence'' and inserting ``domestic violence, female genital mutilation,''; (8) in paragraph (12), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (9) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; and (10) in paragraph (20), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (2) Smart prevention.--Section 41303 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12463) is amended-- (A) in subsection (a), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in subsection (b)-- (i) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; and (ii) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (C) in subsection (c)-- (i) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (ii) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. (2) Grant authority.--Section 2101(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (C) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (D) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (E) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (F) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (G) in paragraph (15), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (H) in paragraph (16), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. (3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (e) Legal Assistance for Victims.--Section 1201 of the Violence Against Women Act of 2000 (34 U.S.C. 20121) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``dating violence,'' each place it appears. (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''. SEC. 3. REPORTING ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION. (a) Uniform Crime Reports.--The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation shall, pursuant to section 534 of title 28, United States Code, classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime in the Uniform Crime Reports. (b) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--In this section, the term ``female genital mutilation'' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minora, or labia majora. <all>

Empower our Girls Act

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes.

Empower our Girls Act

Rep. Perry, Scott

R

PA

This bill allows certain grants authorized under the Violence Against Women Act to be used to support victims of female genital mutilation. Such grants already support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. The bill also requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to classify female genital mutilation as a Part II crime (i.e., a less serious offense) in the Uniform Crime Reports. (The FBI compiles and periodically publishes crime statistics through the Uniform Crime Reporting Program. Currently, the FBI does not compile and publish information about female genital mutilation.)

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, 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 ``Empower our Girls Act''. VAWA GRANT PROGRAMS. (a) STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.--Section 2001(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10441(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (4) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (5) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (6) in paragraph (7), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (7) in paragraph (10), by striking ``domestic violence'' and inserting ``domestic violence, female genital mutilation,''; (8) in paragraph (12), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (9) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; and (10) in paragraph (20), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''. (2) Smart prevention.--Section 41303 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. (c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. (d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (C) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (D) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (E) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (F) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (G) in paragraph (15), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (H) in paragraph (16), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. (e) Legal Assistance for Victims.--Section 1201 of the Violence Against Women Act of 2000 (34 U.S.C. 20121) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``dating violence,'' each place it appears. SEC. REPORTING ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION. (b) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--In this section, the term ``female genital mutilation'' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minora, or labia majora.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. (a) STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.--Section 2001(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10441(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (4) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (5) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (6) in paragraph (7), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (7) in paragraph (10), by striking ``domestic violence'' and inserting ``domestic violence, female genital mutilation,''; (8) in paragraph (12), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (9) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; and (10) in paragraph (20), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''. (2) Smart prevention.--Section 41303 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 10461(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (C) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (D) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (E) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (F) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (G) in paragraph (15), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (H) in paragraph (16), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. SEC. REPORTING ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION. (b) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--In this section, the term ``female genital mutilation'' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minora, or labia majora.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, 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 ``Empower our Girls Act''. VAWA GRANT PROGRAMS. (a) STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.--Section 2001(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10441(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (4) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (5) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (6) in paragraph (7), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (7) in paragraph (10), by striking ``domestic violence'' and inserting ``domestic violence, female genital mutilation,''; (8) in paragraph (12), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (9) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; and (10) in paragraph (20), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. (2) Smart prevention.--Section 41303 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12463) is amended-- (A) in subsection (a), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in subsection (b)-- (i) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; and (ii) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (C) in subsection (c)-- (i) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (ii) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. (d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (C) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (D) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (E) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (F) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (G) in paragraph (15), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (H) in paragraph (16), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. (e) Legal Assistance for Victims.--Section 1201 of the Violence Against Women Act of 2000 (34 U.S.C. 20121) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``dating violence,'' each place it appears. (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''. SEC. REPORTING ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION. (a) Uniform Crime Reports.--The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation shall, pursuant to section 534 of title 28, United States Code, classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime in the Uniform Crime Reports. (b) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--In this section, the term ``female genital mutilation'' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minora, or labia majora.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, 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 ``Empower our Girls Act''. SEC. 2. VAWA GRANT PROGRAMS. (a) STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program.--Section 2001(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10441(b)) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (2) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (3) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (4) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (5) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (6) in paragraph (7), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; (7) in paragraph (10), by striking ``domestic violence'' and inserting ``domestic violence, female genital mutilation,''; (8) in paragraph (12), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,'' each place it appears; (9) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''; and (10) in paragraph (20), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``domestic violence,''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (2) Smart prevention.--Section 41303 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12463) is amended-- (A) in subsection (a), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in subsection (b)-- (i) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; and (ii) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (C) in subsection (c)-- (i) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (ii) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. (2) Grant authority.--Section 2101(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(b)) is amended-- (A) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears; (B) in paragraph (3), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (C) in paragraph (4), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (D) in paragraph (5), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (E) in paragraph (6), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (F) in paragraph (14), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; (G) in paragraph (15), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''; and (H) in paragraph (16), by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. (3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (e) Legal Assistance for Victims.--Section 1201 of the Violence Against Women Act of 2000 (34 U.S.C. 20121) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``dating violence,'' each place it appears. (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''. SEC. 3. REPORTING ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION. (a) Uniform Crime Reports.--The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation shall, pursuant to section 534 of title 28, United States Code, classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime in the Uniform Crime Reports. (b) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--In this section, the term ``female genital mutilation'' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minora, or labia majora. <all>

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Empower our Girls Act''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( 3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. ( 4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Empower our Girls Act''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( 3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. ( 4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Empower our Girls Act''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( 3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. ( 4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Empower our Girls Act''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( 3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. ( 4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''.

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( c) Grants for Outreach and Services to Underserved Populations.-- Section 120 of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (34 U.S.C. 20123) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( (4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. (

To allow certain grants to be used for the purpose of assisting victims of female genital mutilation, to classify the offense of female genital mutilation as a part II crime for purposes of the Uniform Crime Reports, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Empower our Girls Act''. (b) Consolidated Grant Program.-- (1) Choose children and youth.--Section 41201 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12451) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( d) Improving Criminal Justice Responses.-- (1) Purpose.--Section 2101(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(a)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,''. ( 3) Eligibility.--Section 2101(c)(1)(D) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10461(c)(1)(D)) is amended-- (A) by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' the first place it appears; and (B) by striking ``domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault'' and inserting ``domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, female genital mutilation, or stalking''. ( 4) Applications.--Section 2102(b) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10462(b)) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( (f) Transitional Housing Assistance Grants.--Section 40299 of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12351) is amended by inserting ``female genital mutilation,'' after ``sexual assault,'' each place it appears. ( g) Female Genital Mutilation Defined.--Section 40002(a) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (34 U.S.C. 12291(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(46) Female genital mutilation.--The term `female genital mutilation' means the removal or infibulation (or both) of the whole or part of the clitoris, the labia minor, or the labia major.''.

H.R.8995

Health

Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers that furnish postexposure rabies treatments to uninsured individuals.

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. 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 ``Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A PROGRAM TO REIMBURSE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR FURNISHING RABIES POSTEXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS TO UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Program-registered provider.--The term ``program- registered provider'' means a health care provider that-- (A) is licensed or otherwise authorized to furnish rabies postexposure prohylaxis in the State in which such provider furnishes such prophylaxis under the program established under this section; and (B) enters into an agreement with the Secretary under which the provider agrees-- (i) not to hold an uninsured individual liable for the cost of rabies postexposure prophylaxis with respect to which a payment is made under subsection (a)(2); and (ii) to limit any charge to such individual for the administration of such prophylaxis with respect to which such a payment is so made to an amount specified by the Secretary. (2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) Uninsured individual.--The term ``uninsured individual'' means, with respect to an individual furnished rabies postexposure prohylaxis, an individual who-- (A) is not enrolled in-- (i) a Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable). <all>

Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals.

Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act

Rep. Bera, Ami

D

CA

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers that furnish postexposure rabies treatments to uninsured individuals.

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. 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 ``Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A PROGRAM TO REIMBURSE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR FURNISHING RABIES POSTEXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS TO UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Program-registered provider.--The term ``program- registered provider'' means a health care provider that-- (A) is licensed or otherwise authorized to furnish rabies postexposure prohylaxis in the State in which such provider furnishes such prophylaxis under the program established under this section; and (B) enters into an agreement with the Secretary under which the provider agrees-- (i) not to hold an uninsured individual liable for the cost of rabies postexposure prophylaxis with respect to which a payment is made under subsection (a)(2); and (ii) to limit any charge to such individual for the administration of such prophylaxis with respect to which such a payment is so made to an amount specified by the Secretary. (2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) Uninsured individual.--The term ``uninsured individual'' means, with respect to an individual furnished rabies postexposure prohylaxis, an individual who-- (A) is not enrolled in-- (i) a Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable). <all>

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. 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 ``Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act''. SEC. 2. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Program-registered provider.--The term ``program- registered provider'' means a health care provider that-- (A) is licensed or otherwise authorized to furnish rabies postexposure prohylaxis in the State in which such provider furnishes such prophylaxis under the program established under this section; and (B) enters into an agreement with the Secretary under which the provider agrees-- (i) not to hold an uninsured individual liable for the cost of rabies postexposure prophylaxis with respect to which a payment is made under subsection (a)(2); and (ii) to limit any charge to such individual for the administration of such prophylaxis with respect to which such a payment is so made to an amount specified by the Secretary. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) Uninsured individual.--The term ``uninsured individual'' means, with respect to an individual furnished rabies postexposure prohylaxis, an individual who-- (A) is not enrolled in-- (i) a Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. 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 ``Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A PROGRAM TO REIMBURSE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR FURNISHING RABIES POSTEXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS TO UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Program-registered provider.--The term ``program- registered provider'' means a health care provider that-- (A) is licensed or otherwise authorized to furnish rabies postexposure prohylaxis in the State in which such provider furnishes such prophylaxis under the program established under this section; and (B) enters into an agreement with the Secretary under which the provider agrees-- (i) not to hold an uninsured individual liable for the cost of rabies postexposure prophylaxis with respect to which a payment is made under subsection (a)(2); and (ii) to limit any charge to such individual for the administration of such prophylaxis with respect to which such a payment is so made to an amount specified by the Secretary. (2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) Uninsured individual.--The term ``uninsured individual'' means, with respect to an individual furnished rabies postexposure prohylaxis, an individual who-- (A) is not enrolled in-- (i) a Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable). <all>

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. 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 ``Affordable Rabies Treatment for Uninsured Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO ESTABLISH A PROGRAM TO REIMBURSE HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FOR FURNISHING RABIES POSTEXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS TO UNINSURED INDIVIDUALS. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (b) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Program-registered provider.--The term ``program- registered provider'' means a health care provider that-- (A) is licensed or otherwise authorized to furnish rabies postexposure prohylaxis in the State in which such provider furnishes such prophylaxis under the program established under this section; and (B) enters into an agreement with the Secretary under which the provider agrees-- (i) not to hold an uninsured individual liable for the cost of rabies postexposure prophylaxis with respect to which a payment is made under subsection (a)(2); and (ii) to limit any charge to such individual for the administration of such prophylaxis with respect to which such a payment is so made to an amount specified by the Secretary. (2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. (3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. (4) Uninsured individual.--The term ``uninsured individual'' means, with respect to an individual furnished rabies postexposure prohylaxis, an individual who-- (A) is not enrolled in-- (i) a Federal health care program (as defined in section 1128B(f) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable). <all>

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. 2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. ( 3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. 2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. ( 3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. 2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. ( 3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. 2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. ( 3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a program to reimburse health care providers for furnishing rabies postexposure prophylaxis to uninsured individuals. a) In General.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall establish a program under which-- (1) program-registered providers submit claims to the Secretary with respect to the furnishing of medically necessary rabies postexposure prohylaxis to uninsured individuals; and (2) the Secretary, subject to the availability of appropriations, pays each such provider for such prohylaxis in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. 2) Rabies postexposure prohylaxis.--The term ``rabies postexposure prophylaxis'' means human rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine doses, or any other treatment specified by the Secretary, furnished in accordance with guidelines specified by the Secretary to an individual who has been potentially exposed to the rabies virus to prevent the occurrence of rabies. ( 3) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Health and Human Services. ( 1320a-7b(f))); (ii) a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered by a health insurance issuer in the group or individual market (as such terms are defined in section 2791 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300gg-91)); or (iii) a health plan offered under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code; or (B) is enrolled in a program, plan, or coverage described in subparagraph (A) that does not provide any benefits for such prophylaxis under such program, plan, or coverage (as applicable).

H.R.2761

Environmental Protection

Comprehensive National Mercury Monitoring Act This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a national mercury monitoring program. Under the program, the EPA must track and report on long-term changes of mercury concentrations in air, water, soil, and fish and wildlife. In addition, the EPA must establish an online database for mercury data.

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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 ``Comprehensive National Mercury Monitoring Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds that-- (1) mercury is a potent neurotoxin of significant ecological and public health concern; (2) it is estimated that approximately 200,000 children born each year in the United States are exposed to levels of mercury in the womb that are high enough to impair neurological development; (3) based on estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, between 2000 and 2010, between 2 and 6 percent of women in the United States of childbearing age have exceeded blood mercury levels determined to be safe by the Environmental Protection Agency; (4) exposure to mercury occurs largely by the consumption of contaminated fish, but fish and shellfish are important sources of dietary protein and micronutrients, and a healthy fishing resource is important to the economy of the United States; (5) in many locations, the primary route for mercury input to aquatic ecosystems is atmospheric emissions, transport, and deposition; (6) existing broad-scale data sets are important but insufficient to track changes in mercury levels in the environment over time, test model predictions, and assess the impact of changing mercury emissions and deposition; and (7) a comprehensive national mercury monitoring network to accurately quantify regional and national changes in atmospheric mercury deposition, ecosystem contamination, and bioaccumulation of mercury in fish and wildlife in response to changes in mercury emissions would help policy makers, scientists, and the public to better understand the sources, consequences, and trends of mercury pollution in the United States. SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (2) Advisory committee.--The term ``Advisory Committee'' means the Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee established under section 5(a). (3) Ancillary measure.--The term ``ancillary measure'' means a measure that is used to understand the impact and interpret results of measurements under the program. (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. (5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. (6) Mercury flux.--The term ``mercury flux'' means the rate of transfer of mercury between ecosystem components (such as between water and air or land and air) or between portions of ecosystem components, expressed in terms of-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of area of land or water per unit of time. (7) Program.--The term ``program'' means the national mercury monitoring program established under section 4(a). (8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. SEC. 4. MONITORING PROGRAM. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a national mercury monitoring program. (2) Purpose.--The purpose of the program is to track-- (A) long-term trends in atmospheric mercury concentrations and deposition; and (B) mercury levels in watersheds, surface water, and fish and wildlife in terrestrial, freshwater, coastal, and marine ecosystems in response to changing mercury emissions over time. (3) Monitoring sites.-- (A) In general.--In carrying out paragraph (1), not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and in coordination with the Advisory Committee, the Administrator shall select multiple monitoring sites representing multiple ecoregions and associated coastal waters of the United States. (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. (C) Colocation.--Monitoring sites shall be colocated with sites from other long-term environmental monitoring programs, where practicable, including sites associated with the National Ecological Observatory Network, the Long Term Ecological Research Network, and the National Atmospheric Deposition Program. (D) Monitoring protocols.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish and publish standardized measurement protocols for the program. (4) International cooperation.--To the maximum extent practicable, the program shall be compatible with similar international efforts, including the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme, the Global Earth Observation System of Systems, and the monitoring associated with the effectiveness evaluation of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, adopted October 10, 2013 (TIAS 17-816), which entered into force on August 16, 2017. (5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). (b) Functions.-- (1) In general.--Under the program, the Administrator, in consultation with the appropriate Federal agencies and the Advisory Committee, shall at a minimum carry out monitoring described in paragraphs (2) through (4) at the locations selected under subsection (a)(3). (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. (3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. (4) Aquatic and terrestrial organisms.--The program, in association with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the Inventory and Monitoring Division of the National Park Service, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial organisms, including-- (A) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentrations in-- (i) invertebrates; (ii) yearling or lower trophic level fish; and (iii) commercially, recreationally, or conservation relevant fish; and (B) measurement and recording of total mercury concentrations in-- (i) selected insect- and fish-eating birds; and (ii) selected insect- and fish-eating mammals. SEC. 5. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (a) Establishment.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a scientific advisory committee, to be known as the ``Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee'', to advise the Administrator and those Federal agencies on the establishment, site selection, measurement, recording protocols, and operation of the program. (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. SEC. 6. REPORTS AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (c) Availability of Data.--The Administrator shall make all data obtained under this Act available to the public through a dedicated website and on written request. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $37,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; (2) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; and (3) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2024. <all>

Comprehensive National Mercury Monitoring Act

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes.

Comprehensive National Mercury Monitoring Act

Rep. Cartwright, Matt

D

PA

This bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a national mercury monitoring program. Under the program, the EPA must track and report on long-term changes of mercury concentrations in air, water, soil, and fish and wildlife. In addition, the EPA must establish an online database for mercury data.

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2. 3. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. (8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. 4. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a national mercury monitoring program. (C) Colocation.--Monitoring sites shall be colocated with sites from other long-term environmental monitoring programs, where practicable, including sites associated with the National Ecological Observatory Network, the Long Term Ecological Research Network, and the National Atmospheric Deposition Program. (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. 5. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 6. REPORTS AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. SEC. 7. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $37,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; (2) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; and (3) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2024.

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2. 3. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. (8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. 4. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a national mercury monitoring program. (C) Colocation.--Monitoring sites shall be colocated with sites from other long-term environmental monitoring programs, where practicable, including sites associated with the National Ecological Observatory Network, the Long Term Ecological Research Network, and the National Atmospheric Deposition Program. (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. 5. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. 6. REPORTS AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. SEC. 7. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $37,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; (2) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; and (3) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2024.

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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. 2. FINDINGS. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. (5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. (8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. 4. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a national mercury monitoring program. (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. (C) Colocation.--Monitoring sites shall be colocated with sites from other long-term environmental monitoring programs, where practicable, including sites associated with the National Ecological Observatory Network, the Long Term Ecological Research Network, and the National Atmospheric Deposition Program. (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. (4) Aquatic and terrestrial organisms.--The program, in association with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the Inventory and Monitoring Division of the National Park Service, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial organisms, including-- (A) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentrations in-- (i) invertebrates; (ii) yearling or lower trophic level fish; and (iii) commercially, recreationally, or conservation relevant fish; and (B) measurement and recording of total mercury concentrations in-- (i) selected insect- and fish-eating birds; and (ii) selected insect- and fish-eating mammals. 5. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 6. REPORTS AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $37,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; (2) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; and (3) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2024.

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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. 2. FINDINGS. 3. DEFINITIONS. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. (5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. (8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. 4. (a) Establishment.-- (1) In general.--The Administrator, in consultation with the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Director of the United States Geological Survey, the Director of the National Park Service, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies, shall establish a national mercury monitoring program. (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. (C) Colocation.--Monitoring sites shall be colocated with sites from other long-term environmental monitoring programs, where practicable, including sites associated with the National Ecological Observatory Network, the Long Term Ecological Research Network, and the National Atmospheric Deposition Program. (4) International cooperation.--To the maximum extent practicable, the program shall be compatible with similar international efforts, including the Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme, the Global Earth Observation System of Systems, and the monitoring associated with the effectiveness evaluation of the Minamata Convention on Mercury, adopted October 10, 2013 (TIAS 17-816), which entered into force on August 16, 2017. (5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. (4) Aquatic and terrestrial organisms.--The program, in association with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the Inventory and Monitoring Division of the National Park Service, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in marine, freshwater, and terrestrial organisms, including-- (A) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentrations in-- (i) invertebrates; (ii) yearling or lower trophic level fish; and (iii) commercially, recreationally, or conservation relevant fish; and (B) measurement and recording of total mercury concentrations in-- (i) selected insect- and fish-eating birds; and (ii) selected insect- and fish-eating mammals. 5. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. 6. REPORTS AND PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. SEC. 7. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this Act-- (1) $37,000,000 for fiscal year 2022; (2) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2023; and (3) $29,000,000 for fiscal year 2024.

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. ( 8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. MONITORING PROGRAM. ( B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( (D) Monitoring protocols.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish and publish standardized measurement protocols for the program. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. ( 3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2) Advisory committee.--The term ``Advisory Committee'' means the Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee established under section 5(a). ( (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. ( 5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. ( (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ( ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. ( b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2) Advisory committee.--The term ``Advisory Committee'' means the Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee established under section 5(a). ( (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. ( 5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. ( (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ( ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. ( b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. ( 8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. MONITORING PROGRAM. ( B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( (D) Monitoring protocols.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish and publish standardized measurement protocols for the program. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. ( 3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2) Advisory committee.--The term ``Advisory Committee'' means the Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee established under section 5(a). ( (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. ( 5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. ( (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ( ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. ( b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring 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. In this Act: (1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. ( 8) Surface sediment.--The term ``surface sediment'' means sediment in the uppermost 2 centimeters of a lakebed, riverbed, estuary, or coastal area. MONITORING PROGRAM. ( B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( (D) Monitoring protocols.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish and publish standardized measurement protocols for the program. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. ( 3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 2) Advisory committee.--The term ``Advisory Committee'' means the Mercury Monitoring Advisory Committee established under section 5(a). ( (4) Ecoregion.--The term ``ecoregion'' means a large area of land and water that contains a geographically distinct assemblage of natural communities, including similar land forms, climate, ecological processes, and vegetation. ( 5) Mercury export.--The term ``mercury export'' means mercury transport from a watershed to the corresponding body of water, or from 1 body of water to another body of water (such as from a lake to a river), generally expressed as-- (A) mass per unit of time; or (B) mass per unit of watershed or body of water area per unit of time. ( (B) Locations.--Locations of monitoring sites shall include-- (i) units of the National Park System; (ii) units of the National Wildlife Refuge System; (iii) units of the National Estuarine Research Reserve System; and (iv) sensitive ecological areas in which substantive changes are expected from reductions in domestic mercury emissions. ( 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ( ADVISORY COMMITTEE. ( (a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. ( b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. ( b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 3) Water and soil chemistry.--The program, in association with the WaterWatch Program established by the United States Geological Survey, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury and methyl mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the water and soil or sediments, including-- (A) extraction and analysis of soil and sediment cores; (B) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface sediments; and (C) measurement and recording of total mercury and methyl mercury concentration in surface waters. ( ( b) Assessment.--Not less frequently than once every 4 years, the report required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of mercury deposition rates that need to be achieved in order to prevent adverse human and ecological effects. (

To establish a national mercury monitoring program, and for other purposes. 5) Data collection and distribution.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Advisory Committee, shall establish-- (A) a centralized database for existing and newly collected environmental mercury data that can be freely accessed on the internet; and (B) assurance and quality standards for the database under subparagraph (A). ( (2) Air and watersheds.--The program, in association with the National Atmospheric Deposition Program, shall monitor long-term changes in mercury levels and important ancillary measures in the air, including-- (A) the measurement and recording of wet mercury deposition; (B) an estimation of-- (i) dry mercury deposition (such as litter mercury deposition); (ii) mercury flux; and (iii) mercury export; and (C) the measurement of mercury isotopes and ancillary measurements to fully understand the transport, cycling, and transformations of mercury through ecosystems. ( b) Membership.--The Advisory Committee shall consist of scientists who are not employees of the Federal Government, including-- (1) 3 scientists appointed by the Administrator; (2) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service; (3) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the United States Geological Survey; (4) 2 scientists appointed by the Director of the National Park Service; and (5) 2 scientists appointed by the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. a) Reports.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the program, including data on relevant temporal trends and spatial gradients in mercury contamination in the environment. (

H.R.4970

Health

Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021 This bill establishes a grant program within the Department of Health and Human Services for hospitals and other health care facilities in rural areas to establish or expand medical residency training programs.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. 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 ``Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OF APPROVED MEDICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAMS IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (in this section referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall establish a program to be known as the Rural Medical Residency Expansion Grant Program (in this section referred to as the ``Program'') for purposes of awarding grants during the 10-year period beginning on such date to qualifying hospitals and entities (as defined in subsection (d)) to facilitate the development or expansion of approved medical residency training programs (as defined for purposes of section 1886(h) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(h))). (b) Application.--The Secretary may award grants under the Program only to a qualifying hospital that submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as may be specified by the Secretary. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. (d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. (e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section. <all>

Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas.

Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021

Rep. O'Halleran, Tom

D

AZ

This bill establishes a grant program within the Department of Health and Human Services for hospitals and other health care facilities in rural areas to establish or expand medical residency training 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 ``Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OF APPROVED MEDICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAMS IN RURAL AREAS. 1395ww(h))). (b) Application.--The Secretary may award grants under the Program only to a qualifying hospital that submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as may be specified by the Secretary. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. (d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. (e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OF APPROVED MEDICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAMS IN RURAL AREAS. 1395ww(h))). (b) Application.--The Secretary may award grants under the Program only to a qualifying hospital that submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as may be specified by the Secretary. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. (e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. 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 ``Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OF APPROVED MEDICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAMS IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (in this section referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall establish a program to be known as the Rural Medical Residency Expansion Grant Program (in this section referred to as the ``Program'') for purposes of awarding grants during the 10-year period beginning on such date to qualifying hospitals and entities (as defined in subsection (d)) to facilitate the development or expansion of approved medical residency training programs (as defined for purposes of section 1886(h) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(h))). (b) Application.--The Secretary may award grants under the Program only to a qualifying hospital that submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as may be specified by the Secretary. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. (d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. (e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. 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 ``Rural Medical Residency Expansion Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. GRANT PROGRAM TO ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT AND EXPANSION OF APPROVED MEDICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING PROGRAMS IN RURAL AREAS. (a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (in this section referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall establish a program to be known as the Rural Medical Residency Expansion Grant Program (in this section referred to as the ``Program'') for purposes of awarding grants during the 10-year period beginning on such date to qualifying hospitals and entities (as defined in subsection (d)) to facilitate the development or expansion of approved medical residency training programs (as defined for purposes of section 1886(h) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(h))). (b) Application.--The Secretary may award grants under the Program only to a qualifying hospital that submits to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as may be specified by the Secretary. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. (d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. (e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. ( e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). ( f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. ( 2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. ( 2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. ( e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). ( f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. ( 2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. ( e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). ( f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. ( 2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. ( e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). ( f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. d) Qualifying Hospital and Entity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term ``qualifying hospital and entity'' means-- (1) a hospital (as defined in section 1861 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x)); (2) a critical access hospital (as so defined); (3) a sole community hospital (as defined in section 1886(d)(5)(D)(iii) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395ww(d)(5)(D)(iii))); (4) a rural emergency hospital (as defined in section 1861(kkk)(2) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(kkk)(2))); or (5) an entity eligible for the Rural Residency Planning and Development Program administered by the Health Resources & Services Administration of the Department of Health and Human Services. ( 2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a grant program to encourage the development and expansion of approved medical residency training programs in rural areas. Such award shall be in an amount determined appropriate by the Secretary. (c) Use of Funds.--Funds made available to a qualifying hospital pursuant to a grant awarded under the Program may only be used by such hospital to-- (1) develop an approved medical residency training program; or (2) expand an existing such program. ( e) Reporting.-- (1) Initial report.--Not later than 1 year after the date specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate on how many qualifying hospitals and entities received funding under the Program and how many new residents were trained as a result of the Program. (2) Subsequent reports.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall submit to such Committees a report that identifies the practices of residents participating in the Program (including whether such residents are practicing in a rural area) 5 and 10 years after the report is submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). ( f) Funding.--There are authorized to be appropriated $100,000,000 for the 10-year period beginning with the first calendar year in which the Program is established for purposes of carrying out this section.

S.4673

Crime and Law Enforcement

National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022 This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 the National Computer Forensics Institute within the U.S. Secret Service.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, 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 Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS INSTITUTE. Section 822 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 383) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``2023 through 2028''; and (B) by striking the second sentence; (2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Functions.--The Institute shall provide information and training to any State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or judge, any officer or employee of any agency in any branch of the Federal Government, any member of the uniformed services, or any State, local, Tribal, or territorial employee who might reasonably assist in the investigation and prevention of cyber and electronic crime and related threats, on-- ``(1) cyber and electronic crimes and related threats; ``(2) methods for investigating cyber and electronic crime and related threats and conducting computer and mobile device forensic examinations; ``(3) prosecutorial and judicial challenges related to cyber and electronic crime and related threats, and computer and mobile device forensic examinations; and ``(4) methods to obtain, process, store, and admit digital evidence in court.''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees.''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``State, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officers'' and inserting ``the individuals listed in subsection (b)''; (5) in subsection (e)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``electronic crime'' and inserting ``cyber fraud''; (B) by striking ``Electronic Crime'' and inserting ``Cyber Fraud''; and (C) by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Expenses.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may pay for all or a part of the necessary expenses of the training and information provided by the Institute under subsection (b), including travel, transportation, and subsistence expenses for recipients of the information and training. ``(h) Annual Reports to Congress.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall include in the annual report required under section 1116 of title 31, United States Code, information regarding the activities of the Institute, including, where possible-- ``(A) an identification of jurisdictions with recipients of the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b) during such year; ``(B) information relating to the costs associated with that education and training; ``(C) any information regarding projected future demand for the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); ``(D) impacts of the activities of the Institute on the capability of jurisdictions to investigate and prevent cybersecurity incidents, electronic crimes, and related cybersecurity threats; ``(E) a description of the nomination process for potential recipients of the information and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); and ``(F) any other issues determined to be relevant by the Secretary. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4673 _______________________________________________________________________

National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022

A bill to reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes.

National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022 National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022

Sen. Grassley, Chuck

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This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 the National Computer Forensics Institute within the U.S. Secret Service.

SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS INSTITUTE. Section 822 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 383) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``2023 through 2028''; and (B) by striking the second sentence; (2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Functions.--The Institute shall provide information and training to any State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or judge, any officer or employee of any agency in any branch of the Federal Government, any member of the uniformed services, or any State, local, Tribal, or territorial employee who might reasonably assist in the investigation and prevention of cyber and electronic crime and related threats, on-- ``(1) cyber and electronic crimes and related threats; ``(2) methods for investigating cyber and electronic crime and related threats and conducting computer and mobile device forensic examinations; ``(3) prosecutorial and judicial challenges related to cyber and electronic crime and related threats, and computer and mobile device forensic examinations; and ``(4) methods to obtain, process, store, and admit digital evidence in court. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``State, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officers'' and inserting ``the individuals listed in subsection (b)''; (5) in subsection (e)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``electronic crime'' and inserting ``cyber fraud''; (B) by striking ``Electronic Crime'' and inserting ``Cyber Fraud''; and (C) by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Expenses.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may pay for all or a part of the necessary expenses of the training and information provided by the Institute under subsection (b), including travel, transportation, and subsistence expenses for recipients of the information and training. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4673 _______________________________________________________________________

SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS INSTITUTE. Section 822 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 383) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``2023 through 2028''; and (B) by striking the second sentence; (2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Functions.--The Institute shall provide information and training to any State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or judge, any officer or employee of any agency in any branch of the Federal Government, any member of the uniformed services, or any State, local, Tribal, or territorial employee who might reasonably assist in the investigation and prevention of cyber and electronic crime and related threats, on-- ``(1) cyber and electronic crimes and related threats; ``(2) methods for investigating cyber and electronic crime and related threats and conducting computer and mobile device forensic examinations; ``(3) prosecutorial and judicial challenges related to cyber and electronic crime and related threats, and computer and mobile device forensic examinations; and ``(4) methods to obtain, process, store, and admit digital evidence in court. ''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``State, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officers'' and inserting ``the individuals listed in subsection (b)''; (5) in subsection (e)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``electronic crime'' and inserting ``cyber fraud''; (B) by striking ``Electronic Crime'' and inserting ``Cyber Fraud''; and (C) by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Expenses.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may pay for all or a part of the necessary expenses of the training and information provided by the Institute under subsection (b), including travel, transportation, and subsistence expenses for recipients of the information and training. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4673 _______________________________________________________________________

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, 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 Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS INSTITUTE. Section 822 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 383) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``2023 through 2028''; and (B) by striking the second sentence; (2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Functions.--The Institute shall provide information and training to any State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or judge, any officer or employee of any agency in any branch of the Federal Government, any member of the uniformed services, or any State, local, Tribal, or territorial employee who might reasonably assist in the investigation and prevention of cyber and electronic crime and related threats, on-- ``(1) cyber and electronic crimes and related threats; ``(2) methods for investigating cyber and electronic crime and related threats and conducting computer and mobile device forensic examinations; ``(3) prosecutorial and judicial challenges related to cyber and electronic crime and related threats, and computer and mobile device forensic examinations; and ``(4) methods to obtain, process, store, and admit digital evidence in court.''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees.''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``State, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officers'' and inserting ``the individuals listed in subsection (b)''; (5) in subsection (e)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``electronic crime'' and inserting ``cyber fraud''; (B) by striking ``Electronic Crime'' and inserting ``Cyber Fraud''; and (C) by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Expenses.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may pay for all or a part of the necessary expenses of the training and information provided by the Institute under subsection (b), including travel, transportation, and subsistence expenses for recipients of the information and training. ``(h) Annual Reports to Congress.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall include in the annual report required under section 1116 of title 31, United States Code, information regarding the activities of the Institute, including, where possible-- ``(A) an identification of jurisdictions with recipients of the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b) during such year; ``(B) information relating to the costs associated with that education and training; ``(C) any information regarding projected future demand for the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); ``(D) impacts of the activities of the Institute on the capability of jurisdictions to investigate and prevent cybersecurity incidents, electronic crimes, and related cybersecurity threats; ``(E) a description of the nomination process for potential recipients of the information and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); and ``(F) any other issues determined to be relevant by the Secretary. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4673 _______________________________________________________________________

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, 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 Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. REAUTHORIZATION OF THE NATIONAL COMPUTER FORENSICS INSTITUTE. Section 822 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 383) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the first sentence, by striking ``2017 through 2022'' and inserting ``2023 through 2028''; and (B) by striking the second sentence; (2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Functions.--The Institute shall provide information and training to any State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or judge, any officer or employee of any agency in any branch of the Federal Government, any member of the uniformed services, or any State, local, Tribal, or territorial employee who might reasonably assist in the investigation and prevention of cyber and electronic crime and related threats, on-- ``(1) cyber and electronic crimes and related threats; ``(2) methods for investigating cyber and electronic crime and related threats and conducting computer and mobile device forensic examinations; ``(3) prosecutorial and judicial challenges related to cyber and electronic crime and related threats, and computer and mobile device forensic examinations; and ``(4) methods to obtain, process, store, and admit digital evidence in court.''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees.''; (4) in subsection (d), by striking ``State, local, tribal and territorial law enforcement officers'' and inserting ``the individuals listed in subsection (b)''; (5) in subsection (e)-- (A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``electronic crime'' and inserting ``cyber fraud''; (B) by striking ``Electronic Crime'' and inserting ``Cyber Fraud''; and (C) by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial''; and (6) by adding at the end the following: ``(g) Expenses.--The Director of the United States Secret Service may pay for all or a part of the necessary expenses of the training and information provided by the Institute under subsection (b), including travel, transportation, and subsistence expenses for recipients of the information and training. ``(h) Annual Reports to Congress.-- ``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall include in the annual report required under section 1116 of title 31, United States Code, information regarding the activities of the Institute, including, where possible-- ``(A) an identification of jurisdictions with recipients of the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b) during such year; ``(B) information relating to the costs associated with that education and training; ``(C) any information regarding projected future demand for the education and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); ``(D) impacts of the activities of the Institute on the capability of jurisdictions to investigate and prevent cybersecurity incidents, electronic crimes, and related cybersecurity threats; ``(E) a description of the nomination process for potential recipients of the information and training provided pursuant to subsection (b); and ``(F) any other issues determined to be relevant by the Secretary. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022. Attest: Secretary. 117th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 4673 _______________________________________________________________________

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. ''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ''; ( ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. 3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. 3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. ''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ''; ( ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. 3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. ''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ''; ( ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. 3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. ''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ''; ( ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. 3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

To reauthorize the National Computer Forensics Institute of the United States Secret Service, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``National Computer Forensics Institute Reauthorization Act of 2022''. ''; (3) in subsection (c), by striking ``State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers and prosecutors'' and inserting ``members and partners of the network of Cyber Fraud Task Forces of the United States Secret Service, and, when selecting participants for the training specified in subsection (b), the Institute shall prioritize, to the extent reasonable and practicable, State, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and other employees. ''; ( ``(2) Exception.--Any information required under paragraph (1) that is submitted as part of the annual budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, is not required to be included in the report described in paragraph (1).''. Passed the Senate September 27, 2022.

S.3708

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Trading System Preservation Act This bill authorizes the President to enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements. Covered plurilateral trade agreement refers to a sector-specific agreement within the framework of the World Trade Organization (WTO) involving foreign countries or foreign territories that form a subset of the members of the WTO that does not extend benefits on a most-favored-nation basis. Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. Trade Representative to provide a classified briefing to specified congressional committees on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. After the congressional briefing, the bill directs the President to initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement when the President determines it is in the national interest to do so. The bill authorizes the President to enter into these agreements in specified sectors of the economy (e.g., digital services and pharmaceuticals), with such authority expiring on July 1, 2027. Further, the President may proclaim a modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing excise or duty-free treatment to carry out an agreement.

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, 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 System Preservation Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: (1) The World Trade Organization (in this section referred to as the ``WTO'') was established to be a forum for multilateral trade negotiations between member countries. (2) Scant negotiating progress has been made at the WTO since its creation in 1995, including through the failed Doha Round, which was initiated 20 years before the date of the enactment of this Act. (3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. (4) That lack of negotiating progress can be generally attributed to a small minority of WTO members that, for a variety of reasons, have exercised an effective veto over negotiations, effectively prohibiting agreement on new rules to discipline discriminatory practices. (5) Most favored nation (in this section referred to as ``MFN'') obligations, strictly defined, which appear to generally require equal treatment of all WTO members, make it difficult to achieve high-quality plurilateral agreements because of concerns about free ridership by WTO members who are not party to those agreements. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the WTO system affords a variety of flexibilities for WTO members to negotiate and conclude plurilateral agreements without extending the benefits negotiated therein to the entire membership of the WTO on an MFN basis; (2) to reinvigorate the multilateral trading system and advance its trade interests, the United States should exercise its rights to negotiate new sectoral trade agreements with other interested WTO members on a plurilateral basis; (3) to facilitate those negotiations, enable a high level of ambition, and avoid lowest common denominator outcomes, any new benefits negotiated under those new agreements should be limited to the participants and not extended to the entire membership of the WTO; and (4) pursuing plurilateral agreements that are not subject to unconditional MFN will enable the United States to work with like-minded countries within the framework of the WTO to develop new rules to discipline discriminatory, trade distorting, and non-market practices, restore the relevance of the multilateral trading system, and expand trade to the benefit of the citizens of the United States. SEC. 3. BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. (b) Elements.--The briefing required under subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the opportunities, obstacles, feasibility, and advisability of negotiating and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. (c) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered plurilateral trade agreement.--The term ``covered plurilateral trade agreement'' means a sector- specific agreement within the framework of the World Trade Organization involving foreign countries or foreign territories that form a subset of the members of the World Trade Organization that does not extend benefits on a most favored nation basis. (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. SEC. 4. NEGOTIATING AND TRADE AGREEMENTS AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (a) Initiation of Negotiations.-- (1) In general.--In order to enhance the economic well- being of the United States, the President shall initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section when the President determines that it is in the national interest to do so. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). (b) Authority for Agreements.-- (1) In general.--To strengthen the economic competitiveness of the United States by improving trade relations with countries similarly interested, the President may enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements in a sector of the economy specified in subsection (d). (2) Termination of authority.--The authority under paragraph (1) terminates on July 1, 2027. (c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). (2) Limitation.--Substantial modifications to, or substantial additional provisions of, an agreement entered into after July 1, 2027, are not covered by the authority under paragraph (1). (d) Sectors of the Economy Specified.--A sector of the economy specified in this subsection is any of the following sectors: (1) E-commerce and digital services. (2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. (3) Environmental goods. (4) Services. (5) Any sector that is subject to substantial interference by a foreign government, including through excessive subsidies or state-owned enterprises. (e) Consultation With and Notification to Congress.--The President shall consult with Congress regarding, and notify Congress of, the intention of the President to enter into an agreement under subsection (b) or to make a proclamation under subsection (c). (f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. (2) Non-market economy country.-- (A) In general.--The President may not negotiate an agreement under this section with a foreign country or foreign territory determined to be a non-market economy country pursuant to section 771(18) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1677(18)). (B) After entry into force.--A foreign country or foreign territory described in subparagraph (A) may accede to a completed agreement negotiated pursuant to this section after entry into force of the agreement if a joint resolution is first enacted approving the accession of that country to the agreement. (g) Bills Qualifying for Trade Authorities Procedures.-- (1) Implementing bills.-- (A) In general.--The provisions of section 151 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. A bill to which this paragraph applies shall hereafter in this section be referred to as an ``implementing bill''. (B) Provisions specified.--The provisions described in this subparagraph are-- (i) a provision approving a trade agreement entered into under this section and approving the statement of administrative action, if any, proposed to implement such trade agreement; and (ii) if changes in existing laws or new statutory authority are required to implement such trade agreement or agreements, only such provisions as are strictly necessary or appropriate to implement such trade agreement or agreements, either repealing or amending existing laws or providing new statutory authority. (2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). (2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (3) The notification, consultation, and reporting requirements under section 105 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4204). (4) The implementation procedures under section 106 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4205). (i) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Covered plurilateral trade agreement.--The term ``covered plurilateral trade agreement'' means a sector- specific agreement within the framework of the World Trade Organization involving foreign countries or foreign territories that form a subset of the members of the World Trade Organization that does not extend benefits on a most favored nation basis. (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. <all>

Trading System Preservation Act

A bill to provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes.

Trading System Preservation Act

Sen. Portman, Rob

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This bill authorizes the President to enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements. Covered plurilateral trade agreement refers to a sector-specific agreement within the framework of the World Trade Organization (WTO) involving foreign countries or foreign territories that form a subset of the members of the WTO that does not extend benefits on a most-favored-nation basis. Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. Trade Representative to provide a classified briefing to specified congressional committees on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. After the congressional briefing, the bill directs the President to initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement when the President determines it is in the national interest to do so. The bill authorizes the President to enter into these agreements in specified sectors of the economy (e.g., digital services and pharmaceuticals), with such authority expiring on July 1, 2027. Further, the President may proclaim a modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing excise or duty-free treatment to carry out an agreement.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Trading System Preservation Act''. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: (1) The World Trade Organization (in this section referred to as the ``WTO'') was established to be a forum for multilateral trade negotiations between member countries. (4) That lack of negotiating progress can be generally attributed to a small minority of WTO members that, for a variety of reasons, have exercised an effective veto over negotiations, effectively prohibiting agreement on new rules to discipline discriminatory practices. 3. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. SEC. NEGOTIATING AND TRADE AGREEMENTS AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (b) Authority for Agreements.-- (1) In general.--To strengthen the economic competitiveness of the United States by improving trade relations with countries similarly interested, the President may enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements in a sector of the economy specified in subsection (d). (2) Limitation.--Substantial modifications to, or substantial additional provisions of, an agreement entered into after July 1, 2027, are not covered by the authority under paragraph (1). (4) Services. (5) Any sector that is subject to substantial interference by a foreign government, including through excessive subsidies or state-owned enterprises. 1677(18)). (B) After entry into force.--A foreign country or foreign territory described in subparagraph (A) may accede to a completed agreement negotiated pursuant to this section after entry into force of the agreement if a joint resolution is first enacted approving the accession of that country to the agreement. A bill to which this paragraph applies shall hereafter in this section be referred to as an ``implementing bill''. (B) Provisions specified.--The provisions described in this subparagraph are-- (i) a provision approving a trade agreement entered into under this section and approving the statement of administrative action, if any, proposed to implement such trade agreement; and (ii) if changes in existing laws or new statutory authority are required to implement such trade agreement or agreements, only such provisions as are strictly necessary or appropriate to implement such trade agreement or agreements, either repealing or amending existing laws or providing new statutory authority. 4201). 4203). 4204). (4) The implementation procedures under section 106 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4205). (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement.

This Act may be cited as the ``Trading System Preservation Act''. 2. (a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: (1) The World Trade Organization (in this section referred to as the ``WTO'') was established to be a forum for multilateral trade negotiations between member countries. 3. SEC. NEGOTIATING AND TRADE AGREEMENTS AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (b) Authority for Agreements.-- (1) In general.--To strengthen the economic competitiveness of the United States by improving trade relations with countries similarly interested, the President may enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements in a sector of the economy specified in subsection (d). (5) Any sector that is subject to substantial interference by a foreign government, including through excessive subsidies or state-owned enterprises. 1677(18)). (B) After entry into force.--A foreign country or foreign territory described in subparagraph (A) may accede to a completed agreement negotiated pursuant to this section after entry into force of the agreement if a joint resolution is first enacted approving the accession of that country to the agreement. A bill to which this paragraph applies shall hereafter in this section be referred to as an ``implementing bill''. (B) Provisions specified.--The provisions described in this subparagraph are-- (i) a provision approving a trade agreement entered into under this section and approving the statement of administrative action, if any, proposed to implement such trade agreement; and (ii) if changes in existing laws or new statutory authority are required to implement such trade agreement or agreements, only such provisions as are strictly necessary or appropriate to implement such trade agreement or agreements, either repealing or amending existing laws or providing new statutory authority. 4201). (4) The implementation procedures under section 106 of that Act (19 U.S.C. (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Trading System Preservation Act''. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: (1) The World Trade Organization (in this section referred to as the ``WTO'') was established to be a forum for multilateral trade negotiations between member countries. (2) Scant negotiating progress has been made at the WTO since its creation in 1995, including through the failed Doha Round, which was initiated 20 years before the date of the enactment of this Act. (4) That lack of negotiating progress can be generally attributed to a small minority of WTO members that, for a variety of reasons, have exercised an effective veto over negotiations, effectively prohibiting agreement on new rules to discipline discriminatory practices. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the WTO system affords a variety of flexibilities for WTO members to negotiate and conclude plurilateral agreements without extending the benefits negotiated therein to the entire membership of the WTO on an MFN basis; (2) to reinvigorate the multilateral trading system and advance its trade interests, the United States should exercise its rights to negotiate new sectoral trade agreements with other interested WTO members on a plurilateral basis; (3) to facilitate those negotiations, enable a high level of ambition, and avoid lowest common denominator outcomes, any new benefits negotiated under those new agreements should be limited to the participants and not extended to the entire membership of the WTO; and (4) pursuing plurilateral agreements that are not subject to unconditional MFN will enable the United States to work with like-minded countries within the framework of the WTO to develop new rules to discipline discriminatory, trade distorting, and non-market practices, restore the relevance of the multilateral trading system, and expand trade to the benefit of the citizens of the United States. 3. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. SEC. NEGOTIATING AND TRADE AGREEMENTS AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (b) Authority for Agreements.-- (1) In general.--To strengthen the economic competitiveness of the United States by improving trade relations with countries similarly interested, the President may enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements in a sector of the economy specified in subsection (d). (2) Limitation.--Substantial modifications to, or substantial additional provisions of, an agreement entered into after July 1, 2027, are not covered by the authority under paragraph (1). (2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. (3) Environmental goods. (4) Services. (5) Any sector that is subject to substantial interference by a foreign government, including through excessive subsidies or state-owned enterprises. 1677(18)). (B) After entry into force.--A foreign country or foreign territory described in subparagraph (A) may accede to a completed agreement negotiated pursuant to this section after entry into force of the agreement if a joint resolution is first enacted approving the accession of that country to the agreement. A bill to which this paragraph applies shall hereafter in this section be referred to as an ``implementing bill''. (B) Provisions specified.--The provisions described in this subparagraph are-- (i) a provision approving a trade agreement entered into under this section and approving the statement of administrative action, if any, proposed to implement such trade agreement; and (ii) if changes in existing laws or new statutory authority are required to implement such trade agreement or agreements, only such provisions as are strictly necessary or appropriate to implement such trade agreement or agreements, either repealing or amending existing laws or providing new statutory authority. 4201 et seq.) 4201). (2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). 4204). (4) The implementation procedures under section 106 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4205). (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement.

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Trading System Preservation Act''. 2. FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. (a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings: (1) The World Trade Organization (in this section referred to as the ``WTO'') was established to be a forum for multilateral trade negotiations between member countries. (2) Scant negotiating progress has been made at the WTO since its creation in 1995, including through the failed Doha Round, which was initiated 20 years before the date of the enactment of this Act. (3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. (4) That lack of negotiating progress can be generally attributed to a small minority of WTO members that, for a variety of reasons, have exercised an effective veto over negotiations, effectively prohibiting agreement on new rules to discipline discriminatory practices. (b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that-- (1) the WTO system affords a variety of flexibilities for WTO members to negotiate and conclude plurilateral agreements without extending the benefits negotiated therein to the entire membership of the WTO on an MFN basis; (2) to reinvigorate the multilateral trading system and advance its trade interests, the United States should exercise its rights to negotiate new sectoral trade agreements with other interested WTO members on a plurilateral basis; (3) to facilitate those negotiations, enable a high level of ambition, and avoid lowest common denominator outcomes, any new benefits negotiated under those new agreements should be limited to the participants and not extended to the entire membership of the WTO; and (4) pursuing plurilateral agreements that are not subject to unconditional MFN will enable the United States to work with like-minded countries within the framework of the WTO to develop new rules to discipline discriminatory, trade distorting, and non-market practices, restore the relevance of the multilateral trading system, and expand trade to the benefit of the citizens of the United States. 3. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. SEC. NEGOTIATING AND TRADE AGREEMENTS AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (b) Authority for Agreements.-- (1) In general.--To strengthen the economic competitiveness of the United States by improving trade relations with countries similarly interested, the President may enter into covered plurilateral trade agreements in a sector of the economy specified in subsection (d). (c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). (2) Limitation.--Substantial modifications to, or substantial additional provisions of, an agreement entered into after July 1, 2027, are not covered by the authority under paragraph (1). (2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. (3) Environmental goods. (4) Services. (5) Any sector that is subject to substantial interference by a foreign government, including through excessive subsidies or state-owned enterprises. (e) Consultation With and Notification to Congress.--The President shall consult with Congress regarding, and notify Congress of, the intention of the President to enter into an agreement under subsection (b) or to make a proclamation under subsection (c). 1677(18)). (B) After entry into force.--A foreign country or foreign territory described in subparagraph (A) may accede to a completed agreement negotiated pursuant to this section after entry into force of the agreement if a joint resolution is first enacted approving the accession of that country to the agreement. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. A bill to which this paragraph applies shall hereafter in this section be referred to as an ``implementing bill''. (B) Provisions specified.--The provisions described in this subparagraph are-- (i) a provision approving a trade agreement entered into under this section and approving the statement of administrative action, if any, proposed to implement such trade agreement; and (ii) if changes in existing laws or new statutory authority are required to implement such trade agreement or agreements, only such provisions as are strictly necessary or appropriate to implement such trade agreement or agreements, either repealing or amending existing laws or providing new statutory authority. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 4201). (2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). 4204). (4) The implementation procedures under section 106 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4205). (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement.

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( (5) Most favored nation (in this section referred to as ``MFN'') obligations, strictly defined, which appear to generally require equal treatment of all WTO members, make it difficult to achieve high-quality plurilateral agreements because of concerns about free ridership by WTO members who are not party to those agreements. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( 2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). ( d) Sectors of the Economy Specified.--A sector of the economy specified in this subsection is any of the following sectors: (1) E-commerce and digital services. ( (e) Consultation With and Notification to Congress.--The President shall consult with Congress regarding, and notify Congress of, the intention of the President to enter into an agreement under subsection (b) or to make a proclamation under subsection (c). ( f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. 2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. ( are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). ( 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. ( a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). ( 2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. ( (f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( g) Bills Qualifying for Trade Authorities Procedures.-- (1) Implementing bills.-- (A) In general.--The provisions of section 151 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. ( a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). ( 2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. ( (f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( g) Bills Qualifying for Trade Authorities Procedures.-- (1) Implementing bills.-- (A) In general.--The provisions of section 151 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( (5) Most favored nation (in this section referred to as ``MFN'') obligations, strictly defined, which appear to generally require equal treatment of all WTO members, make it difficult to achieve high-quality plurilateral agreements because of concerns about free ridership by WTO members who are not party to those agreements. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( 2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). ( d) Sectors of the Economy Specified.--A sector of the economy specified in this subsection is any of the following sectors: (1) E-commerce and digital services. ( (e) Consultation With and Notification to Congress.--The President shall consult with Congress regarding, and notify Congress of, the intention of the President to enter into an agreement under subsection (b) or to make a proclamation under subsection (c). ( f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. 2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. ( are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). ( 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. ( a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). ( 2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. ( (f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( g) Bills Qualifying for Trade Authorities Procedures.-- (1) Implementing bills.-- (A) In general.--The provisions of section 151 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( (5) Most favored nation (in this section referred to as ``MFN'') obligations, strictly defined, which appear to generally require equal treatment of all WTO members, make it difficult to achieve high-quality plurilateral agreements because of concerns about free ridership by WTO members who are not party to those agreements. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. (a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( 2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). ( d) Sectors of the Economy Specified.--A sector of the economy specified in this subsection is any of the following sectors: (1) E-commerce and digital services. ( (e) Consultation With and Notification to Congress.--The President shall consult with Congress regarding, and notify Congress of, the intention of the President to enter into an agreement under subsection (b) or to make a proclamation under subsection (c). ( f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. 2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. ( are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). ( 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 3) The inability to reach negotiated outcomes at the WTO has pushed the multilateral trading system to the brink of irrelevance and created incentives for members of the WTO to pursue their trade policy objectives through litigation rather than negotiation. ( BRIEFING ON PLURILATERAL AGREEMENTS WITH BENEFITS APPLYING ONLY TO SIGNATORIES OF THOSE AGREEMENTS. ( a) In General.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the United States Trade Representative shall provide to the Committee on Finance of the Senate and the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives a classified briefing on the feasibility and advisability of pursuing and adopting covered plurilateral trade agreements. ( (2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). ( 2) Pharmaceuticals and medical countermeasures. ( (f) Participating Countries.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may determine which foreign countries or foreign territories to negotiate with toward an agreement under this section and, after the implementation of any such agreement, the President may, as conditions warrant, identify and engage in negotiations with additional countries or territories that wish to accede to the agreement. ( g) Bills Qualifying for Trade Authorities Procedures.-- (1) Implementing bills.-- (A) In general.--The provisions of section 151 of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2191) apply to a bill of either House of Congress which contains provisions described in subparagraph (B) to the same extent as such section 151 applies to implementing bills under that section. (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). ( 2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. ( are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). ( 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. c) Modifications Permitted.-- (1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the President may proclaim such modification or continuance of any existing duty or continuance of existing duty-free or excise treatment as the President determines to be required or appropriate to carry out an agreement entered into under subsection (b). ( (h) Relationship to Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015.--An agreement under this section shall not enter into force with respect to the United States and an implementing bill shall not qualify for trade authorities procedures under subsection (g), including an agreement that does not require changes to United States law or an implementing bill in connection therewith, unless the following requirements under the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4201 et seq.) 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

To provide the President with authority to enter into certain plurilateral trade agreements with benefits only applying to signatories of those agreements, and for other purposes. 2) Most favored nation.--The term ``most favored nation'', with respect to requirements relating to a trade agreement, means requirements under the World Trade Organization for nondiscriminatory trade treatment among all parties to the agreement. (2) Limitation.--The President may not initiate negotiations for a covered plurilateral trade agreement under this section until the date on which the United States Trade Representative provides the briefing required by section 3(a). ( 2) Deadline for submission of bill.--The procedures under paragraph (1) apply to implementing bills submitted with respect to trade agreements entered into under this section before July 1, 2027. ( are carried out with respect to that agreement or implementing bill to the same extent as would be required of an agreement entered into under section 103(b) of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4202(b)), notwithstanding the expiration of authority to enter into an agreement under such section 103(b): (1) The trade negotiating objectives under section 102 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4201). ( 2) The congressional oversight and consultation requirements under section 104 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 4203). (

S.3165

Government Operations and Politics

Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act This bill establishes certain requirements for disbursing unused funds after a federal election. The bill also requires former candidates serving as registered lobbyists or foreign agents to comply with disbursement requirements. Specifically, the bill requires each authorized committee or leadership political action committee (PAC) of a candidate to disburse all unused funds within a specified time period beginning after an election or before the candidate registers as a lobbyist or foreign agent, unless the candidate files to run for office again before the disbursement period begins. A committee or PAC disbursing unspent funds shall first pay any obligations incurred. If funds are left over, the committee or PAC may only disburse the remaining funds for the following purposes: (1) returning funds to donors; and (2) making contributions to nonprofit organizations. The bill generally prohibits disbursements to relatives of the candidate or certain nonprofit organizations related to the candidate. A former candidate must, in order to register as a lobbyist or foreign agent, comply with the disbursement requirements outlined by this bill.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, 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 ``Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act''. SEC. 2. REQUIRING AUTHORIZED COMMITTEES OF CANDIDATES TO DISBURSE UNEXPENDED FUNDS. (a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 303 the following new section: ``SEC. 303A. DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING UNEXPENDED FUNDS. ``(a) Requiring Disbursement.-- ``(1) In general.--Each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate shall, in accordance with subsection (b), disburse all funds of the authorized committee or leadership PAC before the earliest of-- ``(A) the last day of the applicable disbursement period; ``(B) the date on which the candidate first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact that would require registration under section 4 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. In the case of a candidate for Senate, the office sought shall be the Senate office in the class that ends with the term of the office for which such candidate is seeking. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Except as provided in paragraph (3)(A), to make a contribution to an organization described in section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ``(3) Prohibitions.--In disbursing funds pursuant to the requirements of this section, an authorized committee or leadership PAC may not disburse funds during the applicable disbursement period to any of the following: ``(A) Any organization described in section 170(c) (other than an organization described in paragraph (1) thereof) if-- ``(i) the organization was established by the candidate; ``(ii) the organization bears the candidate's name; or ``(iii) the candidate or a relative of the candidate-- ``(I) is employed by such organization; ``(II) is an officer of such organization; or ``(III) performs services (whether paid or unpaid) on behalf of such organization. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). ``(2) Relative.--The term `relative' means, with respect to a candidate, an individual who is related to the candidate as father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, or half sister.''. (b) Conforming Amendment Relating to Permitted Uses of Contributions.--Section 313(a) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30114(a)) is amended by striking ``A contribution'' and inserting ``Subject to section 303A, a contribution''. (c) Effective Date.--The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022 and each succeeding election for Federal office. SEC. 3. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS REGISTERED LOBBYISTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--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; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) in the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. SEC. 4. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--Section 2(a) of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. <all>

Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act

A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes.

Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act

Sen. Bennet, Michael F.

D

CO

This bill establishes certain requirements for disbursing unused funds after a federal election. The bill also requires former candidates serving as registered lobbyists or foreign agents to comply with disbursement requirements. Specifically, the bill requires each authorized committee or leadership political action committee (PAC) of a candidate to disburse all unused funds within a specified time period beginning after an election or before the candidate registers as a lobbyist or foreign agent, unless the candidate files to run for office again before the disbursement period begins. A committee or PAC disbursing unspent funds shall first pay any obligations incurred. If funds are left over, the committee or PAC may only disburse the remaining funds for the following purposes: (1) returning funds to donors; and (2) making contributions to nonprofit organizations. The bill generally prohibits disbursements to relatives of the candidate or certain nonprofit organizations related to the candidate. A former candidate must, in order to register as a lobbyist or foreign agent, comply with the disbursement requirements outlined by this bill.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, 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. 2. 30101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 303 the following new section: ``SEC. 303A. DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING UNEXPENDED FUNDS. 612). In the case of a candidate for Senate, the office sought shall be the Senate office in the class that ends with the term of the office for which such candidate is seeking. ``(3) Prohibitions.--In disbursing funds pursuant to the requirements of this section, an authorized committee or leadership PAC may not disburse funds during the applicable disbursement period to any of the following: ``(A) Any organization described in section 170(c) (other than an organization described in paragraph (1) thereof) if-- ``(i) the organization was established by the candidate; ``(ii) the organization bears the candidate's name; or ``(iii) the candidate or a relative of the candidate-- ``(I) is employed by such organization; ``(II) is an officer of such organization; or ``(III) performs services (whether paid or unpaid) on behalf of such organization. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(2) Relative.--The term `relative' means, with respect to a candidate, an individual who is related to the candidate as father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, or half sister.''. (b) Conforming Amendment Relating to Permitted Uses of Contributions.--Section 313(a) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30114(a)) is amended by striking ``A contribution'' and inserting ``Subject to section 303A, a contribution''. 3. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS REGISTERED LOBBYISTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--Section 4(b) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, 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. 2. is amended by inserting after section 303 the following new section: ``SEC. 303A. DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING UNEXPENDED FUNDS. 612). ``(3) Prohibitions.--In disbursing funds pursuant to the requirements of this section, an authorized committee or leadership PAC may not disburse funds during the applicable disbursement period to any of the following: ``(A) Any organization described in section 170(c) (other than an organization described in paragraph (1) thereof) if-- ``(i) the organization was established by the candidate; ``(ii) the organization bears the candidate's name; or ``(iii) the candidate or a relative of the candidate-- ``(I) is employed by such organization; ``(II) is an officer of such organization; or ``(III) performs services (whether paid or unpaid) on behalf of such organization. ``(2) Relative.--The term `relative' means, with respect to a candidate, an individual who is related to the candidate as father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, or half sister.''. 30114(a)) is amended by striking ``A contribution'' and inserting ``Subject to section 303A, a contribution''. 3. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS REGISTERED LOBBYISTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--Section 4(b) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, 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 ``Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act''. 2. 30101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 303 the following new section: ``SEC. 303A. DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING UNEXPENDED FUNDS. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. In the case of a candidate for Senate, the office sought shall be the Senate office in the class that ends with the term of the office for which such candidate is seeking. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Except as provided in paragraph (3)(A), to make a contribution to an organization described in section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ``(3) Prohibitions.--In disbursing funds pursuant to the requirements of this section, an authorized committee or leadership PAC may not disburse funds during the applicable disbursement period to any of the following: ``(A) Any organization described in section 170(c) (other than an organization described in paragraph (1) thereof) if-- ``(i) the organization was established by the candidate; ``(ii) the organization bears the candidate's name; or ``(iii) the candidate or a relative of the candidate-- ``(I) is employed by such organization; ``(II) is an officer of such organization; or ``(III) performs services (whether paid or unpaid) on behalf of such organization. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). ``(2) Relative.--The term `relative' means, with respect to a candidate, an individual who is related to the candidate as father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, or half sister.''. (b) Conforming Amendment Relating to Permitted Uses of Contributions.--Section 313(a) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30114(a)) is amended by striking ``A contribution'' and inserting ``Subject to section 303A, a contribution''. 3. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS REGISTERED LOBBYISTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--Section 4(b) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, 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 ``Zeroing Out Money for Buying Influence after Elections (ZOMBIE) Act''. 2. 30101 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 303 the following new section: ``SEC. 303A. DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING UNEXPENDED FUNDS. ``(a) Requiring Disbursement.-- ``(1) In general.--Each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate shall, in accordance with subsection (b), disburse all funds of the authorized committee or leadership PAC before the earliest of-- ``(A) the last day of the applicable disbursement period; ``(B) the date on which the candidate first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact that would require registration under section 4 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. In the case of a candidate for Senate, the office sought shall be the Senate office in the class that ends with the term of the office for which such candidate is seeking. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Except as provided in paragraph (3)(A), to make a contribution to an organization described in section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. ``(3) Prohibitions.--In disbursing funds pursuant to the requirements of this section, an authorized committee or leadership PAC may not disburse funds during the applicable disbursement period to any of the following: ``(A) Any organization described in section 170(c) (other than an organization described in paragraph (1) thereof) if-- ``(i) the organization was established by the candidate; ``(ii) the organization bears the candidate's name; or ``(iii) the candidate or a relative of the candidate-- ``(I) is employed by such organization; ``(II) is an officer of such organization; or ``(III) performs services (whether paid or unpaid) on behalf of such organization. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). ``(2) Relative.--The term `relative' means, with respect to a candidate, an individual who is related to the candidate as father, mother, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, or half sister.''. (b) Conforming Amendment Relating to Permitted Uses of Contributions.--Section 313(a) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 30114(a)) is amended by striking ``A contribution'' and inserting ``Subject to section 303A, a contribution''. 3. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS REGISTERED LOBBYISTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. (a) Certification of Compliance.--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; (2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by inserting after paragraph (7) the following: ``(8) in the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. ``(a) Requiring Disbursement.-- ``(1) In general.--Each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate shall, in accordance with subsection (b), disburse all funds of the authorized committee or leadership PAC before the earliest of-- ``(A) the last day of the applicable disbursement period; ``(B) the date on which the candidate first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact that would require registration under section 4 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. ( 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. ``(a) Requiring Disbursement.-- ``(1) In general.--Each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate shall, in accordance with subsection (b), disburse all funds of the authorized committee or leadership PAC before the earliest of-- ``(A) the last day of the applicable disbursement period; ``(B) the date on which the candidate first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact that would require registration under section 4 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. ( 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. ``(a) Requiring Disbursement.-- ``(1) In general.--Each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate shall, in accordance with subsection (b), disburse all funds of the authorized committee or leadership PAC before the earliest of-- ``(A) the last day of the applicable disbursement period; ``(B) the date on which the candidate first makes a lobbying contact or is employed or retained to make a lobbying contact that would require registration under section 4 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1603); or ``(C) the date on which the candidate becomes an agent of a foreign principal that would require registration under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 612). ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. ( 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. ( b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. ( 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. (

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. a) Requiring Disbursement.--Title III of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (52 U.S.C. 30101 et seq.) ``(3) Applicable disbursement period.--In this subsection, the `applicable disbursement period' is, with respect to a candidate seeking election for an office, the 6-month period which begins on the day after the latest date on which an individual may provide the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for such office. ``(2) Other permitted disbursements.--Notwithstanding section 313(a), if, after disbursing all of the funds necessary to pay obligations under paragraph (1), funds of a committee or PAC remain unexpended, the committee or PAC may only disburse such remaining funds for the following purposes: ``(A) To return to any person a contribution the person made to the committee or PAC. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. ``(c) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Leadership pac.--The term `leadership PAC' has the meaning given such term in section 304(i)(8)(B). (b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 4(a) of the Lobbying Disclosure Act on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022. b) Effective Date.--The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply with respect to registration statements filed under section 2 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended on or after the date of the regularly scheduled general election for Federal office held in November 2022.

To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require each authorized committee or leadership PAC of a former candidate for election for Federal office to disburse all of the remaining funds of the committee or PAC after the election, and for other purposes. ``(2) Exception for candidates in next election.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to the authorized committee or leadership PAC of a candidate who, prior to the first day of the applicable disbursement period, provides the appropriate State election official with the information and fees (if any) required under State law for the individual to qualify as a candidate for the next election for the office sought by the candidate or the next election for another Federal office. ``(b) Rules for Disbursement of Funds.--Any funds to which subsection (a) applies that are disbursed on or after the first day of the applicable disbursement period shall be disbursed as follows: ``(1) Payment of obligations.--An authorized committee or leadership PAC shall first pay obligations incurred in connection with the operation of the committee. ``(B) Any relative of the candidate unless the funds are disbursed to pay an obligation of the committee as described in paragraph (1) which is reported by the committee or PAC as a disbursement under section 304(b)(5) or which would be so reported if the amount of the disbursement were in excess of $200. REQUIRING FORMER CANDIDATES SERVING AS FOREIGN AGENTS TO CERTIFY COMPLIANCE WITH DISBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS. ( 612(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``(12) In the case of an individual who was a candidate for election for Federal office, a certification (under penalty of perjury) that each authorized committee and leadership PAC (as defined in section 304(i)(8)(B) of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971) of the individual is in compliance with section 303A of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 (relating to the disbursement of funds of the committee or leadership PAC which remain unexpended after the date of the election).''. (

S.4449

Health

Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act This bill modifies provisions relating to Medicare payment rates for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, including by requiring payment rates for certain widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests to be based on a statistical sampling of private sector rates.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, 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 ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. SEC. 2. MODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICARE CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY TESTS. (a) Use of Statistical Sampling for Widely Available Clinical Diagnostic Laboratory Tests.-- (1) In general.--Section 1834A(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Subject to subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Use of statistical sampling for widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), with respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, in the case of a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as defined in clause (iii)), in lieu of requiring the reporting of applicable information from each applicable laboratory, the Secretary shall require the collection and reporting of applicable information from a statistically valid sample of applicable laboratories for each such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(II) Representative sampling.-- The methodology under subclause (I) for a statistically valid sample under clause (i) shall, for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test-- ``(aa) provide for a sample that allows for the payment amounts established under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for such a test to be representative of rates paid by private payors to applicable laboratories receiving payment under this section, including independent laboratories, hospital laboratories, hospital outreach laboratories, and physician office laboratories that furnish the widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test; ``(bb) include applicable information (as defined in paragraph (3)) with respect to such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test from such different types of applicable laboratories; and ``(cc) be of sufficient size to accurately and proportionally represent the range of private payor payment rates received by each such type of applicable laboratory weighted according to the utilization rates of each type of applicable laboratory for the widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(IV) Publication of list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and notification to applicable laboratories required to report applicable information.--Not later than September 30 of the year immediately preceding each data collection period (as defined in paragraph (4)), the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and shall directly notify applicable laboratories required to report applicable information under this subsection. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. (2) Delays to revised reporting periods and reporting period frequency.-- (A) In general.--Section 1834A(a)(1)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. (B) Conforming change to definition of data collection period.--Section 1834A(a)(4)(B) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(4)(B)) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2019'' and inserting ``January 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025''. (b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. (c) Modifications to Applicable Information Reported.-- (1) Medicaid managed care rates.--Section 1834A(a)(8)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. (2) Authority to exclude manual remittances.--Section 1834A(a)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(a)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subject to subparagraph (B),'' and inserting ``subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Exclusion of manual remittances.--An applicable laboratory for which less than 10 percent of its total paid claims during a data collection period are paid by private payors by means other than an electronic standard transaction (as defined in section 162.103 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation)) may exclude from the definition of applicable information under this paragraph payments made by private payors that are not made through an electronic standard transaction.''. (d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``for each of 2017 through 2025'' and inserting ``for 2017 and each succeeding year''; and (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (ii) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) for 2023, 0 percent; ``(iv) for 2024, 2.5 percent; and ``(v) for 2025 and each subsequent year, 5 percent.''. (2) Annual cap on payment rate increases.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(b)(3)), as amended by paragraph (1), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``test for 2017 and each succeeding year--'' and inserting ``test-- ``(i) for 2017 and each succeeding year''; (ii) in clause (i), as added by clause (i) of this subparagraph, by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(ii) for 2023 and each succeeding year, shall not result in an increase in payments for a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for the year of greater than the applicable percent (as defined in subparagraph (D)) of the amount of payment for the test for the preceding year.''; (B) in subparagraph (B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ``In this paragraph'' and inserting ``In clause (i) of subparagraph (A)''; and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(D) Definition of applicable percent for purposes of annual cap on payment increases.--In clause (ii) of subparagraph (A), the term `applicable percent' means the following: ``(i) Widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test-- ``(I) for 2023, 2.5 percent; ``(II) for 2024, 2.5 percent; ``(III) for 2025, 3.75 percent; ``(IV) for 2026, 3.75 percent; and ``(V) for 2027 and each subsequent year, 5 percent. ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. (3) Conforming amendment.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended in the heading by striking ``reductions'' and inserting ``medicare payment changes''. (e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (2) The Secretary of Health and Human Services may implement the amendments made by subsection (d) through interim final rulemaking, program instruction, or otherwise. <all>

Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes.

Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act

Sen. Burr, Richard

R

NC

This bill modifies provisions relating to Medicare payment rates for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, including by requiring payment rates for certain widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests to be based on a statistical sampling of private sector rates.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. 1395m-1(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Subject to subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Use of statistical sampling for widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), with respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, in the case of a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as defined in clause (iii)), in lieu of requiring the reporting of applicable information from each applicable laboratory, the Secretary shall require the collection and reporting of applicable information from a statistically valid sample of applicable laboratories for each such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. 1395m-1(a)(4)(B)) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2019'' and inserting ``January 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025''. (c) Modifications to Applicable Information Reported.-- (1) Medicaid managed care rates.--Section 1834A(a)(8)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(b)(3)), as amended by paragraph (1), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``test for 2017 and each succeeding year--'' and inserting ``test-- ``(i) for 2017 and each succeeding year''; (ii) in clause (i), as added by clause (i) of this subparagraph, by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(ii) for 2023 and each succeeding year, shall not result in an increase in payments for a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for the year of greater than the applicable percent (as defined in subparagraph (D)) of the amount of payment for the test for the preceding year. ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended in the heading by striking ``reductions'' and inserting ``medicare payment changes''. (e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking.

SHORT TITLE. 2. 1395m-1(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Subject to subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Use of statistical sampling for widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), with respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, in the case of a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as defined in clause (iii)), in lieu of requiring the reporting of applicable information from each applicable laboratory, the Secretary shall require the collection and reporting of applicable information from a statistically valid sample of applicable laboratories for each such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. 1395m-1(a)(4)(B)) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2019'' and inserting ``January 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025''. (c) Modifications to Applicable Information Reported.-- (1) Medicaid managed care rates.--Section 1834A(a)(8)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(b)(3)), as amended by paragraph (1), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``test for 2017 and each succeeding year--'' and inserting ``test-- ``(i) for 2017 and each succeeding year''; (ii) in clause (i), as added by clause (i) of this subparagraph, by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(ii) for 2023 and each succeeding year, shall not result in an increase in payments for a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for the year of greater than the applicable percent (as defined in subparagraph (D)) of the amount of payment for the test for the preceding year. ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended in the heading by striking ``reductions'' and inserting ``medicare payment changes''. (e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, 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 ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. SEC. 2. 1395m-1(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Subject to subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Use of statistical sampling for widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), with respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, in the case of a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as defined in clause (iii)), in lieu of requiring the reporting of applicable information from each applicable laboratory, the Secretary shall require the collection and reporting of applicable information from a statistically valid sample of applicable laboratories for each such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. 1395m-1(a)(4)(B)) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2019'' and inserting ``January 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025''. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. (c) Modifications to Applicable Information Reported.-- (1) Medicaid managed care rates.--Section 1834A(a)(8)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(a)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subject to subparagraph (B),'' and inserting ``subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Exclusion of manual remittances.--An applicable laboratory for which less than 10 percent of its total paid claims during a data collection period are paid by private payors by means other than an electronic standard transaction (as defined in section 162.103 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation)) may exclude from the definition of applicable information under this paragraph payments made by private payors that are not made through an electronic standard transaction.''. (d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(b)(3)), as amended by paragraph (1), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``test for 2017 and each succeeding year--'' and inserting ``test-- ``(i) for 2017 and each succeeding year''; (ii) in clause (i), as added by clause (i) of this subparagraph, by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(ii) for 2023 and each succeeding year, shall not result in an increase in payments for a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for the year of greater than the applicable percent (as defined in subparagraph (D)) of the amount of payment for the test for the preceding year. ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended in the heading by striking ``reductions'' and inserting ``medicare payment changes''. (e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, 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 ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. SEC. 2. 1395m-1(a)(1)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Subject to subparagraph (B)'' and inserting ``Subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Use of statistical sampling for widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.-- ``(i) In general.--Subject to clause (ii), with respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2026, in the case of a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as defined in clause (iii)), in lieu of requiring the reporting of applicable information from each applicable laboratory, the Secretary shall require the collection and reporting of applicable information from a statistically valid sample of applicable laboratories for each such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(II) Representative sampling.-- The methodology under subclause (I) for a statistically valid sample under clause (i) shall, for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test-- ``(aa) provide for a sample that allows for the payment amounts established under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for such a test to be representative of rates paid by private payors to applicable laboratories receiving payment under this section, including independent laboratories, hospital laboratories, hospital outreach laboratories, and physician office laboratories that furnish the widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test; ``(bb) include applicable information (as defined in paragraph (3)) with respect to such widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test from such different types of applicable laboratories; and ``(cc) be of sufficient size to accurately and proportionally represent the range of private payor payment rates received by each such type of applicable laboratory weighted according to the utilization rates of each type of applicable laboratory for the widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(IV) Publication of list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and notification to applicable laboratories required to report applicable information.--Not later than September 30 of the year immediately preceding each data collection period (as defined in paragraph (4)), the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and shall directly notify applicable laboratories required to report applicable information under this subsection. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. 1395m-1(a)(4)(B)) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2019'' and inserting ``January 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2025''. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. (c) Modifications to Applicable Information Reported.-- (1) Medicaid managed care rates.--Section 1834A(a)(8)(C) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(a)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subject to subparagraph (B),'' and inserting ``subject to subparagraphs (B) and (C)''; and (B) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) Exclusion of manual remittances.--An applicable laboratory for which less than 10 percent of its total paid claims during a data collection period are paid by private payors by means other than an electronic standard transaction (as defined in section 162.103 of title 45, Code of Federal Regulations (or any successor regulation)) may exclude from the definition of applicable information under this paragraph payments made by private payors that are not made through an electronic standard transaction.''. (d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m- 1(b)(3)), as amended by paragraph (1), is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A)-- (i) by striking ``test for 2017 and each succeeding year--'' and inserting ``test-- ``(i) for 2017 and each succeeding year''; (ii) in clause (i), as added by clause (i) of this subparagraph, by striking the period and inserting ``; and''; and (iii) by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(ii) for 2023 and each succeeding year, shall not result in an increase in payments for a clinical diagnostic laboratory test for the year of greater than the applicable percent (as defined in subparagraph (D)) of the amount of payment for the test for the preceding year. ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended in the heading by striking ``reductions'' and inserting ``medicare payment changes''. (e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking.

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(IV) Publication of list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and notification to applicable laboratories required to report applicable information.--Not later than September 30 of the year immediately preceding each data collection period (as defined in paragraph (4)), the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and shall directly notify applicable laboratories required to report applicable information under this subsection. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. ( d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``for each of 2017 through 2025'' and inserting ``for 2017 and each succeeding year''; and (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (ii) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) for 2023, 0 percent; ``(iv) for 2024, 2.5 percent; and ``(v) for 2025 and each subsequent year, 5 percent.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(IV) Publication of list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and notification to applicable laboratories required to report applicable information.--Not later than September 30 of the year immediately preceding each data collection period (as defined in paragraph (4)), the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and shall directly notify applicable laboratories required to report applicable information under this subsection. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. ( d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``for each of 2017 through 2025'' and inserting ``for 2017 and each succeeding year''; and (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (ii) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) for 2023, 0 percent; ``(iv) for 2024, 2.5 percent; and ``(v) for 2025 and each subsequent year, 5 percent.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. This Act may be cited as the ``Saving Access to Laboratory Services Act''. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(IV) Publication of list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and notification to applicable laboratories required to report applicable information.--Not later than September 30 of the year immediately preceding each data collection period (as defined in paragraph (4)), the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a list of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory tests and shall directly notify applicable laboratories required to report applicable information under this subsection. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. ( d) Modification to Limits on Payment Reductions; Imposition of Annual Cap on Payment Increases.-- (1) Payment reduction limits.--Section 1834A(b)(3) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(b)(3)) is amended-- (A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``for each of 2017 through 2025'' and inserting ``for 2017 and each succeeding year''; and (B) in subparagraph (B)-- (i) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end; and (ii) by striking clause (iii) and inserting the following: ``(iii) for 2023, 0 percent; ``(iv) for 2024, 2.5 percent; and ``(v) for 2025 and each subsequent year, 5 percent.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(III) Least burdensome data collection and reporting processes.-- The methodology developed by the Secretary shall be designed to reduce administrative burdens of data collection and reporting on applicable laboratories and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to the greatest extent practicable. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. ``(II) Number of laboratories performing the test.--The number of applicable laboratories receiving payments under this section for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test (as determined by the Secretary using the national provider identifier of the provider of services or supplier on the claim submitted for payment under this part for such test) exceeds 100.''. ( b) Elimination of Majority of Medicare Revenues Test.--The first sentence of section 1834A(a)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( ``(ii) Other clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.--With respect to a clinical diagnostic laboratory test not described in clause (i), 5 percent.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. ( ( 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(2)) is amended by striking ``In this section'' and all that follows through the period and inserting the following: ``Notwithstanding determinations of applicable laboratories made prior to January 1, 2024, the term `applicable laboratory' means a laboratory that receives at least $12,500 in payments under this section during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the applicable data collection period.''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve the accuracy of market-based Medicare payment for clinical diagnostic laboratory services, to reduce administrative burdens in the collection of data, and for other purposes. ``(ii) Requirements for statistical sampling.-- ``(I) In general.--The Secretary, in consultation with stakeholders, shall develop a methodology for a statistically valid sample under clause (i), using the maximal brewer selection method, as described in the June 2021 Medicare Payment Access Commission Report to the Congress, to establish the payment amount for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test under paragraph (2) of subsection (b) for each applicable HCPCS code for a widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test. ``(iii) Definition of widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test.--In this subparagraph, the term `widely available clinical diagnostic laboratory test' means a clinical diagnostic laboratory test that meets both of the following criteria during the first 6 months of the calendar year immediately preceding the data collection period applicable to the sample to be collected: ``(I) Payment rate.--The payment amount determined for the clinical diagnostic laboratory test under this section is less than $1,000 per test. 1395m-1(a)(1)(B)) is amended-- (i) in clause (i), by striking ``December 31, 2022'' and inserting ``December 31, 2024''; (ii) in clause (ii), by striking ``beginning January 1, 2023, and ending March 31, 2023'' and inserting ``beginning January 1, 2026, and ending March 31, 2026''; and (iii) in clause (iii) by striking ``every three years'' and inserting ``every four years''. ( ( 1395m-1(a)(8)(C)) is amended by striking ``A medicaid managed care organization'' and inserting ``With respect to data collection periods for reporting periods beginning before January 1, 2026, a medicaid managed care organization (as defined in section 1903(m))''. ( e) Regulations.--(1) Not later than December 31, 2023, the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall implement the amendments made by this section (other than subsection (d)) through notice and comment rulemaking. (

S.1541

Science, Technology, Communications

Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022 This act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure that rates and charges for payphone services or other calling devices, including advanced (e.g., audio or video) communications services in correctional institutions, are just and reasonable. When promulgating regulations or otherwise implementing this act, the FCC (1) may use industry-wide average costs related to providing telephone and advanced communications services, and (2) must consider costs for safety and security measures related to providing communications services in correctional facilities.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 6156]] Public Law 117-338 117th Congress An Act To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission to ensure just and reasonable charges for telephone and advanced communications services in correctional and detention facilities. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 47 USC 609 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 276 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 276) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(1)(A)-- (A) by striking ``per call''; (B) by inserting ``, and all rates and charges are just and reasonable,'' after ``fairly compensated''; (C) by striking ``each and every''; (D) by striking ``call using'' and inserting ``communications using''; and (E) by inserting ``or other calling device'' after ``payphone''; and (2) in subsection (d), by inserting ``and advanced communications services described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (D), and (E) of section 3(1)'' after ``inmate telephone service''. (b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. (c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. SEC. 3. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Rulemaking. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> --Not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal [[Page 136 STAT. 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (b) Use of Data.--In implementing this Act and the amendments made by this Act, including by promulgating regulations under subsection (a) and determining just and reasonable rates, the Federal Communications Commission-- (1) may use industry-wide average costs of telephone service and advanced communications services and the average costs of service of a communications service provider; and (2) shall consider costs associated with any safety and security measures necessary to provide a service described in paragraph (1) and differences in the costs described in paragraph (1) by small, medium, or large facilities or other characteristics. SEC. 4. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> EFFECT ON OTHER LAWS. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to modify or affect any Federal, State, or local law to require telephone service or advanced communications services at a State or local prison, jail, or detention facility or prohibit the implementation of any safety and security measures related to such services at such facilities. Approved January 5, 2023. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1541: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 22, considered and passed House. <all>

Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission to ensure just and reasonable charges for telephone and advanced communications services in correctional and detention facilities.

Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022 Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022 Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2021

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This act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure that rates and charges for payphone services or other calling devices, including advanced (e.g., audio or video) communications services in correctional institutions, are just and reasonable. When promulgating regulations or otherwise implementing this act, the FCC (1) may use industry-wide average costs related to providing telephone and advanced communications services, and (2) must consider costs for safety and security measures related to providing communications services in correctional facilities.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 47 USC 609 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022''. 2. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS. 276) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(1)(A)-- (A) by striking ``per call''; (B) by inserting ``, and all rates and charges are just and reasonable,'' after ``fairly compensated''; (C) by striking ``each and every''; (D) by striking ``call using'' and inserting ``communications using''; and (E) by inserting ``or other calling device'' after ``payphone''; and (2) in subsection (d), by inserting ``and advanced communications services described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (D), and (E) of section 3(1)'' after ``inmate telephone service''. (b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Rulemaking. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> --Not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal [[Page 136 STAT. 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (b) Use of Data.--In implementing this Act and the amendments made by this Act, including by promulgating regulations under subsection (a) and determining just and reasonable rates, the Federal Communications Commission-- (1) may use industry-wide average costs of telephone service and advanced communications services and the average costs of service of a communications service provider; and (2) shall consider costs associated with any safety and security measures necessary to provide a service described in paragraph (1) and differences in the costs described in paragraph (1) by small, medium, or large facilities or other characteristics. SEC. 4. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to modify or affect any Federal, State, or local law to require telephone service or advanced communications services at a State or local prison, jail, or detention facility or prohibit the implementation of any safety and security measures related to such services at such facilities. Approved January 5, 2023. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1541: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. This Act may be cited as the ``Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022''. 2. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS. 276) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(1)(A)-- (A) by striking ``per call''; (B) by inserting ``, and all rates and charges are just and reasonable,'' after ``fairly compensated''; (C) by striking ``each and every''; (D) by striking ``call using'' and inserting ``communications using''; and (E) by inserting ``or other calling device'' after ``payphone''; and (2) in subsection (d), by inserting ``and advanced communications services described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (D), and (E) of section 3(1)'' after ``inmate telephone service''. (b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Rulemaking. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> --Not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal [[Page 136 STAT. 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. SEC. 4. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to modify or affect any Federal, State, or local law to require telephone service or advanced communications services at a State or local prison, jail, or detention facility or prohibit the implementation of any safety and security measures related to such services at such facilities. Approved January 5, 2023. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1541: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 6156]] Public Law 117-338 117th Congress An Act To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission to ensure just and reasonable charges for telephone and advanced communications services in correctional and detention facilities. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 47 USC 609 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 276 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 276) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(1)(A)-- (A) by striking ``per call''; (B) by inserting ``, and all rates and charges are just and reasonable,'' after ``fairly compensated''; (C) by striking ``each and every''; (D) by striking ``call using'' and inserting ``communications using''; and (E) by inserting ``or other calling device'' after ``payphone''; and (2) in subsection (d), by inserting ``and advanced communications services described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (D), and (E) of section 3(1)'' after ``inmate telephone service''. (b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. (c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. SEC. 3. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Rulemaking. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> --Not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal [[Page 136 STAT. 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (b) Use of Data.--In implementing this Act and the amendments made by this Act, including by promulgating regulations under subsection (a) and determining just and reasonable rates, the Federal Communications Commission-- (1) may use industry-wide average costs of telephone service and advanced communications services and the average costs of service of a communications service provider; and (2) shall consider costs associated with any safety and security measures necessary to provide a service described in paragraph (1) and differences in the costs described in paragraph (1) by small, medium, or large facilities or other characteristics. SEC. 4. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> EFFECT ON OTHER LAWS. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to modify or affect any Federal, State, or local law to require telephone service or advanced communications services at a State or local prison, jail, or detention facility or prohibit the implementation of any safety and security measures related to such services at such facilities. Approved January 5, 2023. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1541: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 22, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. 6156]] Public Law 117-338 117th Congress An Act To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission to ensure just and reasonable charges for telephone and advanced communications services in correctional and detention facilities. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022.>> SECTION 1. <<NOTE: 47 USC 609 note.>> SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS. (a) In General.--Section 276 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 276) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)(1)(A)-- (A) by striking ``per call''; (B) by inserting ``, and all rates and charges are just and reasonable,'' after ``fairly compensated''; (C) by striking ``each and every''; (D) by striking ``call using'' and inserting ``communications using''; and (E) by inserting ``or other calling device'' after ``payphone''; and (2) in subsection (d), by inserting ``and advanced communications services described in subparagraphs (A), (B), (D), and (E) of section 3(1)'' after ``inmate telephone service''. (b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. (c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. SEC. 3. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION. (a) Rulemaking. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> --Not earlier than 18 months and not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Federal [[Page 136 STAT. 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. (b) Use of Data.--In implementing this Act and the amendments made by this Act, including by promulgating regulations under subsection (a) and determining just and reasonable rates, the Federal Communications Commission-- (1) may use industry-wide average costs of telephone service and advanced communications services and the average costs of service of a communications service provider; and (2) shall consider costs associated with any safety and security measures necessary to provide a service described in paragraph (1) and differences in the costs described in paragraph (1) by small, medium, or large facilities or other characteristics. SEC. 4. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note.>> EFFECT ON OTHER LAWS. Nothing in this Act shall be construed to modify or affect any Federal, State, or local law to require telephone service or advanced communications services at a State or local prison, jail, or detention facility or prohibit the implementation of any safety and security measures related to such services at such facilities. Approved January 5, 2023. LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--S. 1541: --------------------------------------------------------------------------- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate. Dec. 22, considered and passed House. <all>

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. b) Definition of Advanced Communications Services.--Section 3(1) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( 6157]] Communications Commission shall promulgate any regulations necessary to implement this Act and the amendments made by this Act. ( 168 (2022): Dec. 21, considered and passed Senate.

[117th Congress Public Law 338] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [[Page 136 STAT. <<NOTE: Jan. 5, 2023 - [S. 1541]>> Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Martha Wright- Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022. 153(1)) is amended-- (1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the end; (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(E) any audio or video communications service used by inmates for the purpose of communicating with individuals outside the correctional institution where the inmate is held, regardless of technology used.''. ( c) Application of the Act.--Section 2(b) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 152(b)) is amended by inserting ``section 276,'' after ``sections 223 through 227, inclusive,''. <<NOTE: 47 USC 152 note. Dec. 22, considered and passed House.

H.R.2928

Energy

Cyber Sense Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system. The bulk-power system includes facilities and control systems necessary for operating an interconnected electric energy transmission network.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, 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 ``Cyber Sense Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CYBER SENSE. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (b) Program Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of Energy shall-- (1) establish a testing process under the Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, including products relating to industrial control systems and operational technologies, such as supervisory control and data acquisition systems; (2) for products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program, establish and maintain cybersecurity vulnerability reporting processes and a related database; (3) provide technical assistance to electric utilities, product manufacturers, and other electricity sector stakeholders to develop solutions to mitigate identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program; (4) biennially review products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program for cybersecurity vulnerabilities and provide analysis with respect to how such products and technologies respond to and mitigate cyber threats; (5) develop guidance, that is informed by analysis and testing results under the Cyber Sense program, for electric utilities for procurement of products and technologies; (6) provide reasonable notice to the public, and solicit comments from the public, prior to establishing or revising the testing process under the Cyber Sense program; (7) oversee testing of products and technologies under the Cyber Sense program; and (8) consider incentives to encourage the use of analysis and results of testing under the Cyber Sense program in the design of products and technologies for use in the bulk-power system. (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. (d) Federal Government Liability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the commencement of an action against the United States Government with respect to the testing of a product or technology under the Cyber Sense program. Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

Cyber Sense Act of 2021

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes.

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Rep. Latta, Robert E.

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This bill requires the Department of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system. The bulk-power system includes facilities and control systems necessary for operating an interconnected electric energy transmission network.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, 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 ``Cyber Sense Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CYBER SENSE. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (b) Program Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of Energy shall-- (1) establish a testing process under the Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, including products relating to industrial control systems and operational technologies, such as supervisory control and data acquisition systems; (2) for products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program, establish and maintain cybersecurity vulnerability reporting processes and a related database; (3) provide technical assistance to electric utilities, product manufacturers, and other electricity sector stakeholders to develop solutions to mitigate identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program; (4) biennially review products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program for cybersecurity vulnerabilities and provide analysis with respect to how such products and technologies respond to and mitigate cyber threats; (5) develop guidance, that is informed by analysis and testing results under the Cyber Sense program, for electric utilities for procurement of products and technologies; (6) provide reasonable notice to the public, and solicit comments from the public, prior to establishing or revising the testing process under the Cyber Sense program; (7) oversee testing of products and technologies under the Cyber Sense program; and (8) consider incentives to encourage the use of analysis and results of testing under the Cyber Sense program in the design of products and technologies for use in the bulk-power system. (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. (d) Federal Government Liability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the commencement of an action against the United States Government with respect to the testing of a product or technology under the Cyber Sense program. Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. SHORT TITLE. SEC. 2. CYBER SENSE. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. (d) Federal Government Liability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the commencement of an action against the United States Government with respect to the testing of a product or technology under the Cyber Sense program. Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, 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 ``Cyber Sense Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CYBER SENSE. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (b) Program Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of Energy shall-- (1) establish a testing process under the Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, including products relating to industrial control systems and operational technologies, such as supervisory control and data acquisition systems; (2) for products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program, establish and maintain cybersecurity vulnerability reporting processes and a related database; (3) provide technical assistance to electric utilities, product manufacturers, and other electricity sector stakeholders to develop solutions to mitigate identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program; (4) biennially review products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program for cybersecurity vulnerabilities and provide analysis with respect to how such products and technologies respond to and mitigate cyber threats; (5) develop guidance, that is informed by analysis and testing results under the Cyber Sense program, for electric utilities for procurement of products and technologies; (6) provide reasonable notice to the public, and solicit comments from the public, prior to establishing or revising the testing process under the Cyber Sense program; (7) oversee testing of products and technologies under the Cyber Sense program; and (8) consider incentives to encourage the use of analysis and results of testing under the Cyber Sense program in the design of products and technologies for use in the bulk-power system. (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. (d) Federal Government Liability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the commencement of an action against the United States Government with respect to the testing of a product or technology under the Cyber Sense program. Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, 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 ``Cyber Sense Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. CYBER SENSE. (a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (b) Program Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of Energy shall-- (1) establish a testing process under the Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, including products relating to industrial control systems and operational technologies, such as supervisory control and data acquisition systems; (2) for products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program, establish and maintain cybersecurity vulnerability reporting processes and a related database; (3) provide technical assistance to electric utilities, product manufacturers, and other electricity sector stakeholders to develop solutions to mitigate identified cybersecurity vulnerabilities in products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program; (4) biennially review products and technologies tested under the Cyber Sense program for cybersecurity vulnerabilities and provide analysis with respect to how such products and technologies respond to and mitigate cyber threats; (5) develop guidance, that is informed by analysis and testing results under the Cyber Sense program, for electric utilities for procurement of products and technologies; (6) provide reasonable notice to the public, and solicit comments from the public, prior to establishing or revising the testing process under the Cyber Sense program; (7) oversee testing of products and technologies under the Cyber Sense program; and (8) consider incentives to encourage the use of analysis and results of testing under the Cyber Sense program in the design of products and technologies for use in the bulk-power system. (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. (d) Federal Government Liability.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize the commencement of an action against the United States Government with respect to the testing of a product or technology under the Cyber Sense program. Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021. Attest: CHERYL L. JOHNSON, Clerk.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). ( (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). ( (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). ( (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). ( (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). ( (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, and for other purposes. a) In General.--The Secretary of Energy, in coordination with relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a voluntary Cyber Sense program to test the cybersecurity of products and technologies intended for use in the bulk-power system, as defined in section 215(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o(a)). (c) Disclosure of Information.--Any cybersecurity vulnerability reported pursuant to a process established under subsection (b)(2), the disclosure of which the Secretary of Energy reasonably foresees would cause harm to critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A of the Federal Power Act), shall be deemed to be critical electric infrastructure information for purposes of section 215A(d) of the Federal Power Act. ( Passed the House of Representatives July 20, 2021.

H.R.4769

Armed Forces and National Security

Onward to Opportunity Act This bill requires the Department of Defense to implement a pilot grant program at five military installations to provide enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) in providing job opportunities for industry-recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services to service members participating in TAP and their spouses.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. 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 ``Onward to Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPLEMENT THE TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. (b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. (2) Preparation for civilian employment through services like mock interviews and salary negotiations, training on professional networking platforms, and company research. (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. (4) Job placement services. (c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. (d) Consultation.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to consult with private entities to assess the best economic opportunity program models, including existing economic opportunity models furnished through public-private partnerships. (e) Eligibility.--To be eligible to receive a grant under the pilot grant program, an entity shall-- (1) follow a job training and placement model; (2) have rigorous program evaluation practices; (3) have established partnerships with entities (such as employers, governmental agencies, and non-profit entities) to provide services described in subsection (b); (4) have online training capability to reach rural veterans, reduce costs, and comply with new conditions forced by COVID-19; and (5) have a well-developed practice of program measurement and evaluation that evinces program performance and efficiency, with data that is high quality and shareable with partner entities. (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. (g) Metrics and Evaluation.--Performance outcomes shall be verifiable using a third-party auditing method and include the following: (1) The number of covered individuals who receive and complete skills training. (2) The number of covered individuals who secure employment. (3) The retention rate for covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (4) Median salary of covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (h) Site Locations.--The Secretary of Defense shall select five military installations in the United States where existing models are successful. (i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. (j) Duration.--The pilot grant program shall terminate on September 30, 2025. (k) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the termination of the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes-- (1) a description of the pilot grant program, including a description of specific activities carried out under this section; and (2) the metrics and evaluations used to assess the effectiveness of the pilot grant program. (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code. <all>

Onward to Opportunity Act

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense.

Onward to Opportunity Act

Rep. Katko, John

R

NY

This bill requires the Department of Defense to implement a pilot grant program at five military installations to provide enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) in providing job opportunities for industry-recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services to service members participating in TAP and their spouses.

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 ``Onward to Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPLEMENT THE TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. (2) Preparation for civilian employment through services like mock interviews and salary negotiations, training on professional networking platforms, and company research. (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. (4) Job placement services. (d) Consultation.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to consult with private entities to assess the best economic opportunity program models, including existing economic opportunity models furnished through public-private partnerships. (e) Eligibility.--To be eligible to receive a grant under the pilot grant program, an entity shall-- (1) follow a job training and placement model; (2) have rigorous program evaluation practices; (3) have established partnerships with entities (such as employers, governmental agencies, and non-profit entities) to provide services described in subsection (b); (4) have online training capability to reach rural veterans, reduce costs, and comply with new conditions forced by COVID-19; and (5) have a well-developed practice of program measurement and evaluation that evinces program performance and efficiency, with data that is high quality and shareable with partner entities. (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. (g) Metrics and Evaluation.--Performance outcomes shall be verifiable using a third-party auditing method and include the following: (1) The number of covered individuals who receive and complete skills training. (2) The number of covered individuals who secure employment. (j) Duration.--The pilot grant program shall terminate on September 30, 2025. (k) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the termination of the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes-- (1) a description of the pilot grant program, including a description of specific activities carried out under this section; and (2) the metrics and evaluations used to assess the effectiveness of the pilot grant program. (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.

This Act may be cited as the ``Onward to Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPLEMENT THE TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. (2) Preparation for civilian employment through services like mock interviews and salary negotiations, training on professional networking platforms, and company research. (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. (4) Job placement services. (d) Consultation.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to consult with private entities to assess the best economic opportunity program models, including existing economic opportunity models furnished through public-private partnerships. (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. (g) Metrics and Evaluation.--Performance outcomes shall be verifiable using a third-party auditing method and include the following: (1) The number of covered individuals who receive and complete skills training. (2) The number of covered individuals who secure employment. (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. 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 ``Onward to Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPLEMENT THE TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. (b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. (2) Preparation for civilian employment through services like mock interviews and salary negotiations, training on professional networking platforms, and company research. (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. (4) Job placement services. (c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. (d) Consultation.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to consult with private entities to assess the best economic opportunity program models, including existing economic opportunity models furnished through public-private partnerships. (e) Eligibility.--To be eligible to receive a grant under the pilot grant program, an entity shall-- (1) follow a job training and placement model; (2) have rigorous program evaluation practices; (3) have established partnerships with entities (such as employers, governmental agencies, and non-profit entities) to provide services described in subsection (b); (4) have online training capability to reach rural veterans, reduce costs, and comply with new conditions forced by COVID-19; and (5) have a well-developed practice of program measurement and evaluation that evinces program performance and efficiency, with data that is high quality and shareable with partner entities. (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. (g) Metrics and Evaluation.--Performance outcomes shall be verifiable using a third-party auditing method and include the following: (1) The number of covered individuals who receive and complete skills training. (2) The number of covered individuals who secure employment. (3) The retention rate for covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (4) Median salary of covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (h) Site Locations.--The Secretary of Defense shall select five military installations in the United States where existing models are successful. (i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. (j) Duration.--The pilot grant program shall terminate on September 30, 2025. (k) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the termination of the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes-- (1) a description of the pilot grant program, including a description of specific activities carried out under this section; and (2) the metrics and evaluations used to assess the effectiveness of the pilot grant program. (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. 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 ``Onward to Opportunity Act''. SEC. 2. PILOT GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPLEMENT THE TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. (a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. (b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. (2) Preparation for civilian employment through services like mock interviews and salary negotiations, training on professional networking platforms, and company research. (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. (4) Job placement services. (c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. (d) Consultation.--In carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to consult with private entities to assess the best economic opportunity program models, including existing economic opportunity models furnished through public-private partnerships. (e) Eligibility.--To be eligible to receive a grant under the pilot grant program, an entity shall-- (1) follow a job training and placement model; (2) have rigorous program evaluation practices; (3) have established partnerships with entities (such as employers, governmental agencies, and non-profit entities) to provide services described in subsection (b); (4) have online training capability to reach rural veterans, reduce costs, and comply with new conditions forced by COVID-19; and (5) have a well-developed practice of program measurement and evaluation that evinces program performance and efficiency, with data that is high quality and shareable with partner entities. (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. (g) Metrics and Evaluation.--Performance outcomes shall be verifiable using a third-party auditing method and include the following: (1) The number of covered individuals who receive and complete skills training. (2) The number of covered individuals who secure employment. (3) The retention rate for covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (4) Median salary of covered individuals described in paragraph (2). (h) Site Locations.--The Secretary of Defense shall select five military installations in the United States where existing models are successful. (i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. (j) Duration.--The pilot grant program shall terminate on September 30, 2025. (k) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the termination of the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes-- (1) a description of the pilot grant program, including a description of specific activities carried out under this section; and (2) the metrics and evaluations used to assess the effectiveness of the pilot grant program. (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code. <all>

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. ( (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. ( (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). ( 2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. ( 3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. ( 3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. ( 3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. ( 3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. ( (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. ( (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). ( 2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. ( 3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. ( 3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. ( (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. ( (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). ( 2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. ( 3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. ( 3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. ( (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. ( (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). ( 2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall carry out a pilot grant program under which the Secretary of Defense provides enhanced support and funding to eligible entities to supplement TAP to provide job opportunities for industry recognized certifications, job placement assistance, and related employment services directly to covered individuals. ( 3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. ( 3) The term ``TAP'' means the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense under sections 1142 and 1144 of title 10, United States Code.

To direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to supplement the transition assistance program of the Department of Defense. b) Services.--Under the pilot grant program, the Secretary of Defense shall provide grants to eligible entities to provide to covered individuals the following services: (1) Using an industry-validated screening tool, assessments of prior education, work history, and employment aspirations of covered individuals, to tailor appropriate and employment services. ( (3) Several industry-specific learning pathways-- (A) with entry-level, mid-level and senior versions; (B) in fields such as project management, cybersecurity, and information technology; (C) in which each covered individual works with an academic advisor to choose a career pathway and navigate coursework during the training process; and (D) in which each covered individual can earn industry-recognized credentials and certifications, at no charge to the covered individual. ( c) Program Organization and Implementation Model.--The pilot grant program shall follow existing economic opportunity program models that combine industry-recognized certification training, furnished by professionals, with online learning staff. ( (f) Coordination With Federal Entities.--A grantee shall coordinate with Federal entities, including-- (1) the Office of Transition and Economic Development of the Department of Veterans Affairs; and (2) the Office of Veteran Employment and Transition Services of the Department of Labor. ( i) Assessment of Possible Expansion.--A grantee shall assess the feasibility of expanding the current offering of virtual training and career placement services to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces and covered individuals outside the United States. ( (l) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``covered individual'' means-- (A) a member of the Armed Forces participating in TAP; or (B) a spouse of a member described in subparagraph (A). ( 2) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code. (

H.R.155

Crime and Law Enforcement

Providing Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act or the POLICE Act This bill establishes licensing requirements for law enforcement officers. The Department of Justice must issue licensing standards based on law enforcement best practices. Federal law enforcement officers must be licensed in accordance with such standards and take continuing education classes to maintain their license. States must have in effect a similar licensing system and continuing education program to receive a full allocation of funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program.

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, 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 Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act'' or the ``POLICE Act''. SEC. 2. LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING STANDARDS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, in consultation with appropriate nongovernmental associations (such as the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training and the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies), shall issue licensing standards for law enforcement officers based on best practices for law enforcement. Such licensing standards shall be reviewed and, if necessary, modified every 5 years. (b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). (2) Continuing education.--Each Federal law enforcement officer who has received a license under paragraph (1) shall take annual continuing education classes on such topics as the Attorney General may require to maintain the license for a year. (3) Federal law enforcement officer defined.--In this subsection, the term ``Federal law enforcement officer'' has the meaning given the term in section 115 of title 18, United States Code. (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). (3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.). <all>

Providing Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes.

POLICE Act Providing Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act

Rep. Rush, Bobby L.

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IL

This bill establishes licensing requirements for law enforcement officers. The Department of Justice must issue licensing standards based on law enforcement best practices. Federal law enforcement officers must be licensed in accordance with such standards and take continuing education classes to maintain their license. States must have in effect a similar licensing system and continuing education program to receive a full allocation of funds under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant program.

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, 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 Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act'' or the ``POLICE Act''. SEC. 2. LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING STANDARDS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, in consultation with appropriate nongovernmental associations (such as the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training and the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies), shall issue licensing standards for law enforcement officers based on best practices for law enforcement. Such licensing standards shall be reviewed and, if necessary, modified every 5 years. (b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). (2) Continuing education.--Each Federal law enforcement officer who has received a license under paragraph (1) shall take annual continuing education classes on such topics as the Attorney General may require to maintain the license for a year. (3) Federal law enforcement officer defined.--In this subsection, the term ``Federal law enforcement officer'' has the meaning given the term in section 115 of title 18, United States Code. (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). (3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.). <all>

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, 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 Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act'' or the ``POLICE Act''. SEC. 2. LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING STANDARDS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, in consultation with appropriate nongovernmental associations (such as the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training and the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies), shall issue licensing standards for law enforcement officers based on best practices for law enforcement. Such licensing standards shall be reviewed and, if necessary, modified every 5 years. (b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). (2) Continuing education.--Each Federal law enforcement officer who has received a license under paragraph (1) shall take annual continuing education classes on such topics as the Attorney General may require to maintain the license for a year. (3) Federal law enforcement officer defined.--In this subsection, the term ``Federal law enforcement officer'' has the meaning given the term in section 115 of title 18, United States Code. (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, 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 Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act'' or the ``POLICE Act''. SEC. 2. LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING STANDARDS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, in consultation with appropriate nongovernmental associations (such as the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training and the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies), shall issue licensing standards for law enforcement officers based on best practices for law enforcement. Such licensing standards shall be reviewed and, if necessary, modified every 5 years. (b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). (2) Continuing education.--Each Federal law enforcement officer who has received a license under paragraph (1) shall take annual continuing education classes on such topics as the Attorney General may require to maintain the license for a year. (3) Federal law enforcement officer defined.--In this subsection, the term ``Federal law enforcement officer'' has the meaning given the term in section 115 of title 18, United States Code. (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). (3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.). <all>

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, 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 Officer Licensing to Increase Confidence for Everyone Act'' or the ``POLICE Act''. SEC. 2. LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING STANDARDS. (a) In General.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Attorney General, in consultation with appropriate nongovernmental associations (such as the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training and the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies), shall issue licensing standards for law enforcement officers based on best practices for law enforcement. Such licensing standards shall be reviewed and, if necessary, modified every 5 years. (b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). (2) Continuing education.--Each Federal law enforcement officer who has received a license under paragraph (1) shall take annual continuing education classes on such topics as the Attorney General may require to maintain the license for a year. (3) Federal law enforcement officer defined.--In this subsection, the term ``Federal law enforcement officer'' has the meaning given the term in section 115 of title 18, United States Code. (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). (3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.). <all>

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). ( (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). ( (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). ( (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). ( (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). (2) Byrne.--If a State fails to comply with the requirement under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year, the State shall be subject to a 50 percent reduction of the amount that would otherwise be awarded in the following fiscal year to that State 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.). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

To establish licensing standards for law enforcement, and for other purposes. b) Federal Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, each Federal law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a). ( (c) State Licensing.-- (1) In general.--Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a State shall-- (A) have in effect a licensing system under which each State and local law enforcement officer shall be licensed in accordance with the licensing standards issued pursuant to subsection (a); and (B) have in effect a continuing education program that is substantially similar to the program for Federal law enforcement officers under subsection (b)(2). ( 3) Reallocation.--Amounts not allocated to a State for failure to comply with this subsection shall be reallocated to States that have complied in accordance with 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.).

H.R.471

Health

Protecting Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021 or the PAUSE Act of 2021 This bill maintains immigration restrictions put in place under public health emergency authorities to prevent the introduction of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) from foreign countries. Specifically, the bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from rescinding or reducing the stringency of the restrictions. It also prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from stopping or reducing enforcement of the restrictions. These prohibitions remain in effect until (1) federal and state COVID-19 emergency orders are lifted, and (2) the risk of introducing COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico is minimal.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021'' or the ``PAUSE Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. (a) HHS.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not remove, or lessen the stringency of, the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until-- (1) the public health emergency declared for COVID-19 under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), including renewals thereof, is no longer in effect; (2) the public health emergencies declared for COVID-19 by all States, including renewals thereof, are no longer in effect; and (3) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reduces the travelers' health risk level for introducing, transmitting, and spreading COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico to Level 1. (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. (c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``COVID-19 border health provisions'' means the restrictions established under part G of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264 et seq.; relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. Sec. 265, 268): Order Suspending the Right To Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists'' issued by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 13, 2020. <all>

PAUSE Act of 2021

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.

PAUSE Act of 2021 Protecting Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID–19 Act of 2021

Rep. Herrell, Yvette

R

NM

This bill maintains immigration restrictions put in place under public health emergency authorities to prevent the introduction of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) from foreign countries. Specifically, the bill prohibits the Department of Health and Human Services from rescinding or reducing the stringency of the restrictions. It also prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from stopping or reducing enforcement of the restrictions. These prohibitions remain in effect until (1) federal and state COVID-19 emergency orders are lifted, and (2) the risk of introducing COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico is minimal.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021'' or the ``PAUSE Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. (a) HHS.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not remove, or lessen the stringency of, the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until-- (1) the public health emergency declared for COVID-19 under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), including renewals thereof, is no longer in effect; (2) the public health emergencies declared for COVID-19 by all States, including renewals thereof, are no longer in effect; and (3) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reduces the travelers' health risk level for introducing, transmitting, and spreading COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico to Level 1. (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. (c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``COVID-19 border health provisions'' means the restrictions established under part G of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264 et seq.; relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. Sec. 265, 268): Order Suspending the Right To Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists'' issued by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 13, 2020. <all>

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021'' or the ``PAUSE Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. (a) HHS.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not remove, or lessen the stringency of, the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until-- (1) the public health emergency declared for COVID-19 under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), including renewals thereof, is no longer in effect; (2) the public health emergencies declared for COVID-19 by all States, including renewals thereof, are no longer in effect; and (3) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reduces the travelers' health risk level for introducing, transmitting, and spreading COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico to Level 1. (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. (c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``COVID-19 border health provisions'' means the restrictions established under part G of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264 et seq.; relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. Sec. 265, 268): Order Suspending the Right To Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists'' issued by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 13, 2020. <all>

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021'' or the ``PAUSE Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. (a) HHS.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not remove, or lessen the stringency of, the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until-- (1) the public health emergency declared for COVID-19 under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), including renewals thereof, is no longer in effect; (2) the public health emergencies declared for COVID-19 by all States, including renewals thereof, are no longer in effect; and (3) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reduces the travelers' health risk level for introducing, transmitting, and spreading COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico to Level 1. (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. (c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``COVID-19 border health provisions'' means the restrictions established under part G of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264 et seq.; relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. Sec. 265, 268): Order Suspending the Right To Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists'' issued by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 13, 2020. <all>

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, 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 Americans from Unnecessary Spread upon Entry from COVID-19 Act of 2021'' or the ``PAUSE Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. (a) HHS.--The Secretary of Health and Human Services shall not remove, or lessen the stringency of, the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until-- (1) the public health emergency declared for COVID-19 under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), including renewals thereof, is no longer in effect; (2) the public health emergencies declared for COVID-19 by all States, including renewals thereof, are no longer in effect; and (3) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reduces the travelers' health risk level for introducing, transmitting, and spreading COVID-19 in or from Canada and Mexico to Level 1. (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. (c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``COVID-19 border health provisions'' means the restrictions established under part G of title III of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264 et seq.; relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. Sec. 265, 268): Order Suspending the Right To Introduce Certain Persons from Countries Where a Quarantinable Communicable Disease Exists'' issued by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on October 13, 2020. <all>

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. ( (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. ( relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. ( (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. ( relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. ( (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. ( relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. ( (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. ( relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

To prohibit the Secretary of Health and Human Services from lessening the stringency of, and to prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from ceasing or lessening implementation of, the COVID-19 border health provisions through the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. MAINTAINING THE STRINGENCY OF COVID-19 BORDER HEALTH PROVISIONS THROUGH THE END OF THE PANDEMIC. ( (b) Homeland Security.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall not cease or lessen the implementation of the COVID-19 border health provisions unless and until each of the conditions listed in subsection (a) is met. ( relating to quarantine and inspection) to prevent the introduction, transmission, or spread of COVID-19 from one or more foreign countries into the United States, including the order titled ``Order under Section 362 & 365 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. Sec.

H.R.323

Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

This bill provides for a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded posthumously to Carrie Beatrice "Mudear" Sager in recognition of her service to her community and nation for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Following the award the medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager was born on September 5, 1913 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late Mr. James Hardy and Mrs. Laura Hardy. (2) She was a foot soldier who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Alabama in 1963. Ms. Sager was dedicated to fighting for racial and social justice, she risked her own life countless times being a voice for others. Her commitment is demonstrated through her years of bravery and activism. (3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. (4) She was a victim of police brutality and experienced the brute force of hoses and dogs as law enforcement used them as weapons against her and peaceful protestors during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Birmingham Campaign. (5) She was a fearless woman who stood up to the KKK by picketing and boycotting white businesses in Bessemer and Birmingham Alabama, demanding equal treatment of Black people across this nation. (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. This was a day in which police attacked Civil Rights activists with tear gas, billy clubs, and horses as demonstrators were headed to the State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. (7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. (8) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager passed away November 20, 2014 at the age of 101. She will be remembered for her tenacity and unwavering dedication to fighting for human rights and ensuring equality and peace across this nation. (9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. Mudear's ten grandchildren are as follows: Cora Jean Douglass, Martha Jean McQueen, Will Sager Jr., Valerie Sager Seals, Veronica Sager Seals, Vernon T. Sager Sr., Vayonna L. Sager, Loretta Lusane Philips, Clarence Lusane, and Tanya Davis McCullough. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, and the cost of the gold medal. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice "Mudear" Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice "Mudear" Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights.

Official Titles - House of Representatives Official Title as Introduced To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice "Mudear" Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights.

Rep. Bass, Karen

D

CA

This bill provides for a Congressional Gold Medal to be awarded posthumously to Carrie Beatrice "Mudear" Sager in recognition of her service to her community and nation for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Following the award the medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager was born on September 5, 1913 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late Mr. James Hardy and Mrs. Laura Hardy. (2) She was a foot soldier who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Alabama in 1963. Her commitment is demonstrated through her years of bravery and activism. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. (4) She was a victim of police brutality and experienced the brute force of hoses and dogs as law enforcement used them as weapons against her and peaceful protestors during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Birmingham Campaign. (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. This was a day in which police attacked Civil Rights activists with tear gas, billy clubs, and horses as demonstrators were headed to the State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. (7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. She will be remembered for her tenacity and unwavering dedication to fighting for human rights and ensuring equality and peace across this nation. (9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. Mudear's ten grandchildren are as follows: Cora Jean Douglass, Martha Jean McQueen, Will Sager Jr., Valerie Sager Seals, Veronica Sager Seals, Vernon T. Sager Sr., Vayonna L. Sager, Loretta Lusane Philips, Clarence Lusane, and Tanya Davis McCullough. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. 3. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, and the cost of the gold medal. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager was born on September 5, 1913 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late Mr. James Hardy and Mrs. Laura Hardy. (2) She was a foot soldier who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Alabama in 1963. Her commitment is demonstrated through her years of bravery and activism. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. (4) She was a victim of police brutality and experienced the brute force of hoses and dogs as law enforcement used them as weapons against her and peaceful protestors during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Birmingham Campaign. (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. (7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. (9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. 3. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, and the cost of the gold medal. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager was born on September 5, 1913 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late Mr. James Hardy and Mrs. Laura Hardy. (2) She was a foot soldier who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Alabama in 1963. Ms. Sager was dedicated to fighting for racial and social justice, she risked her own life countless times being a voice for others. Her commitment is demonstrated through her years of bravery and activism. (3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. (4) She was a victim of police brutality and experienced the brute force of hoses and dogs as law enforcement used them as weapons against her and peaceful protestors during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Birmingham Campaign. (5) She was a fearless woman who stood up to the KKK by picketing and boycotting white businesses in Bessemer and Birmingham Alabama, demanding equal treatment of Black people across this nation. (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. This was a day in which police attacked Civil Rights activists with tear gas, billy clubs, and horses as demonstrators were headed to the State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. (7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. (8) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager passed away November 20, 2014 at the age of 101. She will be remembered for her tenacity and unwavering dedication to fighting for human rights and ensuring equality and peace across this nation. (9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. Mudear's ten grandchildren are as follows: Cora Jean Douglass, Martha Jean McQueen, Will Sager Jr., Valerie Sager Seals, Veronica Sager Seals, Vernon T. Sager Sr., Vayonna L. Sager, Loretta Lusane Philips, Clarence Lusane, and Tanya Davis McCullough. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, and the cost of the gold medal. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager was born on September 5, 1913 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late Mr. James Hardy and Mrs. Laura Hardy. (2) She was a foot soldier who marched with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, Alabama in 1963. Ms. Sager was dedicated to fighting for racial and social justice, she risked her own life countless times being a voice for others. Her commitment is demonstrated through her years of bravery and activism. (3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. (4) She was a victim of police brutality and experienced the brute force of hoses and dogs as law enforcement used them as weapons against her and peaceful protestors during the Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Birmingham Campaign. (5) She was a fearless woman who stood up to the KKK by picketing and boycotting white businesses in Bessemer and Birmingham Alabama, demanding equal treatment of Black people across this nation. (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. This was a day in which police attacked Civil Rights activists with tear gas, billy clubs, and horses as demonstrators were headed to the State Capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. (7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. (8) Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager passed away November 20, 2014 at the age of 101. She will be remembered for her tenacity and unwavering dedication to fighting for human rights and ensuring equality and peace across this nation. (9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. Mudear's ten grandchildren are as follows: Cora Jean Douglass, Martha Jean McQueen, Will Sager Jr., Valerie Sager Seals, Veronica Sager Seals, Vernon T. Sager Sr., Vayonna L. Sager, Loretta Lusane Philips, Clarence Lusane, and Tanya Davis McCullough. SEC. 2. CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL. (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. (b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. SEC. 3. DUPLICATE MEDALS. The Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the gold medal struck pursuant to section 2 under such regulations as the Secretary may prescribe, at a price sufficient to cover the cost thereof, including labor, materials, dies, use of machinery, and overhead expenses, and the cost of the gold medal. SEC. 4. NATIONAL MEDALS. Medals struck pursuant to this Act are national medals for the purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United States Code. <all>

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. ( (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( 9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( 9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. ( (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( 9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. ( (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( 9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. ( (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( 9) She was loved and cherished by many and her legacy will live on through her family. She left this earth with five children: Sam Sager, Jr., Will Sager, Lurlean Sager Burnette, Florabell Sager McQueen, and Mary Sager Davis. c) Smithsonian Institution.--Following the award of the gold medal under subsection (a), the gold medal shall be given to the Smithsonian Institution and the medal will be available for display at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. 3) Ms. Sager was known for organizing the well-known Children's March of May 2, 1963 led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This protest led to hundreds of students being arrested and taken to jail in paddy wagons and school buses. ( (6) She demonstrated heroism as she marched the infamous Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, March 7th, 1965. 7) Ms. Sager was a woman of God and an active member of Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, where she was named ``Mother of the Church''. ( (a) Presentation Authorization.--The Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate shall make appropriate arrangements for the presentation, on behalf of the Congress, of a gold medal of appropriate design to the Carrie Beatrice ``Mudear'' Sager, in recognition of her service to her community and nation, for peace, racial justice, and human rights. ( b) Design and Striking.--For the purposes of the award referred to in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Treasury (hereafter in this Act referred to as the ``Secretary'') shall strike a gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary. (

S.1400

Energy

Protecting Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021 or the PROTECT Act of 2021 This bill provides incentives for electric utilities to invest in cybersecurity. Specifically, the bill directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to provide incentives to electric utilities for investing in advanced cybersecurity technology. In addition, it establishes a grant and technical assistance program at the Department of Energy for electric utilities that are not regulated by FERC to deploy advanced cybersecurity technology.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, 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 Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021'' or the ``PROTECT Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. INCENTIVES FOR ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT. Part II of the Federal Power Act is amended by inserting after section 219 (16 U.S.C. 824s) the following: ``SEC. 219A. INCENTIVES FOR CYBERSECURITY INVESTMENTS. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(2) Advanced cybersecurity technology information.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology information' means information relating to advanced cybersecurity technology or proposed advanced cybersecurity technology that is generated by or provided to the Commission or another Federal agency. ``(b) Study.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, shall conduct a study to identify incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission and sale of electric energy subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that could be used to encourage-- ``(1) investment by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(c) Incentive-Based Rate Treatment.--Not later than 1 year after the completion of the study under subsection (b), the Commission shall establish, by rule, incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission of electric energy in interstate commerce and the sale of electric energy at wholesale in interstate commerce by public utilities for the purpose of benefitting consumers by encouraging-- ``(1) investments by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(d) Factors for Consideration.--In issuing a rule pursuant to this section, the Commission may provide additional incentives beyond those identified in subsection (c) in any case in which the Commission determines that an investment in advanced cybersecurity technology or information sharing program costs will reduce cybersecurity risks to-- ``(1) defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a)) and other facilities subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that are critical to public safety, national defense, or homeland security, as determined by the Commission in consultation with-- ``(A) the Secretary of Energy; and ``(B) appropriate Federal agencies; and ``(2) facilities of small or medium-sized public utilities with limited cybersecurity resources, as determined by the Commission. ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. SEC. 3. RURAL AND MUNICIPAL UTILITY ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY GRANT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term ``advanced cybersecurity technology'' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of electric utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (b) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the ``Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program'', to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, eligible entities to protect against, detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats. (c) Objectives.--The objectives of the Program shall be-- (1) to deploy advanced cybersecurity technologies for electric utility systems; and (2) to increase the participation of eligible entities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. (d) Awards.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary-- (A) shall award grants and provide technical assistance under the Program to eligible entities on a competitive basis; (B) shall develop criteria and a formula for awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program; (C) may enter into cooperative agreements with eligible entities that can facilitate the objectives described in subsection (c); and (D) shall establish a process to ensure that all eligible entities are informed about and can become aware of opportunities to receive grants or technical assistance under the Program. (2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). (e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended. <all>

Protecting Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021

A bill to amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes.

PROTECT Act of 2021 Protecting Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021

Sen. Murkowski, Lisa

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AK

This bill provides incentives for electric utilities to invest in cybersecurity. Specifically, the bill directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to provide incentives to electric utilities for investing in advanced cybersecurity technology. In addition, it establishes a grant and technical assistance program at the Department of Energy for electric utilities that are not regulated by FERC to deploy advanced cybersecurity technology.

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 Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021'' or the ``PROTECT Act of 2021''. 2. INCENTIVES FOR ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT. Part II of the Federal Power Act is amended by inserting after section 219 (16 U.S.C. 219A. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. ``(b) Study.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, shall conduct a study to identify incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission and sale of electric energy subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that could be used to encourage-- ``(1) investment by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. SEC. 1501)). (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. 824o-1(a))).

SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the ``Protecting Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021'' or the ``PROTECT Act of 2021''. 2. INCENTIVES FOR ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT. 219A. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. SEC. 1501)). (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. 824o-1(a))).

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 Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021'' or the ``PROTECT Act of 2021''. 2. INCENTIVES FOR ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT. Part II of the Federal Power Act is amended by inserting after section 219 (16 U.S.C. 824s) the following: ``SEC. 219A. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. ``(b) Study.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, shall conduct a study to identify incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission and sale of electric energy subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that could be used to encourage-- ``(1) investment by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(d) Factors for Consideration.--In issuing a rule pursuant to this section, the Commission may provide additional incentives beyond those identified in subsection (c) in any case in which the Commission determines that an investment in advanced cybersecurity technology or information sharing program costs will reduce cybersecurity risks to-- ``(1) defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a)) and other facilities subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that are critical to public safety, national defense, or homeland security, as determined by the Commission in consultation with-- ``(A) the Secretary of Energy; and ``(B) appropriate Federal agencies; and ``(2) facilities of small or medium-sized public utilities with limited cybersecurity resources, as determined by the Commission. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. SEC. 1501)). (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (d) Awards.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary-- (A) shall award grants and provide technical assistance under the Program to eligible entities on a competitive basis; (B) shall develop criteria and a formula for awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program; (C) may enter into cooperative agreements with eligible entities that can facilitate the objectives described in subsection (c); and (D) shall establish a process to ensure that all eligible entities are informed about and can become aware of opportunities to receive grants or technical assistance under the Program. 824o-1(a))). (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

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 Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act of 2021'' or the ``PROTECT Act of 2021''. 2. INCENTIVES FOR ADVANCED CYBERSECURITY TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT. Part II of the Federal Power Act is amended by inserting after section 219 (16 U.S.C. 824s) the following: ``SEC. 219A. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. ``(b) Study.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Commission, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, shall conduct a study to identify incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission and sale of electric energy subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that could be used to encourage-- ``(1) investment by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(c) Incentive-Based Rate Treatment.--Not later than 1 year after the completion of the study under subsection (b), the Commission shall establish, by rule, incentive-based, including performance-based, rate treatments for the transmission of electric energy in interstate commerce and the sale of electric energy at wholesale in interstate commerce by public utilities for the purpose of benefitting consumers by encouraging-- ``(1) investments by public utilities in advanced cybersecurity technology; and ``(2) participation by public utilities in cybersecurity threat information sharing programs. ``(d) Factors for Consideration.--In issuing a rule pursuant to this section, the Commission may provide additional incentives beyond those identified in subsection (c) in any case in which the Commission determines that an investment in advanced cybersecurity technology or information sharing program costs will reduce cybersecurity risks to-- ``(1) defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a)) and other facilities subject to the jurisdiction of the Commission that are critical to public safety, national defense, or homeland security, as determined by the Commission in consultation with-- ``(A) the Secretary of Energy; and ``(B) appropriate Federal agencies; and ``(2) facilities of small or medium-sized public utilities with limited cybersecurity resources, as determined by the Commission. ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. SEC. 1501)). (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. (3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). (4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (d) Awards.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary-- (A) shall award grants and provide technical assistance under the Program to eligible entities on a competitive basis; (B) shall develop criteria and a formula for awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program; (C) may enter into cooperative agreements with eligible entities that can facilitate the objectives described in subsection (c); and (D) shall establish a process to ensure that all eligible entities are informed about and can become aware of opportunities to receive grants or technical assistance under the Program. 824o-1(a))). (e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. ( 3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. b) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the ``Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program'', to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, eligible entities to protect against, detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. b) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the ``Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program'', to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, eligible entities to protect against, detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. ( 3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. b) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the ``Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program'', to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, eligible entities to protect against, detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. (2) Eligible entity.--The term ``eligible entity'' means-- (A) a rural electric cooperative; (B) a utility owned by a political subdivision of a State, such as a municipally owned electric utility; (C) a utility owned by any agency, authority, corporation, or instrumentality of 1 or more political subdivisions of a State; (D) a not-for-profit entity that is in a partnership with not fewer than 6 entities described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C); and (E) an investor-owned electric utility that sells less than 4,000,000 megawatt hours of electricity per year. ( 3) Program.--The term ``Program'' means the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program established under subsection (b). ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. (f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(a) Definitions.--In this section: ``(1) Advanced cybersecurity technology.--The term `advanced cybersecurity technology' means any technology, operational capability, or service, including computer hardware, software, or a related asset, that enhances the security posture of public utilities through improvements in the ability to protect against, detect, respond to, or recover from a cybersecurity threat (as defined in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501)). ``(e) Ratepayer Protection.-- ``(1) In general.--Any rate approved under a rule issued pursuant to this section, including any revisions to that rule, shall be subject to the requirements of sections 205 and 206 that all rates, charges, terms, and conditions-- ``(A) shall be just and reasonable; and ``(B) shall not be unduly discriminatory or preferential. ``(2) Prohibition of duplicate recovery.--Any rule issued pursuant to this section shall preclude rate treatments that allow unjust and unreasonable double recovery for advanced cybersecurity technology. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. b) Establishment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, and the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council, shall establish a program, to be known as the ``Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program'', to provide grants and technical assistance to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, eligible entities to protect against, detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity threats. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

To amend the Federal Power Act to provide energy cybersecurity investment incentives, to establish a grant and technical assistance program for cybersecurity investments, and for other purposes. ``(f) Single-Issue Rate Filings.--The Commission shall permit public utilities to apply for incentive-based rate treatment under a rule issued under this section on a single-issue basis by submitting to the Commission a tariff schedule under section 205 that permits recovery of costs and incentives over the depreciable life of the applicable assets, without regard to changes in receipts or other costs of the public utility. ``(g) Protection of Information.--Advanced cybersecurity technology information that is provided to, generated by, or collected by the Federal Government under subsection (b), (c), or (f) shall be considered to be critical electric infrastructure information under section 215A.''. ( 2) Priority for grants and technical assistance.--In awarding grants and providing technical assistance under the Program, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that, as determined by the Secretary-- (A) has limited cybersecurity resources; (B) owns assets critical to the reliability of the bulk power system; or (C) owns defense critical electric infrastructure (as defined in section 215A(a) of the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 824o-1(a))). ( e) Protection of Information.--Information provided to, or collected by, the Federal Government under this section-- (1) shall be exempt from disclosure under section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code; and (2) shall not be made available by any Federal agency, State, political subdivision of a State, or Tribal authority under any applicable law requiring public disclosure of information or records. ( f) Funding.--There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $50,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2022 through 2026, to remain available until expended.

H.R.213

Housing and Community Development

Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021 This bill reallocates to urban counties, under certain circumstances, Emergency Solutions Grant funds to help individuals and families regain permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. Currently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development typically reallocates the funds to the state in which a city or county is located if the funds going to a recipient metropolitan city or urban county are less than a specified amount. The bill generally maintains this reallocation arrangement but also establishes certain circumstances when these funds must go to the urban county in which a recipient metropolitan city is located or to the recipient urban county directly. An urban county receiving reallocated funds designated for a recipient metropolitan city must spend these funds for the benefit of the metropolitan cities located within the county.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants 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 ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM ALLOCATION REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM. Section 414(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373(b)) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Minimum Allocation Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--If, under the allocation provisions applicable under this subtitle, a metropolitan city or an urban county would receive a grant of less than .05 percent of the amounts appropriated under section 408 and made available to carry out this subtitle for any fiscal year, such amount shall be reallocated to the State in which the metropolitan city or urban county, as applicable, is located, except that-- ``(A) in the case of the metropolitan city, such amount shall be reallocated to the urban county in which the metropolitan city is located, if the urban county-- ``(i) has previously received and administered assistance under this section; and ``(ii) agrees to receive such amount; and ``(B) in the case of the urban county, such amount shall be provided to the urban county if the urban county has previously received and administered assistance under this section. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''. <all>

Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program.

Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021

Rep. Sires, Albio

D

NJ

This bill reallocates to urban counties, under certain circumstances, Emergency Solutions Grant funds to help individuals and families regain permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. Currently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development typically reallocates the funds to the state in which a city or county is located if the funds going to a recipient metropolitan city or urban county are less than a specified amount. The bill generally maintains this reallocation arrangement but also establishes certain circumstances when these funds must go to the urban county in which a recipient metropolitan city is located or to the recipient urban county directly. An urban county receiving reallocated funds designated for a recipient metropolitan city must spend these funds for the benefit of the metropolitan cities located within the county.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants 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 ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM ALLOCATION REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM. Section 414(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373(b)) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Minimum Allocation Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--If, under the allocation provisions applicable under this subtitle, a metropolitan city or an urban county would receive a grant of less than .05 percent of the amounts appropriated under section 408 and made available to carry out this subtitle for any fiscal year, such amount shall be reallocated to the State in which the metropolitan city or urban county, as applicable, is located, except that-- ``(A) in the case of the metropolitan city, such amount shall be reallocated to the urban county in which the metropolitan city is located, if the urban county-- ``(i) has previously received and administered assistance under this section; and ``(ii) agrees to receive such amount; and ``(B) in the case of the urban county, such amount shall be provided to the urban county if the urban county has previously received and administered assistance under this section. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''. <all>

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants 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 ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM ALLOCATION REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM. Section 414(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373(b)) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Minimum Allocation Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--If, under the allocation provisions applicable under this subtitle, a metropolitan city or an urban county would receive a grant of less than .05 percent of the amounts appropriated under section 408 and made available to carry out this subtitle for any fiscal year, such amount shall be reallocated to the State in which the metropolitan city or urban county, as applicable, is located, except that-- ``(A) in the case of the metropolitan city, such amount shall be reallocated to the urban county in which the metropolitan city is located, if the urban county-- ``(i) has previously received and administered assistance under this section; and ``(ii) agrees to receive such amount; and ``(B) in the case of the urban county, such amount shall be provided to the urban county if the urban county has previously received and administered assistance under this section. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''. <all>

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants 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 ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM ALLOCATION REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM. Section 414(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373(b)) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Minimum Allocation Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--If, under the allocation provisions applicable under this subtitle, a metropolitan city or an urban county would receive a grant of less than .05 percent of the amounts appropriated under section 408 and made available to carry out this subtitle for any fiscal year, such amount shall be reallocated to the State in which the metropolitan city or urban county, as applicable, is located, except that-- ``(A) in the case of the metropolitan city, such amount shall be reallocated to the urban county in which the metropolitan city is located, if the urban county-- ``(i) has previously received and administered assistance under this section; and ``(ii) agrees to receive such amount; and ``(B) in the case of the urban county, such amount shall be provided to the urban county if the urban county has previously received and administered assistance under this section. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''. <all>

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants 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 ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. SEC. 2. MINIMUM ALLOCATION REQUIREMENT FOR EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS PROGRAM. Section 414(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373(b)) is amended to read as follows: ``(b) Minimum Allocation Requirement.-- ``(1) In general.--If, under the allocation provisions applicable under this subtitle, a metropolitan city or an urban county would receive a grant of less than .05 percent of the amounts appropriated under section 408 and made available to carry out this subtitle for any fiscal year, such amount shall be reallocated to the State in which the metropolitan city or urban county, as applicable, is located, except that-- ``(A) in the case of the metropolitan city, such amount shall be reallocated to the urban county in which the metropolitan city is located, if the urban county-- ``(i) has previously received and administered assistance under this section; and ``(ii) agrees to receive such amount; and ``(B) in the case of the urban county, such amount shall be provided to the urban county if the urban county has previously received and administered assistance under this section. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''. <all>

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. This Act may be cited as the ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. This Act may be cited as the ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. This Act may be cited as the ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. This Act may be cited as the ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987.

To modify the minimum allocation requirement for the emergency solutions grants program. This Act may be cited as the ``Local Solutions to End Homelessness Act of 2021''. ``(2) Exception.--Notwithstanding paragraph (1), a metropolitan city shall receive the grant amount described such paragraph if the metropolitan city-- ``(A) is located in a State that does not have counties as local governments; ``(B) has a population greater than 40,000 but less than 50,000 as used in determining the fiscal year 1987 community development block grant program allocation; and ``(C) was allocated in excess of $1,000,000 in community development block grant funds in fiscal year 1987. ``(3) Amounts reallocated to urban counties.--An urban county that receives amounts reallocated under paragraph (1)(A) shall expend those amounts for the benefit of metropolitan cities located in the urban county.''.

H.R.193

International Affairs

Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act This bill directs the President to reduce foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on how many unaccompanied alien children from each of those countries are placed in custody for immigration status. For each unaccompanied alien child placed in custody who is a citizen or national of one of these countries, the President shall reduce assistance to that country by $30,000 the following fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 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 ``Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Gang violence, poverty, and corruption are the main drivers of illegal immigration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States. (2) According to an independent task force report by the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center-- (A) systemic corruption stagnates economic growth; (B) eight in ten poll respondents see corruption as widespread; (C) citizens in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras do not trust the government institutions responsible for curtailing corruption; and (D) investigations have revealed massive networks dedicated to co-opting public funds for the personal enrichment of government officials. (3) There exists the potential for foreign assistance from the United States to be misused by central government officials in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in order to reduce the success of anti-corruption efforts. (4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. (6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. (7) On average, providing care for unaccompanied alien children in ORR custody costs $500 per child, per day. (8) In fiscal year 2018, the average length of stay in ORR custody for an unaccompanied alien child was 60 days. (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. SEC. 3. REDUCTION OF AMOUNT OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE TO EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS. (a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). (c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year. <all>

Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status.

Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act

Rep. Burgess, Michael C.

R

TX

This bill directs the President to reduce foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on how many unaccompanied alien children from each of those countries are placed in custody for immigration status. For each unaccompanied alien child placed in custody who is a citizen or national of one of these countries, the President shall reduce assistance to that country by $30,000 the following fiscal year.

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 ``Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act''. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Gang violence, poverty, and corruption are the main drivers of illegal immigration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States. (2) According to an independent task force report by the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center-- (A) systemic corruption stagnates economic growth; (B) eight in ten poll respondents see corruption as widespread; (C) citizens in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras do not trust the government institutions responsible for curtailing corruption; and (D) investigations have revealed massive networks dedicated to co-opting public funds for the personal enrichment of government officials. (3) There exists the potential for foreign assistance from the United States to be misused by central government officials in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in order to reduce the success of anti-corruption efforts. (4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. (6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. (7) On average, providing care for unaccompanied alien children in ORR custody costs $500 per child, per day. (8) In fiscal year 2018, the average length of stay in ORR custody for an unaccompanied alien child was 60 days. SEC. 3. REDUCTION OF AMOUNT OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE TO EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS. (a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). (c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

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 ``Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act''. 2. FINDINGS. (2) According to an independent task force report by the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center-- (A) systemic corruption stagnates economic growth; (B) eight in ten poll respondents see corruption as widespread; (C) citizens in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras do not trust the government institutions responsible for curtailing corruption; and (D) investigations have revealed massive networks dedicated to co-opting public funds for the personal enrichment of government officials. (4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. (7) On average, providing care for unaccompanied alien children in ORR custody costs $500 per child, per day. SEC. 3. REDUCTION OF AMOUNT OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE TO EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS. (a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). (c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 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 ``Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Gang violence, poverty, and corruption are the main drivers of illegal immigration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States. (2) According to an independent task force report by the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center-- (A) systemic corruption stagnates economic growth; (B) eight in ten poll respondents see corruption as widespread; (C) citizens in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras do not trust the government institutions responsible for curtailing corruption; and (D) investigations have revealed massive networks dedicated to co-opting public funds for the personal enrichment of government officials. (3) There exists the potential for foreign assistance from the United States to be misused by central government officials in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in order to reduce the success of anti-corruption efforts. (4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. (6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. (7) On average, providing care for unaccompanied alien children in ORR custody costs $500 per child, per day. (8) In fiscal year 2018, the average length of stay in ORR custody for an unaccompanied alien child was 60 days. (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. SEC. 3. REDUCTION OF AMOUNT OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE TO EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS. (a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). (c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year. <all>

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 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 ``Unaccompanied Alien Children Assistance Control Act''. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. Congress finds the following: (1) Gang violence, poverty, and corruption are the main drivers of illegal immigration from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras to the United States. (2) According to an independent task force report by the Atlantic Council's Latin America Center-- (A) systemic corruption stagnates economic growth; (B) eight in ten poll respondents see corruption as widespread; (C) citizens in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras do not trust the government institutions responsible for curtailing corruption; and (D) investigations have revealed massive networks dedicated to co-opting public funds for the personal enrichment of government officials. (3) There exists the potential for foreign assistance from the United States to be misused by central government officials in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras in order to reduce the success of anti-corruption efforts. (4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. (6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. (7) On average, providing care for unaccompanied alien children in ORR custody costs $500 per child, per day. (8) In fiscal year 2018, the average length of stay in ORR custody for an unaccompanied alien child was 60 days. (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. SEC. 3. REDUCTION OF AMOUNT OF FOREIGN ASSISTANCE TO EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS. (a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). (c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year. <all>

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. ( 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). ( c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. ( 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). ( c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. ( 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). ( c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. ( 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). ( c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, SECTION 1. 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (9) On average, the total cost of care for an unaccompanied alien child in ORR custody is $30,000 per child and $1,352,760,000 per year for all children. a) In General.--The President shall reduce from amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act and allocated for a covered country for a fiscal year an amount equal to-- (1) the number of unaccompanied alien children who-- (A) are nationals or citizens of the covered country; and (B) in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status; multiplied by (2) $30,000. (

To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status. 4) Systemic corruption in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras undermines efforts to address the driving causes of illegal immigration into the United States from such countries. (5) The United States provided more than $2,600,000,000 in foreign assistance to Central American countries during fiscal years 2015 through 2018, and Congress appropriated over $500,000,000 in such assistance for fiscal year 2019. ( 6) For the past 5 fiscal years, 225,463 unaccompanied alien children from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras were referred to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Department of Health and Human Services, an average of 45,092 per year. ( (b) Definitions.--In this section-- (1) the term ``covered country'' means El Salvador, Guatemala, or Honduras; and (2) the term ``unaccompanied alien child'' has the meaning given the term in section 462(g)(2) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 279(g)(2)). ( c) Effective Date.--This Act takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to amounts made available under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other Act for fiscal year 2022 and each subsequent fiscal year.

S.4515

Energy

No Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act This bill prohibits exports of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to require as a condition of any sale of crude oil from the SPR that the oil not be exported to such countries. However, DOE may issue a waiver of the prohibition if the sale of crude oil is in the national security interests of the United States. In addition, DOE must report on (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the SPR since November 23, 2021, and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which such crude oil was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, 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 Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act''. SEC. 2. CONDITION ON AUCTION OF CRUDE OIL FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Bidder.--The term ``bidder'' means an individual or entity bidding or intending to bid at an auction of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (3) Strategic petroleum reserve.--The term ``Strategic Petroleum Reserve'' means the Strategic Petroleum Reserve established under part B of title I of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6231 et seq.). (b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. (2) Waiver.-- (A) In general.--On application by a bidder, the Secretary may waive, prior to the date of the applicable auction, the condition described in paragraph (1) with respect to the sale of crude oil to that bidder at that auction. (B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined. <all>

No Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes.

No Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act

Sen. Cruz, Ted

R

TX

This bill prohibits exports of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to require as a condition of any sale of crude oil from the SPR that the oil not be exported to such countries. However, DOE may issue a waiver of the prohibition if the sale of crude oil is in the national security interests of the United States. In addition, DOE must report on (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the SPR since November 23, 2021, and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which such crude oil was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, 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 Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act''. SEC. CONDITION ON AUCTION OF CRUDE OIL FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Bidder.--The term ``bidder'' means an individual or entity bidding or intending to bid at an auction of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (3) Strategic petroleum reserve.--The term ``Strategic Petroleum Reserve'' means the Strategic Petroleum Reserve established under part B of title I of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6231 et seq.). (b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. (B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

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 Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act''. SEC. CONDITION ON AUCTION OF CRUDE OIL FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. 6231 et seq.). (b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, 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 Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act''. SEC. 2. CONDITION ON AUCTION OF CRUDE OIL FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Bidder.--The term ``bidder'' means an individual or entity bidding or intending to bid at an auction of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (3) Strategic petroleum reserve.--The term ``Strategic Petroleum Reserve'' means the Strategic Petroleum Reserve established under part B of title I of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6231 et seq.). (b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. (2) Waiver.-- (A) In general.--On application by a bidder, the Secretary may waive, prior to the date of the applicable auction, the condition described in paragraph (1) with respect to the sale of crude oil to that bidder at that auction. (B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined. <all>

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, 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 Emergency Crude Oil for Foreign Adversaries Act''. SEC. 2. CONDITION ON AUCTION OF CRUDE OIL FROM THE STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE. (a) Definitions.--In this section: (1) Bidder.--The term ``bidder'' means an individual or entity bidding or intending to bid at an auction of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. (2) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of Energy. (3) Strategic petroleum reserve.--The term ``Strategic Petroleum Reserve'' means the Strategic Petroleum Reserve established under part B of title I of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6231 et seq.). (b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. (2) Waiver.-- (A) In general.--On application by a bidder, the Secretary may waive, prior to the date of the applicable auction, the condition described in paragraph (1) with respect to the sale of crude oil to that bidder at that auction. (B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. (ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined. <all>

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. ( C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. ( C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. ( C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. ( C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. B) Requirement.--The Secretary may issue a waiver under subparagraph (A) only if the Secretary determines that the waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States. (C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( ii) Deadline for decision.--The Secretary shall determine whether to approve or deny an application submitted under clause (i) by the date that is 30 days after the date on which the application is submitted. (

To require the Secretary of Energy to stipulate, as a condition on the sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, that the crude oil not be exported to certain countries, and for other purposes. b) Prohibition on Export of SPR Crude Oil to Certain Countries.-- (1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 161 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6241), and subject to paragraph (2), with respect to the drawdown and sale at auction of any crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require, as a condition of any such sale, that the crude oil not be exported to-- (A) the People's Republic of China; (B) the Russian Federation; (C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; or (D) the Islamic Republic of Iran. ( C) Applications.-- (i) In general.--A bidder desiring a waiver under subparagraph (A) shall submit to the Secretary an application-- (I) not later than the date that is 30 days before the date of the applicable auction; and (II) in such form and containing such information as the Secretary may require. ( (c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committees on Energy and Commerce and Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report describing-- (1) the route to destination and place of refinement of all crude oil sold at auction from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve since November 23, 2021; and (2) the ownership of the refinement facilities at which crude oil described in paragraph (1) was refined.

S.4223

Armed Forces and National Security

Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to increase the amounts payable for wartime disability compensation, additional compensation for dependents, the clothing allowance for certain disabled veterans, and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children. Specifically, the VA must increase the amounts by the same percentage as the cost-of-living increase in benefits for Social Security recipients that is effective on December 1, 2022. The bill requires the VA to publish the amounts payable, as increased, in the Federal Register. The VA is authorized to make a similar adjustment to the rates of disability compensation payable to persons who have not received compensation for service-connected disability or death.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, 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 ``Veterans' Compensation Cost-of- Living Adjustment Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. INCREASE IN RATES OF DISABILITY COMPENSATION AND DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION. (a) Rate Adjustment.--Effective on December 1, 2022, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall increase, in accordance with subsection (c), the dollar amounts in effect on November 30, 2022, for the payment of disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the provisions specified in subsection (b). (b) Amounts To Be Increased.--The dollar amounts to be increased pursuant to subsection (a) are the following: (1) Wartime disability compensation.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1114 of title 38, United States Code. (2) Additional compensation for dependents.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1115(1) of such title. (3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. (4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. (5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (d) Special Rule.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs may adjust administratively, consistent with the increases made under subsection (a), the rates of disability compensation payable to persons under section 10 of Public Law 85-857 (72 Stat. 1263) who have not received compensation under chapter 11 of title 38, United States Code. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF ADJUSTED RATES. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023. <all>

Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022

A bill to increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes.

Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022

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This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to increase the amounts payable for wartime disability compensation, additional compensation for dependents, the clothing allowance for certain disabled veterans, and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children. Specifically, the VA must increase the amounts by the same percentage as the cost-of-living increase in benefits for Social Security recipients that is effective on December 1, 2022. The bill requires the VA to publish the amounts payable, as increased, in the Federal Register. The VA is authorized to make a similar adjustment to the rates of disability compensation payable to persons who have not received compensation for service-connected disability or death.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, 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 ``Veterans' Compensation Cost-of- Living Adjustment Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. INCREASE IN RATES OF DISABILITY COMPENSATION AND DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION. (a) Rate Adjustment.--Effective on December 1, 2022, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall increase, in accordance with subsection (c), the dollar amounts in effect on November 30, 2022, for the payment of disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the provisions specified in subsection (b). (b) Amounts To Be Increased.--The dollar amounts to be increased pursuant to subsection (a) are the following: (1) Wartime disability compensation.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1114 of title 38, United States Code. (2) Additional compensation for dependents.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1115(1) of such title. (3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. (4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. (5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (d) Special Rule.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs may adjust administratively, consistent with the increases made under subsection (a), the rates of disability compensation payable to persons under section 10 of Public Law 85-857 (72 Stat. 1263) who have not received compensation under chapter 11 of title 38, United States Code. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF ADJUSTED RATES. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023. <all>

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, 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 ``Veterans' Compensation Cost-of- Living Adjustment Act of 2022''. 2. INCREASE IN RATES OF DISABILITY COMPENSATION AND DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION. (2) Additional compensation for dependents.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1115(1) of such title. (3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. (4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. (5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (d) Special Rule.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs may adjust administratively, consistent with the increases made under subsection (a), the rates of disability compensation payable to persons under section 10 of Public Law 85-857 (72 Stat. 1263) who have not received compensation under chapter 11 of title 38, United States Code. SEC. PUBLICATION OF ADJUSTED RATES. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, 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 ``Veterans' Compensation Cost-of- Living Adjustment Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. INCREASE IN RATES OF DISABILITY COMPENSATION AND DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION. (a) Rate Adjustment.--Effective on December 1, 2022, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall increase, in accordance with subsection (c), the dollar amounts in effect on November 30, 2022, for the payment of disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the provisions specified in subsection (b). (b) Amounts To Be Increased.--The dollar amounts to be increased pursuant to subsection (a) are the following: (1) Wartime disability compensation.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1114 of title 38, United States Code. (2) Additional compensation for dependents.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1115(1) of such title. (3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. (4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. (5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (d) Special Rule.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs may adjust administratively, consistent with the increases made under subsection (a), the rates of disability compensation payable to persons under section 10 of Public Law 85-857 (72 Stat. 1263) who have not received compensation under chapter 11 of title 38, United States Code. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF ADJUSTED RATES. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023. <all>

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, 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 ``Veterans' Compensation Cost-of- Living Adjustment Act of 2022''. SEC. 2. INCREASE IN RATES OF DISABILITY COMPENSATION AND DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION. (a) Rate Adjustment.--Effective on December 1, 2022, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall increase, in accordance with subsection (c), the dollar amounts in effect on November 30, 2022, for the payment of disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation under the provisions specified in subsection (b). (b) Amounts To Be Increased.--The dollar amounts to be increased pursuant to subsection (a) are the following: (1) Wartime disability compensation.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1114 of title 38, United States Code. (2) Additional compensation for dependents.--Each of the dollar amounts under section 1115(1) of such title. (3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. (4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. (5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (d) Special Rule.--The Secretary of Veterans Affairs may adjust administratively, consistent with the increases made under subsection (a), the rates of disability compensation payable to persons under section 10 of Public Law 85-857 (72 Stat. 1263) who have not received compensation under chapter 11 of title 38, United States Code. SEC. 3. PUBLICATION OF ADJUSTED RATES. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023. <all>

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. ( (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. ( 5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. ( The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. ( 5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. ( The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. ( (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. ( 5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. ( The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. ( (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. ( 5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. ( The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. ( (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 3) Clothing allowance.--The dollar amount under section 1162 of such title. ( 5) Dependency and indemnity compensation to children.-- Each of the dollar amounts under sections 1313(a) and 1314 of such title. ( The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall publish in the Federal Register the amounts specified in section 2(b), as increased under that section, not later than the date on which the matters specified in section 215(i)(2)(D) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)(2)(D)) are required to be published by reason of a determination made under section 215(i) of such Act during fiscal year 2023.

To increase, effective as of December 1, 2022, the rates of compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for the survivors of certain disabled veterans, and for other purposes. 4) Dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouse.--Each of the dollar amounts under subsections (a) through (d) of section 1311 of such title. ( (c) Determination of Increase.--Each dollar amount described in subsection (b) shall be increased by the same percentage as the percentage by which benefit amounts payable under title II of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 401 et seq.) are increased effective December 1, 2022, as a result of a determination under section 215(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 415(i)). (

H.R.1336

Crime and Law Enforcement